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Tree Cookies 4/18/2026

Saturday, April 18, 2026
3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Address

Boylston Public Library, 695 Main Street, Boylston, MA 01505
Directions
The Boylston Library requires registration for this event. 

Contact

Wachusett Reservoir

Address

Field Headquarters
180 Beaman St., West Boylston, MA 01583
Directions

Phone

Field Headquarters Call Wachusett Reservoir, Field Headquarters at (508) 792-7806
Watershed Rangers Call Wachusett Reservoir, Watershed Rangers at (978) 365-3800

Overview

Fees: Free

Meet at Boylston Public Library, 695 Main Street, Boylston.

Look at a tree’s life story in cross-sections "tree cookies" and core samples to determine a tree's age and observe its growth patterns. Simulate how trees compete for essential resources, such as light, water, and nutrients. Design a tree cookie pendant to keep. Suggested ages 6 and up 

For more information, please email Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov or call 617-352-4044.

Library phone number: 508-869-2371.

Contact

Address

Field Headquarters
180 Beaman St., West Boylston, MA 01583
Directions

Phone

Field Headquarters Call Wachusett Reservoir, Field Headquarters at (508) 792-7806
Watershed Rangers Call Wachusett Reservoir, Watershed Rangers at (978) 365-3800

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