[LincolnTalk] Scarecrow Classic 5K to support LLCT just around the corner

2021-09-29 Thread LLCT Information
The Scarecrow Classic 5K is celebrating its 9th year running! The 5K course winds through Lincoln's scenic roads and trails. Proceeds from this event support the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust (LLCT) and the organization's conservation work. Join us for this great community event and fun fall day!

[LincolnTalk] LLCT River Program on Sunday

2021-11-05 Thread LLCT Information
Join LLCT on Sunday, November 7th at 3pm for a program all about the Sudbury River (and SuAsCo Watershed). Alison Field-Juma will share some history of the river and then give a preview of the forthcoming "river health report card" that assesses water quality. She will also discuss the recent flood

[LincolnTalk] On Belonging Speaker Rich Holschuh Tomorrow!

2021-11-09 Thread LLCT Information
Join us on Zoom tomorrow, November 10th at 7pm for the Fall 2021 Continuation of the On Belonging Speaker Series. *Rich Holschuh* *N’Sibo: the River to Which I Belong* *Learn More and Register Here: https://www.onbelongingoutdoors.org/ * The concept of 'indig

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Scavenger Hunt is Live!

2022-02-03 Thread LLCT Information
Clues are published a little early for the LLCT and Birches School "Art on the Trails" Scavenger Hunt. Get a head start before the weather turns wet! The hunt will be active through February 6th, end of day. Post your selfies with the art on the OuterSpatial App to win a prize! If you already have

[LincolnTalk] Better Weather Today for LLCT Scavenger Hunt

2022-02-06 Thread LLCT Information
There's still time to complete the LLCT and Birches School "Art on the Trails" Scavenger Hunt. It should warm up this afternoon, and yesterday's biting wind has subsided! If you already have the OuterSpatial App, use this link to open the Scavenger Hunt on your mobile device: https://outerspatial

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Scavenger Hunt

2022-02-07 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Given the challenging weather conditions, LLCT will be leaving the "Art on the Trails Scavenger Hunt up through *February 13th*. We hope this gives families another weekend to explore the trails without bitterly cold winds and icy conditions! For those who completed the hunt alrea

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Nature Program at 4pm Today

2022-03-03 Thread LLCT Information
Join LLCT at 4pm today for a program all about the signs of spring. Naturalist John Calabria will share photos, videos, and sounds that celebrate the emergence of spring. From bluebirds to wood frogs, and many animals in between, hear how nature is waking up this month. Family-friendly program can

[LincolnTalk] Eyes on Owls Tomorrow

2023-10-21 Thread LLCT Information
*Join Farrington Nature Linc and Lincoln Land Conservation Trust tomorrow for Eyes on Owls. * *Sunday October 22nd 1-2pm in person *at Farrington's campus (295 Cambridge Turnpike). There is plenty of parking and this program will take place inside. Mark and Marcia Wilson will share a fascinating

[LincolnTalk] ISO fairyhouse artists

2024-01-02 Thread LLCT Information
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is looking for 2-3 artists to volunteer to building a whimsical fairy house for winter carnival (February 3rd). Each artist would make one house from natural materials to be displayed around Lincoln Station for the winter weekend. (Families interested in building fai

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Plant Sale May 18th

2024-05-07 Thread LLCT Information
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust's Pollinator Plant Sale is on May 18th at Lincoln Station, 145 Lincoln Rd. New this year-all plants will be available first come, first served. 10-11am LLCT members hour, 11am-1pm public welcome. All species are native perennials (plus a few shrubs) that provide i

[LincolnTalk] spring birding on Sunday

2024-05-10 Thread LLCT Information
Hi There, There are two spots open for Lincoln Land Conservation Trust's spring birding walk this Sunday 7:30-9:30 A.M. You can see the details and register here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ly-CH3I3ZxRkc4DiLA4QycyZEnQ5SBiDgihVxMslLa4/edit?usp=sharing

[LincolnTalk] spring birding with LLCT

2024-05-31 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, LLCT has two open spots for our last spring birding walk of the season. This Sunday, June 2nd from 7:30-9:30 A.M. You can sign up here. More details are emailed to participants.

