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SUMMARY:Emmet Woods Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:Alan Emmet & family at Mass Audubon’s 2016 Emmet Woods trail opening day!\n Dick Emmet – environmentalist\, lawyer & teacher – protected acres of land in Westford through gifts of land to Mass Audubon and via conservation restrictions\nJoin Trust director Gerry DiBello on a walk through Emmet Woods. Park at the Mass Audubon lot across from 29 Banbury Drive. After crossing 225\, explore the trails built by Dick and Alan Emmet. Stare into Cave Rock\, admire the Folly\, enjoy the bench set apart by columns. The trails are not challenging\, but comfortable shoes are suggested. Please note that pets are not allowed. \n*Mass Audubon Nashoba Brook Wildlife Sanctuary’s trail system expanded to include Emmet Woods (across Route 225) in 2017 thanks to the generosity of the Emmet family. \n 
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/emmet-woods-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Nashoba Brook Parking – rte 225\, 197 MA-225\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T090000
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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Location: Trailside Way parking area\, Westford MA \nJoin Westford Conservation Trust birder Lenny Palmer for an early morning ramble at Westford’s birding “hot spot”\, Emmet Conservation Land. We will search Nashoba Pond and wetland areas on Town and 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. Park 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-7/
LOCATION:Trailside Way (Town Parking Area)\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T103000
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SUMMARY:Kissacook Hill Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust Director Rich Strazdas for a hike on the third highest point in Westford (416 ft). Enjoy a fun hike along the almost mile long trail behind the Day School. \nParts of the trail are steep\, but footing is good. There are benches along the way. See if you can spot the fading red numbers that mark native flora. \nPark at Norman E. Day School\, 75 E Prescott St. \nSociable dogs on leash are welcome. Walk is free of charge\, no sign up required. For more information\, call Rich at 508-340-8775.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/kissacook-hill-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Kissacook Hill Trail\, 75 E Prescott St\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220155Z
UID:1698-1714309200-1714314600@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:The Stone Arch Bridge - (NOTE: date and time changed due to rescheduled Town Meeting)
DESCRIPTION:Join Bill Harman for a walk to the Stone Arch Bridge\, one of the largest and oldest railroad bridges built entirely of huge granite blocks without mortar. The bridge spans Stony Brook and is one of Westford’s most important historic sights. There is a large beaver dam here\, and numerous waterfowl. The trail is mostly flat and easy to walk. Meet Bill at the parking area on Cold Spring Rd. For more information call Bill: 603-533-0325.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/the-stone-arch-bridge-note-date-and-time-changed-due-to-rescheduled-town-meeting/
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:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220155Z
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SUMMARY:A Walk at Greystone Pond
DESCRIPTION:Westford Conservation Trust President\, Rich Strazdas will lead a walk around Greystone Pond and its associated trails. This is a good birding area in the spring. The area is fairly flat\, but may be muddy in places. Meet Rich at the parking lot for the Greystone Recreation Area . There is a sign on Russell’s Way for the driveway to the parking lot. For more information\, call Rich at 508-340-8775.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-at-greystone-pond/
LOCATION:Greyston Recreation area off Russell’s Way\, 15 Russells Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220155Z
UID:1696-1712998800-1713004200@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Saturday\, April 13\, 9-10:30 a.m. A Walk on the Emmet Land
DESCRIPTION:This walk will be led by premier birder Len Palmer. The Emmet Land is a conservation area of several hundred acres of woods and streams\, and surrounds a large pond. and one of the best birding areas in Westford. The area is hilly and rocky; wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet Len at the parking area near the end of Texas Rd. For more information\, call Len at: 978-392-9876
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/saturday-april-13-9-1030-a-m-a-walk-on-the-emmet-land/
