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SUMMARY:Leef Peeping Walk
DESCRIPTION:What makes a New England fall different from others? Can we ever experience the same fall twice? Join DCR staff outside the Great Hall for this 0.8-mile\, accessible guided walk. Ages 6 and up.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/leef-peeping-walk/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Walk
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. Note that there is no walk on October 22.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-67/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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SUMMARY:Saturday Movie Matinee: The Extraordinary Caterpillar
DESCRIPTION:The Extraordinary Caterpillar documentary follows scientists and community activists in the dazzling world of nature’s tiniest superheroes. From suburbia to exurban meadows\, abandoned lots to city parks\, this captivating family movie shows that exploring our environment begins not in distant wilderness\, but right outside our doors! Filmmaker Jeff McKay’s documentary features Sam Jaffe and the Caterpillar Lab\, Doug Tallamy\, and David Wagner. Accept this invitation to discover the amazing creatures quietly working miracles in our backyards and find out practical ways to make a difference. Sponsored by Magic Wings. All ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/saturday-movie-matinee-the-extraordinary-caterpillar/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-68/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Walk
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SUMMARY:The Remarkable Landscapes of the Montague Plains
DESCRIPTION:This illustrated talk for adults explores the natural history of the Montague Plains through four complementary perspectives. Geologist Richard Little explains the glacial lake Hitchcock origins of the Montague plain and why Turners Falls would not exist if not for this delta. Pat Conlin\, Habitat Biologist at MassWildlife\, describes the agency’s long-term stewardship and restoration of imperiled natural plant communities\, Caren Caljouw\, Prescribed Fire Manager at MassWildlife\, covers the benefits of prescribed fire\, and ecologist Mike Akresh\, PhD\, reviews findings from wildlife research conducted there. Together they show how geology\, land management\, and ecological research have shaped our understanding of one of New England’s most distinctive pine and oak barrens. There is time for questions following the presentations. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/the-remarkable-landscapes-of-the-montague-plains/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Costume and Bat Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Become an animal and show off your wildlife-themed Halloween costume! Enjoy a treat at the welcome desk and at our investigation station\, learn all about the many ways that bats are the best! Stop by the Center after the annual Turners Falls Rag Shag Parade which begins at 5:00 pm at Peskeompskut Park on Avenue A and then ends at the 2nd Street parking lot nearby. The parade is sponsored by the Montague Parks and Recreation Department. All ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/wildlife-costume-and-bat-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
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