[LincolnTalk] LLCT and COAHS Noticing Walks

2024-06-04 Thread LLCT Information
We've had some space open up in today's LLCT/COAHS noticing walk. Join us this afternoon, June 4th, at 1pm for a gently paced walk through the Stony Brook Trails. Parking is at the dirt lot on Rte 117 on the Lincoln/Weston town line. Use "Twin Pond Lincoln conservation Land" in google maps. Free

[LincolnTalk] extra native plants for sale

2024-06-07 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT has finished our spring planting efforts on conservation land, and we have a few flats left which we would like to sell. Plants are quart-sized and $7 each. Please email l...@lincolnconservation.org with the quantity and species you are interested in. Priority will be on a first requested, fi

Re: [LincolnTalk] extra native plants for sale

2024-06-07 Thread LLCT Information
Re: native plants. Thank you for the interest! All the plants are taken and we are contacting those who responded to the posting. On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 9:34 AM LLCT Information < l...@lincolnconservation.org> wrote: > LLCT has finished our spring planting efforts on conservation lan

[LincolnTalk] LLCT fern walk

2024-06-12 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT has three spots left for a guided fern walk tomorrow morning at 10am. This is a free walk. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12-hqC5izxAl1VF0JxaMq4Vu-vzAGqTl8BU9jG55h2Es/edit#gid=0

[LincolnTalk] Eyes on Owls on Sunday with LLCT

2024-06-18 Thread LLCT Information
Still around for the summer? Join Lincoln Land Conservation Trust at our annual meeting this* Sunday, June 23rd at 4pm at the Lincoln Public School learning commons.* Eyes on Owls will be giving a superb live animal program! This is a free program and all are welcome. LLCT members will vote in the

[LincolnTalk] ISO donated pants for scarecrows

2024-08-26 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is looking for three pairs of pants for some new scarecrows we are building for our 5K fundraiser, the Scarecrow Classic. Size large or XL. Ideally a pair of blue jeans, a pair of black jeans, and a pair of green jeans/slacks. They don't need to be

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: Invasive Plant Action Alert

2024-08-27 Thread LLCT Information
For anyone who has not seen this. LLCT has observed this plant in disturbed areas where fill has been brought in after construction regrading work. Please report populations to the Mass Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife (instructions here

[LincolnTalk] LLCT fall foliage program next Thursday

2024-09-12 Thread LLCT Information
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust has a great zoom program scheduled for next week. Join us online! The Nature and Science of Fall Foliage Thursday, September 19, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Register here. (this

[LincolnTalk] Trail scavenger hunt

2023-02-05 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Now that the weather is warming up, we hope you hit the trails today for LLCT’s art scavenger hunt. Use the free OuterSpatial app to explore Lincoln’s trails and find all six art installations. The scavenger hunt will be active until February 13th. Complete the hunt by taking

[LincolnTalk] Last day for trail scavenger hunt

2023-02-12 Thread LLCT Information
Great weather on the last day of the art on the trails scavenger hunt. Use the OuterSpatial app to explore Lincoln’s trails and find six art installations. The scavenger hunt will be active until February 13th. Complete the hunt by taking a selfie at each location and submitting it to the Outer

[LincolnTalk] Claudia Fox Tree program February 22

2023-02-20 Thread LLCT Information
The On Belonging Series Returns this Wednesday! The free speaker series, which launched in 2021, seeks to feature individuals whose work is advancing efforts to strengthen belonging and connection between communities of color and the outdoors. Register at https://www.onbelongingoutdoors.org/

[LincolnTalk] Leah Penniman Program Tomorrow

2023-03-07 Thread LLCT Information
Sign in on zoom tomorrow evening for a wonderful program with Leah Penniman, author of Farming While Black and Black Earth Wisdom, and co-founder of Soul Fire Farm. Learn more and register for the zoom link: https://www.onbelongingoutdoors.org/ Program sponsored by the Ogden Codman Trust, the Lin

[LincolnTalk] On Belonging Program March 29th

2023-03-28 Thread LLCT Information
Join us on Zoom for the last program in the "On Belonging" speaker series! Jose Gonzalez will speak on March 29th at 7pm about wayfinding and belonging in the outdoors. Register here: https://www.onbelongingoutdoors.org/ These programs are free and open to all. *Thank you to the Ogden Codman Trust

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Plant Sale

2023-04-18 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT's plant sale is open through April, so there's still time to place an order. Some species have sold out, but we still have lots of great native perennials on offer. All sales are pre-order and pick up is on May 19th in Lincoln, MA. Learn more here.

