Stripp Encourages Residents to Learn about area Outdoor Recreational Activities

WESTON- On June 11th, State Rep. John Stripp (R-Weston) hosted an informational forum “Parks, Play and Preservation” at the Weston Public Library.The forum had two guest speakers who shared how Connecticut residents can best protect our natural resources while learning how to benefit from outdoor recreational opportunities.

The guest lecturers were Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection Deputy Commissioner Susan Frechette and Aspetuck Land Trust (ATL) Executive Director David Brant.Deputy Commissioner Susan Frechette gave a presentation about the DEP’s “No Child Left Inside Program.” The program is a special initiative of Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell, coordinated by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection to encourage Connecticut families and visitors alike to enjoy all the recreational resources and outdoor activities available in Connecticut’s state parks, forests and waterways. Go to, http://www.nochildleftinside.org/ for more information.David Brant gave an overview of what the Aspetuck Land Trust is and how residents can enjoy the use of the land. The Aspetuck Land Trust has over many years acquired land in Easton, Fairfield, Weston and Westport for the benefit of the public. Their website is http://www.aspetucklandtrust.org/.

Rep. Stripp said, “It is my hope that through this forum, residents will explore the great natural resources Connecticut has to offer.”

“Two things especially touched me from the presentations; one was the importance of environmental education for our young people who don’t play outside like we did when we were kids. The other theme was family, these programs give families a chance to spend quality time together while learning about the environment,” added Rep. Stripp.