8:00 AM – 10:00 AMBell’s Neck Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Bell’s Neck Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
8:00 AM – 10:00 AMWeeding Wednesday – W. BARNSTABLE
Barnstable Land Trust,1540 Main St, West Barnstable, MA 02668, USA
Calling all green thumb gardeners, weed whackers, and pollinator plant proponents! For 2-hours this month, you can join BLT’s Weeding Wednesday crew at the Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org/ Office and Conservation Center on Route 6A to help maintain our native landscape gardens. Weeding Wednesday projects might include invasive plant removal, pollinator garden weeding, seed saving, and general property maintenance projects. Note: Registration is required for each individual Weeding Wednesday project. Volunteers should be prepared for physical activity including lifting, kneeling, digging, and cutting brush. BYO water, work gloves, kneeling pads (if preferred), and wear pants and closed-toe shoes. Training will be provided. Limited tools will be provided although you can also bring your own. Project Leader Kelly Barber, Director of Land Stewardship, will send out specific project details the day before the volunteer day.
Please join QiGong instructor Andrea Belford of Cape Cod QiGong to connect in nature. QiGong is the ancient Chinese practice of cultivating life force energy. With an emphasis on the five elements of nature (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water), we will follow a series of slow and gentle movements combining proper posture, healthy breathing, and mindfulness. This helps us achieve and maintain health, healing, and vitality of the body, mind, and spirit.
Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary,345 Bone Hill Rd, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675, USA
Oysters are as interesting as they are delicious. Learn the biology of the oyster, as well as their role in the ecosystem and local conservation efforts. After a brief talk in the Discovery Center, we will walk out to the mudflats of Long Pasture to visit with Barnstable Sea Farms owner Les Hemmila. The tour will conclude with a lesson on how to shuck these tasty treats!
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRed River Beach Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Red River Beach Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
8:00 AM – 10:30 AMFuller Farm Friday – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
For 2-hours a month, you can join Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org/ ’s “green team” by volunteering at Fuller Farm, a 22-acre signature property with a short woodland loop overlooking cranberry bogs and an open meadow trail following the field edge of a former dairy farm. The volunteer project might include trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, pollinator garden weeding, and something related. This program is supported in part by the Cape and Islands United Way. https://www.capeandislandsuw.org/
Note: Registration is required for each individual First Friday project. Volunteers should be prepared for physical activity including lifting, kneeling, digging, and cutting brush. BYO water, work gloves, and wear pants and closed-toe shoes. Training will be provided. Limited tools will be provided. If you prefer to bring your own – shovels, loppers, hand saws, and/or rakes are recommended. Project Leader Kelly Barber, Director of Land Stewardship, will send out specific project details the day before the volunteer day. We look forward to your help in stewarding this community gem!
A lesser-traveled offshoot of the loop around Long Pond, this trail skirts the edge of Angel’s Mirror Pond. Highlights include a grove of fir trees planted by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s, a vernal pool and lovely stone walls. Expect some steep inclines and declines. Parts of this beautiful trail are narrow, so dress for tick protection. Heavy rain will cancel; no dogs please. Call 300 Committee Land Trust walk leader with questions: Cathy Kligler @ 508-269-7861
Parking: Enter the Falmouth Town Forest from Gifford Street. Proceed down Goodwill Park Road to the end and park near the playground.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PMShe Saved The Seashore: A Benefit for the Josephine Del Deo Memorial Woodland – PROVINCETOWN
Provincetown Theater,Historic District, 238 Bradford St, Provincetown, MA 02657, USA
A night of stories from artists, historians, authors and the National Seashore remembering the Province Lands and how Josephine Del Deo helped protect and preserve it for generations to come. Come join the PCT for a night of storytelling from writer and naturalist Dennis Minsky, Provincetown historian Lisa King, writer Mary DeAngelis and more.
Complimentary wine, beer and bites from your favorite Provincetown businesses included in our ticket price.
Cruise from Sesuit Harbor in Dennis into Cape Cod Bay aboard the Albatross to look for marine creatures! Our Mass Audubon naturalist will use various sampling techniques to bring up fish, crabs, shellfish, and plankton for you to see and handle up-close, while learning about marine food webs and ecological importance of this habitat! You may even catch a glimpse of the famously beautiful bay sunset. Bench-style seating and marine-head toilet available on board. Beer and wine available for purchase.
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRed River Beach Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Red River Beach Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PMPlein Air with Sue McCombe at Marks Cove Vista – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust and our board member/art enthusiast Sue McCombe for a peaceful plein air sketching session overlooking the salt marsh at Marks Cove Vista. This two-hour gathering offers participants the opportunity to slow down, observe, and capture the natural beauty of the landscape in their own unique style.
