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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Webster’s Wilderness in Marshfield
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Webster’s Wilderness in Marshfield\nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Coordinator Steve French and Guest Host Roger Widden as we explore Webster’s Wilderness in Marshfield on Saturday\, January 10 from 10:00-11:30. Roger is a Marshfield resident who owns and operates the Whidden School of Fitness\, which focuses on martial arts. Roger is a long-time member of the Marshfield Trails Committee and knows much of the history behind the acquisition of the conservation areas. He is also an experienced trail guide and loves to be out in nature. \nWebster’s Wilderness is one of Marshfield’s Conservation properties and is located behind the Marshfield Senior Center. It covers approximately 130 acres with two miles of trails running through woodlands and wetlands. Highlights of the property include pond views\, vernal pools\, and Cherry Hill\, where Daniel Webster delivered his last public speech. \nThe walk is over woodland paths with varying elevation changes. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. \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 the Marshfield Senior Center 266 Webster St in Marshfield. Look for the NSRWA Event sign once you enter the upper parking lot. \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 website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/ \nREGISTER HERE
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SUMMARY:2026 WaterWatch Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:2026 WaterWatch Lecture Series\nZoom Presentations & Live Events\nFirst Lecture– Tuesday\, January 13\nWednesdays\, January 21 – March 4\, 2026\n7:00pm\n \nStay engaged with nature this winter with weekly presentations by a diverse range of presenters and themes. The first lecture is on Tuesday\, January 13\, and the remaining lectures are on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:00pm with a few minutes at the end for Q&A. The series begins on January 13 and ends on March 4. \nAll lectures will have in-person and Zoom options. Tune in from the comfort of your own home\, or join us live as the NSRWA and MassAudubon host the lectures from local venues or Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary. \nLectures will be recorded with videos at the bottom of this page. \nREGISTER FOR THE 2026 WATERWATCH LECTURE SERIES \nTUESDAY\, JANUARY 13 – Building the Resilience of Eelgrass Meadows from North Carolina to Maine – Live at The Raw Bar at Island Creek (Zoom available) – Join us for a kick off fundraiser at Island Creek Oysters while learning about the crucial role of eelgrass along the East Coast and its resilience in a changing climate. Eelgrass—the foundation of our coastal ecosystems—is under threat. How can it survive warming oceans and human pressures? Get the answers directly from a leading expert! We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Alyssa Novak\, Ph.D.\, a distinguished coastal ecologist and Research Assistant Professor at Boston University. With a rich academic background from the University of Virginia\, University of Rhode Island\, and the University of New Hampshire\, Dr. Novak’s research is at the forefront of understanding the structure\, function\, and resilience of coastal systems\, especially vital seagrass ecosystems. Dr. Novak will share cutting-edge insights on the essential traits that allow eelgrass to resist and recover in the face of rapidly warming oceans and how we can effectively protect and restore these critical habitats. $20 per person to attend at the Raw Bar at Island Creek\, with oysters and light fare included. Drinks and additional meals will be available for purchase. \nWednesday\, January 21 – South River: Past\, Present and Future – Live at Mass Audubon North River Sanctuary (Zoom available) – Earlier this year\, NSRWA and partners celebrated a major win: the removal of the first dam on the South River at Veterans Memorial Park in Marshfield. This transformational project is the first step in restoring the river and creating a healthier\, more resilient future for the watershed. NSRWA’s Kezia Bacon and Becky Malamut will trace the South River’s story: its history from Native American settlements to the Portland Gale\, the decade-long journey to remove the dam\, and what the future might hold for this treasured resource. See video below. \nWednesday\, January 28 – On a River: A History of the North River by Lyle Nyberg – Live at Mass Audubon’s North River Sanctuary (Zoom available) – Join the NSRWA\, Mass Audubon\, and local author Lyle Nyberg on Zoom or live at Mass Audubon’s North River Sanctuary\, 2000 Main St. in Marshfield\, as Lyle discusses his latest book\, On a River: A History of the North River Massachusetts. Listen as Lyle uncovers centuries of fascinating local history\, the river’s people and families\, environmental significance and threats\, and an outlook into the future of the state’s first and only designated Scenic and Protected Waterway. See video below.