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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Driftway Conservation Park\, Scituate
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate\nSaturday\, March 11\n10:00am – 11:30pm \n\nPlease join us on March 11th as we explore Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate. This 334-acre  property features a panoramic view of the Herring River and its salt marshes. Walking trails\, a fishing pier\, a small trailered boat launching ramp\, an open field\, and picnic benches allow for public use of this property. Numerous bird species favor this marshy conservation land\, due to its proximity to the river. Also\, you may see fox and deer along the trails. The Herring River flows through this property and empties into the North River near The Spit. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n\nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-driftway-conservation-park-scituate/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Denham Pond\, Hanover
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Denham Pond in Hanover\nSaturday\, April 8\n10:00am – 11:30pm \n\nPlease join Walking Club Guest Host Chris Jacobs on Saturday\, April 8th\, as we explore Denham Pond in Hanover.  Chris Jacobs is a non-profit professional with over 25 years of experience educating about and advocating for the natural world. Chris has a passion for native species\, especially wildflowers (primarily because they are stationary and easy to observe!) Chris currently serves on the board of  Wild Ones South Shore\, MA Chapter\,  an organization that promotes the use of native plants in the landscape. Chris enjoys exploring Denham Pond for its rich biodiversity and the plethora of spring ephemerals. \nDenham Pond is property owned by the Town of Hanover\, located at 106 Circuit Street.  Formerly a well-managed forestry parcel\, it contains an easy wood-road trail through wooded uplands\, and mostly dry footpaths through wetland areas. There are two vernal pools on the east side of the property. Denham Pond\, a small dammed pond located at the entrance to the property\, has been well loved by generations of neighborhood children for summer fishing and winter skating.Fauna to be seen at Denham Pond include spotted and red-backed salamanders\, wood frogs\, white tailed deer\, wild turkey\, and red squirrel. Notable flora include stands of mature white pine and eastern hemlock\, as well as red cedar\, red oak\, beech\, holly\, and the occasional yellow birch. \nClick here for a map. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n\nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-denham-pond-hanover/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:New Trail Exploration and Dedication Along the Indian Head River
DESCRIPTION:New Trail Exploration and Dedication Along the Indian Head River\nSaturday\, May 13\n9 am – 11 am\nHanover Canoe Launch\nFree Event!\nRegister HERE \nJoin 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 Overlook”. The completion of the Mattakeeset trail represents the final ‘piece of the puzzle’ in the Indian Head River Trail system\, a network of over six miles of interconnected trails along the Indian Head and North Rivers. \n\nWe’ll meet in the parking lot on the Hanover side at Luddens Ford Park at 8:45 AM and walk the new Mattakeeset trail which crosses land that is owned by Plymouth County and runs along the north side of the Indian Head River. From there\, we’ll then head off around the Chapmans Landing/Iron Mine loop and stop to see the new “Chapman’s Landing Overlook”. ‘This post and beam’ North River viewing platform was constructed by volunteers under the guidance of the Hanover Open Space Committee. The trail projects were sponsored by the town of Hanover Open Space Committee\, Plymouth County\, and Wildlands Trust. A walk along the new trail to the viewing platform will take place and the new section of trail will be dedicated to the Mattakeeset Tribe by tribal Chief Larry Fischer. The Indian Head River Trail Coalition includes the towns of Hanover\, Hanson and Pembroke\, Wildlands Trust\, Plymouth County and the NSRWA. \n\nFamilies welcome. No dogs please. \n\nHike should be completed in under 2 hours and will be approx 2.2 miles in length over relatively flat trails. This area can be muddy so please wear appropriate footwear. \nThe event is free but you must REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/new-trail-exploration-and-dedication-along-the-indian-head-river/
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Norris Reservation in Norwell
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Norris Reservation in Norwell\nSaturday\, May 13\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin us for Walking Club in May\, our Guest Host for this month is Liam Norton. Liam is an avid birder\, science educator\, traveler\, and photographer born and raised in Scituate\, Massachusetts. He is a Bird Tour Leader for Birding Scituate\, who recently graduated from Suffolk University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology and a concentration in Marine Science. Liam is currently pursuing a career in science education and conservation outreach. \nWe will be walking at the Norris Reservation in Norwell.  This 129-acre parcel with more than a half-mile of river frontage is owned by the Trustees (formerly Trustees of Reservations). Second Herring Brook passes through the property\, and flows into the North River. There are two miles of trails\, plus a boat house with views of the river. \nThere is a small parking lot on the property\, with additional parking at the post office across the street. Liam chose this property because it is an important ecological area with diverse habitats. The area encompasses dense pine and oak forest\, woodland edge\, salt marsh\, and outstanding views of the North River and Second Herring Brook. These ecosystems are a breeding ground and important migratory stop-over for a wide variety of bird species! \n\nClick here for a map. \nClick here for trail map. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n\nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-norris-reservation-in-norwell/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T113000
