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by  The Trustees of Reservations

The Trustees
of Reservations
Conserving the
Massachusetts Landscape
Since 1891
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Volume 8, No. 2 Spring 2000
A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
For Members and Donors of
The Trustees of Reservations New Executive DirectorAndy Kendall (right) is congratulated by FredWinthrop (left),who recently retired
aftera remarkable 15-yearcareerhighlighted bythe protection of 12,000 acres ofland.
Trustees Welcome Andrew Kendall as New Executive Director
Many of our members and donors will have already read acre Boston Nature Center on the site of the former Boston
about the appointment of Andrew Kendall as Executive State Hospital in Mattapan, including negotiating acquisition
Director ofThe Trustees of Reservations. The board, staff, of the land from the state, raising $10 million for the project,
and volunteers of the organization extend to Andy a very designing the site, developing public programming, recruiting
warm welcome. We would like to take this special and training staff, and overseeing community outreach. At
opportunity to share with you some ofAndy's background the same time, he managed the operations ofthe organization's
and interests. sanctuaries in the metropolitan Boston region, including the
A native of Massachusetts, Andy earned his Bachelor Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary in Belmont and the Blue Hills
of Arts degrees in Economics and Astronomy from Amherst Trailside Museum in Milton.
College in 1983 and his Master in Business Administration In 1999, Andy worked as a consultant, first for the
degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Business in 1988. National Audubon Society, where he assisted with the
In his early career, Andy worked in business management development of an urban nature center in downtown Los
for an animal feed company in Arizona and, subsequently, for Angeles, and, most recently, for a Boston area foundation,
a welding manufacturer in Ohio. In 1990, he moved to where he developed their environmental grants program.
NH
Concord, to become Executive Vice President in charge Andy's collective experiences in management, strategic
of managing the Audubon Society of New Hampshire. Three planning, marketing, fund raising, finance, and advocacy,
years later, he set up an environmental business consulting and his proven effectiveness in working collaboratively with
practice in Costa Rica, where he brought together govern- nonprofit organizations, businesses, foundations, and
ments, businesses, and conservation organizations to mitigate governments, are well-suited to the conservation challenges
carbon emissions and protect the biodiversity of tropical rain which The Trustees faces in the coming years.
forest communities. Andy enjoys recreational aviation, bicycle and foot
Andy returned to Massachusetts in 1995, when he was racing, tennis, wind surfing, photography, and bird watching.
appointed Director of Boston Programs for the Massachusetts He lives in Newton with his wife, Emilie, and their son,
Audubon Society. While there, he led the creation of the 70- Oliver. They are expecting their second child inJune. ^
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From the Chairman of the Board
Dear Friends and Trustees: developed in recent years will need to be invigorated by talented,
While we are all tired of references to the energetic, and creative people.
Millennium and the "New Age," the spring Andy Kendall is theperfect person to lead TheTrusteesthrough
of2000 hasmarked a truechangingof the these challenges. He has a lifelong commitment to environmental
guard at The Trustees of Reservations. causes, a strong business background, and extensive experience
Andy Kendall has moved smoothly into in forging effective alliances. I am confident that Andy will build
the position of Executive Director, and upon the success of our organization.
Fred Winthrop is enjoying retirement after Working with Fred has been one ofthe most rewarding and
fifteen years at the helm ofThe Trustees. enjoyable times of my life. I now look forward to a collaboration
As Chairman, I have the special with Andy. My message as Chairman? The heart and soul ofThe
opportunity to write to you during this exciting transition. Trustees of Reservations have been, and will continue to be, in
We (institutionally) and I (personally) cannot say enough very good hands.
about Fred Winthrop's contributions to The Trustees during his
tenure as Executive Director. He has left a permanent imprint
on the organization. Under Fred's leadership, we have grown
dramatically in every measurable way, including reservations,
protected acreage, members, and annual gifts. Elliot M. Surkin
Too often, in our "bigger is better" society, growth signals Chairman, Standmg Committee
a dilution of quality. Not here! We are bigger and we are better.
Across the state, Fred built a staff with a team spirit and a
dedication to the work ofThe Trustees and to Fred, himself. The JANUARY 1985 MARCH 2000
organization has not only remained true to its core principles, but
Reservations 68 85*
it has also succeeded in modifying the ways in which conservation
Conservation Restrictions 64 IBS
and preservation opportunities are identified and acted upon, both
Acres Protected (approx.) 22,000 34,000*
for the benefit of the public and with a sensitivity to the special
Members 4.500 25,000
places being protected. We are nowcommitted and poised to extend
Annual Giving $389,000 $1.5 M
our conservation work to every corner ofthe Commonwealth.
Value ofEndowment $12.1 M $84.0 M
The challenges facing The Trustees ofReservations and
Full-time Staff 39 103
others seeking to protect our landscape heritage are increasing.
There is more pressure than ever on our dwindling land includes two reservations to be dedicated and opened in 2000
resources. Traditional conservation techniques and innovations
Founded in 1891,TheTrusteesofReservations is a member- AndrewKendall Regional Directors:
supported nonprofitconservation organization which preserves, ExecutiveDirector ThomasFoster
for public use and enjoyment, propertiesofexceptional scenic, SarahCarothers SoutheastRegion
The Trustees historic, and ecological value in Massachusettsandworksto Directorof 781/821-2977
protectspecial places across thestate. Today,TheTrustees PlannedGiving
ofReservations owns, manages, and interprets 83 reservations totalingover RichardHowe CIshlrainsdtsopRheegrioKnennedy
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photographs,comments, and AnnPowell Northeast Region
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Tel [phone] Special Places, May 2000. Volume 8, Issue Number 2. WesleyWard Editor
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STEWARDSHIP
scheme will maintain the open fields and supplement the
nutritional needs of the herd;
a working dairy that generates one of several possible value-
The Vision for Appleton Farms
added products, such as ice cream or cheese;
Applcton Farms in Hamilton production of high quality hay for sale and on-farm use as
and Ipswich is among the well as lower quality mulch hay;
most important agricultural a variety ofcultivated crops managed as a Community Supported
Agriculture operation; and
landscapes in Massachusetts
and the country. It is the a combination of traditional and innovative farming practices
that help conserve natural resources.