[LincolnTalk] Pocket Pollinator Program Tomorrow

2023-04-24 Thread LLCT Information
Interested in the No Mow May initiative? Looking for tips on starting or expanding a pollinator meadow/garden? Join LLCT and Diana Rice-Sheahan on *April 25th at 7pm on zoom *to learn about easy site prep and maintenance strategies for pocket pollinator meadows. This is a free, virtual program. Al

[LincolnTalk] Spring Birding with LLCT

2023-05-18 Thread LLCT Information
Two spots have opened up for LLCT's last birding walk this spring. The group will be meeting on Sunday May 21st at 7:30 A.M. near Lincoln Station. Details will be emailed to participants on Saturday, as well as a weather update (chance of showers on Sunday morning). Please add your name to the sp

[LincolnTalk] Open Space Calendar Deadline Approaching

2023-08-10 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT is soliciting photo submissions for the 2024 Open Spaces Calendar. All are welcome to submit. Photos should be taken in Lincoln, MA and feature the rural and natural landscapes of Lincoln, including plants, wildlife, and waterways. The calendar is a great community publication celebrating Lin

[LincolnTalk] Conservation Coffee Change of Plans

2023-09-07 Thread LLCT Information
Unfortunately due to unexpected circumstances, the speaker for today's conservation coffee won't be able to join. Conservation Staff will still open the meeting at 8:30 A.M. to share updates from the summer stewardship work, and will then invite questions and conversation from participants. zoom

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Annual Meeting October 3rd

2023-10-02 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT's Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. at St. Anne's in the Fields (147 Concord Rd, Lincoln). Gather at 6:30 P.M. for a reception with light refreshments and music. The business meeting will begin at 7:15 P.M. Gwyn Loud will give the keynote address on her obs

[LincolnTalk] conservation programming this week

2022-04-05 Thread LLCT Information
Upcoming Programming for those interested in conservation! *Tonight*, the Lincoln Garden Club and the Lincoln Agricultural Commission are offering a no-till gardening program! Sign on at* 7pm* to learn about environmentally safe gardening practices from Doug Wolcik and Kayleigh Boyle, former farme

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Pollinator Plant Sale

2022-04-12 Thread LLCT Information
LLCT is pleased to offer our third pollinator plant sale this spring as a benefit to our members. We've selected the plants on offer for their value to at-risk bumblebees and other native pollinators. This year, we are offering a perennial kit, which includes 24 plants that bloom from early to late

[LincolnTalk] Living Soil Workshop Saturday April 23

2022-04-19 Thread LLCT Information
Come learn all about the vibrant ecosystem that soil supports at the 4th class in the Healthy Soil Series. This program is in-person at Codman Community Farms. Join us on April 23rd from 10:30-12. Several kids activities are planned, while adults will explore three stations examining different aspe

[LincolnTalk] vernal pool program

2022-04-20 Thread LLCT Information
A few spots have opened up for the in-person Vernal Pool Exploration on Saturday April 23rd at 1pm. This program is led by Michele Grzenda and Matt Burne. Organized by LLCT and the Walden Woods Project. Fun for families and adults. Free. Parking directions emailed to registrants the day before the

[LincolnTalk] Earth day on the lincoln station green

2022-04-22 Thread LLCT Information
Lots of great community tabling happening on the Green at Lincoln Starion now through 2pm! lemonade and herbal tea, courtesy of the Tack Room and Farrington Nature Linc. Family friendly spring scavenger hunt with Farrington Nature Linc. Earth Day seedling pick up-bring a photo of your clean up e

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Pollinator Plant Sale Closes Tomorrow

2022-04-28 Thread LLCT Information
Although many plants have been sold out, there are still some amazing shrubs available! The shop is open until the end of the day on *April 29th*. Pick up for all plants is June 3rd (afternoon and evening times will be available). A selection of what is still available: *White Meadowsweet*-a lov

Re: [LincolnTalk] LLCT Pollinator Plant Sale Closes Tomorrow

2022-04-28 Thread LLCT Information
Apologies! Here's the link to order: https://lincolnconservation.org/plant-and-plant-kit-shop/ On Thu, Apr 28, 2022 at 7:32 AM LLCT Information < l...@lincolnconservation.org> wrote: > Although many plants have been sold out, there are still some amazing > shrubs available!