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Nelson Memorial Forest\, Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:Walking Club – Nelson Memorial Forest\, Marshfield\nSaturday\, June 10\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin guest host Irene Bilodeau as we explore the Nelson Memorial Forest on June 10th. Irene is an avid hiker who loves exploring trails on the South Shore with her dog. The New England Forestry Foundation owns the Nelson Memorial Park- a 180-acre parcel. There are 3 miles of intersecting trails through varied habitats. One trail offers views of Cove Creek and the marshes that surround it. Another trail leads down a steep slope to a gorgeous view of the North River and the Union Street Bridge. Nearby are the remains of a historic Packet Landing — a wharf built of rocks and logs\, where packet ship pilots would pull up to the shore to sell their wares. Contiguous with Union Street Woodland and Phillips Farm Preserve. The property is rich in history and biodiversity. \nParking: Park at Union Street Woodland\, which is located just before Hunter Drive while driving north on Union Street in Marshfield. Additional parking (2 cars) on Highland Street\, at the intersection with Spring Street\, across from Rogers Pond. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nClick here to register. \nClick here for a map. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-nelson-memorial-forest-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Union Street Woodlands\, Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Union Street Woodlands\, Marshfield\nSaturday\, July 8\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Guest Hosts Alida and Hank Alberts as we explore the Union Street Woodlands in Marshfield. This property includes 41 acres of Marshfield Conservation land\, which has mixed hardwood and white pine forest. A half-mile trail with boardwalks leads to Nelson Memorial Forest. Another trail leads to Phillips Farm Preserve. These three properties together provide more than 200 acres of open space and wildlife habitat along the North River in Marshfield. The greenbelt continues across Union Street\, with Cornhill Woodland and the John Little Conservation Area. Alida and Hank are fairly new to the South Shore\, and chose this property for the Walking Club because it is truly in their  back yard. They were thrilled to discover these trails so close to home. This area is nice for walking year around. Please wear protective foot coverings as there is currently poison ivy along this trail. Parking is at the end of Cornhill Lane at 290 Cornhill Lane – look for the NSRWA Event Sign. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-union-street-woodlands-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T100000
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Bates Lane Conservation Area\, Scituate
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Bates Lane Conservation Area\, Scituate\nSaturday\, August 12\n10:00-11:30am \nPlease join the NSRWA Walking Club on Saturday\, August 12th as we explore the beautiful Bates Lane Conservation Area in Scituate. Before 1831\, this land was used primarily for agriculture. This forest probably began growing in the 1850s. Old stone walls reveal property boundaries from the past. While much of the eastern white pine that grew here a century ago was cut and sold for lumber\, there are still a few very large\, very old pine and beech trees along the trails. \nGoing back even farther in time\, Teepee Rock\, on the (orange) Maxwell Trail\, is a 430 million-year-old outcropping of Avalon granite. These are beautiful\, well marked\, and well maintained trails. There is a 40 foot bridge that traverses the wetlands near Teepee Rock. The streams within the area flow to Merritt Brook\, which is a headwater for Bound Brook and the Aaron River. \nThere are five Certified Vernal Pools on the property — seasonal wetlands that support species such as wood frogs\, spring peepers\, and salamanders.The forest is primarily pine with a healthy number of hardwoods\, including beech and oak\, plus some eastern hemlock. \n188 Clapp Rd\, Scituate\, MA 02066\, USA \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-bates-lane-conservation-area-scituate/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Round Pond in Duxbury
DESCRIPTION:Join our Guest Host\, Jim Spinale\, as we explore the history of cranberry farming in Duxbury. Jim is a former science teacher\, historian\, and nature enthusiast who will guide us through one of his favorite properties – Round Pond in Duxbury. This 232-acre property\, which includes the David Cutler Forest\, features a kettle hole pond surrounded by pine and oak forest. There are 3 miles of intersecting trails\, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail.  Pine and oak woods surround the pond\, and contain a number of intersecting\, well-marked trails\, some of which traverse wetlands via boardwalk. There are other surface waters nearby too – active cranberry bogs and reservoirs\, other ponds\, and even a small lake. This property is diverse. The upland forest is composed primarily of white pine and red oak\, with an ample understory of blueberry\, fern\, and teaberry. In mid-spring\, look for lady slippers. The wetland portions of the property are primarily red maple swamp\, with alder\, sagebrush\, and native azalea. The cranberry bogs provide even more variety\, attracting wildlife and helping to maintain the town’s water supply. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \nClick here for a map. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-round-pond-in-duxbury/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Colby-Phillips Trail in Hanover
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Colby-Phillips Trail in Hanover\nSaturday\, October 14\n10:00-11:30am \nPlease join us on Saturday\, October 14th as we welcome Guest Hosts Doug and Kathi Thomson and explore the Colby-Phillips Trail in Hanover. The Thomsons  are long time NSWRA members and walk these trails often\, accompanied by their dog Koda. Doug chaired the Hanover Open Space Committee when the Greenway was first laid out and led the building of the boardwalk and footbridge. \nThis 150+ acre\, town conservation property is a centerpiece of the Hanover Greenway. Its long entrance boardwalk across from Hanover Middle School makes it a popular visit spot year round. We will follow a multiple trail loop including a bird watching platform over the marsh\, a footbridge over French’s Stream and a small historic cemetery. The total walk is about 2 miles over easy terrain. There is ample parking at the Hanover Middle School – look for the NSRWA Event signs. \n \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-colby-phillips-trail-in-hanover/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T113000
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SUMMARY:Walking Club - Lansing Bennett Forest in Duxbury