LOCATION:End of Texas Rd\, 98 Texas Rd\, Westford\, Ma\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T091000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T211000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220155Z
UID:1695-1712826600-1714425000@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Westford Climate Action Events - Earth Month 2024 (updated)
DESCRIPTION:earth month flyer 2024 Rev6
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/westford-climate-action-events-earth-month-2024-updated/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T103000
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UID:1694-1712394000-1712399400@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:A Walk at O'Brien Farm
DESCRIPTION:  \nSpringtime at O’Brien Farm\nJoin Gerry DiBello for a walk at the historic O‚ÄôBrien farmstead on Vose Rd. The trail leads through woods and fields\, by a pond and wetlands\, where birds abound. O‚ÄôBrien Farm has been permanently preserved by owner Charlie McColough. The farm has been owned by four generations of the O‚ÄôBrien Family since 1886 with a 19th century barn\, classic rock walls\, and a streetscape reminiscent of the 1880s\, the property is also an historic treasure. In 2013\, 23 acres of the private land was protected under a conservation restriction held jointly by the Town of Westford and the Sudbury Valley Trustees (SVT). \nWalking is mostly flat and easy. Park at the farm or along the road in front. Folks can also park along Steeplechase Circle if needed. There will be a short talk about the farm‚Äôs history by Mr McColough. For more information\, call Gerry at: 978-692-9137 \n 
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-at-obrien-farm/
LOCATION:O’Brien Farm\, Vose Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T103000
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UID:1692-1709370000-1709375400@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Stepinski Conservation Land - Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Trust Director Gerry DiBello 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. 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 \n¬†
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/stepinski-conservation-land-guided-hike/
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:20240224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
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UID:1693-1708783200-1708788600@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Invasives: ID and Removal
DESCRIPTION:SVT’s Jane Maloney will cover common invasive plant and insect species in Massachusetts. Attendees will learn what defines a species as ‚Äúinvasive\,‚Äù how to identify them\, and how to manage them in their backyards or wherever they‚Äôre stewarding the land. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Middlesex Conservation District\, SVT\, and SuAsCo CISMA. \nRegistration is through the Middlesex Conservation District at this link – https://svtprograms.funraise.org/ \nBackyard Invasives: ID and Removal
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/backyard-invasives-id-and-removal/
LOCATION:Maynard Public Library\, 77 Nason St\, Maynard\, Ma\, 01754
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220139Z
UID:1691-1706950800-1706956200@wct.slewis.org
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/
LOCATION:Stony Brook Conservation Land\, 66 Depot St\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T190000
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UID:1690-1705604400-1705604400@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Westford Climate Action: Solar Energy 101
DESCRIPTION:Westford Climate Action (WCA) presents “Neighbor to Neighbor: Solar Energy 101\,” a free\, in-person and online event on Thursday\, January 18\, at 7:00 pm\, at the J. V. Fletcher Library\, 50 Main Street\, Westford. \nThe evening will include a comprehensive overview of rooftop solar systems by a WCA member as well as Westford residents sharing their experiences with going solar. \nA Q&A will follow. \nTopics covered will include: \n\nhow solar panels work\ncomponents of a home solar system\nbackup batteries and solar\nsolar system energy production\nhow home solar saves money\navailable tax credits\nbuying vs. renting a solar system\, from initial quotes to an operational system\n\nThis seminar is also sponsored by the Westford Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee\, Westford’s Sustainability Coordinator and the J. V. Fletcher Library. \nFor online registration\, please click here. \nOr go to WestfordClimateAction.org/events/ \nNo registration is needed for in-person attendance at the library.
