Learn About Our Amphibian Neighbors with MLT

Have you ever been curious about the quacking and peeping going on in the woods behind your house? There’s a good chance there is a vernal pool nearby. Join the Mattapoisett Land Trust during School Vacation on Monday April 21 at 10:00 am to learn more about vernal pools. Vernal pools are a vital breeding habitat for resident amphibians and invertebrates such as wood frogs (the ones that quack.), spotted and blue-spotted salamanders, and fairy shrimp. Local wetlands expert Elizabeth Leidhold will lead this walk at one of the Old Aucoot District’s vernal pools. We will start out at the Holmes Foundation on Angelica Ave and take a short hike to the pool. Once there, we will examine frog and salamander eggs and learn more about the amphibians and invertebrates that call these pools home.

The exploration is free and open to all, including residents of other towns. The Holmes Barn is located a short distance east of the corner of Prospect Road and Angelica Avenue. Please leave your dog friends at home – this walk is focused on wildlife observation and dogs may impact our opportunity to see some species. Please wear appropriate clothing including rubber boots. The exploration will take place rain or shine. For more information call 774-377-9191 or email manager@mattlandtrust.org.