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Fells Forest Campers on Hilltop, July 2021
News of the Fells
September, 2021
Launching our 'My Middlesex Fells' Video Series
Each of us has our own distinctive relationship to the Fells, and every experience we have visiting the Fells can be completely unique from the last. This new video project from our intern Dexter Fadness attempts to capture some of the diversity of those experiences.
The first video in the series features Friends of the Fells board Chair Jeff Buxbaum, who talks about his own realization of this diversity and the joy of getting lost in the Fells.
We want to hear about your unique relationship to the Fells! If you’re interested in sharing your own personal experiences with our community, contact Dexter at dexterfadness@gmail.com.
THIS WEDNESDAY: Learn to Fish with Mass Wildlife’s Jim Lagacy
Join DCR and Mass Wildlife for a special family-friendly event this Wednesday, September 8th:
Learn to Fish with Mass Wildlife’s Jim Lagacy
Wednesday, September 8th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Straw Point, Spot Pond, Stoneham
[Pre-Registration REQUIRED]
Volunteers Needed: Join Us At a "Town Day" Event This Month!
This month sees the return of Town Day events throughout the region, and the Friends of the Fells will will attend a number of these events.
We are in need of volunteers to assist us on these days with staffing our "table" during festival hours, or to help us with set-up/break down. Follow the link below to see how you can help!
More Hikes Added to Our Calendar for September
Our guided hike series finishes off the summer with six nature walks covering topics including botany, bird watching, history, and more. Check out our new offerings now up on the calendar!
Highlights for this month include two history hikes, two nature hikes led by Boot Boutwell, a family-oriented nature hike and birding hike with Winchester Trails, with more to come soon.
Found in the Fells: September
Bryan Hamlin’s monthly nature guide:
"The message in The Fells for September is – ‘summer isn’t over yet’.
For several members of the daisy family (Asteraceae) this is their moment in the sun, particularly asters – that are either mauve, blue or white - and goldenrods with bright yellow clusters of tiny flowers....
But my favorite flower of this month has the fabulous name of Nodding Ladies’ Tresses...."
Become a Volunteer: Volunteers are essential to every aspect of what we do! We have a range of opportunities available year round for individuals of nearly any age, availability, and skills. By volunteering with us, you will help to preserve the history, ecology, and beauty of the Middlesex Fells for generations to come.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Reminder: The Friends of the Fells Board of Directors holds a monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of each month. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing protocols, these meetings are now conducted virtually.
The next meeting will be held Tuesday, September 14th.
If you are interested in participating, please contact friends@fells.org for instructions on how to join us!
Help Us Protect the Fells: Our plans for the future are bold. They must be, to meet the pressing needs of our beloved “people’s forest.” To activate our Action Plan, we need to grow our financial capacity and double our staff.
We're excited to share that a generous donor will match each $1 you donate with a donation to the R.J. Weggel Fund for the Friends of the Fells. This match only lasts through September, so please help us maximize this matching gift by making a gift today.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Promoting the conservation, appreciation, and
sustainable enjoyment of the Middlesex Fells Reservation.
