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SUMMARY:Vanishing Ecologies: Nature Walk Protecting a Changing Ecology
DESCRIPTION:DNRT Executive Director Nick Wildman will lead a one-mile guided walk at Slocum’s River Reserve at 9 a.m. Saturday\, Sept. 19. The rain date is Sunday\, Sept. 27.\n\nWildman will discuss habitat protection\, climate adaptation\, and how environmental changes affect management of protected land.\n\nParticipants will meet at the reserve parking lot\, about one-tenth of a mile south of 300 Horseneck Road in Dartmouth\, across from the Sylvan Nursery barn. The walk lasts about one hour. Sturdy shoes and protection from mosquitoes and ticks are recommended.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/vanishing-ecologies-nature-walk-protecting-a-changing-ecology/
LOCATION:Slocum’s River Reserve\, 366 Horseneck Rd.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Environment,Free,Nature,Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Fun Facts About Honeybees presentation
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to meet members of the Bristol County Bee Association to learn fun facts about honeybees and their importance to the environment. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to make a beeswax candle for $5.00 after free admission. Preregistration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fun-facts-about-honeybees-presentation/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Cultural Center\, 404 Elm Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Education,Free,Nature,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Gardening with Native Plants with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Gardening with Native Plants with Mass Audubon will be held on Thursday\, April 9\, at 4 p.m. \nLearn how to transform your corner of the earth into an eco-friendly haven for native plants and wildlife. The agenda will cover ecosystems\, habitat resiliency\, climate change\, invasive species\, biodiversity\, and the ecological importance of human-managed landscapes. Students will learn to read your landscape and select and maintain plants for long-term ecosystem health. \nWhether starting a new garden or transitioning an existing space\, anyone can create a wildlife sanctuary at home or in their community. \nThe workshop is part of Project Planet AHA and is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/gardening-with-native-plants-with-mass-audubon/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,Nature
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SUMMARY:Nature Play & Learn: Signs of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Nature Play and Learn: Signs of Spring is on Saturday\, March 21\, from 10 a.m. to noon at the New Bedford Free Public Library’s Main Branch. Admission is free. \nMobile Adventures leads this family program exploring early signs of the season. Activities include learning about vernal pools\, identifying bright green spring plants\, and examining unusual insect galls. \nMobile Adventures is an urban youth program of the Trustees. It offers free nature-play and exploration programs for children in Boston\, Fall River\, and New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/nature-play-learn-signs-of-spring/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Kids,Nature
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SUMMARY:Eyes On Owls: A Live Owl Show
DESCRIPTION:The annual Eyes on Owls program with wildlife educators Mark Wilson and Marcia Wilson returns Saturday\, March 21\, to the auditorium at Westport High School. \nThe live owl presentation offers a close look at several owl species from the region and beyond. The program highlights the birds’ behavior\, habitats\, and role in the ecosystem. \nTwo shows are scheduled\, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. \nThe event is recommended for families with children ages 3 and older. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/eyes-on-owls-a-live-owl-show/
LOCATION:Westport Middle School\, 400 Old County Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Kids,Nature,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Seal & Seabird Cruise
DESCRIPTION:The Buzzards Bay Coalition’s annual Seal and Seabird Cruise is on March 14 at 10 a.m. The two-hour trip explores Buzzards Bay and Vineyard Sound in partnership with the Cuttyhunk Ferry Company.\n\nThis is a chance to observe seals and seabirds in their natural habitat while learning about marine mammals and visiting species. The program includes seabird identification and counting\, seal observation with commentary at Gull Island\, and a 45-minute guided walk on Cuttyhunk Island to the Town Center and Lookout Park. A brief stop at Lookout Park offers scenic views from the island’s highest point. Limited binoculars are available.\n\nThe fee is $50 per person and $35 for children younger than 12.\n\nIn case of bad weather\, the cruise will be rescheduled for the following day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information\, email Baptista@savebuzzardsbay.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/seal-seabird-cruise/
LOCATION:Cuttyhunk Ferry Company\, 66 State Pier\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Cuttyhunk Ferry,Nature
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