second oldest, continuously
operating farm in the United
A MODEL FOR HISTORIC, SCENIC,
States, among the largest
AND ECOLOGICAL RESOURCE
farms in the Commonwealth,
PROTECTION
and one ofthe few surviving
working farms in Northeast Appleton Farms will demonstrate the best
Massachusetts. It embodies practices in preservation of historic, scenic,
and ecological resources, including:
the historic record of a
founding family ofthe Massa- preserving twenty-two buildings to
chusetts Bay Colony which support farm operations, visitor
creatively farmed the land for services, maintenance, residential housing, income generation,
and administration;
nine consecutive generations.
restoring stone walls and gated entrances, tree-lined avenues,
It is a place ofproductivity
and pleasure, its fertile fields and monuments located throughout the property;
and grassy pastures part of cataloguing, preserving, and displaying important examples of
a landscape designed for the farm's archives and collections and making them available
aesthetics and recreation. Its for research, education, and exhibition;
natural areas—woods aiul wetlands—and its managed grasslands maintaining the property's outstanding scenic qualities;
provide ecologically-vital habitats for wildlife. Above all, it is a managing 160 acres ofgrassland to preserve critical habitat
jewel of open space in an increasingly congested countryside, for rare grassland-dependent wildlife; and
where visitors can step back to a time before suburbia and managing 400 acres ofwoodland to protect wildlife habitat.
interstate travel.
A PLACE OF ENJOYMENT, WONDER,
On the cover of our Spring 1998 issue ofSpecial Places
LEARNING, AND RECREATION
("Historic Appleton Farms Enters a New Era with The
Trustees"), we announced thatJoan Appleton had relinquished Visitors to Appleton Farms will be able
her life estate in Appleton Farms, transferring its ownership and to explore the landscape and learn about
management to The Trustees of Reservations. Since then, a group farming and ways in which it is practiced,
ofstaffand volunteers has worked tirelessly to understand the including:
physical—and spiritual—essence ofAppleton Farms and to chart outdoor recreation, such as hiking,
a course for its future. jogging, picnicking, nature study,
In March, The Trustees completed an extensive plan for horseback riding, and cross-country skiing;
Appleton Farms, one whose core vision is guided by a commit- exhibits and self-guided trails;
ment to make Appleton Farms a dynamic, actively farmed interpretation and educational programs;
landscape where the wishes ofthe Appleton family and the special events;
diverse mission ofthe organization can be united. Accordingly, participation in a Community Supported Agriculture
operation; and
"Appleton Farms will become a place where farming, farm-based retail operations.
natural and historic resource protection,and public
programs are Integrated into a single stewardship
ACHIEVING THE VISION
approach," describes LisaVernegaard,Associate Director
of Planning and Ecology."This vision will,we believe, At Appleton Farms,we have an extraordinary opportunity to create
become a reality,but it will take time, broad public a 21St century model for agriculture,conservation,recreation,and
support,and significant funding," she adds. learning.Turning this vision into a reality will require the time and
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energy ofmany people and a major investment $12 million dollars
A VIBRANT WORKING FARM
in capital projects,annual operations,and endowment.To date,a handful
Appleton Farms will be a real working ofvolunteers has begun to form workgroups and just over $1.6 million
farm whose key features include: has been raised.We have made a good beginning,but there remains a
a grass-based livestock operation, lot ofworkto do and funds to raise over the comingyears.
starting with beefcattle and eventually To get Involved,please callWayne Mitton at 978/412-2566
including a dairy herd and possibly oremail him at [email protected] 9
other livestock. A rotational grazing
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The Commonwealth and The Trustees:
Partners in Farmland Preservation
Organic farmer Eileen Droescher germinates broccoli seeds
in a greenhouse near the base of Mt.Tom in the Connecticut
RiverValley.These seedlings will eventually feed family"share-
holders" who purchase an annual share in the produce
grown on Ol'Turtle Farm.
orTurtle Farm,Easthampton.
In New Braintree,early spring finds Glenn Stiliman pruning
apple trees. Most ofthe apples,corn,potatoes,and beans he niches." Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farms,
grows on this 16-acre parcel next to his main farm will be sold roadside farmstands, and farmers markets are increasingly
through his farmstand and farmers markets around the state. valuable to local farmers; Massachusetts is second in the nation
in income per farm from direct retail sales.
What do these two successful farmers have in common? Both An improved balance sheet alone, however, will not halt
are farming land that would have become housingdevelopments development, only slow its progress. "It will be a long time
ifnot for the state's Department of Food and Agriculture and before the highest financial return from farmland is farming,"
The Trustees of Reservations. notes Rich Hubbard, director ofthe state's farmland protection
Over the past fifty years, 70%* of Massachusetts farmland program. "We need to secure a base ofviable agricultural land
has been lost due to rising land values and changing farm for the future. That's where the Agricultural Preservation
economics. Why? Demand for residential and commercial real Restriction (APR) Program comes in."
estate has driven the price of "developable" rural land far beyond The state's APR Program buys perpetual restrictions on
its value as farmland. Thus, when farmland comes up for sale farmland, prohibiting development or conversion to non-
to the highest bidder, it often ends up in the hands of developers. agricultural uses. The land itselfremains in private ownership and
In additon, high labor costs, may be passed on to the next
advances in mechanization and generation or sold to another
technology, low transportation farmer.
