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Spring Events Planned
Littleton Conservation Trust, Oak Meadow School, Littleton Conservation Commission and the Reuben Hoar Library are offering the following events this spring. See our upcoming events page for details on each event. Late March or Early April: Amphibian Crossing location and exact date depend on temperature. Contact Amy Green in Littleton …
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SVT Acquires Smith Property
Black Pond on the Smith Property On February 15, 2019, Sudbury Valley Trustees (SVT) acquired the Smith Property, a spectacular 49-acre property on Whitcomb Avenue in Littleton. The property boasts expansive views of Beaver Brook Marsh and Black Pond, and it provides valuable habitat for numerous species, including bobcat, bear, coyote, …
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Tune in to “Tick Talk”
This may be of interest to those who enjoy the outdoors in Littleton and beyond. A FREE live webinar series by Dr. Stephen Rich, Director of the UMass Laboratory of Medical ZoologyNoon to 1:00 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in February, March, April, May, and October 2019 (see schedule …
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LCT 2018 Photo Contest Results
The results of Littleton Conservation Trust’s 2018 Photo Contest were announced at our Annual Meeting on November 16, 2018. Congratulations to our winners, Karen Auger, Jennifer Clancy, and Corrie Painter. Karen Auger – Green Heron at Long Lake Jennifer Clancy – Mushrooms at Oak Hill Corrie Painter – Bear’s Head …
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Eyes on Owls Event Immediately Following LCT’s Annual Meeting
LCT’s annual business meeting is Friday, November 16, 2018 from 6:30pm to approximately 6:45pm. After a short break, the Eyes on Owls program follows at 7:00pm. Eyes on Owls is informative and provides a close-up look at owls. Don’t miss this event. You do not need to attend the business …
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Upcoming Events
Amphibian Crossing
Saturday, March 23, 2019 - Sunday, April 14, 2019All Day
Every March or April, usually when it is a rainy night and temperatures are over 40 degrees F, amphibians like frogs and salamanders move to their breeding grounds, vernal pools....
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Presentation on Natural History of Vernal Pools
Saturday, April 6, 201910:00 am - 11:00 am
Oak Meadow School, Littleton MA
Learn about the dynamic natural history of vernal pools. What animals, amphibians, and life forms depend on the cycle of the vernal pool? Learn about this unique habitat that supports...
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Vernal Pool Field Trip
Saturday, April 13, 20199:00 am - 11:00 am
Pickard Lane entrance to the Cobb Forest, Littleton MA
OMS teacher and naturalist Stephen DeFlorio will be your guide for an exciting field study of the vernal pool system at local Cobb Conservation. Students and their parents will use...
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Oak Hill Hike
Saturday, April 20, 201910:00 am - 12:00 pm
Oak Hill, Littleton MA
Walk along the edge of the deep Tophet Chasm, visit the highest point in Littleton, and enjoy the views at Lookout Rock. Meet at kiosk in parking lot on Oak...
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Kids Journey to Fort Rock
Saturday, May 4, 201910:00 am - 11:30 am
George and Lucy Yapp Conservation Land, Littleton MA
Explore George and Lucy Yapp Conservation Land and journey to Fort Rock, a favorite for children of all ages to use as fort of course! 4 years and up, accompanied...
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