DESCRIPTION:Walking Club – Lansing Bennett Forest in Duxbury\nSaturday\, November 11\n10:00am – 11:30pm \nPlease join us on Saturday\, November 11 as we explore the Lansing Bennett Forest in Duxbury with Guest Host Tag Carpenter. Tag Carpenter grew up in Duxbury\, and stayed because he hasn’t found a nicer place. He’s an active kayaker\, and has been walking the land since his first dog showed him a wildlife trail leading away from his side yard in the 1970s. Presently serving on the Duxbury Historical Commission\, Tag’s perspective on water quality protection\, historic preservation and land conservation has recently evolved to incorporate the indigenous experience. Tag offers that the land can speak to us\, if we are prepared to quiet our minds\, consider history\, and take the time to listen. \nThe Lansing Bennett Forest consists of 344 acres of wooded property along Phillips Brook\, owned by Duxbury Conservation. Formerly known as Trout Farm Conservation Area\, this property is dedicated to Dr. Lansing Bennett\, who served as the Chair of the Duxbury Conservation Commission from 1967-1979. The Town of Duxbury purchased Lansing Bennett Forest from the Lot Phillips Company (a wooden box manufacturer) in 1970. Howland’s Mill was built at this site around 1830\, on the banks of Phillips Brook. Originally a grist mill\, it later became a sawmill\, but it struggled due to low water flow. To remedy this problem\, the mill operators dug a ditch under today’s Franklin Street to Black Friar Swamp\, to channel more water into the brook. After the sawmill closed\, part of the property became a trout farm (trout were prevalent in Phillips Brook). Fish were raised here\, and then sold to markets and restaurants. Both wild brook trout and brown trout still inhabit the brook. Before this property’s milling era\, there was a charcoal pit on site. The local shipbuilding industry in the late 1700s used charcoal in the process of smelting bog iron ore. Remnants of this pit are visible from the trail that leads from the parking area into the property. Prior to European contact\, the Mattakeeset band of the Massachuseuk (or Massachusett) Native American tribe lived for thousands of years in the North River watershed. Their village included most of today’s Pembroke and Hanson. Meanwhile the Patuxet band of the Wampanoag tribe inhabited the Jones River watershed\, and the area now known as Kingston\, Plymouth and Duxbury. This property lies within the upper portion of the South River watershed — right between those two territories. It’s possible that both tribes utilized the area. \nJoin us as we explore the history and wildlife of this special property at 262 Union Bridge Rd\, Duxbury\, MA.   \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/walking-club-lansing-bennett-forest-in-duxbury/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
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SUMMARY:Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Explore Hanover's Forge Pond Park
DESCRIPTION:Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Hanover’s Forge Pond Park\nSunday\, November 12\n10:00-11:30am \nLooking 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 major tributary of the North River. Learn local flora and fauna\, discuss the area’s history\, and just have fun exploring in nature. So come join us on a fun fall walk in the watershed! Families welcome\, no dogs please. Meet at parking lot A\, the first lot as soon as you enter the park. Look for the NSRWA Subaru! This event is free to the public\, however\, registration is required. \nThis event is FREE to all\, no dogs please\, families welcome. Please register so you can receive updates regarding this event. Event space limited. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/fall-into-nature-guided-walk-series-explore-hanovers-forge-pond-park/
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T113000
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SUMMARY:Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Couch Beach in Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Couch Beach in Marshfield\nSunday\, November 19\n10:00-11:30am \nLooking 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 up to the Couch Beach picnic and camping area\, with striking views of the North River. Learn local flora and fauna\, discuss the area’s history\, and just have fun exploring in nature. So come join us on a family fun fall walk in the watershed! Meet in Couch Cemetery at 10:00am.  This event is free to the public\, however\, registration is required. \nThis event is FREE to all\, no dogs please\, families welcome\, great for kids! \nClick here to register. \nClick here for more information on Couch Beach.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/fall-into-nature-guided-walk-series-couch-beach-in-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
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SUMMARY:Walking Club - Rexhame Beach in Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:Walking Club – Rexhame Beach in Marshfield\nSaturday\, December 9\n10:00am – 11:30pm \nJoin Walking Club Guest Host Roger Whidden for a dune and beach walk at Rexhame Beach in Marshfield on December 9th from 10-11:30 am.  Roger is a resident of Marshfield\, where he owns and operates the Whidden School of Fitness\, which focuses on martial arts.  He is also member of the Marshfield Trails Committee\, a nature enthusiast\, and an Appalachian Trail Guide. \nRexhame is a beautiful sandy beach. On one side of its dunes is the ocean\, and on the other side is the South River. The name “Rex-ham” (meaning the king’s village) was used interchangeably with “Marshfield” in the town’s early days. Unmarked but easy-to-follow trails lead from the parking lot through the sand dunes and along the edge of the South River to the Marshfield/Scituate (Humarock) town line. There are three distinct habitats on this property — open beach\, sand dune and salt marsh. In the Rexhame Dunes\, you’ll find cedar trees and other seaside-dwelling vegetation such as beach plums\, heathers\, and deep-rooted dune grass. American Beachgrass acts like glue to hold the dunes together. Snow fence (a.k.a sand fence) helps to control erosion. Red and grey fox can be spotted in the dunes in the early hours. Eastern cottontail rabbits are common along the low shubbery. Shorebirds are abundant. \nDirections: 325 Standish St\, Marshfield\, MA 02050\, USA   Ample parking is available. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/walking-club-rexhame-beach-in-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Two Mile Farm and the Jose Carreiro Woodland
