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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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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:Water Science at Stillwater Farm Interpretive Site
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wonders of water through fun interactive activity stations! Journey through the water cycle and collect beads to create your own unique bracelet. Discover a healthy freshwater stream through an accessible touch tank designed to allow observers to see freshwater macroinvertebrates move in a simulated river environment. Participants use tools such as petri dishes and plastic spoons to handle the macroinvertebrates. They can observe and identify the insects while discovering how they indicate water quality and support a healthy freshwater ecosystem. \nDrop in Saturday\, May 25th between 10 AM and 1 PM. All ages are welcome to this family-friendly event. Dogs are not allowed. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation’s 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/water-science-at-stillwater-farm-interpretive-site/
LOCATION:Stillwater Farm Interpretive Center\, 228 Redemption Rock Rd\, Sterling\, 01564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Open House
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