[LincolnTalk] live-animal program June 15th

2022-06-14 Thread LLCT Information
Join Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and Lincoln Parks & Rec for a family-friendly live snake program tomorrow, June 15th at 2pm at the Brooks Gymnasium (1 Ballfield Rd). Learn about New England's snakes and get up close and personal with this fascinating reptiles. This is a free program, but don

[LincolnTalk] ISO pillowcases

2022-07-26 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, I'm looking for about 10-15 old pillowcases to use for a project. If you have any, I'd be happy to swing by and pick up this week. Please respond to l...@lincolnconservation.org if you have any to offer. Thanks in advance! Bryn Gingrich (Lincoln Land Conservation Trust) -- The

[LincolnTalk] LLCT Annual Meeting Tuesday September 20th

2022-09-15 Thread LLCT Information
Please join Lincoln Land Conservation Trust for our Annual Meeting this Tuesday, September 20th. This will be a virtual program beginning at 7pm. After a brief business meeting (updates from LLCT on our activities this year and election of Trustees), we will welcome Avalon Owens to give remarks. A

[LincolnTalk] Volunteer Opportunity with LLCT

2022-09-24 Thread LLCT Information
Hi There, Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is seeking a few volunteers to help make our 10th Annual Scarecrow Classic 5K a success! We rely on wonderful community members to help make the event, which supports conservation activities in Lincoln, run smoothly The race is on October 16th at 9:30 A.M

[LincolnTalk] ISO Clean 1-Gallon Milk Jugs

2022-11-29 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is seeking about 30 1-gallon plastic milk jugs (could also be Oj or Water jugs too) for a pollinator seed-sowing activity. If you have any that you are willing to donate, that would be greatly appreciated. Jugs can be dropped off at the Transfer St

[LincolnTalk] ISO plastic gallon jugs

2022-12-02 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Thank you so much for the gallon jugs that were dropped off on Wednesday. We are still looking for more, so will be collecting again tomorrow at the transfer station. Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is seeking about 15 1-gallon plastic jugs (could be milk, Oj or distilled Wat

[LincolnTalk] Nature's Best Hope Program with LLCT Tomorrow

2022-12-07 Thread LLCT Information
All are welcome to tune in to a virtual program with Douglas Tallamy, author of *Nature's Best Hope*. Learn why backyard biodiversity is important and how we can increase Lincoln's climate change resiliency with planting efforts. *December 8th at 7pm. Free, please register for the zoom link*: http

[LincolnTalk] noticing walk october 16

2024-10-10 Thread LLCT Information
There are still a few spots in the LLCT/COAHS noticing walk on October 16th at 10am around Pierce Park. Sign up using this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HbHREw_r5Udu7rvSJDY9B2ro6Z0afXbgXxM68NjMRQ8/edit?usp=sharing

[LincolnTalk] ISO scarecrow race volunteers

2024-10-06 Thread LLCT Information
Looking for something to do on October 20th and not yet registered for LLCT’s scarecrow classic 5k? The race supports Lincoln Land Conservation Trust’s annual land management and trail maintenance work.There’s still time to register AND we are looking for a couple more volunteers to help the event

[LincolnTalk] November Noticing Walks

2024-10-29 Thread LLCT Information
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and Lincoln Council on Aging have opened the registration for our November Noticing Walks! These are wonderful, gently-paced nature walks all about mindfulness. *Sign up here:* https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HbHREw_r5Udu7rvSJDY9B2ro6Z0afXbgXxM68NjMRQ8/edi

[LincolnTalk] Noticing Walks

2024-11-05 Thread LLCT Information
There are still a couple spots in the LLCT/COAHS Noticing walk this afternoon and plenty of space in the November 13th walk. Sign up below! November 5th 1-2:30 pm. November 13th 10-11:30 a.m. The Noticing Walks are a series of gently paced nature walks focused on the journey, not the destination.

