In these clips from a longer set of interviews, Brad Hathaway and George Mock reminisce about the early days of the Mattapoisett Land Trust.
Walk Through the Winter Woods at Nasketucket Bay State Reservation
Nasketucket Bay State Reservation
MA Department of Conservation and Recreation
Walk Through the Winter Woods
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Nasketucket Bay State Reservation
Brandt Beach Road, Mattapoisett, MA
MATTAPOISETT, MA
Come walk along the wooded trails of beautiful Nasketucket Bay State Reservation
Tuesday, January 24th from 1pm to 3pm
We’ll saunter along the trails taking some time to explore the natural world that surrounds us. We’ll also walk along the rocky shore to view a wintery Nasketucket Bay.
Weather and ground conditions will determine route. Bring water, wear good winter boots, and dress for the weather. Walk is about 2 – 3 miles and is best for adults. Rain, snow, or icy trails will cancel. Meet at main parking lot on Brandt Beach Road in Mattapoisett. Call (508) 866-2580 x163 for more information and for weather cancellation.
For park information and directions, please visit http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/southeast/nbsr.htm.
This free program is sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation.
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), an agency of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, oversees 450,000 acres of parks and forests, beaches, bike trails, watersheds, dams, and parkways.
To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr.
Amy Wilmot
Regional Interpretive Coordinator
Department of Conservation & Recreation
Southeast Region Headquarters
194 Cranberry Road, PO Box 66, S. Carver, MA 02366
Office: 508.866.2580 x126
Cell: 508.272.9376
Fax: 508.866.7736
“Through interpretation, understanding; through understanding, appreciation; through appreciation, protection.” – NPS Manual
Vernal Pool Certification April 14, 2012
On Saturday, April 14, 2012 we will join wetland scientist and board member Elizabeth Leidhold on the Brownell Preserve to certify a large vernal pool.
During the week prior to this Elizabeth will present on the importance of vernal pools and background information of the certification process.
The Saturday field trip will involve attendees in collection of samples (egg sacs, etc.) and information needed for the application to certify this pool.
This event is open to the public.
Attendance at the presentation is not required, but highly recommended!
Field trip to MLT property April 28, 2012
Join “Ozzie” Osenkowski, MLT’s preservation and stewardship director on a trip through one of our properties.
Ozzie’s enthusiasm and knowledge are infectious, so come prepared to learn and have fun exploring what the MLT has to offer you.
Stay tuned for location and time.
MLT Annual Meeting May 19, 2012
Join the MLT for the Annual meeting on Saturday May 19.
Schedule to be announced soon.
We will be dedicating the new Brownell Preserve prior to the meeting.
There will be a pot luck lunch and then the meeting at which we will elect the board of directors and deal with pending business.
Following the meeting we will have presentations on subjects of nature and research.
Stay tuned for more details.
