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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 26th and ending on September 11th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-26/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 26th and ending on September 11th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-25/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 26th and ending on September 11th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-24/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 26th and ending on September 11th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-23/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 26th and ending on September 11th.  Please note that we will NOT have a Wednesday Walk on July 3rd.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!  This walk will be led by our Director of Applied Ecology\, Dan Wilder.These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-21/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T140000
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SUMMARY:2024 Open House and Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Hike our trails\, meet the turtles\, see the birds\, learn about forest health\, do a craft\, learn about Norcross! \nThe public is invited to find out more about all that Norcross has to offer at an open house to be held on Saturday\, April 20th.  Join us at our Administration Building at 30 Peck Road in Wales for family-oriented hands-on activities\, crafts\, a scavenger hunt and so much more!  \nOur public trails will open for the season at 8:30 am followed by a 9:00 am birdwatching walk with the Hampshire Bird Club.  Guided tours of our public trails will be led by Norcross staff and join Dan Jaffe Wilder\, author\, and the Director of Applied Ecology at the Norcross Wildlife Foundation for a discussion about resilient landscapes at 1:00 pm.  \nWe will be joined by other non-profits from the area working to protect nature and wildlife\, including the Turtle Rescue League and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation.  Monson Pack 168 Scouts will be on hand with a fun activity and treats. \nStaff from Norcross Wildlife Foundation will be available to talk about our work and the importance of protecting wildlife and natural resources in our region.  There will also be free giveaways throughout the day! \nSo please come join us to celebrate Earth Day 2024 and learn all about the Norcross Wildlife Foundation and the more than 8\,ooo acres of wildlife sanctuary it cares for in our region.  \nSchedule of Events \n8:30 am – 4:00 pm – Self-guided public nature trails are open for the season!  Trail Maps available at the Trailhead Kiosk. \n9:00 am –  “Birding for All” walk with the Hampshire Bird Club.  Meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:00 am. \n9:00 am – 2:00 pm Visit the Booths of Local Non-Profit Organizations:        \nTurtle Rescue League – Join Directors & Staff from the Turtle Rescue League whose mission is to “keep turtles as a part of the future\, not a thing of the past” in our Visitor Center for some Turtle Time! Learn about the challenges our native turtles face and how we can make a difference in the lives and conservation of these special wetland creatures. \nMassachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation – Visit with the staff from the DCR inside of the Visitor Center to learn how to identify current and future threats to our forest and how the DCR Forest Health Program monitors and manages for them. Children’s activities and informational publications will be available. \nThe Norcross Wildlife Foundation – Meet the Executive Director in the Visitor Center to learn about our mission and what the Foundation is all about.  Check out our free giveaways and be one of the first 10 visitors and receive a free bluebird nesting box! \n10:00 am – Meet at the Trailhead Kiosk for a guided walk with our Ecological Horticulturist\, Leo Kenney.       \n1:00 pm –  Building Resilient Landscapes  \nIn the changing world in which we find ourselves\, it behooves us to build resiliency into every landscape. The days of landscapes dedicated to beauty alone are passing. People are demanding ecologically sensitive landscapes; they want reduced lawn\, reduced maintenance\, and greater wildlife value. Join Dan Jaffe Wilder\, author\, and the Director of Applied Ecology at Norcross Wildlife Foundation for a discussion about resilient landscapes. From choosing native plants\, to dealing with weeds\, to the problem that is the American Lawn\, Dan will touch on numerous challenges and solutions to building resiliency into every landscape.                           \nThroughout the day in the Visitor Center: \n\nChildren’s Hands on Activity \nGive Aways – get your free native plant\, along with a few other surprises!\nNature Scavenger Hunt – Kids can grab a scavenger hunt at the Trailhead Kiosk\, hit the trails to find all the items and once completed\, return to the Visitor Center for a prize!\n\n2:00 pm – Event ends but trails are accessible until 4:00 pm. Take a walk out to the  Trailside Museum to see our special collections.   \n4:00 pm – Trails close promptly at 4:00 pm. \nSchedule and activities are subject to change.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/2024-open-house/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231114