\n \nWednesday\, February 4 – Riding the Rising Tide: Hull’s Plan for a Changing Coast – Live at Mass Audubon North River Sanctuary (Zoom available) – Rising seas are reshaping our shores—Hull is diving in with creativity and collaboration. Join us to explore how a Massachusetts community is preparing for coastal change now and in the future through a combination of nature-based design\, home elevation\, and innovative wetland restoration. Town staff will share their approach and lessons learned from a multi-year planning process in Hull—the Hampton Circle Area climate adaptation roadmap. See video below. \nWednesday\, February 11 – Nature Photography with Shawn Carey – Wildlife Photography 101: Ditch the Blurry Birds! – Live at Mass Audubon North River Sanctuary (Zoom available) – Ready to level up your nature photos from “meh” to magnificent? Join seasoned photographer Shawn Carey for a crash course in the art of capturing stunning wildlife! We’re not just learning settings—we’re discovering how to genuinely observe nature\, snap share-worthy shots\, and do it all with an ethical\, eco-conscious approach. Hear hilarious stories\, see incredible pictures\, and learn professional tips for trying this hobby—even if your budget is tighter than a telephoto lens cap. Stop taking pictures all the time\, and start taking photos you’ll actually want to print and share! See video below. \nWednesday\, February 18 -Wednesday\, February 18 – Due to unfortunate circumstances\, we have to switch the upcoming lecture topic from black bears to winter raptors.  We’re staying with the local predator theme\, just changing the fauna. We still hope to see you in-person at Mass Audubon’s North River Sanctuary or on zoom for our upcoming WaterWatch Lecture: Winter Raptors of the South Shore! Join us for a fascinating exploration of the winter raptors that define our South Shore landscape. From the silent\, ghostly arrival of Arctic Snowy Owls on our beaches to the majestic return of Bald Eagles patrolling the North River\, bird expert\, local guide\, and former owner of Birds Unlimited\, Steve French will reveal how these apex predators rely on our local waterways for survival and why their presence is a vital sign of a healthy coastal ecosystem. (Photo by Lisa A. Irwin)  \n \nDue to widespread power outages\, we are postponing Wednesday’s lecture to next week. We will combine the Bogs and Fens with Mass Audubon’s Doug Lowry talk with Trivia Night at Stellwagen Brewery in Marshfield. Please join us in person or on Zoom at 7:00pm next week\, Wednesday\, March 4. Wednesday\, February 25 – Bogs and Fens with Mass Audubon’s Doug Lowry – Live at Mass Audubon North River Sanctuary (Zoom available) – Scattered amongst the better-known habitats of the Commonwealth are the little-explored regions of quaking bogs and peaty-soiled fens. Sunken in the lowest contours of the landscape\, these habitats’ unique features include carnivorous plants\, flood water absorbing sphagnum moss\, showy orchids\, and blueberries and cranberries. Because decomposition happens so slowly\, the soil and water in bogs are very acidic which creates an opportunity for specialized species to thrive. No need to travel to far away exotic places-learn where to discover the intrigue of these fascinating habitats close to home. \nWednesday\, March 4 – WaterWatch Series Trivia Night & Bogs and Fens with Mass Audubon’s Doug Lowry – Live at Stellwagen Beer Company (Zoom available) – Join us at Stellwagen Beer Company in Marshfield for a fun night of celebration and trivia. Share your knowledge of general watershed facts\, natural history and environmental topics\, and have a beer! We’ll highlight a bit of content covered throughout the 2026 WaterWatch Lecture Series. You needn’t consider yourself an expert! Register here for live event at Stellwagen Beer Company. \nREGISTER FOR THE 2026 WATERWATCH LECTURE SERIES \nSouth River: Past\, Present and Future – With NSRWA’s Kezia Bacon and Becky Malamut \n \nOn a River: A History of the North River by Lyle Nyberg \n \nRiding the Rising Tide: Hull’s Plan for a Changing Coast \n \nNature Photography with Shawn Carey – Wildlife Photography 101: Ditch the Blurry Birds! \n \nPlease enjoy these videos from past WaterWatch Lectures\nProblem to Plate – Green Crabs \n \nRainbows on the Wing: Dragonflies and Damselflies \n \nA History of the Indian Head River \n \nThe Blue Line Method: How to Catch (and Release) Wild Trout \n \nTaking Environmental Action \n \nMarine Mammals on the South Shore: Whale and Dolphin Conservation’s Marine Animal Rescue and Response Team \n \nProtecting Our Coastal Waterbirds
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – UPDATED LOCATION - Burrage Pond WMA in Hanson
