Pollinators, Native Plants & Container Gardens
Join us as LeeAnne Araujo, horticulturist from Araujo's Farm in Dighton, provides an informative workshop on pollinator and native plants species for the purpose of planning a spring garden. Question and answer segment to follow. Location: Somerset Library , 1464 County Street Somerset Cost: Free To register call (508) 828-1101 or email director@savethetaunton.org
Guided Walk- Tuckerwood Conservation Area
Tuckerwood Conservation Area Date: Friday, September 23, 2022 Time: 10:00am -11:30am Cost: Member: Free, Non-member: $5 Meeting Place: Parking lot across from 1072 High Street, Bridgewater, MA. Tuckerwood Conservation Area is a 32 acre parcel with views of the Town River. We will explore trails and pine woods with a vernal pool for viewing, making a wonderful easy walk led by TRWA volunteers. Not stroller friendly. Restrooms not available. Pups on leash welcome. Pre-registration required. To register call (508) 828-1101 or email director@savethetaunton.org.
Sunday Morning Paddle on the Taunton
Sunday, October 9, 2022 8:30am -11:30am Join Nemasket Kayak Center guides on a tour of the beautiful Taunton River. We'll launch from the boat ramp area located at West Water Street, Taunton and paddle downriver to Dighton Rock State Park. Open to all ages. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants MUST: be able to swim, sign a waiver and wear a life jacket Be sure to bring water, sunscreen and hat Cost: If bringing your own boat- $40; If renting a boat- TRWA Non-Member-$69, TRWA Member-$62 Space is limited. Pre-registration required. For more information or…
Guided Walk- Ames Nowell State Park
Ames Nowell State Park Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022 Time: 9:00am-10:30am Cost: Member: Free, Non-member: $5 Meeting Place: Parking lot at Linwood Street, Abington, MA. Exploring the northern part of the Taunton River Watershed, TRWA volunteers will lead a walk near the Cleveland Reservoir to observe turtles, birds and wetland plants. We will scoop some water from the reservoir edge to see who lives in it. Medium hike. Wear sturdy footwear. Not stroller friendly. Restrooms available. Pups on leash welcome. Pre-registration required To register call (508) 828-1101 or email director@savethetaunton.org
Presentation- Accessibility in Nature
Location: Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St, Somerset, MA
2022 TRWA Annual Meeting
Have you heard we protected 30 terrapin nests this summer? Do you know how the current drought has effected our water sampling results or the river herring? Join us at our Annual Meeting to hear more! Main speaker : Brad Chase, Diadromous Fish Project Leader from MA Division of Marine Fisheries will speak on the ecology and management of river herring in the Taunton River. In addition to our main speaker, the meeting will include reports on TRWA's many activities of the past year, goals for 2023 and the election of 2023 Board members and officers. Diamondback Terrapin…
Holiday Open House
Saturday, December 17th, 10am-1pm The TRWA will be hosting a Holiday Open House in appreciation for the amazing support received throughout this past year. Stop by the Watershed Center at Sweets Knoll State Park, Dighton for cookies, calendars, holiday treats, warm conversation and a chance to see our progress at the Center. Although we have lots more to do, we are happy to welcome your visit at this stage. During your visit, enjoy our 2023 Tide Calendar photo display and find some great holiday gift ideas. Holiday Gift Ideas Share your love of the Taunton River by giving a…
America’s Most Endangered Group of Organisms- Fresh Water Mussels
Freshwater Mussel Fauna of Massachusetts - America's Most Endangered Group of Organisms with Jay Cordeiro Location- Somerset Public Library, 1464 County Street Join Jay Cordeiro, a wildlife biologist with the Massachusetts Audubon Society and Adjunct Faculty in Biological Sciences at Bridgewater State University, for an eye opening discussion about mussels. With 70% of species at risk of extinction, the United States is home to one of the most endangered groups of organisms in the world- North American freshwater mussels. This presentation will look at the natural history of these fascinating creatures often overlooked as uncharismatic. Threats, trends, and conservation efforts…
Guided Walk- Dighton Rock State Park
Enjoy this easy 1-hour walk, led by TRWA member Ellenor Simmons, through the Dighton Rock State Park forest and along the Taunton River looking for winter plants, mosses, and ferns. Museum will be open at 11AM for participants to visit at their leisure after the walk. Sturdy shoes recommended. Dogs on leash welcome. Restroom available. Space is limited to 15. Registration required. Email director@savethetaunton.org or call 508-828-1101. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Ellenor brings 32 years of state parks experience to TRWA as a former Southcoast Field Operations Team Leader and Park Supervisor for the Department of Conservation…
Frogs of Massachusetts with Brian Bastarache
The Bay State is home to a group of interesting amphibians and some are just beginning to roust from their long winter rest. Many are common and can be found in your neighborhood. Others are quite rare, endangered species. All are fairly easy to identify just by hearing their calls. Learn all about our native frogs from Brian Bastarache during this free 1-hour presentation at Bridgewater Public Library (Judith Gabriel Meeting Room). No registration required. Brian, a TRWA Board Member, is chairman of the Bristol County Agricultural High School Environmental Conservation Department and field herpetologist for Oxbow Associates, Inc. He…