[LincolnTalk] Coyote Program November 14

2024-11-13 Thread LLCT Information
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust is pleased to host Jonathan Way of Eastern Coyote Research tomorrow, November 14th at 7pm, in-person at the Lincoln Public Schools. Learn about coyote ecology, habitat, hybridization, and more! There is ample parking. Park in the Smith School Lot and walk along the

[LincolnTalk] LLCT and COAHS Noticing walk next week

2024-09-24 Thread LLCT Information
There are a few spots left in next week's walk, so sign up to join us! Tuesday, October 1st from1pm-2:30pm Stony Brook, meet at the dirt lot on Rte 117 near the Weston/Lincoln town line The Noticing walks are gently paced-it's all about the journey, not the destination. Participants should be pre

[LincolnTalk] partial lunar eclipse tonight

2024-09-17 Thread LLCT Information
Just an FYI, a cool astrological event tonight! apologies if someone already posted about this. "Lunar eclipses occur when the sun, Earth and the moon are lined up so that Earth casts its shadow on our natural satellite. This lunar eclipse will be only a slight one, with just the top 8.7% of the m

[LincolnTalk] seed paper activity for grades K-4

2024-12-05 Thread LLCT Information
One more upcoming event from Lincoln Land Conservation Trust! We are pleased to co-host a seed paper making activity with Birches School. This is a free activity, open to the public, and geared towards children in grades K-4 with their parents. December 9th from 4-5pm at Birches School (Community

[LincolnTalk] LLCT winter zoom this Thursday

2024-12-09 Thread LLCT Information
Join Lincoln Land Conservation Trust this Thursday, December 12th at 7:30 P.M. for the first of our winter zooms. Ron McAdow will be sharing photos and stories from Well Meadow, a beautiful wetland near Fairhaven Bay on Lincoln's western boundary. Well Meadow was a frequent destination for Henry D

[LincolnTalk] LLCT and LCD Seasonal Field Positions

2025-02-05 Thread LLCT Information
The Lincoln Conservation Department (LCD) and Lincoln Land Conservation Trust (LLCT) will be hiring two seasonal field assistant positions to support the management of conservation land this summer. Additionally LLCT will be hiring one pollinator field assistant. Learn more about the open position

[LincolnTalk] LLCT zoom program tonight Feb 11

2025-02-11 Thread LLCT Information
Join LLCT for a program on forests and carbon sequestration tonight! Free, all are welcome. Emerson will share interesting highlights from their research into the sequestration of carbon in forests in a changing climate. Tuesday, February 11th 7-8 P.M. Register here for the link: https://us02web.z

[LincolnTalk] space in the next noticing walk

2024-12-05 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, There are still spots open in the last LLCT/COAHS noticing walk of the season. It looks like next week temperatures will warm up again, so we don't expect snowy or icy conditions. Please join us by signing up with this link

[LincolnTalk] Enchanted Forest Event at Lincoln Station February 1

2025-01-22 Thread LLCT Information
Farrington Nature Linc, Rural Land Foundation, and Lincoln Land Conservation Trust are pleased to offer a second annual Winter Carnival Event. Enchanted Forest Saturday, February 1st 1-3pm The Mall at Lincoln Station, 145 Lincoln Rd Step into the Enchanted Forest with your fantastical finery. Fo

[LincolnTalk] office space available at Lincoln Station

2025-02-27 Thread LLCT Information
>From RLF/LLCT: Office Space Available -- Lincoln Station, 145 Lincoln Rd. -- 2nd Floor next to Bank of America --single office or shared office space. Contact Bill Jackson at 978-821-1761 to inquire. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the arc

[LincolnTalk] snowy plant ID walk tomorrow

2025-02-19 Thread LLCT Information
Hi Lincoln Talk, Jeff Adams will be leading a plant ID walk tomorrow for LLCT, and there are spots still available. Join the group on* February 20th at* *9:45 A.M. at Mt. Misery* to walk around the two ponds. Please wear microspikes and bring hiking poles, as it is icy out there. Free, all are wel

[LincolnTalk] LLCT COAHS Noticing Walks

2025-02-27 Thread LLCT Information
There is still space on the March LLCT/COAHS Noticing Walks. Use this link to sign up for the March 4th walk at Stony Brook. Led by John Calabria, these are gently paced walks focusing on nature

[LincolnTalk] Conserve Water with Rain Barrels

2025-03-17 Thread LLCT Information
Wishing you were storing water for spring gardening this rainy day? LLCT and Lincoln Conservation Department are teaming up to offer a rain barrel purchasing program. *Order by March 23rd. Barrels will be delivered to Lincoln on April 4th* and available for pick up from 9-11am at the Pierce House.