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  • Decorate a Tree for Wildlife

    Driftway Conservation Park 250 Driftway, Scituate 250 Driftway, Scituate, United States

    Decorate a Tree for Wildlife Saturday, December 17, 2022 Driftway Conservation Park, Scituate 1:00-3:00 pm Support local wildlife while having fun participating in an old tradition this holiday season by making ornaments and decorating a tree on Saturday, December 17, 2021 from 1:00-3:00 pm at the Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate! The NSRWA will host […]

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  • Twilight Solstice Walk

    2 Meadow Farm Way. Nowell, MA 2 Meadow Farm Way, Norwell, MA, United States

    Join us for the Twilight Solstice Exploration: A walk through Stetson Meadows exploring nocturnal wildlife, their adaptations, and our own senses! Families and kids - Looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays? Want to take a walk in a local park on the shortest day of the year? Join […]

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  • NSRWA’s 29th Annual New Year’s Day Walk at Forge Pond Park in Hanover

    NSRWA's 29th Annual New Year's Day Walk at Forge Pond Park, Hanover Sunday January 1, 2023 1:00-3:30pm Join the North and South Rivers Watershed Association for the 29th Annual New Year's Day Walk at Forge Pond Park in Hanover! We will explore Forge Pond Park trails and the adjacent Summer Street Conservation Land trails. See […]

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  • Climate Change – What Can I Do About It? Reducing Our Carbon Footprint and Native Plant Seed Sowing

    First Parish of Norwell 24 River St, Norwell, MA

    Climate change  - what can I do about it? Each of us has felt this way at some point. The issue feels too overwhelming or our actions too insignificant but each of us can make a difference to reduce our carbon footprint and help create a movement! Join Samantha Woods, Executive Director of the North […]

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  • New Trail Exploration and Dedication Along the Indian Head River

    New Trail Exploration and Dedication Along the Indian Head River Saturday, May 13 9 am - 11 am Hanover Canoe Launch Free Event! Register HERE Join the Indian Head River Trail Coalition for a walk in Hanover on Saturday May 13 at 9:00 AM as we officially unveil the new Mattakeeset trail and “Chapman’s Landing […]

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  • Crabby Kids 2023

    Howland's Landing 23 Howland's Landing, Duxbury, MA, United States

    This event is full. Crabby Kids 2023 Saturday June 3 9:30-11:30am Howland's Landing, 23 Howland's Landing, Duxbury, MA Grab your pail and shovel and come explore the beach and mudflats with local mom and Watershed Ecologist Dr. Sara Grady and NSRWA Environmental Educator Brian Taylor. Sara and Brian will lead families on a hunt for […]

  • NSRWA Day at Untold Brewing

    Saturday, July 15 12:00-8:00pm 6 Old Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066 Located a short, safe 3 minute walk from MBTA Greenbush Line, near the Scituate rotary on 3A Untold will donate $1.00 per pint served from their Scituate taproom. Al's BBQ will be there from noon to sell out. FEATURES: - Always Family and Pup […]

  • Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Explore Hanover’s Forge Pond Park

    Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Hanover's Forge Pond Park Sunday, November 12 10:00-11:30am Looking to stay active this fall? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk of Forge Pond Park.  Forge Pond is formed by the confluence of French's Stream, and the Drinkwater River. After the pond it becomes the Indian Head River, a […]

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  • Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Couch Beach in Marshfield

    Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Couch Beach in Marshfield Sunday, November 19 10:00-11:30am Looking for a family fun opportunity this fall? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk to Couch Beach! This guided walk starts with a lovely stroll through a dense mixed forest with occasional wetlands. After about a mile, the trail opens […]

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  • Norwell Conservation Day 2024

    Jacobs Pond Conservation Area 81 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA, United States

    Norwell Conservation Day 2024 at Jacobs Pond! Join Norwell Conservation to learn about the environment, on-going conservation efforts, and the history of Jacobs Pond and The Jacobs Farm. Enjoy expert-led walks or stop by the many exhibition tables from local groups to learn about their work for the environment. History of Jacobs Pond Area with […]

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  • Hanover Crossing Fall Fun Fest

    Date: Saturday, October 5 (Rain date Sunday, October 6) Time: 12:00-5:00pm Location: 1775 Washington St, Hanover, MA 02339 On the Central Green (across from J Crew Factory & Playa Bowls Come see the Let Our Rivers Flow mural at this weekend's Hanover Crossing Fall Fun Fest. Located on the "green", there will be family friendly […]

  • Spooky Walk to Couch Beach!

