[SEMCO] HCT summer walks!

[Michael Lach]

Stride into summer with these fascinating (and free!) 
guided walks sponsored by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT).
 
"The Bog Trek" Learn about Box Turtle Habitat at Bank Street Bogs Nature Preserve

Monday, June 10th, 9am

The box turtle has suffered severe population decline due to habitat loss. On this walk with HCT Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart, we will wander through Harwich Conservation Trust’s (HCT) 66-acre preserve discussing habitat loss and why it is such a critical time to save land for this species. We'll discover why Cape Cod has some of the best remaining habitat left for box turtles in New England. All ages welcome. Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 39, take Bank St. 0.5 miles south to the Harwich Harbormaster’s Workshop on the left at #203 Bank Street.  From Rt. 28, take Bank St. 0.7 miles north to the Harwich Harbormaster’s Workshop on the right.

 

Walk the Monomoy River Conservation Lands 

Tuesday June 11th, 1pm

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a walk through pine oak woodlands. Mike will talk about the area’s habitats, why these areas are so important to protect, and what is being considered to improve water flow of the Monomoy River (Muddy Creek) into Pleasant Bay. 

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 39, take Bay Road one mile east to parking area on the right, opposite Blue Heron Landing.

 

Cape Cod Geology Walk 
Wednesday, June 12th, 9am

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Stewardship and Outreach Intern Kristen Kuzil for a walk through beautiful Coy’s Brook Woodlands to learn about the local geology and historic glacial influences on the land. Along the way you’ll learn about the natural land formations we have on Cape Cod and how they came to be thousands of years ago. 

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 6, Exit 10, follow Rt. 124 south to Harwich Center, go west on Great Western Rd. Turn left onto Lothrop Ave. Parking lot is on the right just past the water tower.

 

The Importance of Salt Marsh Habitat at Coy’s Brook Woodlands
Monday, June 17th, 9am
Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart for an interesting look at salt marshes. Discover why it is so important to preserve these valuable coastal ecosystems and the threats they face today. All ages are welcome.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 6, Exit 10, follow Rt. 124 south to Harwich Center, go west on Great Western Rd. Turn left onto Lothrop Ave. Parking lot is on the right just past the water tower.



Back in Time Walk at the William & Barbara Hacker Wildlife Sanctuary 
Tuesday June 18th, 11am

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a walk off of the Cape Cod Rail Trail through pine-oak woods, wetland and former cranberry bogs to hear about the role cranberry bogs played in the history of the land.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From the intersection of Rt. 124 and Queen Anne Road, drive 0.8 mile west to the parking area on the south side of Queen Anne Road.



Mastering the Marshes of Bells Neck 
Wednesday, June 19th, 9am

Take a guided stroll through the trails of the Bells Neck Conservation Land with Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Intern Kristen Kuzil. The walk will offer beautiful vistas of both salt and fresh water marshes. Take in the views and learn more about the importance of these fragile ecosystems. 

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Harwich Center, go west on Great Western Rd. Turn Left onto Bell’s Neck Rd (dirt). Drive 0.25 miles and park along the shoulder near the trailhead kiosk.

 

Guided Stroll at Red River Beach
Monday, June 24th, 8am
Calling all birders! Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart to take a leisurely stroll along Red River Beach. We will be discussing the importance of bird nesting habitats and learn about the local bird species. Bring binoculars to get a better look at local species. All ages welcome.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 28 in Harwich Port, drive toward Chatham, then right on Uncle Venie’s Rd. Meet at the west end of lot.

 

Herring Walk at Bell’s Neck Conservation Land Walk 
Tuesday June 25th, 11am

Interested in learning more about herring? Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a walk around Bell’s Neck Conservation Lands as he explains the herring life cycle and why fish ladders are so important.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Harwich Center, go west on Great Western Rd. Turn left onto Bell’s Neck Rd (dirt). Drive 0.25 miles and park along the shoulder near the trailhead kiosk.


Botany at the Bank St. Bogs Nature Preserve
Wednesday, June 26th, 9am

On this guided walk through the Bank Street Bog Nature Preserve, you will learn about the local vegetation and its importance to the abundant wildlife on the site. Enjoy a lesson from HCT Stewardship and Outreach Intern Kristen Kuzil on plant identification and ecology, and gain insight to the wonderful world of botany.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

For further information on local flora visit www.gobotany.newenglandwild.org/.

Directions: From Rt. 39, take Bank St. 0.5 miles south to the Harwich Harbormaster’s Workshop on the left at #203 Bank Street.  From Rt. 28, take Bank St. 0.7 miles north to the Harwich Harbormaster’s Workshop on the right.

