Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

CT Equine Advisory Council
Photo Gallery
EAC with Gov. Rell RepHovey&Danube
Members of CT Legislative Body, The Connecticut Horse Council, Newtown Bridle Lands Association, Southbury & and Oxford Horse & Livestock Association At the signing of the Public Act No. 07-42 An act establishing an Equine Advisory Council.
 State Representative Hovey and Danubue
Diverse rec. users meet on trails EAC Promotes Trail Work
The Equine Advisory Council promotes multi-use on recreational trails. The Equine Advisory Council promotes trail work to help keep recreational trails safe and enjoyable.