Jonathan Kranz, a member of Boston Mycological Club, led our walk through Great Hill, including newly protected land at 4 Piper Lane. Jonathan has been foraging for several seasons, and just started leading walks in the past year, teaching people how to observe and learn about fascinating funghi. Jonathan was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Instead … Read more
If you missed the presentation “Garden as if the Earth Matters” by Anna Fialkoff, of the Wild Seed Project, and co-sponsored by EnergizeActon, Acton Conservation Trust, and the Garden Club of Acton, here are a few photos to enjoy. Acton TV has posted the event on YouTube. See the recording HERE. Thank you so much to … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, In case you missed last night’s presentation “Garden as if the Earth Matters” by Anna Fialkoff, of the Wild Seed Project, and co-sponsored by EnergizeActon, Acton Conservation Trust, and the Garden Club of Acton, here are a few photos to tide you over until ActonTV cleans up the … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, VOLUNTEERING BOSTON AREA GLEANERS (Sign up to volunteer at https://www.bagetc.org/gleanlist.php) Thursday, October 6Windrow and Harvest Butternut Squash9:00am – 12:00pm Location: Acton, MA Apple Harvest9:00am – 12:00pmLocation: Groton, MA Windrow and Harvest Butternut Squash1:00pm – 4:00pm: Location: Acton, MA Apple Harvest1:00pm – 4:00pmLocation: Groton, MA Friday, October 7thApple Harvest9:00am – 12:00pmLocation: Groton, MA … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, See as many hawks as possible this SeptemberHawks are on the move! And September’s the best time for watching them. Thousands of hawks move through the state at this time of year. If the winds are right, you may catch a kettle of Broad-winged Hawks along with Sharp-shinned Hawks, Northern Harriers, and … Read more
We had a nice group who joined us for Sunday’s Nature Walk at Grassy Pond West! The walk of this beautiful and biodiverse land just off Newtown Road was led by Boot Boutwell, a freelance itinerant naturalist who teaches and leads nature walks for Mass. Audubon and the New England Wild Flower Society among others. … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, The following news and events may be of interest:(If you prefer, you may read “Events of Interest” on our website, ActonConservationTrust.org) Thank you to the nice group who joined us for Sunday’s Nature Walk at Grassy Pond West! VOLUNTEERING BOSTON AREA GLEANERS (Sign up to volunteer at https://www.bagetc.org/gleanlist.php) Wednesday, September … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, Thanks to y’all who stopped by our ACT table at the Kelley’s Corner Block Party!!! We introduced many new people to the Acton Conservation Trust. Many thanks to the organizers, Director of Economic Development, Recreation Department, and Karen Herther. The following news and events may be of interest:(If you … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, The following news and events may be of interest:(If you prefer, you may read “Events of Interest” on our website, ActonConservationTrust.org) Friday, September 9Full Harvest Moon or Full Corn Moon Just after sunset on Friday, reaching full illumination at 5:38 AM Eastern Time on SaturdayThe Old Farmers Almanac. This full … Read more
Dear Friends and Acton Conservation Trust Members, The following news and events may be of interest:(If you prefer, you may read “Events of Interest” on our website, ActonConservationTrust.org) Now – September 5 LAST CHANCE!New Exhibit: Alive with Birds: William Brewster in ConcordThursday to Sunday, 10 am to 4 PM, Walk ins welcome!Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, … Read more