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Two Mile Farm and the Jose Carreiro Woodland\nSaturday\, February 10\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin guest host Irene Bilodeau as we explore Two Mile Farm and the Jose Carreiro Woodland on February 10th. Irene is an avid traveler and hiker. She is one of our Walking Club Co-Coordinators\, and loves exploring numerous trails on the South Shore. \nThe Trustees (formerly Trustees of Reservations) acquired Two Mile Farm\, a 68-acre property\, in 1995. Narrow trails and wide cart paths pass through a white pine woodland\, with occasional hemlock\, oak and beech. Look for the remains of old stone walls. The trails slope down to the marsh’s edge\, presenting broad views of the North River and Stetson Meadows. Watch for deer grazing in the salt marsh or in the forest. Numerous small mammals call this woodland home. Listen for the chattering of marsh wrens. They are commonly observed in this section of the marsh and all the way up to the freshwater marshes in Pembroke and Hanover. \nThe Jose Carreiro Woodland consists of 11 acres of Marshfield Conservation land abutting Two Mile Farm. This property is named for Jose Carreiro\, who served as Chair of Marshfield’s Community Preservation Committee and was actively involved in protecting this small but beautiful parcel from development. A bench at a spot overlooking the river valley stands in his honor. Pine\, oak and beech forest give way to salt marsh and the North River. Oldham Brook runs along the edge of this property before it empties into the North River. Look for it on both sides of the parking area’s cul de sac. \nParking can be found at the end of Maryland Street – off of Union Street in Marshfield. Click here for a map. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-two-mile-farm-and-the-jose-carreiro-woodland/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240223T160848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T160848Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Duxbury Beach
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Duxbury Beach\nSaturday\, March 9\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Guest Host Roger Whidden for a winter walk on Duxbury Beach on March 9th from 10-11:30 am. Roger is a resident of Marshfield\, where he owns and operates the Whidden School of Fitness\, which focuses on martial arts. He is also member of the Marshfield Trails Committee\, a nature enthusiast\, an Appalachian Trail Guide\, and a favorite Walking Club Guest Host. \nWe will be exploring Duxbury Beach\, a 7.5-mile long barrier beach that extends from Marshfield in the north to Gurnet Point and Saquish in the south. It is a clean\, beautiful\, accessible place nestled between Duxbury Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. This land is within the region of the Patuxet Wampanoag tribe\, who for centuries inhabited the area around the Jones River now known as Duxbury\, Kingston and Plymouth. Numerous artifacts have been found on Clark’s Island\, nearby. This beach has endured many hardships\, including Hurricane Carol in 1954\, the infamous Blizzard of ’78\, which caused major destruction to roads and dunes\, and the No Name Storm of 1991. Despite these hardships.  this beautiful beach is teeming with life\, even in the winter months. \nA 2018 survey indicates that the numbers of species observed on Duxbury Beach are as follows. Birds: 127\, Mammals: 8\, and Plants: 36. Some notable residents are the Snowy Owl\, the Piping Plover\, and the Least Tern. The latter two are considered to be threatened species by state and/or federal law. Like all barrier beaches\, Duxbury Beach is dynamic. Sand arrives and departs at a slow pace. Here at Duxbury\, the beach is moving westward toward the mainland. Unfortunately\, due to heavy armoring of beaches to the north (sea walls)\, Duxbury Beach is not receiving its natural nourishment of sand. \nWe look forward to exploring this special property.  Please look for NSRWA Event signs for parking  prior to the bridge\, on the Bay side of the beach off of King Caesar Road. Click here for a map. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-duxbury-beach/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240322T152307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T152629Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Denham Pond in Hanover
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Denham Pond in Hanover\nSaturday\, April 13\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nPlease join us on April 13th from 10:00-11:30 as we explore Denham Pond in Hanover. Denham Pond is a spectacular place to visit in the spring\, for its rich biodiversity and plethora of spring ephemerals. We are looking forward to a very special walk as we look for signs of spring. Denham Pond is a property owned by the Town of Hanover\, located at 106 Circuit Street.  Formerly a well-managed forestry parcel\, it contains an easy wood-road trail through wooded uplands\, and mostly dry footpaths through wetland areas. There are two vernal pools on the east side of the property. Denham Pond\, a small dammed pond located at the entrance to the property\, has been well loved by generations of neighborhood children for summer fishing and winter skating.  Fauna to be seen at Denham Pond include spotted and red-backed salamanders\, wood frogs\, white tailed deer\, wild turkey\, and red squirrel. Notable flora include stands of mature white pine and eastern hemlock\, as well as red cedar\, red oak\, beech\, holly\, and the occasional yellow birch. \nLook for the NSRWA sign on Circuit Street.  Follow the gravel path to the end\, where you will find available parking in an open field.  Click here for a map. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at tcdelahunt@gmail.com. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-denham-pond-in-hanover/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240327T154328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T173422Z
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SUMMARY:Indian Head River Day 2024 - Guided Hike and Kayak Paddles