All skill levels are welcome! The land trust will provide colored pencils and a small sketchbook to participants who need them, but participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies, preferred mediums, and a chair for comfort. At the end of the event participants may gather together to share their work.
Space is limited to just 5 participants, so be sure to register early!
When: Tuesday, September 9th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Marks Cove Vista, 120 Cromesett Road, Wareham, MA 02571
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PMSandy Neck Hatchling Hike – W. BARNSTABLE
Sandy Neck Beach,West Barnstable, MA 02668, USA
Hike 1.5-miles through Sandy Neck’s Great Marsh and sand to discover tracks of hatchling Diamondback Terrapins with Barnstable Land Trust and Sandy Neck Park Staff. Learn about the Diamondback Terrapin’s life-cycle and the headstart program helping the tiny terrapins. Wear sturdy hiking boots to walk over sand and uneven terrain. For more information call the Gatehouse: 508-362-8300 or visit http://www.blt.org . This hike is free.
10:00 AM – 11:30 AMWednesday Walks with Ann Bryant at Bryant Farm – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust on Wednesday, September 10th, for a walk at Bryant Farm led by Wareham Land Trust Board of Advisors’ Ann Bryant. Enjoy the outdoors and discover the trails at Bryant Farm. This walk will cover approximately 1 mile and include a visit to the Osprey Way spur where an Osprey couple prepares their nest as well as a view of the river.
This is a calm walk with stops along the way to learn about the habitat and the property history. Hikers looking for more active walks keep and eye out for our future offerings!
This event is FREE but space is limited! Registration is required.
Parking is available at 123 Sandwich Rd at the Golf Shots parking lot. Please park on the far side of the clubhouse. The group will gather there and then begin the trail walk.
Please bring water and wear layers appropriate for the weather.
Where: 123 Sandwich Rd, Wareham, MA
When: Wednesday September 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am – 11:30am
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
Come and meet the creeping, crawling, swimming, and climbing creatures of Wellfleet Bay! We will introduce you to a live animal that lives at the sanctuary and share its survival secrets followed by a short walk to explore the creature’s natural habitat. This fun program gives everyone a chance to see live critters and explore interesting artifacts.
6:30 PM – 7:30 PMAvalon Owens Talk: “Floodlights & Fireflies: Environmental Sustainability Starts in Your Front Yard” – ORLEANS
Orleans Yacht Club,39 Cove Rd, Orleans, MA 02653, USA
Insect populations around the world are declining rapidly. But why? While habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change all have something to do with it, Dr. Avalon Owens shows in this talk that light pollution is another important — but too often overlooked — bringer of the insect apocalypse. Light pollution interferes with the development, movement, foraging, courtship, and reproduction of diverse insect species, including many that we know and love to see in our gardens. Fortunately, light pollution can be cheaply, easily, and instantly eliminated. Doing so will help ensure that we live in harmony with our insect friends and neighbors for generations to come.
Avalon received her Ph.D. in Biology from Tufts University in spring 2022, where she studied how artificial light affects firefly courtship and reproduction. She also holds a B.A. in Integrative Biology from Harvard University and an M.S. in Entomology from National Taiwan University. Her research group at the Rowland Institute at Harvard studies how organisms and ecosystems cope with anthropogenic light pollution, with a current focus on the ecological costs and evolutionary consequences of moth flight-to-light behavior.
The lecture will take place at the Orleans Yacht Club, 39 Cove Road, Orleans. Doors open at 6pm; lecture starts at 6:30.
Register here. https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/8114434800126
9:00 AM – 11:00 AMVolunteer Work And Coffee Session – FALMOUTH
13 Thomas B Landers Rd, East Falmouth, MA 02536, USA
The 300 Committee Land Trust of Falmouth will host a volunteer work session will be from 9 to 11 AM on Thursday, September 11 at The 300 Committee’s new headquarters at 13 Thomas B. Landers Road. Volunteers will pull invasive species and help with odd jobs around the building. At 10:40 AM volunteers will break to socialize over free coffee and munchkins. People are asked to bring their own coffee mug and work gloves. Questions can be directed to The 300 Committee’s Director of Stewardship Will Poirier at 508-540-0876 or [email protected] mailto:[email protected] .
10:00 AM – 11:00 AMOutdoor Yoga and Mindfulness with Stella Maris – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust and Stella Maris Yoga for a peaceful outdoor yoga session surrounded by the beauty of Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area. This class is designed to be adaptable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced yogis, with a special focus on mindfulness in nature.
The Wareham Land Trust is proud to offer this session in partnership with Stella Maris Yoga. In honor of the legacy of Officer Janice A. Cunningham, Stella Maris Yoga is a yoga and wellness studio, whose mission is to empower, uplift and create a community where all feel welcome. Now at their new location at 200 Main Street in Wareham they continue to offer a variety of classes, workshops, and events in line with their mission.
