NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent At NSRWA, we have been working steadily behind the scenes, expanding the Get Outdoors section of our website. It now features 300 detailed listings of local places to hike, paddle, fish, and otherwise enjoy the outdoors! In 2021, we added 47 properties from Braintree to Brockton to Plymouth. See below […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent As beautiful as the woods may be, forest trails are not everyone’s preference. The terrain can be challenging and unpredictable. For many, pavement has more appeal. You might be pushing a stroller, operating a wheelchair, or walking with an assistive device… or perhaps you’re just in the mood for an […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent This month we’re shining a spotlight on the Jones River watershed — a next-door neighbor to the North and South Rivers, and the Jones River Watershed Association, our partner and ally in protecting, restoring, and enhancing our local natural resources. The Jones River finds its source at Silver Lake, as […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent Some trails are well marked. There are signs, and often maps, and large parking lots to direct your attention to an otherwise unassuming path into the woods. And then there are the secret trails — the ones that are just-as-much open to the public, but more challenging to find. Today […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent Not every nature walk has to last an hour, or require special footwear. Sometimes all you need — or have time for — is a quick excursion. From forests to meadows to rail trails and paved pathways, the South Shore abounds with opportunities for short walks, often on fully-accessible terrain. […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent August is the perfect month for watching sunsets. The days are long, and — most of the time, at least — the temperature outdoors at dusk is relatively comfortable. But where to go? We’ve compiled a list of beautiful spots that are worth your consideration — places that feature water […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent A century ago, the landscape of the South Shore was predominantly agricultural. Farmland was the norm, with commercial areas scattered here and there among the fields and pastures. It’s astonishing how much can change in 100 years! These days, visiting an agricultural property can feel like a step back in […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent It’s June, and summer is just around the corner. We’ve already had some hot days, and the water is now starting to warm up. It’s paddling season! Time to pull your kayak, canoe or paddleboard out of storage! Whether you’d prefer a river, a pond, or the open water, there […]
NATURE by Kezia Bacon, Correspondent We are so fortunate, here on the South Shore, to have hundreds of public parks and trails where we can enjoy nature. Beaches, ponds, and rivers,…. farms, forests, and fens,… marshes and bogs, rocky ledges and meandering streams. It can feel overwhelming, trying to decide where to explore next. This […]
This submission is an excerpt from the introduction of a book Paul F. McCarthy is writing about uncovering the past in the North River valley, a journey of discovery. Living and working in the North River Valley for fifty years, I have never lost my curiosity about the first settlers from England and their descendants […]