Join our Guest Host, Jim Spinale, as we explore the history of cranberry farming in Duxbury. Jim is a former science teacher, historian, and nature enthusiast who will guide us through one of his favorite properties - Round Pond in Duxbury. This 232-acre property, which includes the David Cutler Forest, features a kettle hole pond […]
NSRWA Walking Club – Colby-Phillips Trail in Hanover Saturday, October 14 10:00-11:30am Please join us on Saturday, October 14th as we welcome Guest Hosts Doug and Kathi Thomson and explore the Colby-Phillips Trail in Hanover. The Thomsons are long time NSWRA members and walk these trails often, accompanied by their dog Koda. Doug chaired the […]
Walking Club - Lansing Bennett Forest in Duxbury Saturday, November 11 10:00am - 11:30pm Please join us on Saturday, November 11 as we explore the Lansing Bennett Forest in Duxbury with Guest Host Tag Carpenter. Tag Carpenter grew up in Duxbury, and stayed because he hasn't found a nicer place. He's an active kayaker, and […]
Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Hanover's Forge Pond Park Sunday, November 12 10:00-11:30am Looking to stay active this fall? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk of Forge Pond Park. Forge Pond is formed by the confluence of French's Stream, and the Drinkwater River. After the pond it becomes the Indian Head River, a […]
Fall Into Nature Guided Walk Series: Couch Beach in Marshfield Sunday, November 19 10:00-11:30am Looking for a family fun opportunity this fall? Join the NSRWA on a guided walk to Couch Beach! This guided walk starts with a lovely stroll through a dense mixed forest with occasional wetlands. After about a mile, the trail opens […]
Walking Club - Rexhame Beach in Marshfield Saturday, December 9 10:00am - 11:30pm Join Walking Club Guest Host Roger Whidden for a dune and beach walk at Rexhame Beach in Marshfield on December 9th from 10-11:30 am. Roger is a resident of Marshfield, where he owns and operates the Whidden School of Fitness, which focuses […]
Join the North and South Rivers Watershed Association for the 30th Annual New Year's Day Walk on Monday, January 1st, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00pm. This years' event will take place at Wildlands Trust's Melzar Hatch Preserve. Parking will be at the Hanover Middle School. Address: 45 Whiting St, Hanover, MA 02339. Trail entrance is […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Two Mile Farm and the Jose Carreiro Woodland Saturday, February 10, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join guest host Irene Bilodeau as we explore Two Mile Farm and the Jose Carreiro Woodland on February 10th. Irene is an avid traveler and hiker. She is one of our Walking Club Co-Coordinators, and loves exploring numerous […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Duxbury Beach Saturday, March 9, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join Walking Club Guest Host Roger Whidden for a winter walk on Duxbury Beach on March 9th from 10-11:30 am. Roger is a resident of Marshfield, where he owns and operates the Whidden School of Fitness, which focuses on martial arts. He is also […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Denham Pond in Hanover Saturday, April 13, 2024 10:00-11:30am Please join us on April 13th from 10:00-11:30 as we explore Denham Pond in Hanover. Denham Pond is a spectacular place to visit in the spring, for its rich biodiversity and plethora of spring ephemerals. We are looking forward to a very […]
Join the Indian Head River Coalition (a partnership between the NSRWA, Wildlands Trust, Towns of Hanover, Pembroke, Hanson, and Plymouth County) as we celebrate this amazing river and its surrounding land. Take part in a guided hike, or kayak paddle, or BOTH! Schedule and registration pages are listed below. Embark on a land or water […]
NSRWA Walking Club - East Street Bogs in Duxbury Saturday, May 11, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join the Walking Club’s Guest Host Jim Spinale, on May 11th at 10:00am as we explore the East Street Bogs in Duxbury. Jim is a historian, nature enthusiast, retired science teacher, and frequent Walking Club Guest Host, who will share his […]
NSRWA Walking Club - John Little Conservation Area in Marshfield Saturday, June 8, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join Walking Club Guest Hosts Alida and Hank Albertson on June 8th as we explore the John Little Conservation Area in Marshfield. Alida and Hank are fairly new to the South Shore, and chose this property for the Walking Club […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Black Pond Bog in Norwell Sunday, July 14, 2024 10:00-11:30am Please join Walking Club Guest Host Chris Jacobs on SUNDAY (not our usual Saturday), July 14th, as we explore Black Pond Bog in Norwell. Chris Jacobs is a non-profit professional with over 25 years of experience educating about and advocating for […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Bates Trail and the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve in Scituate Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join Guest Host Deb Lenahan on Saturday, August 10th at 10:00am in Scituate, as we explore the Bates Trail and the Higgins-MacAllister Preserve. We will start at the Bates Trail Parking Lot and take the Carl Pipes trail […]
Norwell Conservation Day 2024 at Jacobs Pond! Join Norwell Conservation to learn about the environment, on-going conservation efforts, and the history of Jacobs Pond and The Jacobs Farm. Enjoy expert-led walks or stop by the many exhibition tables from local groups to learn about their work for the environment. History of Jacobs Pond Area with […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Ames Norwell State Park in Abington Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00-11:30am Please join us on Saturday, September 14th as we welcome Guest Hosts Doug and Kathi Thomson to explore the Ames Norwell State Park in Abington. The Thomsons are long time NSWRA members and walk these trails often. Both Doug and […]
NSRWA Walking Club - Burrage Pond in Hanson Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join us on October 12th from 10:00-11:30am at Burrage Pond in Hanson for an amazing walk with Walking Club Guest Host George Stanchfield. George is an artist, photographer, and plantsman with a passion for gardening in all its phases. He has worked for over 35 years […]
Sunday, October 27 4:30--6:30pm Join the NSRWA on a Guided Spooky Walk to Couch Beach. Meet at Couch Cemetery before 4:30pm. We'll embark on a family-friendly spooky walk to a special place on the North River. Discover the scenic beauty, local lore, history, shipbuilding, the Portland Gale, activities and topics for all ages as we […]
NSRWA Walking Club - North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield Saturday, November 9, 2024 10:00-11:30am Join us on November 9th from 10-11:30 at Mass Audubon’s North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield for a truly special walk with Walking Club Guest Host Doug Lowry. Doug is a lifelong student of nature and is moving into his forty-fifth […]
