Recreation Archives - FirstLight

FirstLight and Town of New Milford Announce Updates to Public Access at New Milford Recreation Sites

July 30, 2025

Dike Point Park is now reopened for reservations while Fisherman’s Parking Lot will remain closed to the public New Milford, CT – July 30, 2025 – FirstLight and the Town of New Milford today provided updates on public access at two FirstLight recreation areas in New Milford. As of Wednesday, July 30, Dike Point Park…

FirstLight and Town of New Milford Announce Temporary Closure of New Milford Recreation Sites

July 18, 2025

Beginning Saturday, July 19, Dike Point Park and Fisherman’s Parking Lot will be temporarily closed to the public while additional public safety enhancements are established. New Milford, CT – July 18, 2025 – FirstLight and the Town of New Milford today announced the closure of two FirstLight recreation areas in New Milford in the interest…

FirstLight Emphasizes Safety and Awareness Amidst Flash Flood Watch

July 8, 2025

New Milford, CT – July 8, 2025 – With anticipated extreme weather and a flash flood watch issued for Connecticut, FirstLight, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, urges caution and awareness to those who live, visit, and recreate on and around the Housatonic River. Heavy rainfall often brings high water levels…

FirstLight Expands Access and Enhances Recreation Opportunities at Franklin County Facilities for Spring-Summer 2025 Season

May 7, 2025

FirstLight continues its commitment to inclusion with expanded access, sensory-friendly hours, and partnerships aimed at making outdoor recreation accessible for all. Northfield, MA – May 7, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, today announced the start of the Spring-Summer 2025 season for recreation activities and enhancements at the…

Greenfield Recorder: FirstLight expanding access to rec areas

June 3, 2024

Newstimes: Shepaug Dam in Southbury opens bald eagle observatory for 38th season; Record 32 spotted in one day

December 23, 2023

Hartford Courant: Have you ever seen a bald eagle in CT? Now is your chance.

December 21, 2023

FirstLight Power Announces Recipients for Inaugural FirstLight Sustains Grant Program

September 22, 2023

Burlington, MA – September 22, 2023 – FirstLight Power, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, today announced the recipients of over $59,000 in grant money, in the first year of the FirstLight Sustains program. FirstLight Sustains is a competitive grant program to improve the quality of life in the communities where FirstLight…

Western Mass News: Northfield Mountain visitor center, river cruise reopens after years of challenges

August 28, 2023

FirstLight Power to Reopen Northfield Mountain Visitor Center and River Boat Cruises

June 21, 2023

FirstLight Power to Reopen Northfield Mountain Visitor Center and River Boat Cruises; Highlights Programs & Activities for Summer 2023 FirstLight Power in Northfield, Massachusetts to offer a wide variety of warm weather recreational opportunities and programs to the public at their four-season facility. Northfield, MA – June 21, 2023 – FirstLight Power, a leading clean…

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