T h e T r u s T e e s o f r e s e r v a T i o n s

Please pre-register for all events by calling 508 636-4693 x103 or email lharrington@ttor.org.

for more information and directions check our events calendar at www.thetrustees.org

stone Wall BuildingSaturday, April 20 | 9am–12noon & 1–4pm

Cornell farm, smiTh neCk road, souTh darTmouThTake an active part in our efforts to protect and restore the historic stone walls at Cornell farm. local expert Chris Tracey teaches the art and science of dry stack stone wall building and restoration.members: free. nonmembers: $35 Pre-registration required.

Bioreserve Big WalkSaturday, May 4 | 9am

freeToWn/fall river sTaTe foresT headquarTers

slaB Bridge road, assoneTstrap on your hiking boots and experience the vastness of the unbroken forest on a walk that spans the full length of the 13,600-acre Bioreserve. The full hike is 12 miles, but pick-ups will be available every few miles along the way, and transportation will provided back to your car. members & nonmembers: free.

lyman Bird WalkSaturday, May 4 | 8am

Theodore lyman reserve

1009 head of The Bay road, Buzzards BayJoin us as we search for birds during their migration north along Buttermilk Bay, red Brook and the forested areas of the lyman reserve. Beginner birders are welcome! everyone will meet in the parking area. Bring binoculars. members & nonmembers: free.

Birding in the BioreserveSaturday, May 11 | 7am

WaTTuPa reservaTion headquarTers

2929 Blossom rd., fall riverlarge unfragmented areas like the Bioreserve support an array of warblers and other interior forest birds such the wood thrush, ovenbird, and scarlet tanager. Join lynn abbey of the Paskamansett Bird Club at the height of the spring migration. Bring binoculars.members & nonmembers: free.

Wildflower WalkSaturday, May 18 | 10am–12noon

CoPiCuT Woods, indian ToWn road, fall riverThe well-drained, acidic soils of the Bioreserve are ideal for many spring wildflowers, including Pink lady’s slipper, Birdfoot violet, and Canada mayflower, to name a few. Join plant expert and naturalist garry Plunkett to see what’s blooming at Copicut Woods. members & nonmembers: free.

spring is here: the gardens are growing, flowers are blooming, and the salamanders and birds are out and about looking for love. Whatever your interests might be, our spring events offer something for everyone during this season or renewal and rebirth – join us!

Woodcock WanderingsSaturday, March 23 | 7pm

CoPiCuT road, fall riversome guys will go to great lengths to attract members of the opposite sex. The reclusive american Woodcock is best known for its spectacular spring courtship flight. Join Tom athearn of green futures on this walk to witness the spring dance of the woodcock. members & nonmembers: free.

salamander soireeLate March or early April. Exact date TBD | 7:30–9pm

freeToWn/fall river sTaTe foresT headquarTers

slaB Bridge road, assoneTfor a few nights each spring, vernal pools are boiling with the mating frenzy of frogs and salamanders. Join us on a spontaneous walk to catch a glimpse of these secretive amphibians. Please pre-register for a phone call notice before this amazing event takes place. date dependent on weather. members & nonmembers: free.

new Bedford earth day ParadeThursday, April 11 | 5pm

CusTom house square

33 William sTreeT, neW BedfordJoin the fun and march with us as we carry our “people powered” paper maché float made by Westport art students through downtown new Bedford to celebrate earth day on april’s aha! night. members & nonmembers: free.

Planning your home gardenSaturday, April 13 | 10am–12noon

WesTPorT ToWn farm, 830 drifT road, WesTPorTearly spring is the time to get your garden area ready for a new growing season. get some helpful tips to help make this year’s garden beautiful, healthy and productivemembers & nonmembers: free.

stories in stone PresentationFriday, April 19 | 7:30pm

loCaTion TBdnew england forests are crisscrossed by miles of stonewalls built by farmers to fence in livestock, mark boundaries and clear their fields of stone. Chris Tracy, local stonewall builder and landscape designer, presents the history and restoration techniques. members & nonmembers: free.

spring is here!

The TrusTees of reservaTions

Westport field office

830 drift road

Westport, ma 02790

nonprofit org.u.s. postage

p A i Dfall river, mapermit no.66

you’re invited: spring events!

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Community garden kick-offSaturday, May 25 | 9am–12noon

WesTPorT ToWn farm, 830 drifT road, WesTPorTinch by inch, row by row, help us make this garden grow! Cultivate a stronger community along with delicious fresh veggies by joining us as we start another growing season at our Westport community garden. members & nonmembers: free.

national Trails day at Copicut WoodsSaturday, June 1 | 10am–12noon

CoPiCuT Woods, indian ToWn road, fall riverWith over 5 miles of trails, Copicut Woods offers plenty of opportunities to “take a hike.” help us to maintain our trail system and clean up the property for the summer hiking season on national Trails day. members & nonmembers: free.

The Poorhouses of massachusetts: a Cultural & architectural history Saturday, June 1 | 10am–12noon

WesTPorT ToWn liBrary

408 old CounTy road, WesTPorT“for most contemporary americans, ‘poorhouse’ is simply a word, a metaphor for the specter of abject poverty. few are aware, however, that for much of the history of this country, the poorhouse represented a critical social safety net…” author heli meltsner presents the story of massachusetts poorhouses followed by a walking tour of Westport’s own poor farm, recently renovated and revitalized by The Trustees of reservations. Program presented in partnership with the Westport historical society. members & nonmembers: free.

east over Bird WalkSaturday, June 8 | 7am

easT over reservaTion, ClaPP rd., roChesTerBill gil of the Paskamansett Bird Club leads a walk through the forests and fields in search of orioles, bobolinks and bluebirds.members & nonmembers: free.

Pastoral landscape drawingSaturday, June 8 | 10am–12noon

WesTPorT ToWn farm, 830 drifT road, WesTPorTgrab your canvas and choice of media and get ready to explore the natural landscape. enjoy the company of others as you share (and show off!) your artwork. all ages welcome, drawing pads are available but feel free to bring your own supplies. members & nonmembers: free.

flower Planting & volunteer daySunday, June 9 | 1–3pm

Cornell farm, smiTh neCk road, souTh darTmouThJoin Trustees staff and volunteers as we prepare and plant a beautiful garden of flowers at Cornell farm. The garden will add beauty for visitors and attract native birds and pollinating insects throughout the summer season. members & nonmembers: free.

Cornell farm Bird WalkSunday, June 16 | 7am

Cornell farm, smiTh neCk road, souTh darTmouThexplore the hay fields and salt marsh along the little river in search of songbirds, waterfowl and osprey with Bill gil of the Paskamansett Bird Club.members & nonmembers: free.

Copicut Woods summer solstice By CandlelightFriday, June 21 | 7pm

CoPiCuT Woods, indian ToWn road, fall riverCelebrate the arrival of summer and the quiet beauty of Copicut Woods at twilight with a candlelit walk down miller lane. We’ll begin by making candle lanterns that will light our way down the trail at dusk. The call of whippoorwill often marks the arrival of summer on this magical night that you’ll never forget. members & nonmembers: free.

spring events

2013Join us for a fresh bunch of springtime events!