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/westford-climate-action-solar-energy-101/
LOCATION:J.V. Fletcher Library\, 50 Main St\, Westford\, Ma\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220124Z
UID:1689-1704535200-1704540600@wct.slewis.org
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. Park at the end of Trailside Way\, off Powers Rd\, in the town parking area off the cul-de-sac. Walks are free of charge\, no sign up required. For further information\, call 978-692-9137 or email us: info@westfordconservationtrust.org\nGoogle Maps hike location \n**Please check our website for any cancellations or changes due to weather
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/emmet-conservation-land-guided-hike-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Way (Town Parking Area)\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220124Z
UID:1688-1701507600-1701513000@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Grassy Pond Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy late fall and get outside! Grassy Pond is a lovely little wooded conservation area\, owned by the Town since 1971 and managed by the Westford Conservation Commission. This nearly round\, shallow pond may be a glacial kettle hole. It has no inlet or outlet\, is fed by ground water\, and occasionally dries up in late summer or fall. \nCome join Trust President Rich Strazdas as we walk around the pond and also explore other areas such as the side trail to Nutting Rd.  The trail is fairly level. \nWalks are free of charge\, no sign up required. Sociable dogs on leash are welcome. \nFor further information\, call Rich at 508-340-8775
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/grassy-pond-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Grassy Pond\, 28 Plain Rd (approx)\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220124Z
UID:1687-1699088400-1699093800@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Sassafras Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take an enjoyable winter walk on the Sassafras Trail\, led by Westford Conservation Trust Director Gerry DiBello.\nThe trail is a bit rugged and steep in places. Wear sturdy footwear appropriate to the weather. We will walk by an historic quarry on the way out to Tenney Road and stop at the glacial erratic known as “House” and “Barn” on the way back. Bring hiking poles if you like. \nPark at the end of Sawmill Road at the Sassafras Trailhead (near 18 Sawmill Road if using GPS). \nDirections: Take North Hill Rd off of Tyngsborough Rd. Turn right onto Hidden Valley Rd.then take left onto Sawmill Rd. \nWalk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For more information call Gerry at 978-692-9137
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/sassafras-trail-hike-3/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220124Z
UID:1686-1696669200-1696674600@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Cider Mill Pond Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Westford Conservation Trust director Gerry DiBello who will lead a walk through the Cider Mill Pond/Adams Land Conservation area. \nWe will check out the newest Adams land\, stop at the top of Little Tadmuck hill and have a look at the “Indian Grinding Stone” with a suggestion of what caused this interesting hole in the granite. \nThis walk is appropriate for all ages\, but area is not suitable for strollers. Sociable dogs on leash welcome. \nParking at Cider Mill entrance on Lowell Road. For further information call Gerry at 978-692-9137
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/cider-mill-pond-hike-3/
LOCATION:Cider Mill Pond Conservation Land\, 54 Lowell Rd\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220124Z
UID:1685-1694854800-1694860200@wct.slewis.org
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 Greystone recreation area off Russell’s Way. Turn off Groton Road onto Russell’s Way and then right just after the second bridge. \nWalk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For further information call Gerry at 978-692-9137
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/greystone-pond-guided-hike/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220109Z
UID:1684-1688806800-1688812200@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:A Walk to the Stone Arch Bridge
DESCRIPTION:This walk will be led by Gerry DiBello\, and will run rain or shine. The trail is easy and mostly flat.\nIt leads to the beautiful Stone Arch Bridge\, a stone railroad bridge built over Stony Brook in\n1872 of stone blocks without mortar. Meet at the Stone Arch Bridge sign and parking area\non Coldspring Rd. Walk is free of charge\, and no sign-up is required. \nFor further information call Gerry at 978-692-9137 \n 
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-to-the-stone-arch-bridge/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220109Z
UID:1683-1685782800-1685788200@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:A Walk to Mystery Spring
DESCRIPTION:This walk will be led by Trust Director Gerry DiBello\, and will run rain or shine. The trail offers views of glacial eskers and wetlands that are abundant with wildlife in spring. Mystery Spring has been known since at least 1855. \nPark and meet Gerry at the cul-de-sac at the end of Dana Drive (see map). \nWalk is free of charge and no sign-up is required. For more information\, contact Gerry at 978-692-9137
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-to-mystery-spring/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220109Z
