Veterans Memorial Bicentennial Park was dedicated in 1976 to commemorate the bicentennial of the United States. It holds historical significance for the Fall River community. The park is a tribute to the men and women from Fall River who served in the armed forces from the Revolutionary War to the present day. Enjoy a stroll along the riverfront boardwalk to discuss Fall River's cultural and natural history with a focus on the Taunton River's fresh and salt water mix.  We will walk past the Memorials towards the Heritage Park. The trail is flat, making it perfect for strollers, wheelchairs and…

Join TRWA and our guide John Littlefield on a fall paddle to explore the foliage and wildlife found on the banks of the Taunton River. We will park and put-in at the Berkley Bridge Village Heritage Park and paddle to the Three Mile River and back. Bring your own boat, paddles and life jacket.  Participants must be able to paddle for 3 hours and know how to swim. First time paddlers and families welcome! Children 14 and over may paddle solo if they are experienced, while younger children must enjoy the ride with an adult. Signed waivers will be required. …

  Join us as our guide Ellenor Simmons leads a walk through a small section of the Bay Circuit Trail & Greenway at Borderland State Park.  This site far from the park's entrance will take us along the unfamiliar Dead Swamp Pond. We will learn about the pond's formation, the history of the property and visit an aging Hemlock grove. No restrooms. Sturdy footwear recommended. Our guide, Ellenor Simmons, brings 32 years of state parks experience to TRWA as a former Southcoast Field Operations Team Leader and park supervisor with the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation. In her retirement,…

  Join Ellenor Simmons for an easy walk to explore the Weir Village Riverfront Park in Taunton. This park boarders the Taunton River on two sides, West Water Street and East Water Street.  View the newly renovated park while learning the history of both the Taunton River and this neighborhood.  Our guide, Ellenor Simmons, brings 32 years of state parks experience to TRWA as a former Southcoast Field Operations Team Leader and park supervisor with the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation. In her retirement, she enjoys leading walks and volunteering with our Diamondback Terrapin Population Research Project Limited to…