Caring for the Land that Sustains Us
Even though the ground was covered with snow from Friday’s storm, Rod, Linda, Tom, Jason and Cynthia worked at the Coxhall Kitchen Garden clearing the outside of the “Noble Wall” on Saturday morning. The north, east and part of the … Continued
Today we focused on wildlife. David Brown, renowned naturalist and tracker spent the late morning and afternoon with many eager to learn more about the various animals that also call this area home. First David shared images of tracks and … Continued
Well, it rained during the night and into the morning, even turned to snow for a bit. But there was enough dry brush in the piles to get a hot fire going. The hot dogs and ‘smores were delicious. Overall … Continued
After the snow and freezing rain of the last week, there was concern about the trail condition today. Fortunately, the Mass Central Rail Trail turned out to not be too icy, though you had to be careful crossing the bridges. … Continued
Last week Harrison, Jeff and Jake installed a new kestrel box at Mandell Hill. This one is a prototype for many more to come. With Jeff’s enthusiasm the goal is to get 50 kestrel boxes up around the East Quabbin … Continued
‘Tis the season to be thankful – for more land conserved, great opportunities to get outdoors, and friends and family! We thank you, members and supporters of the East Quabbin Land Trust, for being part of our successes in 2015 … Continued
The overcast skies, moderate temperature, and blustery wind came together for terrific conditions to clear the knoll at Mandell Hill today. From this spot along the loop trail you get a clear view across the fields, down the Ware River … Continued
The last step in the Kitchen Garden cleanup happened yesterday, thanks to Harrison and his handy tractor, Jeff and Linda for much of the leg work loading the bucket and raking the ground smooth. After the September workday where the … Continued
Thanks to Eagle Scout candidate Aaron Morgan, and Troop 118, three new wood duck boxes are installed at the mill pond at the Pynchon’s Grist Mill Preserve. This Saturday was cold and raw, but members of West Brookfield Troop 118 … Continued
Last Sunday was a great day for a race. The fourth annual Station Loop Ramble was another successful run that incorporated portions of the Mass Central Rail Trail in New Braintree and Hardwick. Thank you to all the runners, … Continued