Breathe deeply, move gently, and reconnect with the natural world as you practice among former cranberry bogs and amid the fresh air.
All are welcome whether you’re looking to deepen your practice, try yoga for the first time, or simply take a mindful pause outdoors. This event is FREE but registration is required as space is limited!
Can’t make it on this date or looking to form a habit? Join us for any of the sessions held every Thursday from September 11th to October 23rd!
Where: Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area, Wareham, MA
When: September 11th, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free!
What to Bring: A yoga mat or towel, water, comfortable clothing, and bug spray.
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
10:00 AM – 11:15 AMReading the Landscape at Fuller Farm – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
Join Jack Ahern, Professor Emeritus of Landscape Architecture at University of Massachusetts, who will lead a 90-minute walk on how to read “clues” to past land uses on the farm including indicator plants, topography, different aged forests/woodlands, agricultural uses, and traces of succession. As part of Environmental Awareness Month, participants will learn more about how land use – and its appearance – has changed over time….. and what is possible/likely in the future. This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
7:00 PM – 8:00 PMHighground Golf Course Land Conservation Forum – COTUIT
Cotuit Freedom Hall,976 Main St, Cotuit, MA 02635, USA
With community support, Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org is poised to acquire Cotuit Highground Country Club https://blt.org/highground this October. On Thursday, September 11, at 7 p.m. join us at Freedom Hall to hear about the details of the acquisition, the vision, and the final fundraising needs.
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRed River Beach Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Red River Beach Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
Please join QiGong instructor Andrea Belford of Cape Cod QiGong to connect in nature. QiGong is the ancient Chinese practice of cultivating life force energy. With an emphasis on the five elements of nature (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water), we will follow a series of slow and gentle movements combining proper posture, healthy breathing, and mindfulness. This helps us achieve and maintain health, healing, and vitality of the body, mind, and spirit.
7:00 AM – 9:00 AMCovell’s Beach Clean-up – CENTERVILLE
Covell’s Beach,Covell’s Beach, 859 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632, USA
Join Barnstable Land Trust, the Town of Barnstable Natural Resources team, and other community partners for some spring cleaning at Covell’s Beach in Centerville. Gloves and trash bags will be provided as well as a thank you gift. Please dress accordingly for the weather and join the fun! Pre-registration is suggested to make sure there are enough supplies. Questions? Call Barnstable Natural Resources: 508-790-6272
Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary,345 Bone Hill Rd, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675, USA
Drop by the sanctuary to explore hands-on exhibits, enjoy wildlife-themed activities, and meet some of the Cape’s premier wildlife experts to learn how they actively conserve and protect animals and their habitats—all at this engaging, family-friendly event.
Step inside the Whale & Dolphin Conservation’s 45-foot-long, life-sized inflatable North Atlantic right whale. Experience the thrill of live animal shows presented by the Amazing Animal Ambassadors at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm, explore the fascinating taxidermy collection from the Barnstable Department of Natural Resources, and so much more.
Satisfy your cravings with tasty offerings from the Filling Station food truck, sweet vegan treats from Herbivore Patisserie, and cool delights from Cloud 9 Frozen Treats. Then kick back and enjoy live music from local favorite Just Another Guru. Bring lawn chairs from home and take in all the festival has to offer.
Every hour, you’ll have a chance to win exciting door prizes—including t-shirts, whale adoptions, behind-the-scenes tours, guided trail walks, and more—courtesy of the Cape Cod Wildlife Collaborative’s member organizations. Don’t miss your chance to take something wild home!
Osterville Village Library,43 Wianno Ave #2028, Osterville, MA 02655, USA
Storms around the world are increasing in intensity, but what does that mean for our communities, homes, and coastlines? Wild Weather will explore the science behind hurricanes and nor’easters, from formation to impacts. We will then dive into what you need to know and how you protect your family and your home. Join BLT, Osterville Village Library, and WHOI/Cape Cod Extension storm specialist Bryan McCormack as we weather the storm together in the Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations talk which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
At this hands-on Resilient Roots http://www,resroots.org workshop led by Briget Bride of StoneLedge Gardens http://www.stoneledgegardens.com , you will choose from a variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients to craft your own unique fermented salsa to take home, complete with a fermentation setup so you can make it again and again. Brigit will share how her journey into lacto-fermentation began as a personal mission to improve her health, and how these delicious and nourishing foods connect us not only to our own health but to the land as well. Whether you are new to lacto-fermentation or want to further your skills, Briget will inspire you to bring tasty and healthy ferments to every meal. Register at the Resilient Roots website https://www.resroots.org/all-workshops/p/fermenting . This workshop is offered at a sliding-scale fee of $65, $75, or $85.
