Join Ranger Marcy for a Saturday Stroll Aug. 9
Ranger Marcy will be strolling the Buffumville Lake North Trail Loop, 48 Old Oxford Road, Charlton, MA., this month. The 3-mile North Loop offers a view of just some of the 500 acres of land and 200 acres of water in this Army Corps of Engineers…
The Art of Seeing Things
One of my favorite nature writers is John Burroughs, a prolific author of the late 19th and early-20th century. I own most if not all his books and nature essays. One of my favorite essays is called, “The Art of Seeing Things” from his 1908…
Get Your Tickets Today – Tastes of the Valley on Aug. 24
The 20th Annual Tastes of the Valley is almost here! Join us on August 24 at 4 pm at the Publick House in Sturbridge, MA. Your evening begins with a sampling of hors d’oeuvres and drinks. After whetting your appetite, enter historic Paige Hall to…
Join Ranger Cassidy on The Knifes Edge July 24
Roving Ranger Hike: Knifes Edge July 24, 2025 Leadmine Mountain Trail (Main Entrance), Old Sturbridge Village Rd, Sturbridge, MA 01566 Join Ranger Cassidy for a short but challenging hike along knifes edge in Sturbridge! The trail is just under 2 miles but will be a…
We’re Getting Batty! Join Us July 12 For An Acorn Adventure All About Bats
Acorn Adventure: Getting Batty 7 pm, July 12 Lyon Preserve, Bats are one of the most amazing, yet misunderstood creatures living in The Last Green Valley. Bats devour night-flying insects considered pests to us, have great nighttime vision and hunt by echolocation. As the only…
Enjoy a Second Saturday Stroll with Ranger Marcy on July 12
Second Saturday Stroll: Goodwin Forest Air Line Trail 9 – 11 am. July 12 Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd. Explore a tranquil portion of the Air Line Trail from Goodwin Forest heading towards Pomfret and back on the Second Saturday Stroll July 11. The…
The Perseids Party Registration is CLOSED!
Registration is closed for the Perseids Party. We are sorry if you missed out. But the perseids are happening now! Get outside — especially after midnight. The Perseids Party Campout is scheduled for Aug. 15, 16 & 17 at the Youth Camping area in…
The Dawn Chorus: Nature’s Wake Up Call
This can be a very difficult time of year for those who like to sleep late in the morning. The dawn chorus of birds can start as early at 4:30 a.m. and continue well into the morning hours. Even those of us humans who are…
Join Us For A Summer Solstice Paddle June 20
Summer Solstice Sunset Paddle 7 pm, June 20 East Brimfield Lake and Long Pond. Long Pond Boat Launch, Old Streeter Rd, Fiskdale, MA. Join TLGV rangers and staff for TLGV’s Annual Summer Solstice Sunset Paddle. Celebrate the solstice with an enjoyable evening paddle at East…