DESCRIPTION:Join the Indian Head River Coalition (a partnership between the NSRWA\, Wildlands Trust\, Towns of Hanover\, Pembroke\, Hanson\, and Plymouth County) as we celebrate this amazing river and its surrounding land. Take part in a guided hike\, or kayak paddle\, or BOTH! Schedule and registration pages are listed below. \nEmbark on a land or water adventure as we explore a unique and diverse habitat steeped in local history. Amazing flora and fauna\, freshwater tidal marsh\, wild rice\, and migratory herring are all some of what can be found in and around the Indian Head River. Discover why the IHR Coalition has worked to preserve and protect this gem of the South Shore. \nMeet at the Hanover Public Launch. 2 Indian Head Dr. Hanover\, MA \nSchedule: \n9:00-11:00am – Guided Hike with Wildlands Trust – Register for the Hike HERE \n9:30-11:00am – Guided Kayak Paddle with the NSRWA #1 – Register for Kayak Paddle #1 HERE \n11:30-1:00pm – Guided Kayak Paddle with the NSRWA #2* – Register for Kayak Paddle #2 HERE \nFor the kayak trips: bring your own vessel or borrow one of the NSRWA’s single kayaks. Ages 10 years and up ONLY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Slow moving tidal water\, previous kayak experience recommended. \n*Guided Kayak Paddle #2 will depart once the hikers have returned\, allowing time for folks to attend both the hike and Kayak Paddle #2.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/indian-head-river-day-2024-guided-hike-and-kayak-paddles/
LOCATION:Hanover Public Launch\, 2 Indian Head Dr.\, Hanover\, 02339
CATEGORIES:Paddling,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240430T165259Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - East Street Bogs in Duxbury
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – East Street Bogs in Duxbury\nSaturday\, May 11\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin the Walking Club’s Guest Host Jim Spinale\, on May 11th at 10:00am as we explore the East Street Bogs in Duxbury. Jim is a historian\, nature enthusiast\, retired science teacher\, and frequent Walking Club Guest Host\, who will share his knowledge of history and nature as he guides us through one of his favorite properties – The East Street\, or Loring Bogs. This 198 acre property features active cranberry bogs\, wetlands\, reservoirs\, and forested upland\, with a 4.5 mile trail network\, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. The area includes 39 acres of working bogs and 191 acres of conservation land. It was first developed in 1927 by F.M. Leonard’s Clearbrook Cranberry Company. Edgar W. Losing took over the enterprise in 1930. Prior to European contact\, the Mattakeeset band of the Massachuseuk (or Massachusett) Native American tribe lived for thousands of years in the North River watershed. Their village included most of today’s Pembroke and Hanson. Meanwhile the Patuxet band of the Wampanoag tribe inhabited the Jones River watershed\, and the area now known as Kingston\, Plymouth and Duxbury. This property lies within the upper portion of the South River watershed — right between those two territories. It’s possible that both tribes utilized the area. With a variety of habitats\, the Duxbury Bogs attract all sorts of wildlife\, especially birds. The woodlands include pine\, oak\, sumac\, fern\, milkweed\, and bittersweet. There is a glacial esker in the middle of the property. \nClick here for directions. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-east-street-bogs-in-duxbury/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240528T193344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T193344Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - John Little Conservation Area in Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – John Little Conservation Area in Marshfield\nSaturday\, June 8\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Guest Hosts Alida and Hank Albertson on June 8th as we explore the John Little Conservation Area in Marshfield. Alida and Hank are fairly new to the South Shore\, and chose this property for the Walking Club because it is truly in their back yard. They were thrilled to discover these trails so close to home. Marshfield’s 75-acre John Little Conservation Area features pasture\, forest\, and marsh\, along with some gorgeous views of the North River. Along the 1.5 miles of trails\, old stone walls and cart paths offer a glimpse of the property’s agricultural past. A dock provides access from the water. The John Little Conservation Area was established in 2009. Community Preservation Act Funds purchased an initial 25 acres\, with an additional 49.8 acres added the following year. \nThe John Little Conservation Area was named for the family who operated a dairy farm there. Jack and Grace Little’s Little Jersey Farm offered milk and cream from the 1930s to the 1950s. Jack’s son Christopher still operates the family farm\, on the parcel he retains across the street\, raising cattle for beef. There are trails and boardwalks within the property\, as well as a long\, beautiful walkway that leads to a dock/float on the North River.  Proceed with caution on damp days – the boardwalks can be slippery when wet! The portion of the property closest to the parking area is a broad meadow\, formerly part of the dairy farm\, with views of adjacent\, still-functioning farms. The remainder of the property is woodland and marsh. The woods are typical for this area — a mix of pine and oak — with occasional holly\, and quite a lot of blueberry. Because of the walkway and dock\, this property offers a spectacular view of the North River and its marshes. This area is nice for walking year around. Please wear protective foot coverings as there may be poison ivy along this trail. \nDirections:  John Little Conservation Area\, Union St\, Marshfield\, MA 02050 \nClick here for map. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-john-little-conservation-area-in-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240627T181138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T132617Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Black Pond Bog in Norwell