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – UPDATED LOCATION \nBurrage Pond WMA in Hanson\nSaturday\, February 14\, 2026\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Coordinator Steve French as we explore Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area in Hanson on Saturday\, February 14 from 10:00-11:30. Steve is a Field Teacher for Mass Audubon where he leads walks and presentations over much of southeast Massachusetts. In addition to his Mass Audubon activity\, he leads monthly nature walks for the Hanson Library and helps with trail work for the Hanson Conservation Commission.. \nBurrage Pond WMA is a 2\,000+ acre property located in the towns of Hanson and Halifax that is managed by Mass Wildlife. It consists of forests\, ponds\, swamps\, wetlands\, brooks and retired cranberry bogs. There are many miles of trails throughout the property and connections to conservations lands in both towns as well as a little know Mass Audubon protected parcel along Stump Brook. Burrage is home to a diverse set of wildlife including bird species that are less common in Massachusetts. \nThe walk will start from the main parking lot at the intersection of Pleasant St and Hawks Ave in Hanson. We will travel over flat cranberry roads and paths with no elevation changes. Please note that the recent snow has left many trails uneven so wear appropriate winter footwear. \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 the main parking lot at the intersection of Pleasant St and Hawks Ave in Hanson (across from 413 Pleasant St). Look for the NSRWA Event sign. \nClick here for Trail Map \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 Kezia Bacon at kezia@nsrwa.org\, or visit our website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/
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SUMMARY:February Break Youth Programs
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday through Friday\, February 17-20\nMorning Session 9:30-11:30am\nAfternoon Session 1:00-3:00pm\nAges 9-13\nTransportation to activity sites provided \nLooking to get your youth off the screen and out into an adventure? The NSRWA has you covered! Activities include Geocaching\, Animal Tracking\, Survival Shelter Building\, and Capture the Flag! Morning and afternoon sessions available. Register through the links below. \nMorning Session 9:30-11:30am\nRegistration through Norwell Recreation \nAfternoon Session 1:00-3:00pm\nRegistration through Scituate Recreation
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/february-break-youth-programs/
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CATEGORIES:Outdoor Youth Program
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SUMMARY:North River Pop Up Museum
DESCRIPTION:North River Pop Up Museum\nSaturday\, March 7\n11:00am – 3:00pm\nCushing Center\, 673 Main Street\, Norwell Center \nThe North River Pop Up Museum returns this year on Saturday\, March 7! Join NSRWA and the historical societies of Norwell\, Pembroke\, Marshfield\, Scituate\, and Hanover for this collaborative event. Learn about the North River\, its history\, its heritage\, and its continuing importance today. Come see displays of original objects\, artwork\, photographs\, maps\, and other materials from public and private collections\, plus media presentations and interactive displays. \nEvent is free with suggested donation of $10 per adult
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/north-river-pop-up-museum/
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CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – UPDATED LOCATION - Duxbury Bogs\, East St\, Duxbury
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – UPDATED LOCATION \nDuxbury Bogs\, East St\, Duxbury\nSaturday\, March 14\, 2026\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Coordinator Steve French and Guest Host Deirdre Maguire as we explore Duxbury Bogs on East Street in Duxbury on Saturday\, March 14 from 10:00-11:30. Deirdre is a Client Care Specialist at the Duxbury Animal Hospital and a supporter of the North and South Rivers Watershed Association. Duxbury Bogs — also known as East Street Bogs and Loring Bogs — is a 198-acre property owned by the town of Duxbury. It features active cranberry bogs\, wetlands\, woodlands and an esker from the last ice age. There are approximately 4.5 miles of trails on the property that includes a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. \nThe walk will start from the parking lot and travel over woodland paths and cranberry farm roads. There are some elevation changes across the property. \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 174 East St in Duxbury\, 02332. Look for the NSRWA Event sign at the parking pullover. \nClick here for trail map. \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 Kezia Bacon at kezia@nsrwa.org\, or visit the volunteer page on our website.
