Come learn about the monarch butterfly and its life cycle! We’ll talk all about where monarchs live, what they do, and why they play an important role in our local watershed! We’ll explore tactile monarch biofacts, play an interactive migration game, and wrap up with a craft that participants can take home! For ages 5-12. Registration required. Register online here!

Join us to learn about water quality in the Taunton River Watershed! We'll be joined by a panel of local stakeholders who will walk attendees through how water quality is measured and how to make sense of the data in engaging, easy to understand presentations. Afterwards, visit the interactive stations, each offering hands-on activities that highlight different aspects of water quality monitoring and the science behind it. For ages 8+. Hosted in collaboration with the Friends of Dighton Rock and DCR. No registration required. We hope to see you there!

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!

Join us at Picone Farm in Middleboro, MA for an exciting guided walk with Plymouth County Extension Entomologist Blake Dinius! During a 1.5-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. Registration required. Register here!

Learn to Fish with TRWA, MassWildlife, & DCR Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Now’s your chance, let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics, from casting out, to baiting up, and the best part - you’ll be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun! Pre-registration is required. Please note: This is not a kids only program, but an all-inclusive fishing clinic for anyone of any age…

Join us for an afternoon of community and environmental action at Taunton High School! We’ll meet in the parking lot and spend the afternoon cleaning up litter around the campus. Safety vests, trash bags, gloves, and litter pickers will be provided. Registration required. Register here!

October is such a beautiful time of year! What better way to spend a Saturday morning than capturing the beauty of early fall with like-minded folks? Bring a camera or a smartphone with a camera built in and join us for a morning of fall foliage photography at the Tattapanum Trail in Fall River. This program is open to photographers of all ages and abilities! Hosted in collaboration with the Trustees of Reservations. Dress appropriately for the weather. Long pants, sturdy shoes, and insect repellent recommended. Parking: Roadside Parking on Wilson Road, Fall River, MA. Distance: 1 mile Trail Condition:…

Milkweed is one of the stars of our local ecosystem, as it provides food and critical habitat for the beautiful monarch butterfly! Join us at Pratt Farm in Middleboro to harvest milkweed seeds from plants on site so that we can grow more milkweed plants (and monarch butterfly habitat) in the spring! All ages welcome. Wear sturdy footwear, insect repellent, and dress for the weather. Hosted in collaboration with the Middleboro Conservation Commission. Wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. Please bring garden gloves and wear insect repellent. Distance: 2 miles. Trail Condition: Some uneven and hilly terrain.…

Autumn is in full swing! Join us for a hot cup of coffee on a crisp October morning to learn about the seasonal ecology of the Taunton River Watershed. What is changing? Which species are migrating to find warmer weather, and which ones are moving into our area for the winter? We’ll discuss and find out together! Free and open to the public.  Registration required. Register here