We have one more Saturday hike in February
Sawyer’s Bluff Hike Saturday, Feb 25, 11:00am
Meet at Wachusett Reservoir Gate 8, Intersection of Cross Street and Route 70, Boylston.
Followed by Bark and Buds Winter Tree Id at 1:00pm: A very slow-paced winter tree identification walk around Stillwater Farm, located at 228 Redemption Rock Road, Sterling.
I will keep an eye on the wind chill/trail conditions and set up an auto-reply email and phone message in case of any cancellations by 9 am on Saturday. To check on the status, please send an email or call 774-261-1809 for the recorded message.
We will wrap up the winter hiking series with a hike to Greenhalge Point on March 4 at 10:00am and finally the Legends and Lore Hike on March 11 at 10 am.
Thursday, March 2, 6:00-7:30 pm
FISHISTORY: History of Fishing at Wachusett Reservoir
DCR Watershed Rangers present the history of fishing from the 1890s to today at the Wachusett Reservoir and showcase the species of fish found in the reservoir from surveys. Followed by a Q&A. Meet at Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main Street Fitchburg.
Saturday, March 4, 10:00am-12:30pm
WACHUSETT RESERVOIR HIKE Greenhalge Point
Get to know the trails on this guided hike to Greenhalge Point. Moderate hike will be at a slow pace and approximately 4 miles. Meet at Gate 35, the intersection of Route 110 and Chase Hill Road, Sterling.
Saturday, March 11, 10:00-11:30am
LEGENDS AND LORE NORTH DIKE HIKE
Take a walk past Cemetery Island to the Clinton Dam and discuss the legends and lore of the area. Bring your own stories to tell! About 2.5 miles round trip. Meet at Wachusett Reservoir, Gate 39, Route 110 & South Meadow Road, Clinton.
Saturday, March 11, 12:00-1:00pm
NATURE ALMANAC CLUB
All ages welcome to observe seasonal changes, record memorable events, and become a citizen scientist. Recycled supplies provided to make your own nature journal/almanac. Meet at DCR Division of Water Supply Protection Headquarters, 180 Beaman St, West Boylston.
Thursday, March 16, 6:30-8:00pm
FISHISTORY: History of Fishing at Wachusett Reservoir
DCR Watershed Rangers present the history of fishing from the 1890s to today at the Wachusett Reservoir and showcase the species of fish found in the reservoir from surveys. Followed by a Q&A. Meet at Leominster Public Library, 30 West Street, Leominster.
Sunday, March 19, 11:00am-1:00pm
VERNAL POOL INVESTIGATIONS
Rangers will show you why vernal pools are a vital part of the ecosystems within the Wachusett Watershed. These pools that dry up later in the year are full of life in the spring. Meet at Stillwater Farm, 228 Redemption Rock Rd., Sterling. View our recent Vernal Pool video here: https://youtu.be/ClkpJqa5Z3Q
Saturday, March 25, 9:00am-12:00pm
CACHE IN/TRASH OUT GEOCACHING EVENT
Call for volunteers to help clean up around the Wachusett Reservoir in a fun way! Learn the basics of Geocaching and pick up litter along the way. Please bring gloves and water. Meet at John Augustus Hall, 180 Beaman Street, West Boylston.
Saturday, April 22,10:00am-12:00pm
SUDBURY RESERVOIR CACHE IN/TRASH OUT GEOCACHING Park Serve Day Event
Celebrate Earth Day by helping the DCR Watershed Rangers clean up at the Sudbury Reservoir. Please bring your own water, gloves, and bug repellent. Trash bags will be provided. We will meet at 911 Field, then break into groups to different locations. Meet at DCR 911 Field, Acre Bridge Road, Southborough.
Saturday, April 29,10:00am-12:00pm
HIKE TO SCAR HILL BLUFFS
Join DCR on a round trip, about 3 mile guided hike to the library’s backyard watershed. This hike will lead to shoreline views on easy-to-moderate terrain covering a few inclines from paved road to dirt access road, and then from forest trail to sandy shore. Meet at Boylston Public Library 695 Main Street, Boylston.
Saturday, May 13, 2:00pm-5:00pm
DAM DAY
The walkway across the top of the Dam will be open for enjoying the view of the Reservoir. DCR Watershed Rangers will answer questions and provide information on DCR’s watershed protection program. NOTE: backpacks and large bags will not be allowed. No restroom facilities. For more information, please contact the Ranger Station at 978-365- 3800. Clinton Dam, Route 70, Clinton.