Connecticut

2. Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell State Flag

3. Connecticut State Motto �Qui transtulit sustinet� "He Who Transplanted Still Sustains"

4. Connecticut State Flower State Bird

5. Connecticut Climate The pertinent characteristics of Connecticut�s climate are: (1) equable distribution of precipitation among the four seasons, (2) large ranges of temperature both daily and annually, (3) great differences in the same season or month of different years, and (4) considerable diversity of the weather over short periods of time. Connecticut lies in the �prevailing westerly,� the belt of generally eastward air movement which encircles the globe in middle latitudes. A large number of storm centers and air-mass fronts pass near or over Connecticut during a year. Three types of air affect this State: (1) cold, dry air pouring down from sub arctic North America, (2) warm, moist air streaming up on a long overland journey from the Gulf of Mexico and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, and (3) cool, damp air moving in from the North Atlantic. Because the flow of air is usually from continental areas, Connecticut is more influenced by the first two types than it is by the third. The third type of air is often associated with severe winter storms popularly known as �northeasters�.

6. Connecticut Population Population: 3,405,565 � Rank among states: 29 Population density: 702.9 persons per square mile Percentage of population living in urban areas (1990): 79.1 Percentage of population living in rural areas (1990): 20.9

7. Connecticut Industries Connecticut's per capita wealth, the highest in the nation, is a result of the state's strong industrial base. More than 30 Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in Hartford, the state's industrial center. Service industries are the fastest growing segment of Connecticut's economy, accounting for nearly 80 percent of the gross state product and employing more than 30 percent of the state's workforce. The largest service sector is comprised of finance, real estate, and insurance businesses. Other important service industries include personal services, wholesale and retail trade, and government activities. Connecticut remains one of the top US states in the value of government contracts per capita, and has manufactured weapons and other military equipment for every recent US war.

8. Famous Historical Natives Ethan Allen 1738-1789 Leader of the �Green Mountain Boys� during the Revolutionary War Benedict Arnold 1741-1801 Revolutionary War soldier, traitor Nathan Hale 1755-1776 Revolutionary War soldier, famous for the quote "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."

9. Famous Current Natives Joe Lieberman U.S. Senator 2000 Vice-Presidential Candidate George W. Bush 43rd President of the United States Born in New Haven

10. Bridgeport, CT �The Park City� � famous for its many parks The Arena at Harbor Yard World-Class Concert and Events Barnum Museum Built in 1893, highlights include a miniature circus, clown costumes and personal mementos of P.T. Barnum

11. New Haven, CT New Haven Jazz Festival: Takes place during July. All concerts are free and held on the historic downtown New Haven Green. Showtimes are at 6:00 p.m. Celebrate New Haven Fourth: Public tours of the USS Black Hawk, strolling entertainers, Orchestra New England, Fireworks Displays, and more along New Haven�s shoreline. Halloween Parade: Parade of over 1000 school children through the streets of downtown New Haven lead by Mayor John DeStefano, Jr. and the Superintendent of Schools, Reginald Mayo. The event is organized in conjunction with the Board of Education. Tree Lighting: An annual tradition held on the historic New Haven Green celebrating the beginning of the holiday season. Activities include children's events, the arrival of Santa and his elves, live performances by local choirs and singing groups. The Tree Lighting plays part of the city's larger holiday celebration featuring late-night Thursday shopping, strolling carolers and other festive activities.

12. Hartford, CT Hartford Civic Center - The Hartford Civic Center is Connecticut's largest premier sports and entertainment facility. You can catch a Hartford Wolf Pack hockey game, a UConn Basketball game, or any number of concerts and activities. Shopping � The Shoppes at Buckland Hills, Avon Marketplace, Westfarms Mall PGA - Buick Championship (formerly the Greater Hartford Open)

13. Mystic Seaport Fun family destination Tall Ships Of all the exhibits at Mystic Seaport, the most treasured is the wooden whaleship Charles W. Morgan. Built in 1841 at the yard of Jethro and Zachariah Hillman in New Bedford, Massachusetts, she has outlived all others of her kind. Recreated 19th-century seafaring village One of the nation�s leading maritime museums

14. Museum of Natural and Other Curiosities Located in Hartford, CT A collection of weird artifacts

15. SailFest New London, CT - July Tall Ships Entertainment Fireworks Food 5K Run Car Show

16. Sheffield Island Light Located in Sheffield Islands, entrance to Norwalk Harbor Built in 1868 Can be reached by ferry from Norwalk, a tour of the lighthouse is included in the trip

17. U.S. Navy Submarine Force Museum Home of USS Nautilus 1st Nuclear Powered Submarine Tour this historic vessel Museum houses the world�s finest collection of submarine artifacts

18. Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine Mining operations began in 1705 Began to use abandoned tunnels as a prison in 1773 housed prisoners during the Revolutionary War� Stone walls and guardhouse still standing � built around 1800 Visitors enter the mine by descending stairs which replaced the original ladder entrance. Tours are self-guided, unless special group arrangements are made.

19. Hammonasset Beach State Park Located in Madison, CT Bicycling Camping Carry-In Boating Fishing Picnicking Saltwater Fishing Saltwater Swimming Walking Trails Nature Center Programs and Exhibits

20. Litchfield Hills Spectacular Fall Foliage Beautiful Lakes Covered Bridges

21. Long Island Sound

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