Known for its' history of clay mining and brick production, the Stiles and Hart Conservation Area was also home to the Plymouth County Agricultural Society Fair in the early 1800s. The walk will go along varied trails to view the bordering Town River and Stiles and Hart Brick Pond. We will learn about the Town River, the brick factories and their connection to the Taunton River. Sturdy footwear recommended. No restrooms available.   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…

  The roughly 16,950 acre Hockomock Swamp with it's wetlands and water bodies make up the largest vegetated freshwater wetland system in Massachusetts.  It's wetlands and water bodies, including Lake Nippenicket, serve as the headwaters for the Town River, which flows into the Taunton River. This easy walk will lead to views of the "Nip". Like most wetlands, Hockamock Swamp is a great place to see birds and other wildlife. Waterproof footwear recommended. No restrooms available.   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 Taunton River begins at the confluence of the Town and Matfield Rivers in Bridgewater and flows 40 miles to Mount Hope Bay in Fall River. In nearby Somerset, views from the river's flow into the Bay can be discovered. We will take a close up look at small and interesting "creatures" found in a tide pool formed at the mouth of the Taunton River. This is a short walk with stones. Waterproof boots are recommended. Dress for the weather. No restrooms available.   Our guide, Ellenor Simmons, brings 32 years of state parks experience to TRWA as a former…