Draft a concise feature that blends local outdoor events with a deeper educational thread. Center on early November activities in Niantic & East Lyme, using the neurodivergent-friendly hike and Orient Beach programs as anchors. Explain how trail design, geology, and local history influence these experiences, and offer readers quick learning takeaways (plants, fossils, land-use history). Include practical tips for accessible hiking and a brief sidebar on what makes each event unique scientifically. End with a compelling question to invite reader engagement.