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state. Some locations close to home are Kent Falls, Sherwood Island State Park and Silver Sands State Park.

Of course, you may not be the type to follow in someone else’s footsteps, you want to forge your own path for crying out loud! You’re not a player of the game, you’re the game master in all his or her glory! If that describes you, then place your own geocaches, formulate your own clues, and expand the treasure hunt to your own local patch of forest; people will thank you for it. If you live in Wilton, this opportunity is closer than you think.

The Wilton Land Conservation Trust is dedicated to preserving biodiversity and open spaces through conservation, stewardship, and education. It invites people to explore nature across its 840+ acres of conserved open space. Many of its preserves have maintained trail networks that would be perfect for geocaching. “Nothing brings us more joy than seeing people connect with nature,” says David McCarthy, Executive Director. The Trust brings people and families together outdoors through its many educational and recreational programs and invites geocaching to its preserves. The Trust would love to participate in and host such activities; if anyone is interested, please reach to them at inquity@wiltonlandtrust.org.

Whether you are a creator or a seeker, or a little bit of both, the facts are undeniable; geocaching is the perfect way to safely satisfy the need for a good old treasure hunt no matter what your age is. Make your own hunt or discover what’s waiting out there for you. To view rules on placing and finding geocaching and good places to get started, follow the QR code link. Happy hunting! •

In Genesis, Adam came before Eve, so that makes December 30th – the night before New Year’s Eve – “New Year’s Adam.” Dick Cavett and Martha Rogers threw a party that evening at their Ridgefield home. “It was easier to get our caterer Odeens, less difficult for guests to get a babysitter, and safer late night driving conditions,” says Rogers. Since Cavett and Rogers moved into Sunset Hall, this was their first party in the expansive marble ballroom. This magnificent Ridgefield property was built in 1912 and was home to Robert Vaughn and Harry Houdini’s brother-in-law, among others. Guests were gathered around the piano to sing along with pianist Charlie Alterman, and were led in song by Karen Kelley, a top realtor for Compass. Charlie played for hours tickling the keys with American classics and songs from popular musicals. The singers and a few dancers were guests ranging from 20-something to 80-something. The house was festooned in greenery, tiny fairy lights, and white feathers. Martha designed and set up the decorations with caretaker Jim Ginoni. Jenifer Johnson of Sweet Bean Events suggested the feathers.

Cavett and Rogers report that Sunset Hall has been a perfect place to hide away during COVID, and that they have been delighted with Ridgefield, where their neighbors and local strangers have been interesting, helpful, and friendly. Plus, since the town is devoted to the arts, education, and culture, they feel at home. Cavett says there are fewer “sharp elbows” here than in New York City.

Cavett stars in a new PBS American Masters special, “Groucho and Cavett,” which premiered on December 27. Rogers has recently published the fourth edition of her textbook, Managing Customer Experience and Relationships: A Strategic Framework, which is her ninth book. One of Rogers’s goals for 2023 is to meet more folks around here.