Join us at Pratt Farm in Middleboro, MA for an exciting guided walk with Plymouth County Extension Entomologist Blake Dinius! During a 2-mile roundtrip walk, we will learn all about the insect species that can be found in the Taunton River Watershed, what they do, where they live, and what makes them so cool! Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Free. Open to all.   Registration required! Please register online here.

Calling all families! Join us for a drop-in family program and learn all about the four super cool ways that seeds travel. We’ll examine seed samples, conduct an experiment on how seeds move, and have fun with sensory bins. Last but not least, we’ll have a story area with children’s books about seeds, flowers, and all things plants for adults and children to delight in. Family-friendly scavenger hunts and maps of Sweets Knoll will also be available for those interested in a guided walk. Wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. Free. For ages 5-12. Minors must be…

  Taunton River Watershed Alliance presents the annual Taunton River Festival!   Sunday, June 14th 11:00am - 4:00pm Weir Village Riverfront Park E. Water St. Taunton, MA   Join us for this daylong celebration of community spirit - featuring live music, children’s activities, vendors, crafters, food, and educational exhibits!   The Taunton River Festival offers an enjoyable and accessible opportunity for people of all backgrounds and ages to come together in celebration of the Wild and Scenic Taunton River, encounter the arts, shop, eat, and learn more about our precious natural resources within the Watershed.   Admission is FREE!!  …

A conversation with local artists and photographers to learn about their backgrounds, styles, inspiration, advice to beginners, and more! Registration is required - please call the Library at (508) 669-6421 to reserve your spot.

Join us for a morning of community and conversation around climate issues and solutions in the Taunton River Watershed. This informal gathering will provide a welcoming space to share feelings about climate change, how it has impacted our local communities, and engage in meaningful discussions with other community members about how we can make positive change. All are welcome to attend.This program is a collaboration between TRWA and The Wildlands Trust. Registration required. Register online here!

Join Bart Devine, local Field Naturalist and Vice President of TRWA for an informative exploration of the beaver habitat at Pratt Farm. This guided walk will provide insights into beavers, their natural environment, their ecological importance, and the challenges faced by both beavers and humans as they coexist in contemporary settings. The event is open to all ages and will involve walking up to 1.5 miles on gravel roads and forest trails. Registration required. Register online here!

Come explore the vital role that the watershed plays in our community through hands-on activities, games, and sensory-based exploration. This one-hour program invites youth ages 5–12 and their families to discover what a watershed is, meet the plants and animals that live in the Taunton River Watershed, and explore the many ways humans interact with and impact these ecosystems. Along the way, we will play interactive games, examine real biofacts, and try cool science activities, like making a “water strider” walk on water. Together, we’ll learn simple ways we can all enjoy and protect our local waterways. Come ready to…

Learn all about the tiny yet important creatures that live in our local waterways! We'll begin by discussing what a macroinvertebrate is, where we can find them, and what they do. We'll then explore live macroinvertebrates from a local waterway using magnifying glasses, ID sheets, and other helpful tools. We'll wrap up by making a caddisfly craft with recycled and natural materials for participants to take home! Registration required. Register online here!

We'll begin by learning about the monarch butterfly and its life cycle through group discussion and tactile exploration, followed by an interactive migration game. We'll wrap up with a monarchs-inspired craft that participants can take home! Registration required. Register online here!