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SUMMARY:A Walk on the Acker Land
DESCRIPTION:Mark Minnucci will lead this lovely walk along Stony Brook. Walk is easy and mostly flat. Birds may be spotted on the brook and in the forest. Park near the Stony Brook Conservation Land sign on Depot St.\, near the railroad crossing. Mark will meet you there. Questions\, email us at info@westfordconservationtrust.org
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-on-the-acker-land/
LOCATION:Acker-Dean-DeSilva Land\, 1 Plain Rd\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T103000
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SUMMARY:A Walk at O'Brien Farm
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Earth Month\, Rich Strazdas will lead a walk at O’Brien Farm on Vose Rd. Land is hilly; a mixture of pasture and forest. Wildlife abounds. Park at the dedicated lot on Vose Rd. Nearest address is 1 Steeplechase Circle. For questions call Rich at: 508-340-8775
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-at-obrien-farm-2/
LOCATION:O’Brien Farm\, Vose Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T103000
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SUMMARY:A Walk to the Stone Arch Bridge
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Earth Month\, Len Palmer will lead a walk along an abandoned rail trail over Westford’s iconic Stone Arch Bridge. The bridge was built in 1872 entirely of granite blocks without aid of mortar. It spans Stony Brook\, where nice views of waterfowl and a beaver dam are seen. Walk is flat. Meet Len at the Stone Arch Bridge sign and parking area on Coldspring Rd. Call Len at 978-392-9876 with any questions.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-to-the-stone-arch-bridge-2/
LOCATION:Stone Arch Bridge Parking Area\, 115 Cold Spring Rd\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
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SUMMARY:A Walk to East Boston Camps from Stony Brook School
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Earth Month\, Bill Harman will lead a walk to East Boston Camps from its northern entrance near the Stony Brook School. Walk is hilly. Park at the Stony Brook School parking area\, where Bill will meet you. There will be nice views of Stony Brook\, Burge’s Pond\, and forest. Wildlife abounds. For questions\, call Bill at 603-533-4095.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-to-east-boston-camps-from-stony-brook-school/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T090000
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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust birder Lenny Palmer for an early morning ramble at Westford’s birding “hot spot”\, Emmet Conservation Land. We will search Nashoba/Kennedy Pond and wetland areas on Town and Mass Audubon conservation lands for returning migrants and nesting resident birds. Bring binoculars and wear sturdy shoes as land can be rocky and hilly in places. No dogs please. \nPark in the Town parking lot at the end of Trailside Way off Powers Road. \nWalk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For more information\, contact Lenny at 978-392-9876
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/spring-bird-walk-8/
LOCATION:Emmet Conservation at Trailside Way\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T103000
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SUMMARY:Veterans Memorial Complex and Stony Brook Conservation Land Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore some newly mapped trails behind Stony Brook Middle School with Trust president Rich Strazdas. We will see unique views of Keyes Brook\, walk across Westford’s Little Stone Arch Bridge\, and see a large glacial erratic. There will be some steep sections with good footing\, so have comfortable footwear for varied terrain. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. Park at the Stony Brook athletic field on Farmer Way. Send questions to info@westfordconservationtrust.org.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/veterans-memorial-complex-and-stony-brook-conservation-land-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
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SUMMARY:Greystone Pond Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust director Gerry DiBello for a hike through this lovely\nconservation land adjacent to Greystone Pond. \nWear sturdy footwear appropriate to the weather. Area is mostly flat but uneven. \nThis walk is appropriate for all ages\, but area is not suitable for strollers. Sociable dogs on leash welcome. \nPark at the Rita Miller School parking lot\, 1 Mitchell Way\, Westford.¬† Gerry will lead the group from there as the Greystone parking area will be busy with cars for that morning’s pickleball games. \nWalk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For further information contact us as info@westfordconservationtrust.org
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/greystone-pond-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Rita E. Miller Elementary School\, 1 Mitchell Way\, Westford\, Ma\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T113000
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Walk with Jonathan Kranz
DESCRIPTION:Explore the hidden secrets of our forests\, the fungi that emerge as delicious\, deadly\, or merely delightful mushrooms. Join Jonathan Kranz as he teaches safe and responsible foraging methods. Along the way\, discover the most delectable edibles\, the deadliest toxics\, and simply the most beautiful mushrooms our region of New England can provide. You’ll learn the basics of identification\, the strange lifestyles of fungi\, and the tips and secrets to happy mushroom hunting. \nJonathan Kranz is a MA Audubon Certified Field Naturalist who leads mushroom walks and talks for libraries\, land trusts\, clubs\, and other interest groups in southern New England. He currently serves as vice president of the oldest mushroom club in North America\, the Boston Mycological Club\, and is a board member of the Pioneer Valley Mycological Association. He lives with his family in a former funeral home in Ayer\, where he is chair of the Planning Board. \nPlease Sign Up Here in case we need to contact you as the date or location may change due to mushroom habitat conditions\, or check back before the walk for any updates!
