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SUMMARY:Nashua River Walk
DESCRIPTION:Follow a longer or a shorter loop along the Nashua River following paths that have been used by fishermen\, animals\, and kids for many years. In past years\, we have spotted wildlife including beaver\, birds\, garter snakes\, turtles\, and other small wildlife. \nDogs on leashes are welcome. Wear comfortable hiking boots or waterproof boots\, long pants\, and layers according to the weather. It may be buggy! \nFor more information\, contact info[@]clintongreenway.org or call 508-612-1156. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 16 (Rain Date: Sunday\, May 17\, same time) \nTIME: 1 – 3 PM \nLOCATION: Clinton Bluff Wildlife Management Area\, Water Street\, Clinton\, MA 01510. Meet at the Water Street Bridge. \nACCESS: This is a very wooded and wild\, unmaintained trail and not handicap accessible. The longer loop includes steeper hills. \n  \nPhoto courtesy of Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust \nThis program is offered by Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/nashua-river-walk/
LOCATION:Clinton Bluff Wildlife Management Area\, Water Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250518T150000
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SUMMARY:Nashua Riverwalk
DESCRIPTION:Follow a longer or a shorter loop along the Nashua River following paths that have been used by fishermen\, animals\, and kids for many years. In past years\, we have spotted wildlife including beaver\, birds\, garter snakes\, turtles\, and other small wildlife.  \nDogs on leashes are welcome. Wear comfortable hiking boots or waterproof boots\, long pants\, and layers according to the weather. It may be buggy! Allow 1 to 2 hours for the walk.  \nInfo at clintongreenway.org or call 508-612-1156. \nDATE: Sunday\, May 18th \nTIME: 1:00 – 3:00 PM \nLOCATION: Nashua River Conservation Area\, Meet at Water Street Bridge\, Clinton\, MA \nACCESSIBILITY: This is a very wooded and wild\, unmaintained trail and not handicap accessible. The longer loop includes steeper hills. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/nashua-riverwalk/
LOCATION:Nashua River Conservation Area\, 36 Vale Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T180000
DTSTAMP:20250423T141849Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T141849Z
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SUMMARY:Nature as Imagination—You\, Your Camera & Rauscher Farm: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning photographer Steve McGrath. Connect with nature in ways unique to you as seen through the lens of your camera of choice\, digital or smartphone. \nMeet beside the big barn on Rauscher Farm. In the event of a weather cancellation\, registrants will be notified via email. \nFor more about the three Nature as Imagination events visit www.rauscherfarm.org. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED: Email info@rauscherfarm.org \nDATE: Saturday\, May 10th\nRain Date: Saturday\, May 24th \nTIME: 3:00 – 6:00 PM (the golden hours of photography!)\nRain Date Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM \nLOCATION: Rauscher Farm\, 29 Clamshell Road\, Clinton MA\, 01510 \nPARKING: Parking is available near the big barn. \nACCESSIBILITY: The property is not suited for those with mobility limitations. There will be an ADA accessible porta-potty available on Rauscher Farm for the event. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee and Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/nature-as-imagination-you-your-camera-rauscher-farm-part-2/
LOCATION:Rauscher Farm\, 29 Clamshell Road\, Clinton\, 01510
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rauscher Farm":MAILTO:info@rauscherfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20240425T130612Z
CREATED:20240425T130612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T130612Z
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SUMMARY:Riverwalk at the Nashua River
DESCRIPTION:These paths along the Nashua River in Clinton have been used by fishermen\, animals\, and kids for over a century. Last year\, walkers enjoyed watching wildlife including beavers\, birds\, garter snakes\, and other small wildlife. \nWear comfortable hiking boots or waterproof boots\, long pants to protect against ticks and poison ivy\, and layers according to the weather. Join us for a shorter loop or a longer loop along the beautiful Nashua River that runs through Clinton. Allow 1 to 2 hours for the walk. Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust will provide bug spray and light refreshments for after the walk. All are welcome. Difficult terrain for strollers (babes in backpacks work). \nTRAIL CONDITIONS: A portion of this walk is on a road accessible to vehicles including electric wheelchairs; however\, most of it is up and down\, sandy\, rocky\, wet\, or root-covered. It is woodsy conservation land and not well-traveled. There is a shorter loop that is less demanding for those with stamina issues or minor mobility issues. The longer loop has steep uphill and downhill terrain with trails that are not well-traveled. \nPhoto courtesy of Paul Dakai \n  \nThis program is offered by Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/riverwalk-at-the-nashua-river/
LOCATION:Nashua River Conservation Area\, 36 Vale Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Riverwalk1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T103000