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails will be closed over the Holiday Weekend\, Saturday\, November 11 and Sunday\, November 12.  Trails will reopen to the public on Monday\, November 13 at 8:30 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-weekend-6/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T120000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Hike to Vineca Pond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike to the beautiful Vineca Pond deep in the Sanctuary!Observe a variety of habitats as we hike past the canal and dams on paths not typically available to the public.This moderate hike is geared for adults\, is at a moderate pace\, and is approximately 3.5 miles long.  Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for roots\, rocks\, and maybe even some mud!  Dogs are not allowed.Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.  If there is inclement weather\, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that hike will be taking place. \nPlease wear blaze orange as a precaution as we will be in the woods during hunting season. \n  \nphoto credit:  Dan Wilder
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/saturday-hike-to-vineca-pond/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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SUMMARY:LaFond Oak Forest Program - Hike to Bear and Tupper Hills
DESCRIPTION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation is proud to present the annual LaFond Oak Forest Program in memory of Eugene W. LaFond and Helen Mason LaFond.Saturday\, October 14\, 2023\, at 9:30 am \nJoin us for a hike to the top of Bear and Tupper Hills deep in the Sanctuary!Observe the fall foliage and a variety of habitats as we hike up to Bear Hill and Tupper Hill on trails not typically available to the public.  This moderate to difficult hike is geared for adults\, is at a moderate pace\, and is approximately 4.2 miles long.  Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for elevation\, roots\, and rocks. Dogs are not allowed.Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.  If there is inclement weather\, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place. \nphoto credit:  Dan Wilder
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/lafond-oak-forest-program-hike/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231010
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails will be closed over the Holiday Weekend\, Saturday\, October 7 through Monday\, October 9.  Trails will reopen to the public on Tuesday\, October 10 at 8:30 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-weekend-4/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T120000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Hike to Bear Hill
DESCRIPTION:Due to the rainy weather today this hike will now take place on Saturday\, October 14 as the LaFond Oak Forest Program.  Join us for a hike to the top of Bear Hill deep in the Sanctuary!Observe a variety of habitats as we hike up Tupper Hill to Bear Hill on trails not typically available to the public.This moderate to difficult hike is geared for adults\, is at a moderate pace\, and is approximately 4.2 miles long.  Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for elevation\, roots\, and rocks. Dogs are not allowed.Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.  If there is inclement weather\, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place. \nphoto credit:  Dan Wilder
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/saturday-hike-to-bear-hill/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T120000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Hike to Vineca Pond - RESCHEDULED to Saturday\, October 28\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Out of an abundance of caution\, due to Hurricane Lee\, this hike is being rescheduled to Saturday\, October 28\, 2023.  \nJoin us for a hike to the beautiful Vineca Pond deep in the Sanctuary!Observe a variety of habitats as we hike past the canal and dams on paths not typically available to the public.This moderate hike is geared for adults\, is at a moderate pace\, and is approximately 3.5 miles long.  Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for roots\, rocks\, and maybe even some mud!  Dogs are not allowed.Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.  If there is inclement weather\, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that hike will be taking place. \nphoto credit:  Dan Wilder
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/saturday-hike-to-vinica-pond/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our final morning walk for the season through our Sanctuary.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-20/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230905
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails will be closed over the Labor Day Holiday Weekend\, Saturday\, September 2 through Monday\, September 4.  Trails will reopen to the public on Tuesday\, September 5 at 8:30 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-weekend-3/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-19/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-18/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-17/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-16/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-15/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-14/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
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UID:10000057-1689753600-1689759000@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-13/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-11/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230512T164246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T170927Z
