About EQLT’s Wellness Walks
Led by EQLT staff and volunteers, EQLT’s group Wellness Walks are free and open to everyone looking for some fresh air, exercise, or to meet some new people or old friends. These walks will be scheduled every couple of weeks across our EQLT communities. Keep an eye out for more information about future walks!
More planned! Keep an eye out for updates on future walks!
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Wellness Walk on the new loop trail at Pat’s Sanctuary in Ware Sunday, August 2nd at 4:00 p.m.
Come check out the new loop trail at Pat’s Sanctuary on the Dougal Range!
Pat’s Sanctuary is one of our newer preserves, and this summer, EQLT volunteers, interns, and staff have been doing a lot of trail work, building out a loop that passes by glacial erratic, stone walls, wetlands, hemlock groves, and through hardwoods. The trail is steep in several spots and primarily a single-track, rocky, and uneven forest trail, with about 400 feet of elevation change from the parking area to the top of the Range.
Wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather.
Bring plenty of water!
Expect ticks, mosquitos, and other summertime insects —bring bug spray!
We’ll bring snacks!NOTE: We will postpone the walk in the event of inclement weather (thunderstorms). RSVP ([email protected]) to receive updates!
NOTE: We will postpone the walk in the event of inclement weather (thunderstorms). RSVP ([email protected]) to receive updates!
Pat’s Sanctuary is located on Hardwick Pond Rd. in Ware (GPS:
42°18’23.2″N 72°14’01.9″W; look for the EQLT sign). Plan to meet at the parking area by the gate a little before 4:00 p.m.
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Imagine the sounds around you as salamanders migrate.
Or woodpeckers hunt for ants.
Turn that into inspirational music.
That’s what Manar will share with us!
Meet at EQLT headquarters – 120 Ridge Road, Hardwick at 6pm.
Save-the-dates for future Artist-in-Residence talks:
August 20th and September 3rd
Looking for a summer volunteer project? We could use your help with our new Edible Plant Pathway!
We are seeking volunteers to help care for the new plantings at the Edible Plant Pathway through the summer!
We are looking for several volunteers who we can rely on to assist our TerraCorps Service Member, Michael, water the plants and saplings and/or do some mowing from now through September.
This will be a shared volunteer experience, so no single person has to do it all every week — but that means we need as many helpers as possible!
This is a great way to “give back” (and meet new people and get some exercise!), and you will have the satisfaction of knowing you had a part in this community-benefit project!
Interested? Email Michael! [email protected]
We’ll be scheduling volunteer orientation soon, so sign up today!
2026 will be full of walks, talks and celebrations!
Upcoming Events and Programs:
- This year we are planning to host monthly walks at conservation areas in the east Quabbin region and areas across the Commonwealth
- Celebrate our 32 years with a Gala Dinner and Auction on Saturday, April 25th
- Geocache Scavenger Hunt between April 18th – May 3rd
- Annual Membership Meeting
- Hills of East Quabbin Ride on Saturday, June 27th
- Participate in town fairs and festivals, and the Hardwick Fair
- Station Loop Ramble on Sunday, October 18th
- Celebrate the holidays together.
Be sure to get onto our email list for the latest information on our events and activities.
Contact Cynthia with your questions at [email protected]g
Saturday Work Days…
Join us from 9am-noon on the first Saturday of the month (usually) and volunteer to help with the maintenance of EQLT properties. Please contact Cynthia at [email protected] or at 413-477-8229 to confirm which location will be the work site.