 

Look for Local Birds at the Texeira Conservation Lands
Monday, July 1st, 9:00-10:00
Interested in birds? Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart on a walk through the Texeira Conservation Lands. We will be discussing local bird species and their behaviors. Bring binoculars! All ages are welcome.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 124 take Queen Anne Rd. approx 0.3 mile east to the parking area on your right (just past Oak St.).

 

Learn about Habitat Succession at Thompson’s Field 
Tuesday July 2nd, 11am

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a walk around Thompson’s Field. Mike will talk about how habitat succession occurs, why it is important to keep some land as field habitat and what HCT is doing to help this important ecosystem.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions for North (Rt. 39) Trailhead: From the intersection of Rts. 124 & 39, drive 0.9 miles east (toward Orleans). Parking is on the south (right) side of Rt. 39.

 

Red River Beach Walk
Wednesday, July 3rd, 8am

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Stewardship and Outreach Intern Kristen Kuzil on a guided tour along Red River Beach to learn about the local marine wildlife and vegetation. Stroll along the water and take in ocean views ranging from the tip of Monomoy Island to the shores of Chatham. 

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 28 in Harwich Port, drive toward Chatham, then right on Uncle Venie’s Rd. Meet at the west end of lot.

 

Conservation History of Bell’s Neck Conservation Lands
Monday, July 8th, 9am
Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart for a walk to learn about the natural history of our conservation lands at Bell’s Neck. All ages are welcome.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Harwich Center, go west on Great Western Rd. Turn Left onto Bell’s Neck Rd (dirt). Drive 0.25 miles and park along the shoulder near the trailhead kiosk.



Seashell Walk at Red River Beach
Tuesday July 9th, 8am

Do you enjoy collecting shells on the beach? Do you want to find out what species you find? Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a stroll along Red River Beach to find shells and learn about the animals that lived in them.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Rt. 28 in Harwich Port, drive toward Chatham, then right on Uncle Venie’s Rd. Meet at the west end of lot.



>From Farms to Forest
Wednesday, July 10th, 9am

The landscape of Cape Cod has changed dramatically in the past 100 years. Farm land of centuries past has returned to its natural state of forest and meadow habitats while many areas have been lost to development. At the Thompson’s Field Conservation Area you can see habitat progression in action. The property was a large farm that was allowed to revert naturally to woods and meadow. Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Stewardship and Outreach Intern Kristen Kuzil on a guided walk to learn more.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions for North (Rt. 39) Trailhead: From the intersection of Rts. 124 & 39, drive 0.9 miles east (toward Orleans). Parking is on the south (right) side of Rt. 39.

 

Invasive Species at Thompson’s Field Conservation Area
Monday, July 15th, 9am

Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Laura Carhart on a walk through the Thompson’s Field Conservation Area. We will be discussing what invasive plant species are as well as the importance of biodiversity for wildlife habitats and ecosystems. All ages are welcome.

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions for North (Rt. 39) Trailhead: From the intersection of Rts. 124 & 39, drive 0.9 miles east (toward Orleans). Parking is on the south (right) side of Rt. 39.

 

Bike Trail Stroll 

Tuesday July 16th, 11am

Want to get outside, but don’t feel like a walk in the woods? Join Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Land Stewardship Intern Mike Brown on a wheelchair accessible walk along the Cape Cod Rail Trail to learn about the native and invasive plant species of Cape Cod. Great for all ages!

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Route 6, follow Route 124 to Harwich Center. Make a right on Great Western Road and follow for 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Depot Street. In less than a quarter mile, cross over the bike path and make an immediate left into the parking area.



Hawks Nest Guided Tour
Wednesday, July 17th, 9am

On the Hawks Nest guided tour, led by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) Stewardship and Outreach Intern Kristen Kuzil, you will hike the trail between two small ponds, both offering serene vistas. Along the way you will pass a number of interesting sites, including vernal pools bustling with biological activity and old foundations from houses that stood over a hundred years ago. Come explore the beauty and history of Cape Cod on this guided hike. 

Visit www.harwichconservationtrust.org for more free guided walks.

Directions: From Route 6, Exit 11, go west on Spruce Rd.  Park on the shoulder of Spruce Rd. near the intersection with Hawks Nest Rd. (not marked)





Michael W. Lach
Executive Director
www.HarwichConservationTrust.org
Ph:  508-432-3997
Mailing address:  HCT, Box 101, S. Harwich, MA 02661


 
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