costs, and global trade have all The APR Program was
contributed to a shift in the brought to Massachusetts in
production oftraditional crops the late 1970s by Frederic
from local farms to those in other Winthrop, now the recently
regions ofthe U.S and abroad. retired Executive Director of
More than eight out often TheTrustees who was then
farms which have characterized Commissioner ofFood and
much ofthe Massachusetts Agriculture. "We recognized
landscape for the last two that we had to give farmers
hundred years have been lost in another way to get some of
just three generations. According the equity out oftheir land
to the Massachusetts Audubon without selling it off for
Society, of the forty-four acres of development," says Winthrop.
land in Massachusetts developed Upland Farm nearthe BryantHomestead,Cummington. "By restricting their land,
every day, about half is farmland. farmers receive a one-time
"We're running out oftime," laments Wesley Ward, Director payment from the state in exchange for the land's development
of Land Conservation at The Trustees. "In a very short period, rights." In the last 23 years, the state has invested $110 million
half or more of the remaining unprotected farmland in the state (and an additional $30 million from other sources) to protect
could be developed. How we respond will determine the fate of over 44,000 acres of farmland.
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agriculture and the face ofthe landscape in Massachusetts." The demands on the APR Program are so great that
Fortunately, there are signs of hope. "Massachusetts funding has not kept pace; there is typically a backlog ofseveral
agriculture is alive and well," saysJay Healy, Commissioner of years from application to completion. Unfortunately, not every
the state's Department of Food and Agriculture, and a farmer landowner is willing or can afford to wait. Through its affiliate,
himself. "The traditional farming model is changing in this global the Massachusetts Land Conservation Trust (MLCT), The
economy. A new generation offarmers is doing more direct Trustees and other organizations are working creatively to
marketing, adding value to their products, creating specialty bridge that gap, often by purchasing APRs and then reselling
Spring 2000 SPFCIAI PI ACi Page 5
continued from previous page... I,add and the Franklin Land Trust, MLCT and the town
tlicm to tlic state when hincling becomes available. In the purchased an APR on the property, securing it until state
past two years alone, MLCT has completed seven projects funding became available.
protecting more than 600 acres of farmland. As we go to press, MLCT is engaged in
Kxamples include: "The state's 20-year similar projects in Dartmouth, Brimficid,
Sutton, Dracut, Cummington, and Sheffield.
When a developer proposed a 12-house investment in farmland The elation for each success is tempered by
development on farmland near the center of frequent news of farmlands being lost. "It's
Easthampton, the Mayor assigned to MLCT preservation totals frustrating," adds Charlie Wyman, a land
the city's right-of-first-refusal under the state's roughly 1% of the protection specialist for The Trustees who
farmland assessment law. The local works closely with the APR Program. "To a
community raised $80,000 for the cause, cost of the Big Dig. large extent, we know the solutions and we
and MLCT teamed with the APR Program, We need to do better. " have the tools, but we're still losing farms for
farmer Eileen Droescher, and the Pascommuck lack ofadequate state funding and low-cost
Conservation Trust to secure the farm's loans to bridge the gap. The state's 20-year
CharlieWyman
future. investment in farmland preservation totals
ThLeanTdruPsrtoeteesctoifoRneSspeercviaatliisotns roughly 1% of the cost of the Big Dig. We
In Harvard, Westward Orchards agreed to need to do better."
sell an APR to the town and the state at below market value,
but the town couldn't proceed without the state's participation.
MLCT Did you know?
agreed to "pinch hit" for the state, temporarily
acquiring its share of the APR with an interest-free note, Did you know that even modest state funding levels for farm
allowing the sale to proceed. assistance are In jeopardy?The state bond authorization funding
APR purchases and other farm assistance programs expires in
When bankruptcy hit Albert Farms ofWorthington, the
June 2000,and the re-authorization bill is moving slowly through
Hilltown Land Trust worked with the court and a buyer to
acquire APRs for eventual resale to the state, aided by technical the legislature.To ensure the future ofthis valuable preservation
assistance and a loan from MLCT. tool,call your legislators and voice supportfor H.B.4367.
The will of Edgar Collis of Leyden instructed his executor to For more information aboutfarmland preservation call
place an APR on his 90-acre farm before selling it. A will or e-mailWesleyWard at 978/524-1866 (virward@ttororg)
contest and delays in APR funding stymied the executor for or CharlieWyman at 978/524-1867 (cwyman@ttororg).£^
years, but in 1998, with the help of volunteer attorney Daniel
*source: U.S.DepartmentofAgriculture
T
HISTC Castle Hill Casino Restoration Project At Critical Point
RES^
Last year, thanks to the generous support of local donors and
the largest grant ever made by the Massachusetts Historical
Commission, the Ballroom and Bachelors' Quarters at the
Casino (meaning little house in Italian) were completely restored.
Attention then turned to the Casino's retaining wall, the
architectural feature which unifies the Casino with the Grand
AUee. Extensive testing demonstrated that the wall suffered from
"systemic" alkali silica reactivity. In short, this meant that the Detailoffacadeof
Bachelor'sQuartersatthe
wall could not be restored.
Castle HillCasinobefore
As a solution, the original wall has been removed and is andafterrestoration.
being reconstructed as a replica ofthe original using modern
techniques to guard against a recurrence ofthe condition. The The replacement wall will be completed in late summer.
work is being led by Carry Rich of InSite, a firm whose Funds are urgently needed to complete this phase ofwork and to
reputation for excellence in concrete work is matched by Rich's restore and landscape thecourtyard. Unless funds can be raised to
long-time affection for Castle Hill. To date, balustrades and allow the projectto proceed, work will have to be stopped.
other decorative features have been selectively salvaged and will For information about how you can help keep this exciting project
be re-used. Insite is conducting tests to match the color and moving forward,please contactAnn Powell at 978/524-1860 or
£~
texture ofthe original wall finishes as closely as possible. email [email protected].
