Busy Beavers enhancing ecosystems & expanding biodiversity Want to learn more about beavers’ impact on our local ecosystems? Check out this video from Wild & Scenic Westfield River .
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Archive for The Great Outdoors
Baby Hedgehogs at Forest Park Zoo in Springfield
Aug
17
2020
If you’re in need of a dose of cute pick me up this Monday, check out this video of baby hedgehogs born at Forest Park Zoo in Springfield.
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Amherst issues Fort River swimming warning
Jul
29
2020
Amherst issues Fort River swimming warning “High levels of bacteria are prompting the town to warn people against swimming in the Fort River at the Stanley Street conservation area.” Read the full article here: www.gazettenet.com
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MassBears researchers seek to estimate state’s black bear population through DNA analysis, observations
Jul
14
2020
MassBears researchers seek to estimate state’s black bear population through DNA analysis, observations “While evidence indicates that Massachusetts black bears are becoming adept at weaving their lives around our own and are expanding their territories eastward, it’s not clear just how many of them are out there.
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Springfield offers to rent park sites for small functions as coronavirus restrictions ease
Jul
9
2020
Springfield offers to rent park sites for small functions as coronavirus restrictions ease “Some city park facilities that were closed due to the coronavirus are now opening for rental for small functions.” Read the full article here: Masslive.com [continue reading]
Learn about Black Bears in Massachusetts
Jun
4
2020
If you’re interested in learning more about black bears, check out the recording of the webinar on Black Bear Research with Kathy Zeller, hosted by Hilltown Land Trust .
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(Re)Productive Gardens: Making Your Yard More Pollinator-Friendly
Mar
20
2020
(Re)Productive Gardens: Making Your Yard More Pollinator-Friendly With spring on the way, its a great time to learn about and start planning for making your garden friendly to pollinators. Check out this article from The Trustees .
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Land Trusts & Native Species: Community-Based Educational Resources to Support Self-Directed Learning
Mar
17
2020
Self-guided hikes are a great way to keep your family active outdoors and engaged in nature! They’re also excellent ways to support learning via community-based educational resources, including land trusts & native species!
Download this free interpretive trail guide Hilltown Families created with the Hilltown Land Trust for the [continue reading]
Download this free interpretive trail guide Hilltown Families created with the Hilltown Land Trust for the [continue reading]
25 Self-Guided Hikes in Western MA to Support Place-Based Learning
Mar
17
2020
Here is a list of self-guided hikes to do with your family or on your own. To support place-based learning, before you head out, conduct an online search about the natural and human history of some of these community-based educational resources. Bring with you field guides, sketchbooks, cameras, and magnifying glasses and spend the afternoon [continue reading]
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