Tom Sawyer Day at the Briarwood Caroline Dormon Nature Reserve

This event invites the public to spend a few hours working to preserve, maintain, and restore the historical and ecological legacy of Caroline Dormon.

With unique historic artifacts, cultivated native gardens, and miles of trails, the importance of community involvement at Briarwood cannot be overstated. Last autumn's Tom Sawyer Day volunteers assisted with transplanting native plants, restoring Dormon's prized Bay Garden, and clearing debris in preparation for reopening the Charlotte Collins Trail for public access. With similar projects and more planned for Saturday, the spring Tom Sawyer Day offers participation opportunities for every age and level of ability. 

As a volunteer-oriented event, Briarwood's Tom Sawyer Day activities follow the ethos of creating fun from work. Volunteers arrive from across the region each year to build camaraderie around shared interests in history, horticulture, ornithology, and educational outreach. Volunteer activities conclude at noon, followed by a complimentary meal and tours of Caroline Dormon's historic home and the site's extensive wilderness trails.