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/mushroom-walk-with-jonathan-kranz/
LOCATION:Trailside Way (Town Parking Area)\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T103000
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SUMMARY:A Walk on the Sassafras Trail
DESCRIPTION:Trail Description: Take an enjoyable fall walk on the Sassafras Trail\, led by Westford Conservation Trust Director Gerry DiBello. The trail is a bit rugged and steep in places. Wear sturdy footwear appropriate to the weather. We will stop by the glacial erratics known as “House” and “Barn” during the walk. Bring hiking poles if you like. Walk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. Sociable dogs on a leash are welcome. \nLocation & Parking: Parking at the end of Sawmill Road at the Sassafras Trailhead (near 18 Sawmill Rd if using GPS). Directions: Take North Hill Rd off of Tyngsboro Rd. Turn right onto Hidden Valley Rd. then take left onto Sawmill Rd to trailhead at end of road.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-on-the-sassafras-trail/
LOCATION:End of Sawmill Rd\, 18 Sawmill Rd\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
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SUMMARY:Stepinski Conservation Land Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Trust VP Mark Minnucci for a hike around the town’s 110 acre Stepinski parcel in Graniteville. With 1.6 miles of shoreline\, mixed forest\, a town well\, and an undeveloped riparian ecosystem\, we can enjoy a scenic panorama view of Stony Brook at several locations along the trail. Some steep places require good footwear and/or hiking poles. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. Parking access is via a signed (‚ÄúAmerican Legion Field‚Äù) driveway between 13 and 17 River Street. Park in the lot at the end of the drive\, on the left. For more information\, email us at info@westfordconservationtrust.org
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/stepinski-conservation-land-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Near 13 River St\, Graniteville – American Legion Fields\, Near 13 River St\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T103000
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SUMMARY:Snake Meadow Hill Guided Hike from Allie Lane
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust president Rich Strazdas to explore one of Westford’s high points and the quarries dotting this hill. The hike runs Saturday\, December 6 from 9:00 to about 10:30\, and begins at the end of Allie Lane off route 40. Good walking shoes/hiking boots are recommended for this moderate uphill route. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. For further information\, please contact info@westfordconservationtrust.org.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/snake-meadow-hill-guided-hike-from-allie-lane/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T103000
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SUMMARY:Emmet Conservation Land - Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:With over 500 acres of protected open space\, the Emmet Conservation Land and Mass Audubon’s Nashoba Brook Sanctuary provide miles of trails to enjoy. Join Trust member Gerry DiBello as we explore some of the trails in the winter silent season. We recommend microspikes or equivalent attached to your footwear\, depending on conditions. Hiking poles may also be helpful. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. Walks are free of charge\, no sign up required. \nParking: Park at the end of Trailside Way\, off Powers Rd\, in the town parking area off the cul-de-sac. \nFor further information\, email us: info@westfordconservationtrust.org
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/emmet-conservation-land-guided-hike-4/
LOCATION:Trailside Way (Town Parking Area)\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
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CREATED:20251211T050938Z
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SUMMARY:Test Event 1
DESCRIPTION:Test event. Please delete before launch.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/test-event-1/
LOCATION:The Roudenbush Community Center\, 65 Main St\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T103000
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SUMMARY:Stony Brook Conservation Land - Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust director Gerry DiBello who will lead a walk through the Stony Brook Conservation Land / East Boston Camps.\nWe will check out this 286 acre parcel purchased by the town in 2005. It is bounded by two streams\, has glacial eskers\, and a central pond\, all with wonderful views. \nThis walk is appropriate for all ages\, but walk is hilly and rocky in places. Wear hiking type footwear appropriate to the weather*. \nMeet at the main parking area off of Depot St\, past RR tracks.  Sociable dogs on leash welcome. \nWalk is free of charge\, and no sign-up is required.\nFor more information email us at info@westfordconservationtrust.org \n*Depending on weather conditions like ice/snow\, consider microspikes or equivalent attached to your footwear. Hiking poles may also be helpful.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/stony-brook-conservation-land-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Stony Brook Conservation Land\, 66 Depot St\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T235900
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SUMMARY:PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/please-note-this-event-has-been-cancelled/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T200000
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SUMMARY:All About Bats!!
