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Mansfield's Wandering Boulders: Geology Meets Folklore
In Mansfield, Connecticut, massive granite boulders aren't just lawn ornaments—they're community anchors, wedding venues, and the subject of a century-old mystery. This episode explores why this town has four times the glacial erratics of neighboring areas, from the unique pink-feldspar Mansfield Granite to the Willimantic River valley's glacial debris chute. We trace the science behind the "Wandering Stone" (which actually moves 3 inches per year), the 50-year tradition of the Mansfield Rock Fair, and the legal battle that saved Hannah's Rock from demolition. Discover how geology shapes…
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