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SUMMARY:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA
DESCRIPTION:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA\nThursday\, April 30\n6:00pm\nDuxbury Free Library\, 77 Alden Street \nJoin NSRWA in Duxbury for an engaging slideshow presentation on the history of the North and South Rivers. Learn about the world class ships built at 19 shipyards on the North River from 1678 to 1871\, the NSRWA’s Pontoon Boat Tour Program\, and the work the NSRWA staff and volunteers do to protect our rivers. It’s happening Thursday\, April 30 at 6:00pm at the Duxbury Free Library (77 Alden Street). Free admission. No registration required.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/the-rich-history-of-the-north-and-south-rivers-nsrwa-3/
LOCATION:Duxbury Free Library\, 77 Alden Street\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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SUMMARY:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA
DESCRIPTION:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA\nMonday\, May 4\n6:30pm\nJohn Curtis Free Library\, 550 Hanover Street\, Hanover \nJoin NSRWA in Hanover for an engaging slideshow presentation on the history of the North and South Rivers. Learn about the world class ships built at 19 shipyards on the North River from 1678 to 1871\, the NSRWA’s Pontoon Boat Tour Program\, and the work the NSRWA staff and volunteers do to protect our rivers.It’s happening Monday\, May 4 at 6:30pm at the John Curtis Free Library\, 550 Hanover Street\, Hanover. Free admission. No registration required.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/the-rich-history-of-the-north-and-south-rivers-nsrwa-4/
LOCATION:John Curtis Free Library\, 550 Hanover Street\, Hanover\, MA\, 02339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
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SUMMARY:Coastal Resilience and Relocation Event
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Resilience and Relocation Event\nDate: Tuesday\, May 5\nTime: 6:00-8:00pm\nEvent Location:  Scituate Senior Center (333 First Parish Rd\, Scituate\, MA) \nJoin North and South Rivers Watershed Association and MassBays on May 5th for a Coastal Resilience and Relocation Event!  \nHosted by Communities Responding to Extreme Weather (CREW) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC)\, this event brings together South Shore residents to discuss coastal flooding impacts and responses\, collect your ideas for effective local and state-level programs and resources\, and prepare you for when extreme weather occurs (extreme weather resources\, nature projects\, local trainings and volunteer opportunities). \nThis event is indoors and the space is ADA compliant. Parking is on-site and accessible. \n It is currently offered in English. Other languages may be available upon request by April 30. \nConversation and activities are designed for adults and older teens. Childcare may also be available if requested by April 30. \nCheck out the attached flier\, and RSVP here. → bit.ly/SouthShoreCoastalResilience \nQuestions for the event organizers? Contact us at leigh@climatecrew.org. Your participation and insights are essential to this conversation. We look forward to seeing you May 5th!
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/coastal-resilience-and-relocation-event/
CATEGORIES:Education,Meeting,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate\nSaturday\, May 9\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Coordinator Steve French and Guest Host Liam Norton as we explore Driftway Conservation Park in Scituate on Saturday\, May 9 from 10:00-11:30am. Liam is a dedicated biologist and educator based on the South Shore\, with extensive experience in environmental education and conservation fieldwork. Specializing in Ornithology\, he most recently worked as a Songbird Bander at Manomet Conservation Sciences and as a Shorebird Monitor Supervisor on Duxbury Beach. \nDriftway Conservation Park is comprised of 334 acres along the Herring River\, a tributary of the North River. There are 1.65 miles of interconnecting trails including the A. J. McEachern Memorial Trail. The park’s varied habitats and proximity to the salt marsh and river make it a great location to look for great blue herons\, great egrets\, kingfishers\, ospreys and bald eagles. The month of May offers additional opportunities to see migrating shore birds and warblers. \nThe walk is over flat paved\, gravel and sand paths with no significant elevation changes. \nWhile we love dogs. NSRWA’s walks are dog-free in consideration for all participants. Please leave your furry loved ones at home. \nDirections: Parking is available at Driftway Conservation Park\, 251 Driftway in Scituate\, with overflow parking across the street. Look for the NSRWA Event sign. \nREGISTER HERE \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 Kezia Bacon at kezia@nsrwa.org\, or visit our volunteer webpage.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-driftway-conservation-park-in-scituate/
LOCATION:Driftway Conservation Park 250 Driftway\, Scituate\, 250 Driftway\, Scituate\, 02066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:Clamming the South River
DESCRIPTION:Spring into Shellfishing – Clamming the South River\nSaturday May 9\n10am-12:00pm \nJoin the NSRWA as we head out onto the flats of the South River to learn how to clam. The program will be guided by local experts as we learn the art of clamming from seasoned veterans and learn about local clam species\, explore unique habitat\, and understand their importance to our estuary ecosystem. \nPark at the Humarock Parking Lot at 2-4 Central Ave\, Humarock. Look for the brightly colored NSRWA van in the public parking lot. The NSRWA van will provide transportation to the clamming site. \nPeople are encouraged to get a license but it is not needed if they just wish to learn/watch us clam. You can get clamming license through Scituate or Marshfield Town Hall (more info here). You can get your clamming gear by visiting New England Marine in Brant Rock in Marshfield\, or Belsan Bait & Tackle in Scituate. \nWe strongly advise folks to wear footwear that can get wet\, preferably waders or rubber boots\, and rubber gloves. We kneel when clamming so please wear appropriate clothing to keep your knees protected and dry. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/clamming-the-south-river-2/
LOCATION:Public Parking Lot\, 3 Central Ave\, Humarock\, MA\, 02047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clamming
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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:20260511T130000