Page 6 lAL PLACES Spring 2000
the Stelmokas Farm is embodied in its well maintained, walled
fields, classic New England farmstead, and views over-looking the
Quabbin region. Funds for the purchase ofthe CR and an
easement for a trail to eventually be created were provided by
several very generous friends and donors to a local fundraising
campaign. We wish new ownersJim and Bill Stelmokas well in
their plans to eventually re-establish a dairy operation at the farm.
2000 LandTrust Conference Largest Ever
WIGGLESWORTH
The 11th Massachusetts Land Trust Conference, held on
property, IPSWICH:
Saturday, March 18th at the Bancroft School in Worcester, was
attended by more than 300 people who came to participate in Prior to the sale of
her upland property,
fifteen workshops on such subjects as ecological priorities for
Hope Wigglesworth
land protection, legal issues in land conservation, municipal placed a CR on 1.1
campaigns, and increasing funding for conservation. John
acres in order to
DeVillars, Lecturer in Environmental Leadership at MIT,
buffer and protect
delivered an inspiring address, urging conservationists to rise to
the adjacent salt
the challenge ofprotecting open space throughout Massachusetts
marsh habitat within
during these times of intense pressure on the land.
the Parker River/
Essex Bay Area of
Implementation Begins on Action Plan Wigglesworth Property,Ipswich. Critical Environ-
Following the completion ofThe Trustees' Landscape Protection mental Concern.
Plan called Conserving Our Common Wealth (see Summer 1999 The CR also protects the scenic view from the Castle Neck River
issue ofSpecial Places), staff and volunteers have just completed and the entrance to Crane Beach.
an ambitious "Land Protection Action Plan"to guide the
organization's land conservation agenda over the next ten years. Slocum's River Reserve to Open in August
The plan examines land protection policies and stewardship In August, The Trustees and Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
models and recommends strategies for conserving unprotected (DNRT) will open the Slocum's River Reserve located on the
landscapes as well as parcels critical to the integrity of our western bank of the Slocum's River in Dartmouth, a tidal estuary
reservations. The plan also recommends ways to improve our on Buzzards Bay. The specific date ofthe opening is yet to be
land conservation education and outreach program, public announced, but will be posted on our web site.
issues advocacy work, and technical assistance to land trusts
and landowners as well as expand land conservation work into
additional communities across the state.
Recent Conservation Restrictions (CR)
hunnewell/palmer property,wellesley: In 1996, The
Trustees placed a CR on the Hunnewell Farm, the last farm
in active agricultural use in the Town ofWellesley. M. Luisa
B. Hunnewell and Morgan Palmer have just placed a CR on six
acres of land adjoining Hunnewell Farm. The CR permanently
protects a scenic open pasture and the woodland backdrop of
the Hunnewell Farm and adds to the 143 acres of land in the
Lake Waban area ofWellesley and Natick protected under nine Slocum'sRiverReserve,Dartmouth.
previous CRs by members ofthe Hunnewell family.
Visitors to the reserve will enjoy sweeping views of the
STELMOKAS FARM, Slocum's River, woodland trails, and a network oftrail easements
I barre: Years of that offers walkers a chance to amble amidst numerous pastures
discussions with the and fields ofcorn and alfalfa. The Slocum's River Reserve will be
Stelmokas family jointly owned and managed with DNRT, our partner in the
£~
came to a happy Slocum's River Conservation Project.
conclusion in late m
March when The j.i.njaimi.i.Mii|in
Trustees and the ^^^^^^^^^H ACREAGE PROTECTED
Hardwick Area
LAND OWNED 83 reservations 21,647
Conservation Trust
jointly purchased a
CR on 221 acres of LAND UNDER CR 188 parcels 12,428
this highly scenic (asof3/31/00) TOTAL 34,075
Stelmokas Farm,Barre. farm. The beauty of
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A Listing of Updated and Newly Scheduled Summer Events
w ISLANDS REGION
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Look for this"V"
symbol in the following pages for events which
MOONLIGHT PADDLES ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD
offer volunteer opportunities!
Forinformationandreservations, contactSuzan HclUncatnpiatS0H/(i93-7<i(->2.
CENTRAL REGION
Explore the ponds in a new light! The following three moonlightcanoe
and kayak trips will beoffered on Pocha Pond at Cape Poge andTisbury
Great Pond at Long Point. Watch the sun set and full moon rise, learn
SUNDAY,JUNE 4 - 12 noon to 3 pm about moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Reservations
The Old Manse Family Day required. All programs are weather permitting (clear nights only).
The Old Manse, Concord 978/369-3909 Member: $27. Non-member: $30. Adults 16andoverplease.
Fun for all ages! Join Henry DavidThoreau for a stroll through the Friday,June 16 - 7pm to 9:30pm
vegetable garden he planted in 1842. Learn about the history and Overcast/Rain Date,June 17, 7:30I'M- lOPM
language offlowers. Try one ofmanycraft activities and listen as stories Tisbury Great Pond, Long Point Wildlife Refuge, WestTisbury.
are told and music is played. Small fee foroutdooractivities. House Meet at the winter parking lot. Deep Bottom Road.
tours:Member: FREE. Non-member: adult$6,child (6-12) $4,
Sunday,July 16 - 7pm to 9:30pm
senior/student $5.
Overcast/Ram Date,July 17, 7:30PM- lOPM
TUESDAY. JUNE 20 - 7 am to 8:15 am Pocha Pond, Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge, Chappaquiddick.
Summer Solstice Celebration Meet at Mytoi parking lot.
The OldManse, Concord 978/369-3909 Monday,August 14 - 6:45pm to 9:15pm
Join Riverbend Landing members foran early morningwelcometo Overcast/Rain Date, August 15, 7PM- 9:30PM
Summer. We will havemeditationand readings highlightingtheeffects Tisbury Great Pond, LongPointWildlife Refuge, WestTisbury.
thatthe season and surrounding landscape have on our nature and spirit. Meet atthe winter parking lot. Deep Bottom Road.
