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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
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SUMMARY:19th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Visit Great Falls Discovery Center for a day of FREE fishing fun. Enjoy our annual Family Fishing Day at Barton Cove\, with additional activities at Great Falls Discovery Center including fish printing and fly tying. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free at each site. More details coming soon\, or call the Discovery Center\, (413) 863-3221. \nDATE: Saturday\, June 6\nTIME: 10:00am – 2:00pm\nLOCATION: Barton Cove\, 82 French King Hwy\, Gill\, MA 01354
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/19th-annual-free-family-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Barton Cove\, 82 French King Hwy\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Programming,Fish,Outdoor Activity,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T080000
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SUMMARY:Wild Thing 5K/10K Trail Race and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer with Mass Audubon and help put on this exciting race! \nVolunteers are needed to help with a variety of roles during this trail race weekend. Opportunities include course support\, registration assistance\, aid stations\, and more. Be part of the action while supporting a fun\, nature-filled community event! \nLearn more and register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/TrailRaceOpportunities \nDATE: Friday\, June 12 | Saturday\, June 13\nTIME: Depends on role\nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/wild-thing-5k-10k-trail-race-and-walk/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor Activity,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Volunteer Day at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Audubon for a morning of hands-on stewardship and community care during our monthly Second Saturday Volunteer Day. This month’s projects will focus on refreshing and improving several sanctuary spaces\, including painting and revitalizing the nature play area\, weeding along trails and garden beds\, and removing invasive plant species to help support native habitats and wildlife. \nThese volunteer mornings are a great way to spend time outdoors\, meet fellow community members\, and directly contribute to the health and beauty of the sanctuary. No prior experience is needed\, and all tools\, materials\, and guidance will be provided. \nRegister at this link: https://volunteer.massaudubon.org/need/detail/?need_id=1252765 \nDATE: Saturday\, June 13\nTIME: 9:00am – 12:00pm\nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd.\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-saturday-volunteer-day-at-pleasant-valley-wildlife-sanctuary-2/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor Activity,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with the authors of “Tending Your Forest: A Guide to Ecological Forest Stewardship”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging discussion centered on Tending Your Forest: A Guide to Ecological Forest Stewardship in the Eastern and Central United States\, an accessible and science-based guide for landowners and woodland stewards. This program will feature the book’s authors Paul Catanzaro and Anthony D’Amato and introduce the core concepts of ecological forest stewardship outlined in the book\, including how forests grow and change over time\, how management can support both ecological health and landowner goals\, and how stewardship decisions play out on the ground. The evening will also highlight a real-world case study that brings these principles to life\, illustrating how thoughtful\, values-driven management can enhance forest resilience\, wildlife habitat\, and long-term sustainability. \nFollowing the presentation\, enjoy a conversation with the authors\, moderated by VLT forester Caitlin Cusack and Vermont Coverts Executive Director Lisa Sausville. Together\, they will explore practical lessons from the book\, reflect on local stewardship experiences\, and discuss how landowners can apply these ideas to their own woods: whether actively managing or simply deepening their understanding of the forests they care for. This event is ideal for forest landowners\, conservation practitioners\, and anyone interested in the future of working and conserved forests in Vermont and beyond. \n\nJune 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm – Register online to receive the Zoom link for this virtual event.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/tendingyourforest/
CATEGORIES:BEAT Events,Forestry,Land Protection,plants,Sustainability,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T100000
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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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