Weeds of Winter
Visitor Events
We will identify weeds and other plants during their winter months, and learn how they cope with this dormant period.
12 events found.
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Birding with the Audubon Society
Partner EventsJoin Anne Swaim, Executive Director of Saw Mill River Audubon on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main […]
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Volunteer Work Project- A Late Look at the Invasives and Their Removal
Volunteer EventsOne of the best times to control vegetation surprisingly is now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand […]
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Birding with the Audubon Society
Partner EventsJoin Anne Swaim, Executive Director of Saw Mill River Audubon on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main […]
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Winter Waterfowl Migrants
Visitor EventsCome witness, through a tripod scope, the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars.
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Backyard Bird Bonanza- Make ‘n’ Take Bluebird Nesting Boxes
Visitor EventsIn this popular program, we will learn the needs of these creatures that constantly struggle for nesting habitat. All materials will be provided to make a box. Participants must register […]
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Bird Bonanza – Observe and build Backyard Bird Feeders
Visitor EventsWe will identify the birds that visit our feeders as well as create some simple feeders that you can take home to attract birds in your neighborhood. Participants must register […]
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All About Owls
Visitor EventsCome and learn all about owls with hands on activities including dissecting owl pellets.
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Spring Birds on a Collective Feather
Visitor EventsJoin us in the Visitor Center as we discuss the birds found at the sanctuary and view sample specimens. Then we will trek out to observe the birds and learn […]
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Volunteer Work Project- Planting around the Sanctuary Entrance
Volunteer EventsHelp spruce up the entrance kiosk with seasonal plantings to welcome the summer weather. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
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Volunteer Work Project- Touch-up Painting around the Sanctuary
Volunteer EventsCome help beautify some of our structures for the season. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
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Volunteer Work Project- Checking the hiking trails and portals
Volunteer EventsHelp clear the hiking trails and portals of debris to prepare for summer visitors. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.