FREEto all.
MARTHA'SVINEYARD ECOLOGY WALKS
SUNDAYS, JULY THROUGH AUGUST - I pm to 3pm Forinformationandreservations, contactSuzan Bellincampiat508/693-7662.
Music and Musings The following Roving RangerSpecialtyWalkswill be offered atall
The OldManse, Concord 978/369-3909 Martha'sVineyard reservations; pleasecheck the property bulletin boards.
Join us on Sunday afternoons forstorytellingand/or live music in our Member: $3, Non-member $5, child $2. Unless otherwisenoted.
restored barn foundation. Weather permitting. FREE to all.
SATURDAY, JULY 8 - 0am to 2noon
1 1
WEDNESDAY,JULY 12 & 26 - 5pm to 7pm TheWasque Landscape- Past,Presentand Future
Twilight atThe Old Manse How have humans and nature affected the landscape ofWasque?
The OldManse, Concord 978/369-3909 TheTrustees Restoration Team will lead a 2 mile hike and discuss
The house will be open for regulartourson these two evenings. Wasque's uniquehabitatsandtheir work to restore this rare landscape.
Member: FREE.Non-member: adult$6,child (6-12) $4,senior/student $5. Meet at the parking lotacross from thegatehouse.
SUNDAY,JULY 16 - Timeto be announced SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 - 3pm to 5 pm
Butterfly Meadow Day Witches,Cannonbalis,and Long Point Lore
Rock House Reservation, WestBrookfield 978/840-4446 Join Lloyd Raleigh, Islands Regional Ecologist, on a hike as he shares
Come celebratethe summer atour new butterfly meadow. Learn about stories ofLong Point. Learn aboutthe people and events that shaped
butterflies and butterflygardening. Otheractivities forall ages! Call for this region and the property's land use history from thetime ofthe
more program information. Pre-registration required. FREE to all. Wampanoag to the present. Meet at winterparking lot. Deep
Bottom Road.
SUNDAY,JULY 23 - Timeto beannounced
Family Dayat Peaked Mountain FRIDAY, AUGUST 25 - 9am to am
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PeakedMountain, Monson 978/840-4446 Wasque Birds
Bring the family and explore Peaked Mountain, one ofour newest Join our biologist for a shorebird walk. Bring binoculars and meet
reservations. Call for more program information. FREE to all. attheWasque Beach parking lot.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 & 6 - Timetobeannounced SUNDAY, AUGUST 27 - 10am to noon
RevolutionaryWar Encampment V Coastal Salt PondsofLong Point
The OldManse, Concord 978/369-3909 Coastal SaltPonds area rareand unique ecosystem thatiscurrently
The Old Mansewill host a weekend encampment ofBritish Regular being studied at LongPoint.JoinTheTrustees' aquaticecologistto learn
re-enactorsfromNewYork and Massachusetts. Stop byto seewhat more aboutecology, wildlife, and preservation efforts forthese ponds.
everydaycamp life was like for these soldiers. Enjoy watching soldiers Meet at the winter parking lot. Deep Bottom Road.
make camp, drill, and play music. FREEtoall.
THURSDAYS, JULYTHROUGH AUGUST - 9am to 1 1 am THURSDAYS,JUNE THROUGHAUGUST - I I am & 1:30pm
Menemsha HillsWeeklyWalks Castle Hill Historic LandscapeTours
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Do you have questions about the history,geology, and wildhfe at Castle Hill, The CraneEstate, Ipswich 978/356-4351
Menemsha Hills? We have answers! Join us for a guided tour. Enjoy walkingthe propertywhilelearningaboutthecontributionsof
such famous landscape architectsas the Olmsted Brothers and Arthur
FRIDAY, JULY 14 - 9am to I I am Shurcliff. Volunteer-led tours run about one hour;comfortable
Menemsha Hills DiscoveryWalk footwear recommended. FREEwith normal fee to Castle Hill.
What's new atTheTrusteesofReservations? We have a new Executive
Director!Join us for a hike at Menemsha Hillsand meetour new JULYTHROUGHAUGUST- 8:30 pm
Executive Director, Andrew Kendall. FREE to all. Castle Hill Picnic Concerts
Castle Hill, The Crane Estate, Ipswich 978/356-4351
NORTHEAST REGION
Enjoy a summerpicnicconcerton the Grand Allee, ourmagnificent
seasidelawn. Pack up a picnic and bringthe wholefamily for an
eveningofgreatentertainment. Regional musicianswill perform on the
THROUGHOUTTHE SUMMER - TUESDAYS 10am back terrace ofthe Great House. $10 percar. Admission at thegate.
Long Hill Horticultural Lecture and Workshop Series July 6 White Lightening, SwingJazz
LongHill, Beverly 978/921-1944 July 13 TheMighty Charge, Reggae
Refreshments served from 9:30 am to 9:45 am. Pre-registration is July 20 TapRoot, Female Quartet
&
required. Pleasecall for details. July27 Roll Tumble, Acoustic Blues
& &
June 6 Virburnums toTemptAny Gardener Lecture August 3 Ipswich CommunityBand JazzBand,Marches Jazz
June 13 PruningWorkshop August 10 TheMikeShea BandwithJohn Cocoran, Irish
June20 PropagatingWildflowers Lecture August 17 Orville GiddingsBand, BoogieBlues
June 27 Trough PlantingWorkshop August24 Infinities ChamberEnsemble, Classical Quartet
August 8 Trough MakingWorkshop THROUGHOUT AUGUST
August 29 Pressing Plants and Flowers Workshop
August I 1, 12, 19 - 7 PM
THROUGHOUTTHE SUMMER August 20 - 4 PM
Misery IslandsTours Shakepeare inThe Barn - A MidsummerNight's Dream
Misery Islands, Salem Bay Castle Htll, The Crane Estate, Ipswich 978/356-4351
Misery Islands offer a haven for relaxation and picnics. Daily passenger Back by popular demand with extended performances. Castle Hill
serviceoffered by Sun Line Cruises fromthepieratSalemWillows Park presents the New Hampshire Shakespeare Festival's production of
in Salem. Call 978/741-1900 fora schedule oftrips and to make William Shakespeare's comedy and magicaltaleA MidsummerNight's
reservations. Member: adult$10, child $7.50. Non-member: adult $12, Dream. TheTowerGardenopens forpicnicking2 hours priortoeach
child $8. Reservations recommended. event. Performances held in the Concert Barn at Castle Hill, rain or
shine. Tickets available through the box office and atthe gate. Seating
THROUGHOUTTHE SUMMER is limited. Member &non-member: adult $6,child and senior $4.
