Adventure Dog Walk
Saturday, July 18th
9:30 AM
White EagleÂ
Morning Yoga w/ Shawn Sweet
Sunday, July 26th
9:00 AM
Osprey Marsh Pavilion
Poker Paddle Fundraiser
Tuesday, July 28th
4:00 PM
Sippican Harbor, Marion
Support SLT with a fun poker game on the water!
Participants will paddle between designated stations in the harbor to pick up poker cards. Put in from 4:00pm - 6:00pm (last boat must be out by 5:00pm), then join us for a bring-your-own picnic following the event. Paddling-related prizes will be awarded for the best hand, most spirited boat, and best decorations! *Please note - there is no cash prize this year. All proceeds will benefit the Sippican Lands Trust.
$50 per person
Long Walk to Solomon's Cellar
Saturday, August 1st
8:30 AM
Meet at Hoff Parking Lot
Join us for a long walk to a 19th century cellar hole that once was the home of Solomon Smith a formerly enslaved person. At our Annual Meeting we shared the short film “Sweet Freedom".  The movie was about choices free people made during the time of bounty hunters and changing attitudes to slavery. From about the same time period, Solomon Smith set up a home outside of Mattapoisett in the woods near the border with Marion.
The walk will be about 5 miles on basic forest paths, through less used trails. We will see some of Marion’s least fragmented forest habitat. Summer conditions with a little mud and bugs in the quiet woods.
Bring water and your choice of bug spray. Wear sturdy shoes/boots.
Please register so we know who to expect and to be kept updated in case of weather issues.
Sunrise Forest Bathing
Saturday, August 8th
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Osprey MarshÂ
The early morning light in August is particularly special as the forest awakens – Come experience the special magic of a Summer Forest at Sunrise on a guided Forest Bathing Walk with certified guide, Diane Pienta.
More than just a walk in the woods, Forest Bathing is a slow, mindful practice that invites you to step away from daily stress, deepen your connection with the natural world and with yourself.
The walk follows a flat, 200-yard path through varied habitat, including boardwalks over damp areas. We’ll move slowly and pause along the way, so dress comfortably and bring a portable chair if preferred.
The walk will be rescheduled in case of heavy rain, so please ensure we have your contact information for updates.
Limited to 10 participants, so register soon to avoid disappointment! $10.
Learn more at:Â Â www.dianepienta.com
Adventure Dog Walk
Saturday, August 15th
9:30 AM
White EagleÂ
Terrapin Program with Deb Ewing
Sunday, August 16th
10:30 AM
TBA after registration
Come explore how volunteers are giving a leg up to the local Diamondback Terrapin.
The salt marsh and estuary dwelling species is listed as "threatened" in Massachusetts. It appears to be coming back from near extirpation due to incidental take in traps, loss of habitat and other threats. Deb Ewing, the SLT's Board Clerk and dedicated local volunteer, will introduce us to the efforts to protect the species, included an area of protected nests called the "Turtle Garden." With all the NECWA volunteers, interns and the local residents there has been monitoring and protection of these nests for 11 years. Depending upon weather (and a little luck), we may be able to see hatchlings.
Limited to 15 people. You must sign up and you will be given directions on where to park and meet for the program.
Morning Yoga w/ Shawn Sweet
Sunday, August 30th
9:00 AM
Osprey Marsh Pavilion