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SUMMARY:Bird Outing
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed to be intentionally inclusive and accessible for beginning birders. Birders of all experience levels are welcome. Nestled between two water bodies\, this trail is a wonderful place to look and listen for birds and use our senses to observe behavior and notice habitats. \nWe will walk slowly for ¾ mile round trip. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. For accessibility information\, please contact (617) 645-4329. \nDATE: Friday\, May 29 \nTIME: 9 – 10:30 AM \nLOCATION: Sensory Trail\, Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling\, MA 01564 \nACCESSIBILITY: For ADA/reasonable accommodations\, please call (617) 645-0358\, or email moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals\, when acting within their service capacity\, are welcome. \nCheck out this self-guided StoryMap: storymaps.arcgis.com! \n  \n  \nThis program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/bird-outing-2/
LOCATION:Sensory Trail | Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling\, MA\, MA\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260502T123000
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SUMMARY:Who’s Whoo in the Watershed Forest
DESCRIPTION:Step into the meadow and forest to uncover the secrets of local wildlife! On this ½ mile habitat hike\, search for owl pellets and other wildlife clues. Learn about animal diets by examining replica skulls. After the hike\, you’ll have the opportunity to see what an owl eats by dissecting a sterilized owl pellet. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 2 \nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nLOCATION: Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Road\, Sterling\, MA 01564 \nACCESSIBILITY: Limited accessibility. For ADA/reasonable accommodations\, please call (617) 645-0358\, or email moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals\, when acting within their service capacity\, are welcome. \n  \n  \nThis program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/whos-whoo-in-the-watershed-forest/
LOCATION:Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Rd\, Sterling\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Park Serve Day
DESCRIPTION:Join this family activity to help build homes for our local Eastern bluebirds and plant spring flowers at Stillwater Farm. \nLearn about bluebird habitat\, attracting and keeping bluebirds\, and how to maintain and predator-proof a bluebird house. Build a nesting box to take home for your own backyard. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\, SPOTS ARE LIMITED. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 2 \nTIME: 10 – 11 AM \nLOCATION: Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Road\, Sterling\, MA 01564 \nACCESSIBILITY: Limited accessibility. For ADA/reasonable accommodations\, please call (617) 645-0358\, or email moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals\, when acting within their service capacity\, are welcome. \n  \n  \nThis program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/park-serve-day/
LOCATION:Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Rd\, Sterling\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Volunteer Opportunities,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250530T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250530T103000
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SUMMARY:BIRD OUTING
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed to be intentionally inclusive and accessible for beginning birders. Birders of all experience levels are welcome. Nestled between two water bodies\, this trail is a wonderful place to look and listen for birds and use our senses to observe behavior and notice habitats. \nWe will walk slowly for ¾ mile round trip. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. For accessibility information\, please contact (617) 645-4329. \nDATE: Friday\, May 30th \nTIME: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nLOCATION: Sensory Trail\, Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling\, MA 01564 \nACCESSIBILITY: The Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT)\, Wachusett Greenways section\, is a 10’ wide shared-use stone dust surface. This MCRT path between two water bodies\, West Waushacum and the Quag\, offers easy access to nature. For accessibility information\, please contact (617) 645-4329. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals\, when acting within their service capacity\, are welcome. \n  \nThis program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/bird-outing/
LOCATION:Sensory Trail | Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling\, MA\, MA\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T150000
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SUMMARY:Stillwater Farm OPEN HOUSE and BIOBLITZ