10:00 AM – 11:15 AMClouds and Climate – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
If you want to feel like things are looking up, then don’t miss this program! Join BLT and marine meterologist Dr. Alex Kinsella on Sunday, September 14, for a meander through Fuller Farm’s meadows in Marstons Mills to learn about and enjoy the clouds above us. Learn how sun, sea, storms, and sky interconnect in this fascinating walk and talk. (Rain moves program to inside the barn.) This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
2:00 PM – 3:30 PMSouth Sandwich History Hike – SANDWICH
Popple Bottom Road,Popple Bottom Rd, Sandwich, MA, USA
Sandwich Conservation Trust’s Brian Kelly will lead a walk in the South Sandwich area. Learn about the history of this little corner of Farmersville and its association with Lawrence Pond, the RofMar, and also the 1916 era Camp Cotuit.
8:00 AM – 10:00 AMBell’s Neck Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Bell’s Neck Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
10:00 AM – 11:30 AMNative American Nature Poetry Trail Walk – WEST BARNSTABLE
Barnstable Land Trust,1540 Main St, West Barnstable, MA 02668, USA
Join Ellen Snoeyenbos, founder of the Walking Readers Group https://www.snoeytools.com/walking-readers , and let the words of some of the finest Native American poets echo in your mind as we walk together through a landscape rich in wildlife and an ancient connection between humans and nature. Exploring nature poems by nationally acclaimed Native writers, N. Scott Momaday, Joy Harrjo, Maurice Kenny and Sherman Alexie, will bring a fresh perspective on how we are part of the natural world. This is part of BLT’s eARTh Connections series which is supported in part by a grant from the Mid-Cape Cultural Council https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/mid-cape/ , a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council https://massculturalcouncil.org/ , a state agency.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PMCooking from the Garden – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
Come learn the fundamentals that make it easier to cook spontaneously, based on what’s ready to harvest now. In this Resilient Roots workshop, we’ll work together to create a yummy meal from produce gathered at our demo garden, and then sit down to enjoy the tasty result. By delving into on-the-fly meal planning, you’ll be able to enjoy all your garden’s delicious options when they’re at their freshest. Register at the Resilient Roots website. https://www.resroots.org/all-workshops/p/zzzqo9r61bt0wmfx3ukeybkuy4rd06 This workshop is offered at a sliding-scale fee of $35, $45, or $55.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PMThe Colorful Kingdom of Fungi: A Mushroom Adventure! – BREWSTER
Join us for walk to explore the varied and inspiring world of fungi and gain insight into the ecological relationships that they support. Walk guided by Wesley Price, founder of the Cape Cod Mycological Society. Wesley has been leading mushroom walks on Cape Cod for over five years, captivating audiences with his knowledge and enthusiasm.
Eagle Pond and Little River Sanctuary,Eagle Pond, Cotuit, MA 02635, USA
You are invited to take a walk around Cotuit’s Eagle Pond to learn more about the floating garden built by the Saint John Paul II AP Environmental Science class last spring! From conception to completion, the AP EnviSci class – working in conjunction with Mullen Building, Barnstable Land Trust, Town of Barnstable and BlueBlocks Floating Gardens, via Thread Collective, based in Brooklyn NY – designed, constructed, and installed this sustainable floating garden. Meet the students and Town of Barnstable partners and learn how the floating garden provides a habitat for local pond life, filters pollutants from the water, and helps prevent harmful algae blooms—all of which contribute to the long-term sustainability of Eagle Pond. This program is part of BLT’s month-long Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations series which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AMOutdoor Yoga and Mindfulness with Stella Maris – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust and Stella Maris Yoga for a peaceful outdoor yoga session surrounded by the beauty of Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area. This class is designed to be adaptable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced yogis, with a special focus on mindfulness in nature.
The Wareham Land Trust is proud to offer this session in partnership with Stella Maris Yoga. In honor of the legacy of Officer Janice A. Cunningham, Stella Maris Yoga is a yoga and wellness studio, whose mission is to empower, uplift and create a community where all feel welcome. Now at their new location at 200 Main Street in Wareham they continue to offer a variety of classes, workshops, and events in line with their mission.
Breathe deeply, move gently, and reconnect with the natural world as you practice among former cranberry bogs and amid the fresh air.
All are welcome whether you’re looking to deepen your practice, try yoga for the first time, or simply take a mindful pause outdoors. This event is FREE but registration is required as space is limited!
Can’t make it on this date or looking to form a habit? Join us for any of the sessions held every Thursday from September 11th to October 23rd!
Where: Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area, Wareham, MA
When: September 18th, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free!
What to Bring: A yoga mat or towel, water, comfortable clothing, and bug spray.