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Black Pond Bog in Norwell\nSunday\, July 14\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nPlease join Walking Club Guest Host Chris Jacobs on SUNDAY (not our usual Saturday)\, July 14th\, as we explore Black Pond Bog in Norwell. Chris Jacobs is a non-profit professional with over 25 years of experience educating about and advocating for the natural world. Chris has a passion for native plant species\, especially wildflowers (primarily because they are stationary and easy to observe!) She currently serves on the board of Wild Ones-South Shore\, MA Chapter\, an organization that promotes the use of native plants in the landscape. Chris enjoys exploring Black Pond Bog for its rich biodiversity and the unique plant species. \nBlack Pond  is a kettle hole pond\, created tens of thousands of years ago by a large chunk of melting glacier. Long ago\, as the white cedar trees and other vegetation that grew around Black Pond died and decayed\, they sank to the bottom\, creating a layer of muck. Over time\, the water became so acidic that the surrounding plants could barely make use of it. What resulted was a unique quaking bog.  Black Pond is surrounded by sphagnum moss. One of few plants capable of growing in such acidic conditions\, sphagnum absorbs water from the air\, not from the pond. As it dies and decays\, it forms a layer of peat. Other plants take root in the moss and peat\, creating a thick mat at the edge of the water. When you step onto a quaking bog\, you can actually feel it shake!  This July\, we may be able to observe some unusual plants growing out of the sphagnum moss that surrounds the pond — the sundew and the pitcher plant. Both of these are carnivorous: they consume insects\, which provide essential nutrition for these plants\, that would otherwise lack nitrogen.  Pitcher plants and sundews\, as well as wild orchids\, are visible from  the boardwalk at the edge of Black Pond. We will also see several varieties of fern. Wildlife is abundant here. \nClick here for directions. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-black-pond-bog-in-norwell/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240731T134412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T134845Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Bates Trail and the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve in Scituate
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Bates Trail and the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve in Scituate\nSaturday\, August 10\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Guest Host Deb Lenahan on Saturday\, August 10th at 10:00am in Scituate\, as we explore the Bates Trail and the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve. We will start at the Bates Trail Parking Lot and take the Carl Pipes trail to the adjoining Higgins McAllister Preserve. This trail features a large wooden bridge which extends through woods and wetlands\, offering views of Merritt Brook\, a tributary to Bound Brook. There are a lot of rocks in the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve — glacial erratic boulders\, as well as smaller\, often moss-covered\, rocks\, and numerous stone walls. Another landmark is a very large Eastern White Pine tree\, with a 17-foot circumference! Small signs direct hikers to its exact location. The property was purchased by the Town of Scituate in 2012.  While rarely steep\, the trail requires a careful eye and even more careful steps. If you’re up for it\, it is well worth the adventure! \nThe upland forest here contains mostly pine and beech trees\, plus oak\, holly\, fern\, and princess pine. In general\, there is very little shrubbery\, due to a large population of deer. Closer to the wetlands are yellow birch\, cedar\, and red maple. Here the shrubs are more prolific. Also look for winterberry and cinnamon fern. Moss is abundant! Merritt Brook\, which rises in South Swamp and flows through the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve\, is a headwater stream for the watershed of Bound Brook and the Aaron River Reservoir. It eventually flows into the Gulf River\, which empties into Cohasset Harbor. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website. \nClick here for Directions. \nClick here for Trail Map. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-bates-trail-and-the-higgins-macallister-preserve-in-scituate/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240829T182843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T194658Z
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SUMMARY:Norwell Conservation Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Norwell Conservation Day 2024 at Jacobs Pond! \nJoin 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. \n\nHistory of Jacobs Pond Area with Wendy Bawabe – 9:00am\nGuided Kayaking with the NSRWA-  10:00am\nInsect Walk with Blake Dinius – 10:00am\nPlants for Birds Discussion and Walk with Lisey Good – 11:30am\nLive Music by Joe Armstrong – 10:00am-1:00pm\nLolly Jolly Food Truck – 9:00am-1:00pm\nActivities and fun for all ages!\n\nClick here for details. \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/norwell-conservation-day-2024/
LOCATION:Jacobs Pond Conservation Area\, 81 Jacobs Lane\, Norwell\, MA\, 02061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Family Fun,Gardening,History,Paddling,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240904T200847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T132659Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Ames Norwell State Park in Abington
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Ames Norwell State Park in Abington\nSaturday\, September 14\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nPlease join us on Saturday\, September 14th as we welcome Guest Hosts Doug and Kathi Thomson to  explore the Ames Norwell State Park in Abington. The Thomsons  are long time NSWRA members and walk these trails often. Both Doug and Kathi are nature enthusiasts. \nAmes Nowell State Park is a 700 acre property located in Abington\, with  10+ miles of paved and unpaved trails through forest and wetlands. A sawmill\, and then a grist mill\, stood at the northern end of the property in the 1700s\, on Beaver Brook. In the 1920s\, Edwin Holmes purchased the land and dammed the brook\, creating Cleveland Pond. Holmes maintained the land as a bird sanctuary and hunting spot\, but was unable to pay taxes on it during the Depression. Ames Nowell\, the grandson of Massachusetts Governor Oliver Ames\, purchased it next. The park is named for him. Old stone walls deep within the property reveal an agricultural past. The trails are inconsistently marked\, so it is great that we have knowledgeable guides with us! \nThe woods surrounding Cleveland Pond are primarily pine and oak\, with some beech and holly. There are wetlands too\, with swampy areas as well as freshwater marshes. Beaver Brook enters the property from the north and flows through the pond. The pond was created in the 1920s when the brook was dammed for industrial use. Beaver Brook flows south through Abington and Bridgewater\, eventually merging with Spring Brook and emptying into the Taunton River. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/ \nDirections: 741 Linwood Street\, Abington\, MA Click here for map. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-ames-norwell-state-park-in-abington/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Burrage Pond in Hanson
