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September 2, 2020

CT officials encourage in-state tourism in longer-than-usual fall foliage season

Photo | Win Smith III/Winvian in Morris Connecticut's fall foliage is expected to be more brilliant this year than last, which hotels hope will help the state maintain its status as a prime leaf-peeping destination.
By Sean Teehan

Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is predicting a longer than usual fall foliage season, as the state Office of Tourism tries to drive leaf peepers to Constitution State businesses.
 
The longer season of leaves changing from green to a smattering of orange, red, brown and gold is largely because of weather conditions over the summer, which have been generally dry, said Chris Martin, Connecticut's State Forester.
 
“Current conditions are setting the stage for an earlier start to the fall foliage season, with ‘peak color’ happening not all at once, but lasting several weeks in parts of the state,” Martin said. “Only a few regions of the world have seasonal displays."
 
As the leaves begin to change, the state Office of Tourism is encouraging people to get out in the briskening weather, see the leaves and frequent local businesses while doing it.
 
COVID-19 has rendered fall traditions like tailgating at a football game or gathering at a bar to sample fall beer offerings impossible. But Connecticut tourism officials are encouraging residents to take opportunities to be a tourist in their own state.
 
Other classic autumn activities like apple picking and spending the weekend at a rural B&B are up and running, tourism officials point out. There are

Randy Fiveash, Director of State Tourism

even some socially distanced outdoor concerts and comedy shows coming up at South Farms in Morris.
 
“Connecticut offers the quintessential fall getaway experience—without all the travel time,” said Randy Fiveash, director, Connecticut Office of Tourism. “State residents and visitors can plan the perfect day, weekend or week-long fall trip to Connecticut knowing that hotels, restaurants, attractions, parks and other destinations statewide are following strict safety protocols."
 
More information about tourism options in Connecticut can be found at ctvisit.com.

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