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July 2019
Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Walk: Butterflies
Led by Tom Gagnon Meet at Cooke Ave. entrance Join naturalist, birder, and butterfly enthusiast Tom Gagnon in search of the rare DION SKIPPER and other butterflies around Fitzgerald Lake. We will meet at the Cooke Ave. entrance (the Moose Lodge parking lot) and hike along Boggy Meadow Rd. to the dam, where grasses and wildflowers…
Find out more »Walk: Butterflies
Led by Tom Gagnon Meet at Cooke Ave. entrance Join naturalist, birder, and butterfly enthusiast Tom Gagnon in search of the rare DION SKIPPER and other butterflies around Fitzgerald Lake. We will meet at the Cooke Ave. entrance (the Moose Lodge parking lot) and hike along Boggy Meadow Rd. to the dam, where grasses and wildflowers…
Find out more »Walk: Forest Shrubs and Plants of the Forest Floor
Led by Molly Hale Meet at North Farms Rd. entrance We naturally tend to look up when we’re in a forest, toward the grandeur of the canopy, but there’s an interesting and often overlooked world at our feet as well. Join naturalist Molly Hale for a tour of the forest floor, where a rich variety of…
Find out more »Walk: Forest Shrubs and Plants of the Forest Floor
Led by Molly Hale Meet at North Farms Rd. entrance We naturally tend to look up when we’re in a forest, toward the grandeur of the canopy, but there’s an interesting and often overlooked world at our feet as well. Join naturalist Molly Hale for a tour of the forest floor, where a rich variety of…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »August 2019
Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »September 2019
Northampton City Council Candidate Forums on Climate and Environment
There is growing awareness that climate disruption is a crisis that requires our immediate attention. On the municipal level, a great deal needs to be done, not only to be part of the solution, but to show leadership to other towns and cities about what meaningful actions can be taken locally. For these reasons, it…
Find out more »Northampton City Council Candidate Forums on Climate and Environment
There is growing awareness that climate disruption is a crisis that requires our immediate attention. On the municipal level, a great deal needs to be done, not only to be part of the solution, but to show leadership to other towns and cities about what meaningful actions can be taken locally. For these reasons, it…
Find out more »Northampton City Council Candidate Forums on Climate and Environment
There is growing awareness that climate disruption is a crisis that requires our immediate attention. On the municipal level, a great deal needs to be done, not only to be part of the solution, but to show leadership to other towns and cities about what meaningful actions can be taken locally. For these reasons, it…
Find out more »Northampton City Council Candidate Forums on Climate and Environment
There is growing awareness that climate disruption is a crisis that requires our immediate attention. On the municipal level, a great deal needs to be done, not only to be part of the solution, but to show leadership to other towns and cities about what meaningful actions can be taken locally. For these reasons, it…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Two years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs., so we believe the new protocol is effective. Nonetheless, viable water chestnut seed can persist…
Find out more »Walk: Insect Tracks and Signs
Led by Charley Eiseman (Rain date Sun. 9/22) Meet at North Farms Rd. entrance Insects are extremely specialized in their habits, and because of this it is often possible to learn which ones are around us just by noticing the characteristic patterns and objects they create as they go about their lives. Participants will search…
Find out more »Walk: Insect Tracks and Signs
Led by Charley Eiseman (Rain date Sun. 9/22) Meet at North Farms Rd. entrance Insects are extremely specialized in their habits, and because of this it is often possible to learn which ones are around us just by noticing the characteristic patterns and objects they create as they go about their lives. Participants will search…
Find out more »November 2019
Broad Brook Coalition Annual Meeting
Speaker: Toni Lynn Morelli "Climate Change in Your Backyard" (The impact of climate change on species distribution.) Come hear about how climate is changing in western Massachusetts and the ecological consequences of those changes, including more pests and less maple syrup. Toni Lyn Morelli works for the U.S. Geological Survey Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center…
Find out more »Broad Brook Coalition Annual Meeting
Speaker: Toni Lynn Morelli "Climate Change in Your Backyard" (The impact of climate change on species distribution.) Come hear about how climate is changing in western Massachusetts and the ecological consequences of those changes, including more pests and less maple syrup. Toni Lyn Morelli works for the U.S. Geological Survey Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center…
Find out more »February 2020
Winter Woods Walk
Naturalist Molly Hale will lead this walk to explore the ecotone between flooded wetland and adjacent forest, looking for signs of animal activity and winter survival strategies. We’ll walk along Boggy Meadow Rd. to the beaver pond, then head off-trail to follow the contours of the terrain. Be prepared for muddy and/or icy conditions. Proper…
Find out more »Winter Woods Walk
Naturalist Molly Hale will lead this walk to explore the ecotone between flooded wetland and adjacent forest, looking for signs of animal activity and winter survival strategies. We’ll walk along Boggy Meadow Rd. to the beaver pond, then head off-trail to follow the contours of the terrain. Be prepared for muddy and/or icy conditions. Proper…
Find out more »June 2020
Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »Cancelled: Removal of Invasives on Boggy Meadow Road
This event has been cancelled because of the weather. It will be rescheduled for a later date. The margins of roads provide excellent habitat for the growth of invasive plants. We have surveyed and located many patches of invasives along Boggy Meadow Road, which connects the former Moose Lodge parking lot at the end of…
Find out more »Cancelled: Removal of Invasives on Boggy Meadow Road
This event has been cancelled because of the weather. It will be rescheduled for a later date. The margins of roads provide excellent habitat for the growth of invasive plants. We have surveyed and located many patches of invasives along Boggy Meadow Road, which connects the former Moose Lodge parking lot at the end of…
Find out more »July 2020
Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »August 2020
Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake (Rescheduled)
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »Volunteer: Removal of Water Chestnut from Fitzgerald Lake (Rescheduled)
Three years ago we implemented a new approach to controlling water chestnut in Fitzgerald Lake called "pull early, pull often." In 2017, we removed roughly 1,100 lbs. from the lake but in 2018 the yield was down to 300 lbs. and in 2019, to 140 lbs. Though we are pleased with the results so far,…
Find out more »- North Farms Rd. entrance is off Bridge Rd., N. off Mountain St. or N. Maple St. in Florence.
- Cooke Avenue entrance is off Hatfield St., which runs behind the WalMart/Big Y shopping center, to the end of Cooke Avenue (former Moose Lodge). Park only on the right side.
- Coles Meadow Road entrance is on the eastern end of FLCA, about 0.7 miles from North King Street (Routes 5/10). Park carefully on the street.