Crane islandsTours
Crane Wildlife Refuge, The CraneEstate, Essex &Ipswich SATURDAY,JULY I -5 pm Raindate:Sunday,July2
Experience the beauty and tranquility ofthe 680-acre CraneWildlife Castle Hill Independence Day Celebration V
Refuge on this 11/2 hour boat and tractor-drawn wagon tour. For Castle Hill, The Crane Estate Ipswich 978/356-4351
reservations, call 978/356-4351 from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Bringthe family andenjoy this year's festivities at CastleHill. The
Friday. Member: adult $10, child (under 12) $3. Non-member: adult eveningwillgetunderwaywiththeAmericana sounds of TheWatson
$12, child (under 12) $5. Reservations recommended. Reed Band followed by The Merrimack ValleyPhilharmonic
THROUGHOUTTHE SUMMER Orchestra performing a family Pops Concert, which received rave
reviews lastyear. Kidswill loveourfamilyactivities including free
Wednesdays crThursdays, 10am to 4pm (Toursonthehour) pony rides,children'sentertainment, and facepainting. The evening
Great House GuidedTours
endswith a spectacular fireworks display atthe endofthe Grand
Castle Htll, The Crane Estate, Ipswich 978/356-4351 Allee overlookingthe Atlantic Ocean. Advance tickets available
Tourthe 59-room Stuart-style mansion featuringa library with 17th- through the box office or at thegate on day ofevent. Member: adult
century wood carvings by Grinling Gibbons, entire rooms shipped piece- $8, child $4. Non-member: adult $10, child $5.
by-piece from England, and luxurious bathrooms with Italian marble
and sterling silverfixtures manufactured bythe Crane Company. SATURDAY, AUG 12 - 8 am to 4 pm Raindate:Sunday,August 13
Member: FREE. Non-member: adult $7, child (3-12) and senior/student Crane Beach SandBlast! Theme:Classic Films (pre-1980)
$5. Tickets available only at the gate. Crane Beach, Ipsivich 978/356-4351
Enjoy the sun and surfat Crane Beach's annual sand sculpture
THROUGHOUTTHE SUMMER —
competition SandBlast! From the silent film era to "StarWars," there
Great HouseTeas Tours - seatings at 2pm df'4PM iscertain to be an OscarWinneratthe beach! Buildingstarts at 8AM;
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A new twiston an old favorite! Enjoy a relaxingafternoon at the Great teams has been added—put yourcompany'steamwork skills to the
House with a guided house tour followed bya tasty cup oftea anda test! Advance registration: Member $8/group. Non-member $15/group.
bountiful buffetofdelectable sweets andscones in the formal dining Sameday registration: Member$13/group. Non-member $20/group.
room. Member: $18. Non-member: $20. Seatingis limited. Reservations Registration includes parking foronecarand one sandscape permit.
arerequired. Tablesseatup to 5 guests (combiningparties may be Spectatorswelcomeatregularadtnission.
necessary to utilize available space).
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 - 9 am to 3wpm Mashpee Conservation Commission. All ages invited! For more
SixthAnnual Concours d'Elegance information,call the Commission at 508/539-1400 ext. 540. Meet
Costlc Hill, l[>su'uh 97H/J56-41SI at Lowell Holly parkingarea on South Sandwich Road.
Organized by the Vintage Sports Car Club ofAmerica and sponsored Monday,July 3 Natural and Cultural HistoryTour
by BMW, Castle Hill will seem like a scene seemingly lifted from a Wed,July 12 ConaumetNeck Hike
Hollywood extravaganza, Bugattis, Duesenbergs, Packards, PierceArrows, Wed,July 19 Animal Scavenger Hunt
Mercedes Benzs, and othergreatclassics will gatheron the Grand Allee. Monday,July 24 Forest DiscoveryHike
Featured this yearwill be antiquecars built in New England. Enjoy the
soundsofThe Black EagleJazz Band while viewingthis amazingevent. SATURDAY,JULY I - 9:30am to 12:30pm
An Automotive Art Show and tours ofthe Great House will be offered. EdibleWild Plants ofFork Factory Brook
Bringyourown picnic basketorpurchase foodattheproperty forthistra- Eork Factory Brook, Medfield 781/821-2977
ditionalautumnevent. VisittheConcourswebsiteatcastiehillconcours.org. Environmentalist &wild foodsenthusiast Russ Cohen huntsdown
Member & non-member: adult: $20,child (3-12) $10. the local wild edible plantsat Fork Factory Brook and discusses plant
identification,collectingethics, medicinal value, and food safety. Bring
SOUTHEAST REGION &
sturdy shoes, pen notepad, plantguides, and your palate! Meet at the
Rocky Woods parking loton Hartford Street, across from Fork Factory
Brook. FREEto all.