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SUMMARY:Timing the Tides: A Guide to Paddling the Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Timing the Tides: A Guide to Paddling the Rivers\nMonday\, May 11\n1:00pm\nMarshfield Senior Center\, 230 Webster Street\, Marshfield \nPlanning a paddling trip on the North and South Rivers? NSRWA shares everything you need to know to make it a success! How to time the tides\, where to launch your boat\, and lots more! Join us at the Marshfield Senior Center on Monday\, May 11th at 1pm. Free admission. No registration required.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/timing-the-tides-a-guide-to-paddling-the-rivers/
LOCATION:Marshfield Senior Center\, 230 Webster Street\, Marshfield\, 02050
CATEGORIES:Paddling,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
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SUMMARY:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA
DESCRIPTION:The Rich History of the North and South Rivers & NSRWA\nFriday\, May 15\n10:00am\nDuxbury Senior Center\, 10 Mayflower Street\, Duxbury \nJoin NSRWA in Duxbury for an engaging slideshow presentation on the history of the North and South Rivers. Learn about the world class ships built at 19 shipyards on the North River from 1678 to 1871\, the NSRWA’s Pontoon Boat Tour Program\, and the work the NSRWA staff and volunteers do to protect our rivers. It’s happening Friday\, May 15 at 10am at the Duxbury Senior Center\, 10 Mayflower Street\, Duxbury. Free admission. No registration required.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/the-rich-history-of-the-north-and-south-rivers-nsrwa-5/
LOCATION:Duxbury Senior Center\, 10 Mayflower Street\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02050\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T200000
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SUMMARY:Sustaining the Stripers
DESCRIPTION:Sustaining the Stripers \nThursday\, May 28\n7:00-8:00pm\nZoom Meeting \nLearn about the current state of the Striped Bass population and why proper catch and release of the species is so important to its long term health with expert Ben Gahagan\, Mass DMF Recreational Fisheries Program Leader. Ben will share the latest science on the status of the species\, post-release mortality\, and what anglers can do to benefit striped bass populations and the fishery. Please join us to get ready for the catch and release South Shore Striper Tournament and your fishing season. \nCheck out these excellent resources: \n\nMA DMF Citizen Science results page\nKeep Fish Wet Stripers in Our Hands Materials\n3 Striped Bass Tactics videos\n\nREGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM MEETING \nREGISTER FOR THE 2026 STRIPER TOURNAMENT \n \nResults of MassDMF Citizen Science Project \nMortality vs. Lure Hook Type\nMortality vs Tackle Type. Graphs courtesy of MA DMF.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/sustaining-the-stripers-2026/
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Fly Fishing
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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:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T121725
CREATED:20260428T172856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T201656Z
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SUMMARY:2026 South Shore Striper Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join NSRWA for a fun weekend of catch and release fishing!\n\n$3\,000 in cash and additional prizes for winning anglers and catch and release videos!\nJune 5 @ 5:00 pm – June 7 @ 12:00 pm  \nThe first 150 anglers get a 10th Anniversary Hat\, courtesy of our friends at Briteway Car Wash. \nThe first 50 children (12 and under) will register for FREE and take home a hat and a fish-friendly lure\, thanks to the Levitate Foundation.  \nAdult entries are $90 (Day of entries are $100 for adults). Children 12 and under fish for FREE (First 50 kids only). After free registration limit is met\, kids registration is $35\, Calcutta is $20. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nPick Up Location and Times\nPreregister online or at the locations below\, and pick up your packet at the following: \n\nBelsan Bait & Tackle\n4 Brook Street\, Scituate\, MA\nFriday\, June 5 – 8:00am-6:00pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 8:00am-12:00 noon\nGoose Hummock Shops\n15 Rte. 6A\, Orleans\, MA\nFriday\, June 5 – 1:00-6:00pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 9:00am-12 noon\nFISH Northeast\n68 Shops at 5 Way\, Plymouth\nFriday\, June 5 – 11:00am-6:00pm\nSaturday\, June 6 – 8:00am-12:00pm\n\nHave a measuring stick from a previous South Shore Striper Tournament? Bring it with you\, get a 2026 sticker\, and become eligible for a prize drawing. \nWe encourage you to submit videos of you releasing your catch as part of your entry. Release videos will be entered to win additional prizes. \nCheck the 2026 Leaderboard \nRegister for our Sustaining the Stripers Zoom Presentation – Thursday\, May 28 from 7:00-8:00pm \nClick Here to Sponsor our 2026 Striper Tournament \nJoin us for the awards presentation at Belsan Bait & Tackle on Sunday\, June 7 at 2:00pm. A Zoom link will also be sent out to all participants.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/2026-south-shore-striper-tournament/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fishing,Fly Fishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T133000
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SUMMARY:Indian Head River Day 2026 - Guided Hikes and Kayak Paddles
DESCRIPTION:Indian Head River Day 2026 – Guided Hikes and Kayak Paddles\nSaturday\, June 13\n10:00am-1:30pm\nHanover Public Launch\, 2 Indian Head Dr\, Hanover\, MA \nJoin the Indian Head River Coalition (a partnership between the NSRWA\, Wildlands Trust\, and the 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 Indian Head River 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: \n10:00-11:30am – Hike Short Loop with the NSRWA – Register for Guided Hike Short Loop \n10:00-12:00pm –  Hike Long Loop with Wildlands Trust – Register for Guided Hike Long 4-Mile Loop \n10:00-11:30am – Guided Kayak Paddle with the NSRWA #1 – Register for Kayak Paddle #1 HERE \n12:00-1:30pm – 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 12 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 Short Loop 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-2026-guided-hikes-and-kayak-paddles/
LOCATION:Hanover Public Launch\, 2 Indian Head Dr.\, Hanover\, 02339
CATEGORIES:Paddling,Walk
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