UID:10000056-1688544000-1688549400@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-12/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230512T163724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T170838Z
UID:10000053-1687939200-1687944600@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!These walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.Meet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-10/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230512T125552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T200059Z
UID:10000051-1687611600-1687615200@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Wildlife - All About Opossums
DESCRIPTION:Join Bill and Pam Lefferts of Ferncroft Wildlife Rescue for an overview of wildlife rehabilitation and the role of rehabbers with a focus on opossums and their rescue efforts with them\, supporting wildlife during the winter\, preparing emergency roadside kits\, turning your property into a sanctuary\, learning more about becoming a rehabber or a wildlife volunteer. Ambassador opossums will be in attendance for a meet and greet! \nRegistration is required for this event and space is limited.  The program will be held indoors at the Norcross Wildlife Foundation’s Visitor Center\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA. \nTo Register:  Please call Eileen at (413) 245-1353 or email info@norcrosswildlife.org. \nFerncroft Wildlife Rescue – Home | Facebook \n 
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/backyard-wildlife-all-about-opossums/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230512T163214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T170741Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 21st and ending on September 6th.\nObserve a variety of habitats along the way as we travel on paths not typically available to the public. You never know what types of flora and fauna we will see!\nThese walks are geared for adults and are generally 3-4 miles at a medium to quick pace.\nMeet at the Visitor Center kiosk.  Walks begin promptly at 8:00 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/wednesday-walks-9/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230620
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230421T190319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T191202Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Juneteenth Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails will be closed on the Juneteenth Holiday\, Monday\, June 19th. Trails will reopen to the public on Tuesday\, June 20th at 8:30 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-2/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230530
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230421T175904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T180559Z
UID:10000045-1685145600-1685404799@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Closed for the Holiday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails will be closed over the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend\, Saturday\, May 27 through Monday\, May 29.  Trails will reopen to the public on Tuesday\, May 30 at 8:30 am.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/closed-for-the-holiday-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230228T153023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T171606Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day 2023 Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Norcross Wildlife Foundation Open House\n                     \nSaturday\, April 22\, 2023\nThe staff of the Norcross Wildlife Foundation invites the public to find out more about all that Norcross has to offer\, at an open house to be held on Earth Day\, April 22nd.   Join us at our Administration Building at 30 Peck Road for tours\, displays\, and family-oriented hands-on activities such as helping to plant a native plant meadow\, crafting a butterfly life cycle wheel for children\, a nature scavenger hunt and more!  \nGuided tours of our public trails will be led by Norcross staff\, and we are honored to kick-off the day with an early-riser birdwatching walk with Bill Cormier of Wild Bird Crossing.  \nBat expert and rehabilitator Maureen Heidtmann will give a presentation on her work and will have some live bats for you to see and appreciate the important roles they play in our regional ecosystem.  \nWe will be joined by other non-profits from the area working to protect nature and wildlife\, including the Turtle Rescue League\, the Massachusetts Butterfly Club\, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation\, and Opacum Land Trust. \nLocal high school student May Adams will have a display of her nature photography.  Staff from Norcross Wildlife Foundation will be on hand to talk about our work and the importance of protecting wildlife and natural resources in our region.  There will be a food truck\, free giveaways and free raffles! \nSo please come join us to celebrate Earth Day and learn all about the Norcross Wildlife Foundation and the 8\,021 acres of wildlife sanctuary it cares for in our region.  \nSchedule of Events \n7:00 am – “Birding with Bill” Meet at Trailhead Kiosk for a walk in the Sanctuary with Bird Expert Bill Cormier from the Wild Bird Crossing in Sturbridge. \n8:30 am – 4:00 pm – Self-guided public nature trails are open for the season!  Trail Maps available at the Trailhead Kiosk. \n9:00 am – 2:00 pm Visit the Booths of Local Non-Profit Organizations: \nOpacum Land Trust – Join Opacum Land Trust Directors & Staff under the tent to learn more about the critters that call vernal pools home!  Participate in a pool activity where you can discover a critter\, then learn about its life in a vernal pool.  