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Burrage Pond in Hanson\nSaturday\, October 12\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin us on October 12th from 10:00-11:30am at Burrage Pond in Hanson for an amazing walk with Walking Club Guest Host George Stanchfield. George is an artist\, photographer\, and plantsman with a passion for gardening in all its phases. He has worked for over 35 years in professional garden related work\, from design to pulling weeds. This man knows his plants! You may find him wandering the trails of Burrage Pond in all seasons. Its broad vistas and intimate woodlands host a diverse amount of wildlife and flora that intrigue him most. \nBurrage Pond Wildlife Management Area in Hanson and Halifax\, MA features over 2\,000 acres of ponds\, marsh\, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails. It is managed by the state for fisheries and wildlife habitat\, as well as open space. This is an excellent spot for bird-watching. There are more than 10 miles of public trails on the property\, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. The trails are primarily the broad and flat dirt roads commonly found around cranberry bogs. This is easy walking\, and a popular spot for horses and leashed dogs. The property was originally a very large Atlantic White Cedar swamp. In 1931\, it was diked and otherwise altered for cranberry production. It is now composed of retired cranberry bogs surrounded by ponds and reservoirs\, freshwater marsh\, Atlantic white cedar swamp\, and red maple swamp. The uplands contain the typical pine and oak\, as well as some birch. Some of the flora identified here include: large whorled oogonia\, calapogon\, painted trillium\, mountain laurel\, bunchberry\, and pink azalea. Fish species commonly found here include bluegill\, yellow perch\, largemouth bass\, pumpkinseed sunfish\, chain pickerel\, golden shiner\, black crappie\, brown bullhead\, and white perch. For decades this has been an important birding site\, for its waterfowl\, marsh birds\, and migrating passerines. Wood Ducks breed here in good numbers\, and Virginia Rails can be heard calling. There is an active colony of Night Heron. Among the 81 species catalogued in 2003 were Osprey\, American Kestrels\, Eastern Kingbirds\, Warbling Vireos\, Gray Catbirds\, Yellow Warblers\, Baltimore Orioles and Orchard Orioles. Also watch for Northern Harriers\, Sharp-shinned Hawks\, Red-shouldered Hawks\, and Merlins\, as well as herons\, egrets and ibises. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration of all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/ \nAddress: 382 Pleasant St\, Hanson\, MA 02341\, USA\nPlease NOTE that there are multiple entrances to this property.  We will be meeting at the entrance off of Pleasant Street! \n \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-burrage-pond-in-hanson/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20241002T170348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T192255Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Walk to Couch Beach!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 27\n4:30–6:30pm \nJoin the NSRWA on a Guided Spooky Walk to Couch Beach. Meet at Couch Cemetery before 4:30pm. \nWe’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 take an autumn stroll through the woods at twilight… with a spooky twist! \nBring your family\, hiking shoes\, and flashlights! \nRegister HERE \nAll ages welcome\, no dogs please.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/spooky-walk-to-couch-beach/
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,History,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20241025T163824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T164114Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield\nSaturday\, November 9\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin us on November 9th from 10-11:30 at Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield for a truly special walk with Walking Club Guest Host Doug Lowry. Doug is a lifelong student of nature and is moving into his forty-fifth year as an Outdoor Educator. He has taught for the National Outdoor Leadership School as a Senior Field Instructor\, a Master Educator for the Leave No Trace program and is currently the Senior Teacher/Naturalist for the Southeast Region for Mass Audubon and works on many of the organization’s statewide initiatives\, certification programs and Trips and Travel. \nAs past Board Member and past President of the NSRWA\, Doug looks forward to an adventure through Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary with kindred watershed celebrants. Our proposed route will take us down to the North River and through forested loop trails with several stops along the way for observation. We have binoculars to share and will throw in scones to start our adventure. Trails are relatively flat with minimum fancy footwork involved. \nThe North River Wildlife Sanctuary offers several trails and boardwalks that wind through open fields and oak forest. There is also an observation platform on the North River. The property attracts many different species of animals\, such as harbor seals\, deer\, coyotes\, geese\, pheasants\, red tail hawks\, dragonflies\, butterflies\, and squirrels. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nDirections: Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary\, 2000 Main St\, Marshfield\, MA 02050. Parking area near the Visitors’ Center. Click here for trail map. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-north-river-wildlife-sanctuary-in-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20240917T163033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T145452Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Local Waters: Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:With Kezia Bacon and Brian Taylor\, NSRWA\nTuesdays at 1pm\nAt various locations in Marshfield \nJoin the North and South Rivers Watershed Association to learn about the waterways of Marshfield. The program consists of two slideshows and three guided walks. Sign up for all\, or for selected events ($5 each). \n\nNovember 26 – Guided Walk: South River – at Rexhame Beach – Postponed due to the rainy/windy forecast. Rescheduled for Thursday\, December 5th at 1pm. \nDecember 3 – Marshfield’s Historic Waterways – slideshow presentation at Marshfield Senior Center\n\nTo register\, visit the front desk at the Marshfield Senior Center (230 Webster Street).