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
8:00 AM – 10:00 AMBell’s Neck Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Bell’s Neck Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLive Owl Show: Owls Up Close — HARWICH
Harwich Community Center,100 Oak St, Harwich, MA 02645, USA
Hosted by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT), Marcia and Mark Wilson return to the Harwich Community Center with their owls to amaze us once again. See Eastern Screech-Owls, a Barred Owl, Barn Owl, American Kestrel, Great Horned Owl, and Eurasian Eagle Owl! Learn all about the habits and unique adaptations of these incredible raptors of the night.
Hear travel stories from Mark and Marcia’s cross-country adventures while on a mission to photograph all 19 owl species found in North America for their award-winning book, Owling: Enter the Mysterious World of the Birds of the Night. Then, follow along in a hooting lesson with calls familiar to the local owls of the Cape!
Cost: $10 for ages 12-adult, $5 for kids ages 5-11. Not recommended for under age 5.
11:00 AM – 3:00 PMMeet Teaticket’s Newest Park – FALMOUTH
The public is invited to come get to know Falmouth’s newest park: the Little Pond Conservation Area https://300committee.org/conservation-lands-2/little-pond-conservation-area/ . Located south of Walmart on the shores of Little Pond, this restored meadowland hosts many fall wildflowers. The 300 Committee Land Trust of Falmouth will be staffing an informational welcome table between 11 AM and 3 PM on Saturday, September 20.
The path through the meadow and woodlands is handicapped accessible and we are extending a special welcome to anyone with mobility limitations to come enjoy the scenery and fresh air.
Park Entrance: The entrance is off Spring Bars Road between Little Pond Place Apartments (41 Spring Bars Road) and Trade Center Bowl complex (95 Spring Bars Road).
Parking: Parking in the small lot at the park entrance is reserved for those with mobility limitations. Trade Center management is generously allowing other visitors to use the west end of their upper parking lot at 95 Spring Bars Road; please follow sidewalk to park.
Osterville Village Library,43 Wianno Ave #2028, Osterville, MA 02655, USA
Join Barnstable Land Trust, Osterville Village Library, local documentary film producer Jan Crocker and Associate Producer/Writer Tim Wood, and Barnstable’s Natural Resources department for an afternoon of thought-provoking discussion on climate change, sea level rise, and erosion on Cape Cod. Enjoy a film screening and Q&A discussion of Refuge: Cape Cod’s Coastal Crisis, a 30-minute documentary which focuses on how climate change transformed the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge at Morris Island and threatens the greater Cape Cod coastal region. That will be followed with a presentation by the Town of Barnstable on the massive climate resiliency project starting this fall on the relocation of the Sandy Neck Beach parking lot. This is one climate conversation you won’t want to miss! This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://recorder-leopard-z8pw.squarespace.com/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
2:00 PM – 3:30 PMLive Owl Show: Owls Up Close — HARWICH
Harwich Community Center,100 Oak St, Harwich, MA 02645, USA
Hosted by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT), Marcia and Mark Wilson return to the Harwich Community Center with their owls to amaze us once again. See Eastern Screech-Owls, a Barred Owl, Barn Owl, American Kestrel, Great Horned Owl, and Eurasian Eagle Owl! Learn all about the habits and unique adaptations of these incredible raptors of the night.
Hear travel stories from Mark and Marcia’s cross-country adventures while on a mission to photograph all 19 owl species found in North America for their award-winning book, Owling: Enter the Mysterious World of the Birds of the Night. Then, follow along in a hooting lesson with calls familiar to the local owls of the Cape!
Cost: $10 for ages 12-adult, $5 for kids ages 5-11. Not recommended for under age 5.
West Dennis Yacht Club,259 Loring Ave, West Dennis, MA 02670, USA
Join the Dennis Conservation Land Trust after the hustle and bustle of peak summer season for our annual Rubber Duck Regatta!
Mark your calendars! This year, the Race will be held on Sunday, September 21st at the West Dennis Yacht Club.
At the start of the event, you’ll visit exhibitors’ tables like Friends of Bass River and WildCare, purchase food hot off the barbecue, participate in games and activities for all ages, and cast your vote for your favorite Decked-Out (decorated) Duck.
Once the afternoon arrives, participants gather along the shore to watch the main event – where 500 numbered rubber ducks hit the water to race to the finish. For your chance to win a first, second, or third place prize, be sure to purchase a numbered duck entry ahead of time, before they’re sold out.
Participation in the event is free and open to all, so bring friends and the whole family!
