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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling\, Sutherland Woods
DESCRIPTION:Accompany Arlington artist and naturalist Jan Ford on an inspirational walk around Sutherland Woods. She will work with you to establish what a nature journal can look like. Tree variety and leaf shapes will be the theme. Artists of all skill levels are welcome to share ideas and techniques. Please bring a drawing pad with a sturdy back\, and several pencils with erasers. Park along the west side of Sutherland Rd and meet at the entrance to the ball field/playground area. More than light rain cancels.  \nLeader: Jan Ford ~ ford.jd@gmail.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/nature-journaling-sutherland-woods/
LOCATION:Sutherland Woods\, Sutherland Woods\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230615T180000
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SUMMARY:Wild Edibles of Lexington’s Waysides
DESCRIPTION:(Rescheduled from June 14 due to rain forecast.) Once again\, CLC is delighted to have Russ Cohen return for another walk to teach us about wild edible plants! Lexington is home to over 70 species of edible wild plants\, both native and non-native\, including plants considered to be weedy or invasive. Some are more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. Join Russ Cohen\, expert forager and author of Wild Plants I Have Known…and Eaten\, on a two-hour ramble in and around Lincoln Park to learn about at least eighteen edible species. Russ will present information on identification tips\, edible portion(s)\, season(s) of availability and preparation methods\, as well as general guidelines for safe and environmentally-responsible foraging. Steady rain cancels. Meet at the Lincoln Park Fitness Trail entrance at the crosswalk on Worthen Road across from the Lexington High playing fields. \nLeader: Russ Cohen ~ 781-646-7489\, eatwild@rcn.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/wild-edibles-of-lexingtons-waysides/
LOCATION:Lincoln Park\, Lincoln Park\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230613T173000
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SUMMARY:Dose of Nature Series – Willards Woods
DESCRIPTION:Summer is the perfect time to come together to enjoy Lexington’s many Conservation lands. Join a member of Lexington’s Conservation Department for a free guided tour of Willards Woods. Meet at the North Street entrance opposite 44 North Street. Heavy rain cancels. Registration is not required.
URL:https://clclex.org/event/dose-of-nature-series-willards-woods/
LOCATION:Willards Woods\, 44 North Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230528T140000
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SUMMARY:ACROSS Lexington Series Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Take some extra time to enjoy the longest of the ACROSS Lexington routes with a leisurely ramble along Route A (5.2 m)\, the network’s first developed trail. Route A consists of both conservation and neighborhood trails\, and runs through portions of Willards Woods\, Chiesa Farm and Parker Meadow. Many parts of the walk are pleasantly shaded. The route will include easy unpaved trails as well as paved streets and sidewalks. Some trails may be wet\, so wear appropriate shoes. Heavy rain cancels. Meet at the Lexington Depot under the Bikeway overhang. Use public parking. \nLeader: Bob Hausslein: 781-862-9102\, rhausslein@rcn.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/across-lexington-series-session-3/
LOCATION:Across Lexington- route A\, Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T120000
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SUMMARY:Fauna and Flora of Arlington’s Great Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around Arlington’s Great Meadows. This 183-acre property is owned by Arlington and located in East Lexington. Late spring brings breeding birds\, such as rose-breasted grosbeaks and orioles\, and possibly a few late migrants to the meadow and surrounding woods. Depending on interest\, we’ll also look for seasonal wildflowers and insects and visit Infinity Pond. Wear long pants and have bug spray in reserve. Meet at the end of Emerson Gardens Rd. off Maple St. in Lexington. Some public parking is available just past the entrance to Lexington Meadow townhomes. (Use Emerson Gardens Rd for overflow parking.) More than light rain cancels. \nLeader: Andrea Golden: andgold@comcast.net
URL:https://clclex.org/event/fauna-and-flora-of-arlingtons-great-meadows/
LOCATION:Arlington’s Great Meadows\, Lexington Meadow\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230521T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230521T140000
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SUMMARY:Goat Open House at Chiesa Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the local Lexington goats for their daily pasture walk through the fields and woodlands at Chiesa Farm. Each season the land provides them with diverse plant life. The goats are very specific as to what they need to eat depending on many factors. We will have two Lexington herds\, totaling 12 female dairy goats and some of this spring’s goat kids. Learn about the goats and how they are working to keep invasive plants in check. All adults and children are welcome. No dogs please. Park at Diamond Middle School using the Hathaway/Sedge Road entrance or park at Fiske School and walk across to the pastures. Rain date: Sunday May 21\, 12-2 pm \nGuides: Halé Sofia Schatz and Laurene Beaudette \nContact: laurene@iwebinsight.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/goat-open-house-at-chiesa-farm/
LOCATION:Chiesa Farm\, Sedge Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T090000
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SUMMARY:Lexpress Walk Series #2 Brookhaven to Avalon via the Western Greenway
DESCRIPTION:This 2+ mile walk will explore the trail connection through the Beaver Brook North Conservation property between Brookhaven and Avalon at Lexington Hills via a portion of the Western Greenway Trail. Meet your guide in time to catch the 9 am A2 Lexpress bus in front of the Crafty Yankee on Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington Center. We will depart the bus at the intersection of Waltham Street and Concord Avenue and catch the return A2 bus at our destination at Avalon at Lexington Hills. Steady rain cancels. Registration is required – Lexington Community Center\, 781-698-4840. \nLeader: Keith Ohmart ~ kohmart@verizon.net
