Nature

West Haven’s Beaches and Shoreline West Haven’s crown-jewel shoreline is one of the foremost locations in Connecticut to spot rare shorebirds, serving as a migratory route for some of the most endangered bird species. The Sandy Point estuary, one of the sites...

The Poetry Post

The Poetry Post, located on the West Haven boardwalk, is a four-sided display of poetry, prose, photos and artwork depicting themes of nature. The public is invited to submit original work, inspired by their response to the natural environment. Submit writings and/or...

Featured Poetry

The Beach By Ariel Vaughan Water Rushes over my skin. Sand Warm on my feet. Waves Gently lapping legs. As the seagulls Scavenge in the depths of the sand, I smell the salty ocean air Sharp on my nose. Sea spray Burns my eyes. Sun Scalds my skin. Crabs scuttle about my...