The Branford Land Trust invites the Branford community to its 2026 Annual Meeting on Monday, May 11 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Blackstone Memorial Library (758 Main Street, Branford). There will be a brief meeting including the election of incoming directors, followed by “Access to the Outdoors: Disability, Grit, and Belonging in Nature” a presentation by Justin Brownell, with refreshments and a chance for fellowship afterwards. This event is free and open to the public.
Justin Brownell is a self-described amputee and near death trauma survivor, recovered IV drug abuser, and until recently a single parent to a now 20 year old daughter. As he explains, “Post accident and amputation I became a triathlete, a mountain climber, a runway model, and hopefully an all-around better person.”
Come hear Justin’s remarkable journey from survival to purpose. Through vulnerability and reflection, he shares how trauma, grit, and growth shaped the life he leads today — one dedicated to thriving and helping others do the same.
The Branford Land Trust Winter 2026 Speaker Series and this Annual Meeting have been sponsored by the Branford Community Foundation/Ascend Bank
Assistive listening devices and ASL interpretation are available. Welcome d/Deaf/HoH. If you would like to use an assistive listening device, please let us know when you arrive – there are currently four available. Live virtual ASL interpretation will be available at the front of the auditorium.