UID:1681-1683963000-1683968400@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Spring Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Westford Conservation Trust birder Lenny Palmer for an early morning ramble at Westford‚Äôs birding ‚Äúhot spot‚Äù\, 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-6/
LOCATION:Emmet Conservation at Trailside Way\, 7 Trailside Way\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220109Z
UID:1682-1683792000-1683799200@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:Spring Migration Bird Walk - MinuteMan National Park
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Minute Man National Park \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023 \n8:00 a.m. ‚Äì 10:00 a.m. \nMinute Man National Historical Park \nFree\, registration is required \nJoin the Friends of Minute Man National Park for a spring bird walk! For many bird watchers\, spring migration is the most exciting time of the year. We will observe birds in their colorful breeding plumage\, listen to their songs\, and learn which are passing through on their way north and which will stay to nest right at Minute Man National Historical Park. We‚Äôll take a one-mile stroll through the park with bird expert Kathy Dia to see and hear some of these beautiful visitors as they court and fuel up for their journey north. \nRegistration is required as limited spots are available. Registration will open on April 27\, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.  \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Friends of Minute Man\, Minute Man National Historical Park\, and Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area Hidden Treasures. Bird photography courtesy of Kathy and Jay Dia. \nVisit website to register – https://friendsofminuteman.org/events/#spring-bird-2023
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/spring-migration-bird-walk-minuteman-national-park/
LOCATION:Minute Man National Historical Park\, to be announced\, Concord\, MA
CATEGORIES:Area Event (not operated by WCT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T134317
CREATED:20260322T220109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220109Z
UID:1680-1682758800-1682764200@wct.slewis.org
SUMMARY:A Walk on the Peace Trail
DESCRIPTION:As part of celebrating Earth Month\, this walk will be led by trust board member Gerry DiBello\, and will run rain or shine. The trail offers a lovely andeasy walk close to the center of town. The trail runs along the top of glacial eskers throughwetlands that are abundant with wildlife in the spring.  \nMeet Gerry at the trailhead at the end of Drew Crossing (off of Providence Rd).Gerry’s phone: 978–692–9137
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-on-the-peace-trail/
LOCATION:Peace Trail at Drew Crossing\, Drew Crossing\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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SUMMARY:A Walk along Beaver Brook
DESCRIPTION:As part of our celebration of Earth Month\, this walk will be led by trust president Rich Strazdas\, and will run rain or shine. The trail offers a lovely andeasy walk along Beaver Brook and around Round Island. The Beaver Brook area provides a great variety of wildlife to enjoy. You might want to bring binoculars!Meet Rich at the end of Buckingham Drive (between #15 & #17). Rich’s cell phone: 508–340–8775
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-walk-along-beaver-brook/
LOCATION:Beaver Brook via Buckingham Circle\, 15 Buckingham Circle\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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SUMMARY:A Guided Hike on Burns Hill
DESCRIPTION:As part of our month long celebration of Earth Month\, the Westford Conservation Trust will be hosting a guided hike on Saturday\, April 15th. This walk will be led by trust board member Lenny Palmer\, and will run rain or shine. The trail runs over three hills\, is steep in places and moderately strenuous. The trail overlooks Vine Brook\, and a large marshwhich features an impressive heron rookery. Meet Len at the trailhead on Rome Drive. Len’s phone: 978–392–9876 \nSee more guided walks for the rest of April here
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/a-guided-hike-on-burns-hill/
LOCATION:Burn’s Hill Loop Trail\, Rome Drive\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Guided Walk
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Wildlife in an Era of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Westford Climate Action program co-sponsored by the Westford Conservation Trust \nMonday\, April 10\, 2023\, @ 7 pm\nThe evidence is clear: Climate change is here! What does this mean for our native flora and fauna?   And what can one homeowner really do to mitigate a global crisis? Trevor Smith will talk about how our plant choices and simply changing the way we maintain our properties can make a difference in our local ecology.  Trevor makes it clear that the power to slow or stop climate change does not rest solely in the hands of the government. We can all make a difference. His presentation will leave you inspired and empowered to take action. \nTrevor Smith is Design and Education Manager at Weston Nurseries in Massachusetts.  He is passionate about the natural world which inspires his commitment to sustainable landscaping practices in an era of climate change. \nRegister Now on the Westford Climate Action website at https://westfordclimateaction.org/events/
URL:https://wct.slewis.org/event/gardening-for-wildlife-in-an-era-of-climate-change/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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