b'W elcome!In 2023 we invited guests to step out onto the beautiful Preserve grounds, shake off the constraints of modern living, immerse themselves in a majestic celebration of natures secret wonders, and harken back to their youth when the love of nature and magical thinking transported hem to the land of fairies and other enchanting creatures.tWe urged them to let their inner child run free for the day. Walk through the woods and hear the trees breathing. Take a place on the grass and let the music wash over them. Explore the Fairy House Walk and then cross the Great Lawn to the area where they could dig in the dirt and construct their own fairy home. We hoped that they would let the breeze from the Long Island Sound lift their spirits and ll them with wonder, whimsy and joy.Fostering stewardship and the protection of the environment is central to the Conservancys daily mission. All proceeds from the Fairy Festival support our year-round programs and operations. The Fairy Festival, and the work it supports, would not have been possible without our generous sponsors, community partners, volunteers, fairy house builders, artists, board of directors and festival attendees. Last year, we invited guests to put their chores and troubles aside and focus on gathering as a community, enjoying our special spot on Long Island and allowing their imaginations to y free.2024 promises more fun, more surprises, and more magic.Join us!'