DESCRIPTION:Come listen to Mass Audubon expert Lindsay Neubeck-Brooks talk about the ecological importance of bats. \nRefreshments will be served. \nVisit the Carlisle Environmental Sustainability Committee website for details. \nWhere? Hollis Room\, Gleason Public Library\, 22 Bedford Rd\, Carlisle\, MA
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/all-about-bats/
LOCATION:Gleason Public Library\, 22 Bedford Rd\, Carlisle\, Ma\, 01741
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
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SUMMARY:EARTH MONTH HIKES - Beaver Brook Trails Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the first of four April 2026 Earth Month hikes\, sponsored by Westford Climate Action and Westford Conservation Trust. Please join Trust director Gerry DiBello who will explore the Beaver Brook trails from the end of Buckingham Drive. Trail highlights include raised earth features created by nature and by man that rise above Beaver Brook. Learn how Westford was shaped into the landforms we’ve come to admire. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. Your trail guide will meet you at the Buckingham Drive trailhead. The walk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For more information\, email us at info@westfordconservationtrust.org \nParking: End of Buckingham Drive\nTrail Entrance: Between #15 and #17 Buckingham Drive.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/earth-month-hikes-beaver-brook-trails-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
CREATED:20260216T140410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T140410Z
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SUMMARY:April Vacation Day Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an engaging way to spend school break? Kids in grades K–4 are invited to join us at Sheep Hill for a 5-day adventure exploring how animals greet the spring season! \n When: Monday\, April 20\, 2026 – April 24\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\n Where: Sheep Hill\, 671 Cold Spring Road\, Williamstown\, MA 01267 \nRegistration opens for members the week after Thanksgiving\, 2025. Registration for non-members\, if there are spots\, will open in mid-December. \nThis is an all-weather program\, and kids will enjoy outdoor activities rain\, snow\, or shine. However\, Williamstown Rural Lands reserves the right to delay or cancel programming if weather conditions are deemed unsafe. A light snack will be provided daily. Please plan to pack lunch for your camper. \nFinancial Aid\nFinancial aid is available to families who demonstrate a need\, offered on a first-come\, first-serve rolling basis. For questions or to apply\, please email the programs director: \nprograms@rurallands.org \n__________________________________________________________________________ \nProgram location \nSheep Hill (671 Cold Spring Rd.\, Williamstown) is the office location for Williamstown Rural Lands. Kids programs will meet in the Dietze Interpretive Center\, a refurbished dairy barn\, or the Rosenburg Room\, an indoor classroom space in the farmhouse. Programs are mostly outdoors except for extremeweather. Outdoor spaces include our Nature Cabin exploration center\, Josiah’s Pond\, Hemlock Brook\, and all the fields and hedgerow forests at Sheep Hill.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/april-vacation-day-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Sheep Hill\, 671 Cold Spring Rd\, Williamstown\, MA\, 01267\, United States
CATEGORIES:Especially for Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T070000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
CREATED:20260322T215924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T215924Z
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SUMMARY:Hiking Trails of Westford Award Program
DESCRIPTION:https://wct.slewis.org/hiking-badges-rich-strazdas/
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/hiking-trails-of-westford-award-program/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171214
CREATED:20260322T215954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220924Z
UID:1657-1798707600-1798713000@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trail Steward Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our Tuesday Morning Trail Steward Group! \nOngoing ‚ on different trails every Tuesday. \nStart time 9AM \nTrail Group Leader – Tom Jrolf \nSignup here to get on the Tuesday Morning Trail Group listing (so you know where the location will be that week)
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/tuesday-trail-steward-group/
LOCATION:Ma
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Program
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