MBL Stony Beach,MBL Stony Beach, Falmouth, MA 02543, USA
Join Resilient Woods Hole https://resilientwoodshole.org/ (RWH) for this special guided walk of their Climate Walking Trail https://resilientwoodshole.org/walking-trail which educates the public about the climate impacts on well-known areas of Woods Hole Village as well as about existing climate resilience initiatives. Relative sea level increased by 1.01ft in Woods Hole between 1932 and 2023, according to NOAA. This trend is predicted to accelerate as the ocean expands due to global warming and glacial ice melt. Sign-up now to learn more about how Woods Hole is developing solutions for these climate-based challenges while exploring a portion of this 2.2 mile walk.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PMCape Cod Homeowners: It’s Time to Get Climate-Ready! – BARNSTABLE
Sturgis Library,3090 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630, USA
Living on the Cape means beautiful coastlines, salty air… and big climate challenges. Rising seas, stronger storms, and flooding are changing our communities—so how do we prepare? Join Sturgis Library, Barnstable Land Trust, Bryan McCormack, Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant’s Resilience Specialist, for an eye-opening session on what climate change means for Cape Cod homeowners and, more importantly, what you can do about it!
Preregistration is encouraged. This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising, a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
Cruise from Sesuit Harbor in Dennis into Cape Cod Bay aboard the Albatross to look for marine creatures! Our Mass Audubon naturalist will use various sampling techniques to bring up fish, crabs, shellfish, and plankton for you to see and handle up-close, while learning about marine food webs and ecological importance of this habitat! You may even catch a glimpse of the famously beautiful bay sunset. Bench-style seating and marine-head toilet available on board. Beer and wine available for purchase.
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRed River Beach Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Red River Beach Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
Oak Grove Cemetery,217-229 Sea St, Hyannis, MA 02601, USA
Cooling the planet, cleaning air, preventing erosion, creating habitat, reducing noise… there are many benefits to planting trees! In this BLT partner program, learn how to properly plant and care for a tree with the Town of Barnstable’s Greening Hyannis https://greeninghyannis.com/ staff. Dan Connolly, certified arborist/retired Town of Orleans Tree Warden, assisted by Hannah VanDivier, will instruct and engage participants on the fundamentals of tree planting. The group will learn to plant 1 tree, and will have the opportunity to plant 2 more along Sea Street in Hyannis.
Bring gloves and closed toe shoes. Tools will be provided. Registration required–limited parking. No rain date. This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://solarrising.net/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PMPlein Air with Sue McCombe at Agawam River Trail – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust and our board member/art enthusiast Sue McCombe for a peaceful plein air sketching session overlooking the Agawam River at Agawam River Trail. This two-hour gathering offers participants the opportunity to slow down, observe, and capture the natural beauty of the landscape in their own unique style.
All skill levels are welcome! The land trust will provide colored pencils and a small sketchbook to participants who need them, but participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies, preferred mediums, and a chair for comfort. At the end of the event participants may gather together to share their work.
Space is limited to just 5 participants, so be sure to register early! Registration is required.
When: Tuesday, September 23rd, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Agwam River Trail, End of Knowles Ave, Wareham, MA 02571
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AMBog Restoration Walk – MARSTONS MILLS
Marstons Mills,Marstons Mills, Barnstable, MA 02648, USA
Join Barnstable Land Trust and Barnstable Clean Water Coalition https://bcleanwater.org/ (BCWC) staff on a tour of BCWC’s historic 1800’s cranberry bogs at the headwaters of the Marstons Mills River. Learn about BCWC’s ongoing wetlands restoration work to remove nitrogen flowing downriver through 64 acres of bogs and how this bog system provides an opportunity to improve water quality and create a climate resilient landscape in the Three Bays estuary. Pre-registration is required. This program is part of BLT’s Climate Conversations https://blt.org/climate-conversations which is sponsored in part by Solar Rising https://greeninghyannis.com/ , a Cape Cod based full service solar installation company.
9:00 AM – 11:00 AMVolunteer Work And Coffee Session – FALMOUTH
205 Teaticket Hwy, Teaticket, MA 02536, USA
The 300 Committee Land Trust of Falmouth will host a volunteer work session from 9 to 11 AM on Thursday, September 25 at Teaticket Park, located at 205 Teaticket Highway. Volunteers will pick up trash and help pull up the invasive species Black swallowwort, which poisons monarch caterpillars. At 10:40 AM volunteers will break to socialize over free coffee and munchkins. People are asked to bring their own coffee mug and work gloves. Questions can be directed to The 300 Committee’s Director of Stewardship Will Poirier at 508-540-0876 or [email protected] mailto:[email protected] . The park is
10:00 AM – 11:30 AMCoastal Woodland Stroll – FALMOUTH
Join The 300 Committee Land Trust on a stroll through the Sea Farms Conservation Area https://300committee.org/conservation-lands-2/sea-farms-marsh/ , a mile and a half easy walk on flat woodland trails to enjoy marsh vistas and the quiet of the early fall forest. Some basic plant identification will be taught. And if there’s interest, the walk can continue through the Pacheco parcel for another mile. No dogs. Heavy rain/wind will cancel. Call walk leader with questions: Alex Lancaster, 774-392-3114
Parking: Parking is on Gayle Ave in East Falmouth. Drive down Gayle until the road turns from pavement to dirt. A small parking area is on the right. If full, park on the road.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AMOutdoor Yoga and Mindfulness with Stella Maris – WAREHAM
Join the Wareham Land Trust and Stella Maris Yoga for a peaceful outdoor yoga session surrounded by the beauty of Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area. This class is designed to be adaptable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced yogis, with a special focus on mindfulness in nature.
