Caring for the Land that Sustains Us
Today a group of folks from all over the east Quabbin region converged on the Swift River Reservation to see the sights and walk a few miles through the woods in Petersham. Bob Clark treated us all to stories … Continued
Today our long-distance hiking group walked about nine miles progressing along the east coast of the Quabbin Reservoir. We started at Gate 40, passing through the Dana Common, stopping to read the memorial marker that is covered with lichen. … Continued
The land trust and Hubbardston-Ware River Nature Club hosted an evening titled “Moths and Munchies” last night to introduce the world of moths. With a full living room Wendy Howes and Brian Klassanos shared a bit of their passion for … Continued
Yesterday morning we got an early start, well early for weekend standards, on a three mile hike along Bloodswamp which is located in the corner of Barre, Oakham and Rutland. This whole area is part of the Ware River watershed … Continued
Saturday was a beautiful day on the Hardwick common for the 252nd Annual Hardwick Community Fair. Friday night was cool, but the temperature and brief shower didn’t deter folks from coming out to the common. The Fair was a great … Continued
The forecast for Sunday was 50/50 rain throughout the day. Possibility for scattered thundershowers too. You just couldn’t tell exactly what was going to happen. We were all prepared for rain and hoping for a dry walk. A group of … Continued
The Festival is tomorrow beginning at 3pm. Come join us for lots of fun on the Petersham Common and raise money to repair and paint the store!! Kids games all afternoon, potluck dinner, silent auction and white elephant tables all … Continued
North Brookfield, MA – The East Quabbin Land Trust is excited to announce our second major species inventorying event of the year, this time at the gorgeous and grassy Wendemuth Meadow Preserve at 25 Bates Street in North Brookfield. In … Continued
Join us for the 2nd Annual Country Store Festival Planned for Petersham Music, Kids’ Games, Potluck Supper, Community Auction to Support Renovations (Petersham, Mass.)—On Saturday, July 26, a regional festival to benefit the Country Store in Petersham will kick off … Continued
The rain held off on Saturday for the benefit garden tour in North Brookfield and New Braintree. Tour goers had a wonderful time, checking in with the gardeners, learning about their land and plant choices, and even walking away with … Continued