    Sunday, October 27 4:30--6:30pm Join the NSRWA on a Guided Spooky Walk to Couch Beach. Meet at Couch Cemetery before 4:30pm. We'll embark on a family-friendly spooky walk to a special place on the North River. Discover the scenic beauty,  local lore, history, shipbuilding, the Portland Gale, activities and topics for all ages as we […]

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  • Beach Grass Planting at Peggotty Beach – Give Thanks to Our Dunes!

    Beach Grass Planting at Peggotty Beach - Give Thanks to Our Dunes! NOTE DATE CHANGE: SUNDAY, APRIL 13 Saturday, April 5, 2025 10:00am to 12:00pm Join the NSRWA, the Town of Scituate, and Scituate Beach Commission on Saturday morning, April 5 for some fun, hands-on community engagement at Peggotty Beach in Scituate! We will be […]

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  • Hanover Crossing Earth Day Event

    Hanover Crossing 1775 Washington Street, Hanover, MA, United States

    Hanover Crossing Earth Day Event Saturday, April 26 11:00am-3:00pm Hanover Crossing Green Join us for a family-friendly event on the “Green” in the middle of the Hanover Crossing shopping center. Look for the NSRWA mural. NSRWA will be hosting kids activities including obstacle course and scavenger hunt in front of the mural Bring a chair […]

  • Timing the Tides Workshop

    Scituate Public Library 85 Branch Street, Scituate, MA, United States

    Want to go paddling on the rivers this summer but aren’t sure how to time the tides, where to put in or what the best itineraries are? It can be a little intimidating – but with a little guidance you can enjoy one of the most beautiful natural gems on the South Shore! This workshop […]

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  • 2025 Great River Race

    July 5, 2025 Notice from the North and South Rivers Watershed Association Sunday July 6, 2025 Great River Race Cancelled Due to Heat Advisory Due to the Heat Advisory and after careful consideration of risks of heat illness to our racers, first responders and our amazing volunteers who help run the race we are cancelling […]

  • Beachgrass Planting at Peggotty Beach 2025

    Beachgrass Planting at Peggotty Beach 2025 Saturday, November 1 10:00am to 12:00noon Join the North and South Rivers Watershed Association, Scituate Beach Commission, Harbor United Methodist Church, and Scituate Trashed on Saturday morning, November 1st for some fun hands-on community engagement and beach rejuvenation at Peggotty Beach in Scituate! Discover why our local beaches are […]

  • River Trivia at Untold Brewing in Scituate

    River Trivia at Untold Brewing in Scituate Thursday, December 11 6:00-8:00pm Food will be available from Just the Dip food truck Join us for a night of river-themed trivia at Untold Brewing in Scituate. Untold will donate $1 from each pint to support NSRWA's work protecting our local waters. Whether you’re ready to show off your river knowledge […]

  • 2025 Twilight Solstice Exploration

    2 Meadow Farm Way. Nowell, MA 2 Meadow Farm Way, Norwell, MA, United States

    2025 Twilight Solstice Walk Sunday, December 21 4:00-5:30pm Join us for the 2025 Twilight Solstice Exploration: A walk through Stetson Meadows exploring nocturnal wildlife, their adaptations, and our own senses! Families and kids - Looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays? Want to take a walk in a local […]

    Free
  • 2026 New Year’s Day Walk at Chapman’s Landing and Iron Mine Brook Trails in Hanover

    Ring in the New Year with the North and South Rivers Watershed Association for our Annual New Year's Day Walk! Hanover's Chapman's Landing and Iron Mine Brook Trails Thursday, January 1, 2026 1:00 to 3:00pm This trail network is a hidden gem! Traverse extensive boardwalks over freshwater tidal marsh, enjoy breathtaking views of the North […]