SUNDAY,JUNE 4 - 2 pm to 4 PM
The Management & Ecological Restoration ofRockyWoods SATURDAY,JULY 8 - 9amto 2noon
1
Rocky Woods, Medfield 781/821-2977 Nature Photography: AJourney through the Norris Reservation
SuperintendentJeffMontgomery will discussthe ongoing restoration Norris Reservation, Norwell 781/821-2977
activities atRockyWoodsand howthese effortstieintothe long-term Amateur photographerAnnette Bachand leads an artistic exploration
managementplan forthe property. Bringa snack foran informal question ofthe Norris Reservation. Topics to be covered include selecting films,
&
and answer session on this beautiful property. Pre-registration required. camera technique, and landscape wildlife photography. All ages and
Member: FREE. Non-member: adult $2.50,child (under 12) FREE. experience levels arewelcomed. Bringcamera, film, and sturdywalking
shoes. Meetatthereservation parking area atthe intersections of
SATURDAY, JUNE 10 - 12 NOON to 2 pm Rte. 123, WestStreet, and River Street. FREEtoall.
Geology ofWorld's End
World's End, Hingham 781/821-2977 SATURDAY,JULY 15 - I0am to 12 noon
Local geologist Richard Staley will explore the RockyNeck area of Raindate:Sunday,July 16
World's End in search ofsediments and volcanics from the end ofthe Questing atWhitney &ThayerWoods
Pre-Cambrian era when this region was still partofNorth Africa. Whitney & Thayer Woods, Cohasset 781/821-2977
Sturdy boots recommended. Meetat the Ranger Station. No rain date. Join Dick Norton ofSouth ShoreQuests for this uniquewaytodiscover
Member: FREE. Non-member: adult $4, child (under 12) FREE. beautiful Whitney &ThayerWoods. Questsare educational treasure
hunts forall ages. Follow a map and a seriesofclues to findthe
SATURDAY,JUNE 17 - 8 am to I0am "hidden treasure" while learning aboutwildlife, trees, plants,
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TrusteesEcologistRuss Hoppingwill investigate thewoodland and Street. FREEto all.
wetland avifauna. We maycatch thetail end ofpasserine migration. Meet
atthe Noon Hill parkinglot. Noon Hill Road (offCauseway Street & SATURDAY,JULY 15 - I pmto 3 pm
Rte. 109). Bring binoculars, fieldguides, and sturdy shoes. FREEto all. Plant Conservation atWork: Medfield Rhododendrons
MedfieldRhododendrons, Medfield 781/821-2977
WEDNESDAY,JUNE 21 - 6 pm to 8pm Chris Mattrick, botanistwith theNew EnglandWildflower Society,
Summer Solstice Celebration
will lead this visitto a native stand ofbroad-leaved rhododendrons
World's End, Hingham 781/821-2977 and discuss theconservation ofthisstate-listed threatened species.
Join us atWorld's End tocelebrate the summer solstice. Bringfamily, Wear boots orshoes you are willingtogetwetand muddy; bring
friends, and a picnic supper; we'llprovidesoftdrinks, dessert, tractor- bug repellant & Newcombs wildflowerguide (ifyou have one).
drawn hayrides, andmusicalentertainmentbythepopular Ecuadorian Pre-registration required. Limit 15. FREEto all.
group "Yarina". Member: adult $5, child (under 12) FREE.
Non-member: adult $7, child (under 12) FREE. SATURDAY,JULY 22 - I0am to 12 noon
Meetthe Superintendent ofWorld's End
SATURDAY,JUNE 24 - 4pm to 8pm World's End, Hingham 781/821-2977
Special Event: Opening ofThe Bradley Estate Function Center SuperintendentAl Yalenezian discusses the management and unique
Eleanor Cabot BradleyEstate, Canton 781/821-2977 features ofWorld's End and answers your questions during this open
Join us forthe Opening ofthe BradleyEstate Function Center. From format, guided walk. Meetatthe Ranger Station. Members: FREE.
4 to 6 PM, our celebration will include tours ofthe main house and Non-members: $4, child (under 12) FREE.
formal gardens, property walks, hayrides, exhibits and refreshments.
At 6 PM, join uson the North Lawn with your blanketand picnic supper SUNDAY,AUGUST 6 - 2 pm to 4 pm
toenjoyentertainment and the formalceremony forthis lovelycountry AWalkThroughTime
estate. FREEto all. Noanet WoodlandsandPowissetFarm, Dover 781/821-2977
Local historian Electa Tritsch leads atourthroughtime including
THROUGHOUTJULY - 9:00am the history ofthe Peabody family throughtotheacquisitionofthese
Interpretive NatureTours
& twoproperties byTheTrustees. Wearsturdyshoes and meetat Powisset
LowellHolly, Mashpee Sandwich Farm on Powisset Road in Dover. Pre-registration required. FREEto all.
The followingtoursarejointlysponsored byTheTrustees and the
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SUNDAY,AUGUST 13 - IOAMto2PM SATURDAY &SUNDAYJULY 15 & 16 - 10 am to 5 pm
Exploring the Birds & Butterflies ofWorld's End SthAnnual Bryant Homestead Craft Festival
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World's End, Hmgharn 781/821-2977 William Cullen BryantHomestead Cummington 413/634-2244
Join leading local expertMark Mello ofthe Lloyd Center for Thisyear's CraftFestival hassomethingforeveryone! Over 100 juried
Environmental Studies in Dartmouth for a look at the winged crafters;craftdemonstrations; food booths; pony rides; petting zoo; kids
inhabitants ofWorld's End. This event is co-sponsored with the Lloyd craftcorner; Victorian clothing fashion show; tea on the Homestead
Centerand provides an excellentopportunityto learn and share local veranda; Celtic,folk and bluegrassmusic;hotairballoondemonstrations;
knowledge ofwildlife viewing "hotspots." Meetatthe Ranger Station. tours oftheHomestead and RivuletTrail; and an antiquecarsand
Member: FREE. Non-member: $4, child (under 12) FREE. tractors display. We areexcited to present musician Tony Vacca whose
world rhythm music reflects the multi-cultural source ofrhythm in
SATURDAY,AUGUST 19 - 9am to 3 pm America, and the world-wideconfluence ofpercussion traditionsthat
BikeTouring through the Charles RiverValleyWatershed has fueled the rediscovery ofthe powerofthe drum. He will hosta
Trustees Ecologist Rick Bachand will lead a reiax-paced bike tour for hands-on workshop thatwill give visitors a chanceto become partof
adultsthrough some ofthe western suburbs that make up the Charles the music. Member & non-member: adult $4,child (under 12) FREE.
