Spring 2020 Newsletter
In This Issue Hike the Trails of Westford and Win an Award! – by Rich Strazdas A Scouting Project Review – by David Ebitson 30 Year History of the Westford Wildlife Watch by Bill Harman Spring 2020 Newsletter
Hike the Trails of Westford and Win an Award! – by Rich Strazdas
This is just in time for relieving COVID-19 cabin fever. Do you frequent trails in town? Explore new areas beyond the same old trails! Do you need to get out of the house, and experience fresh air in a safe haven? Become a frequent hiker! The Westford Conservation Trust is instituting a recognition program for dedicated … Read more
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – February 2020
What is your favorite bird? Many of us would answer, “Chickadee!” After all the black-capped chickadee is the Massachusetts state bird. Chickadees’ cheerful presence at our bird feeders or in the trees along our walk, is always welcome. Its range is confined to North America, from the northeast to northern California and south to the … Read more
Eagle Boy Scout Projects – Acker-Dean-DeSilva Trail & Tom Paul Trail
Scouts BSA Conservation Land and Trail Projects for Eagle Scout Award Thanks to all involved with these Eagle scout projects and to Westford Conservation trust mentors for their help & guidance. Acker-Dan-DeSilva Trail Bridge Project – Surya Patil Troop 195 Boy Scout Surya Patil completed the Acker Trail bridge on the section of the town … Read more
Wildlife Watch by Marian Harman – January 2020
Do you wonder if your winter bird feeding actually helps the birds? Many experts have told us that birds don’t really need us; that feeding is only for people to enjoy birds, not to keep birds alive. But a new study done in the United Kingdom suggests that feeding birds may indeed help them. Cornell … Read more