DTSTAMP:20240425T131213Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Walk on Rauscher Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come spot Rauscher Farm’s avian species. Join David Ammerman\, citizen scientist and bird photographer who\, with fellow birders\, has identified 152 bird species on Rauscher Farm and adjoining Department of Conservation and Recreation property. Come for an hour\, or two\, or three! Bring binoculars! \nRauscher Farm is 62 acres of town-owned conservation and recreation land\, maintained by volunteers. Rauscher Farm’s Spring Bird Walk will take place come rain or come shine! \n  \nThis program is offered by Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust and the Town of Clinton’s Rauscher Farm Management Subcommittee as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/spring-bird-walk-on-rauscher-farm/
LOCATION:Rauscher Farm\, 29 Clamshell Road\, Clinton\, 01510
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T121500
DTSTAMP:20230419T203334Z
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SUMMARY:Riverwalk 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a trail walk along the beautiful Nashua River that flows out of Wachusett Reservoir and through the Town of Clinton\, Massachusetts. Enjoy flora and fauna along a trail forged by both animal and human walkers of all kinds. Animals spotted on previous walks include hawks\, herons\, turtles\, garter snakes\, deer\, and fox. You get a nice view of what Clintonians call “High Bridge” which is a railroad bridge we will cross under. \nDress for the season: it can be buggy and especially wear tick-proof long pants (slippery nylon works well\, while sweatpants are easy for ticks to cling to).  There is a shorter loop and a longer\, more difficult loop. Allow 1 to 2 hours for the walk. \nThis conservation area is owned by the Town of Clinton and the Commonwealth and is open to the public. If you miss the walk\, you can go any time. A rough trail map is available on our website at clintongreenway.org. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!  \n  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/riverwalk-2023/
LOCATION:Nashua River Conservation Area\, 36 Vale Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220528T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220528T130000
DTSTAMP:20230421T201409Z
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SUMMARY:Rauscher Farm's Pollinator Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Help launch Rauscher Farm’s native pollinator meadow project! Meet Professor Robert Gegear\, a recognized expert who conducts ongoing research into pollinator-plant interactions at his Gegear Lab at UMASS Dartmouth. \nCome prepared to help install native plants in Rauscher Farm’s initial pollinator meadow site. Hear how orchestrated pollination systems increase diversity and support those pollinator species in decline\, such as the bumble bees Bombus fervidus and Bombus vagans. Consider developing a plan to develop a supportive pollinator system in your yard or community. \nSpecial Instructions: Registration required\, email info@rauscherfarm.org.  \n  \nThis program is offered by Rauscher Farm and the Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/rauscher-farms-pollinator-meadow/
LOCATION:Rauscher Farm\, 29 Clamshell Road\, Clinton\, 01510
CATEGORIES:Talks,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rauscher Farm":MAILTO:info@rauscherfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220521T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220521T150000
DTSTAMP:20230421T201927Z
CREATED:20220422T191526Z
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SUMMARY:Rail Trail Destination – Clinton!
DESCRIPTION:Discover a new section of the Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT) being developed in Clinton. This historic section of the MCRT was purchased by the Town of Clinton with a grant from MassTrails. We will be guided by Frannie Hodge who will talk about future plans for the trail and tunnel. \nWe will walk from Rauscher Farm parking area to the access trail through the farm to the rail trail and along the off-road trail. This portion of trail is surrounded by nature and wetlands. Animals that live along and use the trail include coyotes\, foxes\, rabbits\, deer\, beaver\, and in the water you’ll see turtles\, ducks\, river otter and more. We’ll explore getting close to the 1\,100 ft long tunnel\, but the area is usually very wet. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/rail-trail-destination-clinton/
LOCATION:Rauscher Farm\, 29 Clamshell Road\, Clinton\, 01510
CATEGORIES:Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220519T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220519T210000
DTSTAMP:20230421T200326Z
CREATED:20220422T190444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T200326Z
UID:13479-1652985000-1652994000@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:Central Mass Railroad to Central Mass Rail Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is a two part program including the history of the short-lived Central Mass Railroad that ran from North Station in Boston to Northampton and also about how communities all along the way are converting their sections of the 104-mile railroad into a connected rail trail. This program will focus on the Clinton section that includes the 1\,100-foot long tunnel that will be a true highlight and central part of the Mass Central Rail Trail when completed. \nSpecial Instructions: Join us at 6:30 for discussion and snacks. Program starts at 7pm. Space is limited to 75. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/central-mass-railroad-to-central-mass-rail-trail/
LOCATION:Holder Memorial\, 210 Church Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinton Greenway Conservation Trust":MAILTO:info@clintongreenway.org
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