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/know-your-local-waters-marshfield/
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20241125T161800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T132047Z
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club - Willow Brook Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Willow Brook Farm Preserve\nSaturday\, December 14\, 2024\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin us on December 14th from 10-11:30 at Pembroke’s Willow Brook Farm Preserve for a winter walk with returning Guest Hosts Doug and Kathi Thomson. The Thomsons are nature enthusiasts and long time NSWRA members.  They have been committed to preserving open space on the South Shore\, and their walks are always informative and fun.  \nPembroke’s Willow Brook Farm Preserve is 167 acres of upland and wetlands. Located at the confluence of Pudding and Herring Brooks\, it is owned by the Wildlands Trust\, and features 3 miles of walking trails plus an observation platform with an unspoiled view of the 2\,000-acre Herring Brook Valley. The area is renowned as one of the most diverse inland natural areas in Southeastern Massachusetts. The views change with the seasons. This is definitely a place that rewards repeat visits. Abundant wildlife make their home here in the Herring Brook Valley. Even though it is 11 river miles upstream from the ocean\, the freshwater marsh has water levels that rise and fall with the tides. More than 2\,000 acres of undeveloped land and freshwater swamp provide an ideal habitat for mammals\, amphibians\, and birds — both common species and also those deemed “at risk” by Partners In Flight. \nWhile we love dogs\, NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your pooches at home. \nDirections: 99 Barker St\, Pembroke\, MA 02359\nREGISTER HERE. \n\nThe Walking Club is looking for guest hosts. If you would like to lead a walk on a local trail that you love\, please contact Theresa Delahunt at volunteercoordinator@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-willow-brook-farm-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20231219T185327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T202839Z
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SUMMARY:Birding in a Changing Climate: The North River
DESCRIPTION:Birding in a Changing Climate: The North River\n\n\nA program offered by Mass Audubon and the NSRWA. Van transportation provided!  \nDescription  \nBirds are a wonderful vehicle for witnessing cyclic and seasonal changes. \nIn this monthly series\, we will meet at Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary\, and use van transportation to explore various sites along the North River to appreciate how patterns in weather\, climate\, and shifting habitats influence the birds and environment around us. \nJoin us to take a deeper dive into understanding how and why climate change is having such an impact on birds. \nThis series meets on Thursdays\, at North River Wildlife Sanctuary. \nThursday\, December 19 \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/birding-in-a-changing-climate-the-north-river/
LOCATION:North River Wildlife Sanctuary\, 2000 Main St\, Marshfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Photography,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172628
CREATED:20241205T062655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T194005Z
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SUMMARY:2025 New Year's Day Walk at Furnace Brook Watershed Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the New Year with the North and South Rivers Watershed Association for our Annual New Year’s Day Walk! \nMarshfield’s Furnace Brook Watershed Conservation Area\nWednesday\, January 1\, 2025\n1:00 to 3:00pm \nThe main loop is roughly 1 mile and contains some forested hills and a couple muddy sections and boardwalks. There are several side trials and spur trails that branch off of the main loop\, so motivated hikers are welcome to add additional mileage to their walk! \nThis will be a self guided walk\, however\, there will be NSRWA staff and volunteers stationed at the trailhead\, as well as at a few intersections to help with orientation and provide some fun facts. Please be sure to maintain orientation as there are several interconnecting trails that make it easy to get turned around. \nParking will be at St. Christine’s Catholic Church at 1295 Main St\, Marshfield\, MA 02050. Just head to the south end of the parking lot and you’ll see the trailhead kiosk and NSRWA volunteers. A special thanks to Fr. Mario Guarino and the church for providing access to these lovely trails!  \nTrail Map 1 – Have access to this map while on trail. \nTrail Map 2 – This is an older map and doesn’t have the updated trail entrance. But you can still see the P1 Starting Location at the top right of center. \nThis is a free event and registration is required. All ages welcome\, great for families! Wear comfortable footwear for varying terrain conditions. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/2025-new-years-day-walk-at-furnace-brook-watershed-conservation-area/
LOCATION:St. Christine’s Catholic Church\, 1295 Main St\, Marshfield\, 02050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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