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SUMMARY:Gardening Green Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 16 – Friday\, March 20 – Zoom lectures @ 7:00pm\nLive Expo at Kennedy’s Country Gardens on Saturday\, March 21 from 10:00am-2:00pm\nOn Saturday – New This Year – Park at Oro and Take Our Shuttle \nThe theme for this year is: Help Heal the Planet\nMost of us remember a time when windshields needed frequent cleaning from insects and yards were alive with birds and butterflies. Fields once held cocoons\, chrysalises\, and egg cases\, and backyards teemed with insect and bird life. Today\, these are far less common\, raising the question: where have all the birds and bugs gone? \nSince the 1970s\, North America has lost more than three billion birds—nearly one-third of its population. Insects\, the foundation of the food web\, have declined by over 40%\, with some regions experiencing losses of up to 75% of flying insects. A single chickadee requires nearly 9\,000 caterpillars to raise one brood; when insects disappear\, birds cannot survive. Habitat loss\, pesticide use\, and climate change are the primary drivers of these declines. \nWe can do our part to help heal the planet by making thoughtful choices at home. Planting native species that require less water and fertilizer\, avoiding pesticides and herbicides\, and creating backyard habitats for insects can make a meaningful difference. Gardens can become vital links in pollinator corridors\, helping restore ecosystems one plant choice at a time. \nZoom Presentations at 7:00pm\nMonday\, March 16 – Garden for LIFE: Using Native Plants in the Landscape to Support Wildlife – Kristen Nicholson\, Blue Stem Natives – See video below \nTuesday\, March 17 – How Can I Help? – Saving Nature With Your Yard\, Episode 2 – Doug Tallamy\, entomologist\, conservationist\, author\, and professor at the University of Delaware – See video below \nWednesday\, March 18 – Restoring Personal Ecology: How Principles of Nature Heal Our Overwhelm – Todd Breitenstein\, South Shore Permaculture/Our Grateful Garden – See video below \nThursday\, March 19 – When the Lights Go Out: The Secret World of Fireflies – Blake Dinius\, Plymouth County Extension – See video below \nFriday\, March 20 – Habit to Habitat: Transforming Landscapes into Resilient Ecosystems\, from Conception to Maintenance – Evan Abramson\, Founder and Principal of Landscape Interactions \nREGISTER FOR ZOOM PRESENTATIONS \nLive Presentations at Kennedy’s\n10:00am – The Path to the Perfect Plants – Chris Kennedy\, Owner\, Kennedy’s Country Gardens \n11:00am – Less Raking\, More Biodiversity – Lisey Good\, Founder\, Wild Cohasset \n12:00pm – Changing Forests: Beech Leaf Disease\, Emerald Ash Borer and Other Invasive Pests Affecting Our Landscapes – Abraham Monahan\, Bartlett Tree Experts \n1:00pm  – Caring for the Soil\, Making Compost and Leaving the Leaves – Jon Belber\, Holly Hill Farm \nRegister to Win Prizes!\n\nSigned copy of Doug Tallamy’s book Nature’s Best Hope\nA rain barrel from the WaterSmart program\n$50 gift card from Kennedy’s Country Gardens\n1/2 Lb. Package of Organic Plant Magic\nIn-person Ecological Garden Consultation from Blue Stem Natives ($400 Value )\nBokashi Composting System from Sustainability Project – Honduras ($110 Value)\nSaved Salad Greens Seeds – The Friends of Holly Hill Farm\nCustom Spring or Summer Outdoor Container from Doveflower Cottage Garden Designs ($100 Value)\nLifetime Subscription to Edible Southeastern Massachusetts Magazine\nSylish Bucket Hat with Wild Ones logo from Wild Ones South Shore MA\n\nREGISTER