DESCRIPTION:This historic farmhouse\, built in the 1790s\, features displays on the Wachusett Watershed\, local wildlife\, and the farm’s history. The area features a one-acre meadow and a one-mile forest hiking trail along the rocky hillside. Stop in to help survey habitats and identify plants and animals to contribute to a snapshot of the biodiversity in the area. Your participation will help us provide future educational opportunities. \nFocus areas with field staff are scheduled throughout the day. 10-11 a.m.: Native pants and community planting project. Everyone is welcome to participate! \nDATE: Saturday\, May 24th \nTIME: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nLOCATION: Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Road\, Sterling\, MA 01564 \nACCESSIBILITY: The area has a mix of mowed lawn and accessible picnic tables to a moderate hike on a rocky hillside. For accessibility information\, please contact (617) 645-4329. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Service and medical support animals\, when acting within their service capacity\, are welcome. \n  \nThis program is offered by MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/stillwater-farm-open-house-and-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Rd\, Sterling\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes,Open House
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SUMMARY:North Dike to Dam Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:This guided walk is about 1 mile along the North Dike to the Wachusett Dam in Clinton. This open hillside walk along the Wachusett Reservoir offers interesting views overlooking the 65 billion gallon reservoir. Points of interest will feature the history of the construction of this water supply that provides drinking water for over 3 million people. \nOnce you reach the dam\, take some time to explore the area and return on your own. The walkway across the dam will be open for walking at 2:00 pm. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 10th \nTIME: 12:30 – 1:30 PM \nLOCATION: Wachusett Reservoir Gate 39\, Intersection of South Meadow Road and Route 110\, Clinton\, MA 01510 \nPARKING: Overflow parking is available at Clinton High School \nACCESSIBILITY: Two mile round trip walk on uneven natural surface. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. Heavy rain cancels. \nCheck out this StoryMap for a self-guided option! \n  \nThis program is offered by the MA DCR Division of Water Supply Protection 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/north-dike-to-dam-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Wachusett Reservoir Gate 39 – North Dike\, 75 West Boylston Street\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Walks & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250329T120000
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SUMMARY:Sterling Rail Trail and Pond Loop
DESCRIPTION:DCR Division of Water Supply Protection Wachusett Reservoir Watershed Saturday Hiking Series \nPrograms are free and open to the public. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. Get to know beautiful shoreline views of the Wachusett Reservoir with this hiking series in each of the four towns of the reservoir. The winter landscape reveals features hidden the rest of the year. Hikes are moderate\, with some hills to rewarding views from a new perspective each week. Dress for the weather. Bring water and trekking poles\, traction devices\, or snowshoes depending on trail conditions\, and your sense of adventure! Dogs are not allowed on watershed properties. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, to check on event status please call 617-352-4044 or email Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov. \nSaturday\, March 29\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (note longer duration)\nAbout a 3.8 mile round trip on easy to moderate terrain. Fine tune your senses and connect to the magic of spring!\nMeet at Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/sterling-rail-trail-and-pond-loop/
LOCATION:Mass Central Rail Trail (Sterling Spur)\, 25 Gates Road\, Sterling\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250322T120000
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SUMMARY:Signs of Spring at Kendall Cove
DESCRIPTION:DCR Division of Water Supply Protection Wachusett Reservoir Watershed Saturday Hiking Series \nPrograms are free and open to the public. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. Get to know beautiful shoreline views of the Wachusett Reservoir with this hiking series in each of the four towns of the reservoir. The winter landscape reveals features hidden the rest of the year. Hikes are moderate\, with some hills to rewarding views from a new perspective each week. Dress for the weather. Bring water and trekking poles\, traction devices\, or snowshoes depending on trail conditions\, and your sense of adventure! Dogs are not allowed on watershed properties. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, to check on event status please call 617-352-4044 or email Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov. \nSaturday\, March 22\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (note longer duration)\nMeet at Wachusett Reservoir Gate 35\, intersection of Route 110 and Chace Hill Rd\, Sterling\, MA.\nEnjoy the views\, look and listen for harbingers of warmer days ahead!\nAbout 4 miles round trip\, moderate terrain.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/signs-of-spring-at-kendall-cove/
LOCATION:Wachusett Reservoir – Gate 35\, Intersection of Route 110 and Chace Hill Rd\, Sterling\, MA\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks & Hikes
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