The Wareham Land Trust is proud to offer this session in partnership with Stella Maris Yoga. In honor of the legacy of Officer Janice A. Cunningham, Stella Maris Yoga is a yoga and wellness studio, whose mission is to empower, uplift and create a community where all feel welcome. Now at their new location at 200 Main Street in Wareham they continue to offer a variety of classes, workshops, and events in line with their mission.
Breathe deeply, move gently, and reconnect with the natural world as you practice among former cranberry bogs and amid the fresh air.
All are welcome whether you’re looking to deepen your practice, try yoga for the first time, or simply take a mindful pause outdoors. This event is FREE but registration is required as space is limited!
Can’t make it on this date or looking to form a habit? Join us for any of the sessions held every Thursday from September 11th to October 23rd!
Where: Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area, Wareham, MA
When: September 25th, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: Free!
What to Bring: A yoga mat or towel, water, comfortable clothing, and bug spray.
Cancellation Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Registered participants will be notified by email the morning of the event, and a cancellation notice will also be posted on the Wareham Land Trust’s social media pages.
11:45 AM – 1:00 PMFrom Racetrack to Resilience – Floodplain Innovation at Tuscan Village: Fifth in the Resilient Waters Series – Case Studies in Flood Modeling and Adaptation
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMRed River Beach Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Red River Beach Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
Join us for a facilitated walk-and-talk on Friday, September 26, from 8:30-9:30 AM, as we discover the natural wonders of our West Barnstable sanctuaries and Barnstable’s Great Salt Marsh, which serve as a haven for many wildlife species!
This program will feature the expertise of West Barnstable resident Dr. Peter Crosson, who has been birding on Cape Cod and beyond for 20 years. Peter will illuminate facts about the bird species that live and thrive in the Great Salt Marsh sanctuaries and conservation areas, including migrating songbirds and Sparrows, which are returning to their breeding grounds here, in West Barnstable.
Orenda Wildlife Land Trust will discuss the organization’s preservation work throughout Cape Cod and our efforts to protect the threatened Diamondback Terrapins, which return year after year to nest and lay eggs at our “Turtle Garden” Sanctuary and inhabit the brackish waters of West Barnstable.
Bring your questions – we look forward to engaging in this important dialogue with you! Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot today!
9:00 AM – 10:30 AMCold Brook Eco-Restoration Tour — HARWICH
Please join us at the newly restored Robert F. Smith Cold Brook Preserve for a free guided walk led by Harwich Conservation Trust Board President Tom Evans. Tour the new half-mile All Persons Trail which crosses two bridges with views of Cold Brook flowing freely through the 66-acre Preserve for the first time in over a century. Learn how the recent ecological restoration project enhanced the health of the land and water for the benefit of people and wildlife.
In 2001, HCT acquired this property of retired bogs and surrounding upland in the heart of Harwich Port. In the fall of 2015, the Preserve was named in honor of Robert F. Smith, HCT Founding Trustee and President for 27 years. In 2024, after more than a dozen years of planning, nearly a mile of stream and 44 acres of wetland were re-wilded to improve wildlife habitat diversity, wetland health, water quality, and ecological resilience to climate change.
9:00 AM – 11:00 AMSeed Saving Workshop – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
Saving seeds can save you money, promote plant diversity, and preserve unique varieties. In this Resilient Roots http://www.resroots.org presentation, you’ll learn all you need to know to begin saving your own seeds: the difference between hybrids and heirlooms, the seed types that are best for saving, the importance of native plants, and ethical considerations for collecting wild seeds. We’ll demonstrate the seed-saving process and discuss which methods work best for particular seed types. We’ll also cover how to store seeds properly and how to test them for germination before planting next season. Register at the Resilient Roots website https://www.resroots.org/all-workshops/p/seed-saving-9272025 . Workshop is offered at a sliding-scale fee of $20, $30, or $40.
9:30 AM – 12:30 PMForaging for Wild Edible Plants – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
Russ Cohen, author and expert on native edible plants, is returning to Fuller Farm this fall for his popular walk that teaches us about the many local wild plants that we can eat. During the walk, he’ll point out all the edible options right in our backyards. He’ll help us identify species and offer tips on the edible parts, seasons of availability, and preparation methods. He’ll also provide guidelines for safe, ethical, and environmentally responsible foraging.