TO WIN PRIZES \nGive-aways\, Downloads\, and More\n\n$35 Special NSRWA NEW Member Deal with $25 Kennedy’s Gift Card and $10 Explore South Shore Guide Map (For NEW NSRWA members only)\nOrder your rain barrels and composters\nFREE Tree Saplings from Bartlett Tree Experts (While supplies last)\nFree native plant seeds\nFREE Edible Southeastern Massachusetts magazines\nGet your FREE Help Save Water lawn sign\nDownload our 16-page Greenscapes Guide  – With tips on how to create a beautiful healthy yard the natural way. (After filling out the online form you will be redirected to the guide.)\nFREE Help Save Water lawn signs\nWatch past Gardening Green Expo videos below\n\nExhibitors and Vendors at Kennedy’s Country Gardens on Saturday\, March 21 from 10:00am-2:00pm\n\nBobby Mac’s Mobile Knife and Tool Sharpening – Bring your tools!\nBartlett Tree Experts – Free trees!\nWaterSmart South Shore\nKennedy’s Country Gardens\nFree soil testing by the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association\nMass Audubon North River Wildlife Sanctuary\nWaterSmart Rain Barrel and Composter Sale\nBlue Stem Natives\nNSRWA Prize Wheel – Answer trivia questions and win prizes!\nTeak Sherman and Appleton Field Community Gardens\nGrow Native Teacher Resources\nSouth Shore Permaculture\nScoopy Poo and Pet Waste Survey – Take our survey and get a dog bone bag dispenser\nHolly Hill Farm\nWild Ones South Shore MA\nEdible Southeastern Massachusetts\nBokashi Composting\nPlymouth County Extension\nScituate Garden Club\nTown of Scituate Climate Resilience Planning\nBungalow Kitchen + Catering\nMisfit Farm Sourdough\nOrganic Plant Magic\nCardinal Cushing School\nBetty Greene Garden Design\n\nPlant Resources\nFrom Kennedy’s Country Gardens\, UMass\, and CZM \n\nNative Perennials for Sun\nNative Perennials for Shade\nPerennials for Pollinators and Birds\nAnnuals for Bees\, Butterflies\, Hummingbirds and Songbirds\nNative Plants for Native Pollinators\nDeer Resistant Natives\nPlants to Support At-risk Insects by Dr. Robert Gegear\nCoastal Landscaping in Massachusetts Plant List\n\nPlant and Garden Resources\nFrom Blue Stem Natives\, Doveflower Cottage\, Blake Dinius\, Doug Tallamy\, and National Wildlife Federation\, Wild Ones\, Mass DEP\, and the Buy Nothing Project \n\nWays to Honor Nature in your Home Landscape\nRoadside Plants\nEdible Plants\nShoreline Plants\nThe Battle Between Native and Invasive Plants\nThe Magic of Butterflies Resource List\nNative Plant Finder\nHomegrown National Park\nKid-Friendly Gardens – Books\nKid-Friendly Gardens – Plants\nLittle Bee Big World Resource List\nPlant and Garden Resources from Wild Ones\nThe Buy Nothing Project Can Help You Garden Green\nComposting – The Heart of Climate-Wise and Organic Gardening\nComposting is Easy\nFood Web of the Compost Pile\nHome Composting & Green Landscaping\nThe Climate Conscious Garden\n\nWant to see more programs like this? Please make a gift to the NSRWA to protect local waters. \n \n \n  \n  \n  \nThis FREE expo is sponsored by the WaterSmart program\, North and South Rivers Watershed Association\, and Kennedy’s Country Gardens. WaterSmart is a nonprofit partnership between the NSRWA and 12 towns on the South Shore: Cohasset\, Duxbury\, Hanover\, Hingham\, Hull\, Kingston\, Marshfield\, Norwell\, Pembroke\, Rockland\, Scituate and Weymouth. Our programs are based on the belief that education is key. Since its creation\, WaterSmart has educated thousands of local school-age children\, adults\, and businesses on water conservation\, stormwater pollution\, where their water comes from\, and how to care for it.  \n2026 Gardening Green Expo Videos\nGarden for LIFE: Using Native Plants in the Landscape to Support Wildlife – Kristen Nicholson\, Blue Stem Natives \n \nHow Can I Help? – Saving Nature With Your Yard\, Episode 2 – Doug Tallamy\, entomologist\, conservationist\, author\, and professor at the University of Delaware \n \nRestoring Personal Ecology: How Principles of Nature Heal Our Overwhelm – Todd Breitenstein\, South Shore Permaculture/Our Grateful Garden \n \nWhen the Lights Go Out: The Secret World of Fireflies – Blake Dinius\, Plymouth County Extension \n \nPlease Enjoy These Videos From Past Expos\nThe Magic of Butterflies – Blake Dinius\, Plymouth County Entomologist Educator \n \nPlanting for the Future: The MA Native Plant Palette – Jason Duff & Anne Carroll\, DCR Office of Water Resources \n \nLess Lawn\, More Plants! – Rebecca Warner\, Author of The Sustainable-Enough Garden \n \nHow Can I Help? Saving Nature with Your Yard – Doug Tallamy – Author\, and Founder of Homegrown National Park \n \nWays to Honor Nature in your Home Landscape – Susan Leigh Anthony\, Doveflower Cottage Garden Designs \n \nPermaculture: How to Design Resilient Systems for People and Planet – Jessica Fox\, South Shore Permaculture \n \nMyco-Gardening: Companion Planting with Culinary Mushrooms for Soil\, Compost and Human Health – Sally Rossi-Ormon\, Sally RO Outdoors \n \nEcological Justice: Identifying\, Removing and Managing Invasive Species and Restoring Ecological Balance – Samuel Mohnkern \n \nHelp for Hummingbirds – Seven Common Mistakes Gardeners and Bird Lovers Make That Harm These Amazing Birds – Lisey Good\, Founder Wild Cohasset \n \nBokashi: 30 Day Composting – Peter Swanson\, Sustainability Project – Honduras \n \nThe Secret Lives of Bugs – Blake Dinius\, Plymouth County Entomologist \n \nI Know You’re Very Busy but… I Want to Learn More About Nature Gardening – Doug Tallamy \n \nThe Nitty-Gritty of Building a Sustainable Garden – Kristen Nicholson\, Blue Stem Natives \n\, \nAchieving a Beautiful Garden with Drought Tolerant Plants – Susan Leigh Anthony\, Doveflower Cottage Garden Designs \n \nThe Joy of Composting – Turning Garbage to Gold – Ann McGovern\, Mass DEP (Retired) \n \nRain Gardens: Gardening for a Greener Future! – Brian Taylor\, NSRWA \n \nRewilding 101: Attract More Wildlife While Saving Time and Money: Step-by-step guidelines on how to let nature reclaim a tiny portion of your lawn – Lisey Good\, Wild Cohasset \n \nNibbling on Native Plants in Your Back Yard and Beyond – Russ Cohen\, Naturalist and Wild Edibles Instructor \n \nRegenerative Farming and Our Practices at Holly Hill – Jon Belber\, Holly Hill Farm \n \nProtecting Our Waters Through Gardening – Brian Taylor\, NSRWA \n \nAttract More Butterflies to Your Garden! – Lisey Good\, – Founder\, Wild Cohasset \n \nBiochar – For Healthy Plants and a Healthy Planet – Debbie Cook\, Biochar Afficionado \n \nClimate Conscious Gardening: Building Sustainable Landscapes – Kristen Nicholson\, Blue Stem Natives \n \nThe Nature of Oaks – Doug Tallamy\, Renowned author and Professor in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware \n \nBuilding Good Healthy Regenerative Soil in a Changing Climate – Jon Belber\, Holly Hill Farm \n \nComposting and Mulching for Climate-Wise Gardening – Ann McGovern\,  Compost Specialist\, Mass Dept. of Environmental Protection (Retired) \n \nThe Ecosystem Native Plants Support – Blake Dinius\, Plymouth County Entomologist \n \nThe Drought Resistant Yard: Creating Beautiful Spaces Using Native and Non-native Plants with Less Water – Susan Leigh Anthony\, Doveflower Cottage Garden Designs \n \nPollinators and Their Host Plants – Blue Stem Natives  \n \nKid-Friendly Gardens – Susan Leigh Anthony\, Doveflower Cottage Garden Designs \n \nGarden for Wildlife: Remove Invasives & Plant Natives to Help Birds\, Butterflies and Other Wild Creatures\nBy Lisey Good\, Founder\, Wild Cohasset – The Lisey Good Zoom presentation video had a conversion error\, however\, you can download the presentation and listen to the audio with the links below:\nDownload Lisey Good’s Presentation here.