West Hartford CT Community Notes


Tuesday, December 4, 2012

CT DEEP suggest holiday ideas for nature lovers

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) store offers a wide variety of unique and affordable holiday gifts for children and adults -- whether you're shopping for an avid hiker, birdwatcher, angler or hunter. Books for adults or children, pocket guides, maps, and other "environmental" gifts are available whether you shop online at www.ct.gov/deep/store  or in person at 79 Elm Street, Hartford.

Online orders placed by December 17, 2012 will arrive at your home in time for holiday gift giving. DEEP Store Hours are Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

"The store has a full repertoire of books and other ideal gifts for your family and friends.  From specialized books for hikers, bikers, anglers, and children to up-to-date maps you will not be disappointed in the selection at the store when you shop for environmental and affordable gifts this holiday season," said Commissioner Daniel C. Esty. 

Highlights include:

State Park Vehicle Pass 2013: Allows unlimited vehicle access to any state park or recreation area that has a parking fee. Valid every day of the week, including weekends and holidays. Cost $67 resident and non-resident $112. Now available for immediate shipping.

Fishing and Hunting Licenses for the 2013 season: For sale through the on-line sportsmen system, at participating bait and tackle shops, town clerks, and DEEP field offices.  Give the great gift of fishing and hunting. For the Online Sportsmen Licensing system:  ct.outdoorcentral.net/InternetSales   

 A Fisheries Guide to Lakes & Ponds of Connecticut: The 2nd printing of the DEEP Store's bestselling book is back in stock just in time for the holidays! This book contains full page color depth maps of popular fishing waterbodies including 113 lakes and ponds, featuring bottom contours, inflowing stream locations, fish species, neighboring roads, water surface area size, directions and launch ramp conditions. In addition, there are 20 pages of excellent color plates depicting and describing the natural history of 25 fish common to Connecticut's waters. $24.95. In store by December 10, 2012

Connecticut Wildlife Magazine – A subscription to the DEEP Wildlife Division's 24-page, full-color, bi-monthly magazine is the perfect gift for those who like to stay informed about fish, wildlife, and natural resource issues and events in the state. Articles are written by DEEP staff members who are responsible for the management of Connecticut's natural resources. Connecticut Wildlife magazine is your best source for fishing, hunting, wildlife, and conservation information in the state. Every issue includes great wildlife photography, in-depth features, and natural history articles -- plus no advertising. It is published six times a year, and is available by subscription for $8 a year, $15 for two years, or $20 for three years. To receive a subscription or order a gift subscription, send a check or money order payable to: Connecticut Wildlife, P.O. Box 1550, Burlington, CT 06013-1550. Credit card orders can be taken through the DEEP Store via the DEEP website at www.ct.gov/deep/WildlifeMagazine. Recipients of gift subscriptions will be sent a postcard to notify them of their gift.

 Bluebird Nest Boxes: Visitors to the DEEP Wildlife Division's Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area and Conservation Education Center in Burlington have the opportunity to purchase bluebird nest boxes for $5 each. Helpful information on installing, monitoring, and maintaining boxes to encourage nesting bluebirds on your property accompany each box. The nest boxes are being sold by the non-profit, volunteer Friends of Sessions Woods to raise funds for educational projects and programs at Sessions Woods. Please Note:  Nest boxes are only available at Sessions Woods, 341 Milford Street, Burlington – not available online or at DEEP store. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. (860) 675-8130

Candlewood Lake Navionics HotMap: This premium high-definition fishing map features unmatched detail derived from surveys conducted by the Navionics Official Survey Team. Key features include color shaded depth contours, top-down satellite photo overlay, detailed area insets, and a 3D lake overview. Tear-resistant and water-resistant. $14.95

Connecticut Wild & Scenic 2013 Wall Calendar: Sunset in the vicinity of Lighthouse Point, New Haven; the Connecticut River viewed from Gillette Castle; Pine cones and hemlocks in Pauchaug State Forest; these are just a few of the images that adorn this stunning wall calendar. Perfect for adding a piece of Connecticut's natural beauty to your home or office.  $14.99

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