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  • Summer Paddle on the Taunton River with Lunch

      Join TRWA and our guide John Littlefield on a summer paddle to explore the upper Taunton River and ending at Camp Titicut in Bridgewater for a campfire, hotdogs and treats. The river here is slow moving and easy to paddle. It goes through a deep forest, living up to its Wild & Scenic designation. 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…

  • Fall Paddle on the Taunton River

    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. On this stretch of river we will see signs of the past industrial age which once dominated the area.  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.  Snacks, water…

  • Annual Meeting 2025

    Bristol Agricultural School 135 Center St, Dighton, United States

                                    AGENDA- 4-5pm General Business Meeting: Welcome and President’s Report, Treasurer’s Report, Nomination and Re-election of Board of Directors and Officers, 2025 Program Recaps: Bruce Spooner Education Center & Water Quality Monitoring, Diamondback Terrapin Population Study results by Sarah Copp, Project Technician, Volunteer Recognition Awards. 5-6pm Special Presentation: Invasive Management & Habitat Restoration Many communities are faced with the rapid growth of invasive plant species. With grant funding from the Taunton River Watershed Alliance, the towns of Easton and Mansfield implemented projects to address problematic…

  • Guided Walk- Stiles & Hart

    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…

  • Guided Walk- Hockomock Swamp

      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…

  • Guided Walk- Somerset Recreation Area

      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…

  • Listening to Nature with Bioindicators

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    Gertrude Boyden Refuge 1298 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA

    Nature is always speaking to us! Join Abby at the Boyden Wildlife Refuge to discover how we can learn about the health of our ecosystems by studying something called a bioindicator: a species that signals whether environmental conditions are thriving or under stress. After discussing and exploring biofacts from several Massachusetts bioindicator species, we’ll conduct an air‑quality experiment and search for a very special bioindicator found almost everywhere in our watershed… lichen!   **Update: Main portion of the program will be held inside building at Boyden Wildlife Refuge. A shortened walk will follow due to the forecasted frigid temperatures.**  …

  • ****REGISTRATION FULL**** Guest Speaker Norman Smith: Snowy Owls to Saw-Whet Owls

    Middleborough Public Library 102 N Main St, Middleborough, MA, United States

    Since 1981, Norman Smith has spent countless days and nights, in every imaginable weather condition, observing, capturing, banding and relocating Snowy Owls at Logan International Airport. Data has been collected on roosting, hunting and behavior while on their wintering grounds. Since 2000 satellite transmitters have been attached to owls to learn more about their movements. Find out what has been learned to date, what questions remain and how this project developed to include research on Saw-whet Owls. ****REGISTRATION FULL*****  

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  • Guided Walk: Seeking the Hidden Signs of Wildlife

    Canoe River Preserve Red Mill Rd, Norton, MA, United States

    Join us at Canoe River Preserve in Norton, MA for a guided walk with Ellenor Simmons! During a 2.2 mile-roundtrip forest walk, we will look for hidden signs of wildlife.  Free parking is available in front of a gate on Red Mill Road, which is a dirt road between 55 and 75 Newland Street. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, bring a water bottle, and get ready for a morning of fun in nature! Registration required.

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  • Guided Walk: The Taunton River in Winter

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    Heritage State Park 1 Central St., Fall River, MA

    Join us at Heritage State Park in Fall River, MA for a guided walk with Ellenor Simmons! We will watch the wildlife on the river and learn about how the waterfront has changed in the past 40 years. The walk will begin along the boardwalk and move upriver to Bicentennial Park. Restrooms are available in the Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Free parking is available in the Battleship Cove parking lot at 1 Central Street in Fall River. This guided walk is 2.2 miles roundtrip, with benches and a scenic viewing area along the boardwalk.   Registration required.  Please fill…