Russ’s passion is connecting to nature through his taste buds and inspiring others to do the same. He has a nursery where he grows plants from seed (some of which he has collected himself), and he collaborates with many educational, governmental, tribal, agricultural, and environmental groups to plant plants from his nursery on their properties. Russ is the author of Wild Plants I Have Known…and Eaten.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PMPCT Annual Meeting and Green Party – Provincetown
Harbor Hotel Provincetown,698 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, USA
The Trust’s 2025 Annual “Green” Party raises awareness about conservation for our fragile Provincetown eco-systems, protecting it for future generations of people and wildlife and expanding accessibility to these areas for residents and visitors.
We will give a presentation on our accomplishments this past year and our priority projects for next year. AND information on how you can help us preserve and protect Provincetown.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PMBarnstable Open Space Forum: A Land Preservation Workshop for Landowners – HYANNIS
Barnstable Town Building Services,200 Main St, Hyannis, MA 02601, USA
Please join the Town of Barnstable’s Open Space Committee https://town.barnstable.ma.us/boardscommittees/OpenSpaceCommittee/ for a free forum for landowners wanting to learn about options for land preservation. The Open Space Committee has invited Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org to present at the forum to discuss land preservation options for landowners, and The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts https://www.thecompact.net/ will provide information about what local, state and federal tax benefits may be available for those who take steps to preserve their land. The workshop will be held in the Town Hall Hearing Room at 367 Main Street in Hyannis. This event is free and open to the public.
8:00 AM – 10:00 AMBell’s Neck Birding Walk — HARWICH
Please join us for a Bell’s Neck Birding Field Class in September led by naturalist and author Peter Trull. Observe and scan for migratory birds ranging from songbirds to herons and raptors to waterfowl. Learn about migratory species and observe their foraging behaviors as they build up fat stores for their upcoming journeys.
These walks/classes will build your birding identification skills and confidence while teaching about a variety of bird species, their life histories, and their interrelationships across different habitats. Birding enthusiasts from all experience levels are welcome. Please bring binoculars.
Please join QiGong instructor Andrea Belford of Cape Cod QiGong to connect in nature. QiGong is the ancient Chinese practice of cultivating life force energy. With an emphasis on the five elements of nature (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water), we will follow a series of slow and gentle movements combining proper posture, healthy breathing, and mindfulness. This helps us achieve and maintain health, healing, and vitality of the body, mind, and spirit.
8:00 AM – 10:00 AMWeeding Wednesday – W. BARNSTABLE
Barnstable Land Trust,1540 Main St, West Barnstable, MA 02668, USA
Calling all green thumb gardeners, weed whackers, and pollinator plant proponents! For 2-hours this month, you can join BLT’s Weeding Wednesday crew at the Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org/ Office and Conservation Center on Route 6A to help maintain our native landscape gardens. Weeding Wednesday projects might include invasive plant removal, pollinator garden weeding, seed saving, and general property maintenance projects. Note: Registration is required for each individual Weeding Wednesday project. Volunteers should be prepared for physical activity including lifting, kneeling, digging, and cutting brush. BYO water, work gloves, kneeling pads (if preferred), and wear pants and closed-toe shoes. Training will be provided. Limited tools will be provided although you can also bring your own. Project Leader Kelly Barber, Director of Land Stewardship, will send out specific project details the day before the volunteer day.
8:00 AM – 10:30 AMFuller Farm Friday – MARSTONS MILLS
Fuller Farm,995 MA-149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648, USA
For 2-hours a month, you can join Barnstable Land Trust https://blt.org/ ’s “green team” by volunteering at Fuller Farm, a 22-acre signature property with a short woodland loop overlooking cranberry bogs and an open meadow trail following the field edge of a former dairy farm. The volunteer project might include trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, pollinator garden weeding, and something related. This program is supported in part by the Cape and Islands United Way. https://www.capeandislandsuw.org/
Note: Registration is required for each individual First Friday project. Volunteers should be prepared for physical activity including lifting, kneeling, digging, and cutting brush. BYO water, work gloves, and wear pants and closed-toe shoes. Training will be provided. Limited tools will be provided. If you prefer to bring your own – shovels, loppers, hand saws, and/or rakes are recommended. Project Leader Kelly Barber, Director of Land Stewardship, will send out specific project details the day before the volunteer day. We look forward to your help in stewarding this community gem!
Come for a buffet meal, drinks, and a chance to meet other SCT members, the board of trustees and supporters. Brian Kelly and George Machon will be playing music, we’ll have a silent auction, signature cocktail and more!