Everyone who joins in the fun of this activity gets a prize.  At the activity table\, there will also be information about who Opacum Land Trust is and what they do in our local communities to conserve and protect forests and land.                \nTurtle Rescue League – Join Directors & Staff from the Turtle Rescue League whose mission is to “keep turtles as a part of the future\, not a thing of the past” under the tent for some Turtle Time! Learn about the challenges our native turtles face and how we can make a difference in the lives and conservation of these special wetland creatures. \nMassachusetts Butterfly Club – Visit with members of the MBC inside of the Visitor Center for information on butterfly gardening\, samples of guidebooks and publications from the North American Butterfly Association\, view photos\, and learn more about the club and their activities.   \nMassachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation – Visit with the staff from the DCR inside of the Visitor Center to learn how to identify current and future threats to our forest and how the DCR Forest Health Program monitors and manages for them. Children’s activities and informational publications will be available. \nThe Norcross Wildlife Foundation – Meet the Executive Director in the Visitor Center to learn about our mission and what the Foundation is all about.  Check out our free raffle items and enter to win.  Be one of the first 250 visitors and receive a free native plant! \n9:30 am – Help plant the Meadow – Join our Ecological Horticulturist\, Leo Kenney and intern Summer Heschong\, to help plant a new section of our entryway meadow! The area will be prepped but we need your help getting the plants in the ground. A great activity for adults or children\, you will be able to watch the plants grow and flower for years to come! \n10:00 am – Meet at the Trailhead Kiosk for a guided walk with our Ecological Horticulturist\, Leo Kenney. \n11:00 am – Tony’s Happy Valley Pizza Truck will be on-site and open for business.  \n11:30 am – Help plant the Meadow (see description under 9:30 am) \n1:00 pm – Meet at the Trailhead Kiosk for a guided walk with or Director of Applied Ecology\, Dan Wilder.               \n1:00 pm – Bats:  Winged Wonders\, Presented by Bat Expert and Rehabilitator\, Maureen Heidtmann\, in the visitor center classroom space on the lower level (seating is limited).  An overview of bats of the world\, with an emphasis on our local species\, this presentation will cover the persisting myths and misconceptions about these fascinating creatures\, the many roles’ bats play to ensure a healthy planet\, the perils bats face in their struggle for survival\, their amazing resilience and what we can do to help. You may even see a live bat or two!Maureen is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator focusing on bats and has been for over 20 years. She also holds a Master Wildlife Conservationist certificate\, and a permit from the USDA to keep non-releasable bats for educational purposes.  Over the years\, Maureen has presented programs for children and adults at libraries\, schools\, nature centers and botanical gardens.  For the year 2016\, she was the designated regional educator for bat Conservation International and has done voluntary field work for BCI. \n1:30 pm – Help plant the Meadow – Join our Ecological Horticulturist Leonard Kenney and intern Summer Heschong\, to help plant a new section of our entryway meadow! The area will be prepped but we need your help getting the plants in the ground.  A great activity for adults or children\, you will be able to watch the plants grow and flower for years to come!  \nThroughout the day in the Visitor Center: \n\nPhoto Exhibit by local photographer and NWF Volunteer May Adams \nFree NWF Raffle – Enter to win one of five Bluebird Boxes\, one of five Bat Houses\, a NWF Swag Bag\, a Bag of Books or a Van Tour for up to 10 people of the Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary not typically accessible to the public.\nChildren’s Hands on Activity – Create a Butterfly Life Cycle Wheel\nGive Aways – get your free native plant (for the first 250 visitors) and a NWF magnet!\nNature Scavenger Hunt – Kids can grab a scavenger hunt at the Trailhead Kiosk\, hit the trails to find all the items and once completed\, return to the Visitor Center for a prize!\n\nVisit the Trailside Museum and while you are there check out the Tractors and Trucks for a photo op. \n1:55 pm – Raffle drawing (winners do not need to be present to win) \n2:00 pm – Event ends but trails are accessible until 4:00 pm.    \n4:00 pm – Trails close promptly at 4:00 pm. \nSchedule and activities are subject to change.
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/earth-day-2023-open-house/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T174205
CREATED:20230228T195513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T195556Z
UID:10000044-1682152200-1682179200@norcrosswildlife.org
SUMMARY:Public Trails Open For the Season
DESCRIPTION:Our public trails are open for the season for walking and nature viewing.  Enjoy over 2 miles of trails through a variety of habitats; maps are available at the Trailhead Kiosk. \nTrails will be open 8:30am – 4:00pm\, Monday – Saturday\, April 22\, 2023 thru mid-November.\nTrails will be closed on holiday weekends May – November. \nVisit Information – The Norcross Wildlife Foundation
URL:https://norcrosswildlife.org/event/public-trails-open-for-the-season/
LOCATION:Norcross Wildlife Foundation\, 30 Peck Road\, Wales\, MA\, 01081
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