\nListen to Lisey Good’s Presentation here  \nThe Importance of Insects and Gardening for Native Bees – Blake Dinius\, Entomologist Educator at County of Plymouth \n \nAudubon Plants for Birds Presentation by Don Eaton\, Bower & Branch \n \nGrowing Tasty Edible Greens and Snacks – Jon Belber\, Holly Hill Farm \n \nBuilding a Rain Garden – Samantha Woods\, NSRWA \n \nComposting for Zero Waste – Ann McGovern\, Retired MassDEP Compost Specialist \n \nBackyard Birding – Doug Lowry\, Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/gardening-green-expo-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Gardening
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SUMMARY:Marsh Madness South River and Coastal Exploration Walk 2026
DESCRIPTION:Marsh Madness South River and Coastal Exploration Walk\nRexhame Beach\nSunday\, March 29\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin the NSRWA in a guided walk around the salt marshes and shores of the South River during a high tide. \nSalt marshes are critically important wetlands found along our estuaries\, coastal communities\, and ecosystems. Salt marshes\, along with dunes and barrier beaches\, work together and form our best defense against coastal storms and flooding\, as well as provide a key habitat for local wildlife. \nLearn about these important\, unique\, and often overlooked places along our rivers and coasts. Discover their history\, how have they changed over time\, and hear how they helped shape our communities. We will discuss ways we can help salt marshes and surrounding habitats continue to function as a critical part of our coastal ecosystems and how sea level rise is and will continue to impact them and us. \nThis event is FREE\, however\, registration is required. Families welcome\, no dogs please. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/marsh-madness-south-river-and-coastal-exploration-walk/
LOCATION:Rexhame Beach\, 350 Standish Street\, Marshfield\, 350 Standish St.\, Marshfield\, MA\, 02050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="North and South Rivers Watershed Association":MAILTO:lori@nsrwa.org
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SUMMARY:NSRWA Walking Club – Denham Pond in Hanover
DESCRIPTION:NSRWA Walking Club – Denham Pond in Hanover\nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026\n10:00-11:30am \nJoin Walking Club Coordinator Steve French and Chris Jacobs as we explore Denham Pond in Hanover on Saturday\, April 11 from 10:00-11:30. Chris Jacobs is the executive director of Pinewoods\, a traditional dance and music camp in Plymouth. Prior to Pinewoods\, Chris was the executive director of the South Shore Science Center in Norwell\, where she collaborated with NSRWA on many activities. We are fortunate to have her as our host for this walk as we explore vernal pools and spring ephemerals. \nThe 40-acre Denham Pond property is one of Hanover’s conservation parcels\, with 1.2 miles of trails through forest and field. In addition to the pond itself there are two vernal pools on the property that provide critical breeding habitats for wood frogs\, spotted salamanders and fairy shrimp. The walk starts at Denham Pond and follows woodland 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. \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 website at https://www.nsrwa.org/get-involved/
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/nsrwa-walking-club-denham-pond-in-hanover-2/
LOCATION:Denham Pond\, 106 Circuit St\, Hanover\, MA\, 02339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:History of the North River
DESCRIPTION:History of the North River\nWednesday\, April 15\nWillcutt Commons/Elder Affairs in Cohasset\n1:00pm \nHistory of the North River: Join Ellyn Einhorn and NSRWA for an engaging slideshow presentation on the history of the North and South Rivers. It’s happening Wednesday\, April 15 at 1pm at Willcutt Commons/Elder Affairs in Cohasset (91 Sohier Street). Free admission. No registration required.
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/history-of-the-north-river-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
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CREATED:20260326T171237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T181222Z
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SUMMARY:Beachgrass Planting at Peggotty Beach 2026
DESCRIPTION:Beachgrass Planting at Peggotty Beach 2026\nSaturday\, April 18\n10:00am to 12:00noon \nOur coast took a beating this winter. So join the North and South Rivers Watershed Association\, Scituate Beach Commission\, and Scituate Trashed on Saturday morning\, April 18 for some fun hands-on community engagement and beach rejuvenation at Peggotty Beach in Scituate! Discover why our local beaches are important\, and ways we can help keep them beautiful and healthy! Join us as we give back to this special place in our community by planting native beachgrass on the dunes! Registration is required. \nAddress: 10 Inner Harbor Rd. Scituate\, MA 02066 \nThis is a free event. All ages welcome. Great for the family. No dogs please. \nBring a trowel\, shovel\, gloves\, or spoon. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/beachgrass-planting-at-peggotty-beach-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T100000
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SUMMARY:SPRINGING TO LIFE: A Guided Vernal Pool Discovery Walk
DESCRIPTION:SPRINGING TO LIFE: A Guided Vernal Pool Discovery Walk\nSunday April 19\, 2026\n10:00-11:30am\n \nAs we turn the page to spring\, many ecosystems are beginning to emerge from a long winter. Vernal pools are unique and important habitats here on the South Shore. Also known as ephemeral wetlands\, vernal pools are seasonal wetlands that are home to many fascinating animals\, including amphibians and fairy shrimp. In fact\, some species are vernal pool obligate species\, meaning they are only found in or around vernal pools. \nJoin the NSRWA as we take a lovely walk at Denham Pond in Hanover to several vernal pools and look for the amazing life that call these special places home. \nAddress: 106 Circuit Street\, Hanover\, MA – Driveway is easy to miss. Look for the green sign indicating conservation area. Slowly drive down dirt path into grassy parking area. \nThis is a FREE event\, registration is required. Great for all ages! Families welcome. No dogs please.  \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.nsrwa.org/event/springing-to-life-a-guided-vernal-pool-discovery-walk/
LOCATION:Denham Pond\, 106 Circuit St\, Hanover\, MA\, 02339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk
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