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Give Local April 24-25

Show your love of nature by supporting Steep Rock during Give Local, a 36 hour online fundraiser hosted by Connecticut Community Foundation.  More details to come

Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk, Sun., May 19, 2024

You’re invited to Steep Rock Association’s 2024 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, May 19th at 9:00am in Steep Rock Preserve! The racecourse follows a scenic route with a gradual incline along the Shepaug River in the stunning Steep Rock Preserve, gifted by our founder, Ehrick Rossiter, in 1925. Eligibility & Prizes: […]

Judea Garden Summer Planting Days, May 25 & 26, 2024

Calling gardening volunteers – help us get those warmer weather plants in the ground on planting day as we kick off our 16th growing season. It’s a fantastic opportunity to roll up your sleeves, dig into the soil, and make a positive impact on our community!  

Celestial Celebration: Women’s Full Moon Hike, Thurs., May 23, 2024

Experience the beauty of nature and connect with like-minded women on a hosted moonlit hike from Macricostas Preserve’s main parking area to the enchanting Waramaug’s Rock. Ages 13+. Meeting Point: Macricostas Preserve Main Parking Area What to Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes Water bottle/snacks Jacket or layers for cooler evening temperatures Flashlight or headlamp Please note, […]

Spring Wildflower Walk, Sat., May 11, 2024

Come explore the thawed trails in Hidden Valley Preserve with SRA Naturalists Peary and BK Stafford and discover the magnificently rich community of spring ephemerals adorning the forest floor. Participants should wear hiking boots or other appropriate shoes, and we highly recommend bringing water and binoculars. We will meet in the main parking lot at […]

October Monthly Trail Work Party, Sat., Oct. 19, 2024

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

August Monthly Trail Work Party, Sat., August 17, 2024

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

July Monthly Trail Work Party, Sat., July 20, 2024

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

Matching Gifts

 Did you know many companies match donations made by employees, employees’ spouses, and retirees, allowing employees to DOUBLE their generosity and impact? 

Contact your employer today to see if they will match your gift.

QCDs

 If you are 70½ years of age or older, you can take advantage of a popular gift option called a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) also known as a IRA charitable rollover.  QCDs offer simple ways to benefit Steep Rock and receive tax benefits in return.

To learn more, visit here.

Stock or Wire

If you’d like to give a gift via wire or stock, please reach out to gifts@steeprockassoc.org for our account information.

DAF

You can donate through your donor advised fund in just three clocks on our website
When granting through your donor-advised fund, please use the following information:

Our legal name: Steep Rock Association, Inc.
Tax ID: #06-6069060
Mailing address: PO Box 279, Washington Depot, CT 06794

Check Donations

Please make checks payable to Steep Rock Association. Our mailing address is:

Steep Rock Association
PO Box 279
Washington Depot, CT 06794