URL:https://clclex.org/event/lexpress-walk-series-2-brookhaven-to-avalon-via-the-western-greenway/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marret Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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SUMMARY:ACROSS Lexington Series Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Here’s another opportunity to explore the ACROSS Lexington Trail System via Route G. This 2.8 mile loop takes you to the northern reaches of Lexington and connects a section of the Vine Brook Bike Path with the upper section of Lower Vine Brook conservation area\, and includes a path through Shaker Glen. The walk will include easy unpaved trails as well as paved streets and sidewalks. Some trails may be wet\, so wear appropriate shoes. Heavy rain cancels. Meet at the far end of Rolfe Rd at the entrance to Shaker Glen. Park on Rolfe Rd facing Woburn St.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeader: Bob Hausslein ~ 781-862-9102\, rhausslein@rcn.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/across-lexington-series-session-2/
LOCATION:Across Lexington- route A\, Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T120000
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SUMMARY:Lexpress Walk Series #1 North Street to Depot Square via Lower Vine Brook
DESCRIPTION:This 2+ mile walk will explore the trail connection through the Beaver Brook North Conservation property between Brookhaven and Avalon at Lexington Hills via a portion of the Western Greenway Trail. Meet your guide in time to catch the 9 am A2 Lexpress bus in front of the Crafty Yankee on Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington Center. We will depart the bus at the intersection of Waltham Street and Concord Avenue and catch the return A2 bus at our destination at Avalon at Lexington Hills. Steady rain cancels. Registration is required – Lexington Community Center\, 781-698-4840. \nLeader: Keith Ohmart ~ kohmart@verizon.net
URL:https://clclex.org/event/lexpress-walk-series-1-north-street-to-depot-square-via-lower-vine-brook/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marret Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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SUMMARY:Birding at Lower Vine Brook
DESCRIPTION:Lower Vine Brook can be a fantastic area to see a nice selection of warblers\, beautiful small tropical birds that migrate north at this time of year. They will eventually reach the forests of northern New England and Canada to breed\, but if weather and foliage are right\, you may see a dozen species here in a single morning. Dress for the weather (boots if it’s wet) and bring binoculars and a bird ID book\, or app. Children with adults are welcome. No dogs please. Rain or lightning will cancel the event; if conditions are uncertain\, please call the walk leader. Meet at the entrance to Lower Vine Brook conservation area opposite 93 Vine St. \nLeader: Harry West ~ 617-461-9500\, hwest2020@gmail.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/birding-at-lower-vine-brook/
LOCATION:Lower Vine Brook\, 93 Vine Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T140000
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Pull at Lincoln Park
DESCRIPTION:Garlic mustard seeds can take up to seven years to sprout\, requiring repeated efforts to control and eradicate this aggressive invasive species. Come join CLC’s multi-year effort to pull this year’s crop from along the pathways in Lincoln Park. Bring gardening gloves. Steady rain cancels. Meet at the Fitness Path entrance on Middleby Rd across from the entrance to Bridge School\, where you may park. \nLeader: Keith Ohmart ~ 781-862-6216\, kohmart@verizon.net
URL:https://clclex.org/event/garlic-mustard-pull-at-lincoln-park/
LOCATION:Lincoln Park\, Lincoln Park\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230430T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230430T160000
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SUMMARY:ACROSS Lexington Series Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Begin your exploration of the ACROSS Lexington Trail System with a 2.5-mile easy walk along Route C. This loop connects Arlington Great Meadows with the western edge of the recently renovated trails at the Arlington Reservoir. There might be time to peek into LexFarm. The walk will include easy unpaved trails as well as paved streets and sidewalks. Some trails may be wet\, so wear appropriate shoes. Heavy rain cancels.\nMeet in the parking lot of the Waldorf School\, 735 Massachusetts Avenue.\nLeader: Bob Hausslein ~ 781-862-9102\, rhausslein@rcn.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/across-lexington-series-session-1/
LOCATION:Across Lexington- route A\, Lexington Historical Society\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230423T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230423T120000
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk\, Arlington’s Great Meadows
DESCRIPTION:This 183-acre wet meadow is the largest piece of undeveloped land in the Arlington/Lexington area. The meadow is home to host plants for many overwintering insect larvae/pupae. Target species: Henry’s and Brown Elfins. Attendees may continue on to Horn Pond Mountain in Woburn for more Brown Elfins and other butterflies. Co-sponsored by the Mass Butterfly Club. Park at the entrance to Lexington Meadows townhomes\, end of Emerson Gardens Rd. (Use Emerson Gardens Rd. for overflow parking.) More than light rain cancels. \nLeader: Tom Whelan ~ 781-915-9988\, tom@whelanphoto.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/butterfly-walk-arlingtons-great-meadows/
LOCATION:Arlington’s Great Meadows\, Lexington Meadow\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T200000
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Walk at Dunback Meadow
DESCRIPTION:DATE: March 18\, 2023\n\n\nTIME: 6-8pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on a search for the elusive American woodcock\, whose unusual mating behavior provides a rare opportunity to observe this species.  In early spring\, woodcocks can be found in wet meadows performing their courtship ritual.  We will listen for the male’s distinctive “peent” call while on the ground and then his “wing twitter” as he spirals upward.  He will then zigzag back down toward the ground while giving his flight song.  This display is repeated\, so if we are lucky we will see quite a show.  Meet at the Allen St. entrance to Dunback meadow.  Be sure to dress in layers and bring binoculars if you have them. **Please bring a headlamp or flashlight if you have one.** \nRain date: March 19 6-8pm.  If conditions are uncertain\, please check the CLC website. \nLeader: Dianna Queheillalt ~ clclexington8@gmail.com
URL:https://clclex.org/event/woodcock-walk-at-dunback-meadow/
LOCATION:Dunback Meadow\, 23 Allen Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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