River Valley Watershed. We'll discuss the local significance ofconser-
vationeffortsinwatershed protectionandstopatseveral ofTheTrustees' FRIDAY, JULY 28 - 6 pm to IIpm
reservations. Pre-registration required by calling 781/821-2977. Limit Annual Garden Party at Naumkeag
12. Bring bicycle, helmet, water, lunch, and raingear. Meet at Rocky Nawnkeag, Stockhridge 413/298-3239
Woods parking area on Hartford Street in Medfield. FREE to all. Celebrate the restoration ofthe ChineseTemple Garden at Naumkeag.
Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, and a silent auction with
SATURDAY.AUGUST 26 - lOA.M.TO 12 NOON fabulous offerings. Many other surprises are in store for this not-to-
AWalk in theWoods from an Ecologist's Perspective be-missed evening! Pleasecall for further information and to make
Turkey Hilland Whitney & Thayer Woods, Cohasset & Hingham reservations.
781/821-2977
Trustees Ecologist Rick Bachand will lead a hike through Turkey Hill SUNDAY,JULY 30 - I pm to 3 pm
and Whitney &ThayerWoods to examine some oftheir unique Gorge Discovery Day for Kids
conservation features. He will also discuss the managementchallenges Chesterfield Gorge, Chesterfield 413/684-0148
and opportunities ofthe properties. Bringsturdy hiking shoes, Bring the kids for an afternoon ofcrawling in and around theWestfield
binoculars, field guides, and lunch. Meet attheTurkey Hill parking River. We'll see whatwe can find swimming, clinging, andgrowing both
lot on Turkey Hill Lane in Hingham. FREE to all. in and out ofthe water. Come prepared to getwet! Meet atthe
Chesterfield Gorge parking lot. Member: FREE. Non-member: adult $3
WESTERN REGION
(includes one day pass), child (6-12) FREE.
JULY THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 - DAILY
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Garden Ornament Exhibit at Naumkeag
SUNDAY, JUNE 18 - 10am to 2pm Naumkeag, Stockbridge 413/298-3239
ButterflyWalk at Mountain Meadow Preserve Experienceclassical and whimsical garden ornaments in one of
Mountain Meadow Preserve, Willianistown 413/458-3135 America's most beautifulgardens. Sure to delight! Member: FREE.
Naturalist Pam Weatherbee leads a walk to identify the many species Non-memberadult: Garden $6, House &Garden $8.
ofbutterflies found throughout the summer. Wear sturdy shoes and
appropriate outdoorclothing. FREE to all. SATURDAY, AUGUST 19 - I pm to 5pm
Farm Day at Naumkeag
SUNDAY, JUNE 25 - 2 pm Naumkeag, Stockbridge 413/298-3239
Grand Opening: Bryant HomesteadVisitorCenter Bringthe kids foran afternoon down onthe farm! Naumkeag's restored
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William Ciillen Bryant Homestead, Cummington 413/634-2244 barn will be open. Enjoypony rides, a pettingzoo, an antique tractor
Enjoyaday atthe Homestead and help us celebrate the opening ofour display and even anold fashioned icecream social, plus manymore
new Visitor Center! Part ofthe daily activities include house tours. activities for young and old alike! Please call for more information.
RivuletTrail tours, and poetry readings. Refreshments will be served.
The Grand Openingevent is FREEto all. Regular Homestead hours SUMMER EVENTS AT BARTHOLOMEW'S COBBLE
areJune 23 through LaborDay, Friday-Sunday and Monday
Thefollotvingfourevents areheldat Bartholomew's Cobble,
hSoaltiudradyasy,-1 SPuMndtoay5aPnMd. OMpoenndaLyabhoorliDdaayys,th1rPoMugthoC5olpmu.mbHuisstoDraiyc,house Ashley Falls, Sheffield. Fordetailedevent information and
tours: Member: FREE. Non-member: adult $5, child (6-12) $2.50, pre-registration, please call413/229-8600.
senior $4. Grounds open FREE daily. SUNDAY MORNINGS,JUNETHROUGHAUGUST - 7:30 am
SDiUnNoDsAauYr,TJraUcNkEs 25 & AUGUST 13 - I pm to 2 pm VBiisridtsdiofffeSroenutthhaebrintatBserfkosuhnidroenCoorunnetayr Bartholomew's Cobble for
Dmosaur Footprints, Holyoke 413/298-3239 an introduction to the fascinatingand fun world ofbirding.
Make tracks for a guided tour ofour mostprehistoricproperty Member: FREE. Non-member: $5.
Dinosaur Footprints. The program,geared toward youngervisitors, SUNDAYAFTERNOONS,JUNETHROUGHAUG - 2 pm to 4pm
will explore the myth and science surroundingdinosaurs. Children will Natural History Strolls,The NaturalWorldAround Us
make ourtheirown dinosaur tracks as a memento ofthis special place. Join a naturalist andexplorethevaried life ofthe natural world found
Both programs are limited to 15 children. Pre-registration required. in diverse habitats at Bartholomew's Cobble. Member: FREE.
Meet at the Route 5 turnout in Holyoke. FREE. Non-member: aduh $6, child (6-12) $3.
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