The Marion Natural History Museum wishes to thank the Marion Harbormaster’s office for a wonderful trip to Bird Island. The students were able to visit the island and see some of the birds that rely on this special habitat for raising their young. The children saw Oystercatchers, Osprey, and Terns. They also learned a little about the history of the lighthouse. This was a unique opportunity for students, many of whom do not have access to boats, to get on the water and enjoy Sippican harbor. Many, many thanks to Mike, Isaac and the rest of the crew for another wonderful trip. Also the museum wishes to thank Mike Cronin, Kellie Crete and Vin Malkoski for volunteering to assist with the trip. Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold
Many thanks to state-certified forester Phil Benjamin, Brian Butler of Oxbow Associates, and Gary Johnson of the Mattapoisett Land Trust, for donating their time and expertise to introduce the Old Hammondtown School sixth grade to the several of the unique ecosystems in Nasketucket State Park. Phil led a walk through the upland forests along the “Holly Trail”, Brian led a walk along the intertidal shoreline, and Gary introduced the students to a vernal pool. Thanks also to the Mattapoisett Land Trust for funding the buses used to transport the entire grade, and volunteers Ellen Flynn and Kay Smith for accompanying the classes from station to station. Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold