News  Experience the unique habitats of Massachusetts with guided walks

Explore our unique landscapes and discover how MassWildlife works to conserve and restore habitat for wildlife. This fall, join habitat biologists for a series of guided walks at biodiversity hotspots in Massachusetts. From invasive species and habitat restoration to rare wildlife and the distinctive pine barrens ecology, each walk offers an opportunity to learn more about the species that make these landscapes special—and the conservation work helping them thrive.

Walk dates and locations are listed below. Space is limited, and registration is required.

Saturday, September 19: Infestation to Restoration: Managing for Invasive Species, Belchertown
9:30–11 a.m., Herman Covey Wildlife Management Area
Join MassWildlife habitat biologists for a walk to explore the surprising world of invasive species. Learn how to identify the spotted lanternfly, tree of heaven, and other invasives while discovering the impacts they have on local ecosystems. Along the way, you'll learn how MassWildlife uses habitat restoration to manage invasive species and restore native habitats. Participants should be prepared for a ~1.5 mile walk on uneven ground. Click here to register.

Sunday, October 4: Barrens and Buck Moths, Carver/Plymouth
 1–3 p.m., Myles Standish Complex
The Myles Standish Complex, which includes MassWildlife’s Southeast Pine Barrens WMA and DCR’s Myles Standish State Forest, is one of the few places on earth where you can explore an expansive, intact pine barrens. Join staff from MassWildlife and DCR to learn about buck moths and other Species of Greatest Conservation Need that depend on pine barrens with open tree canopy maintained by fire or other disturbance. Participants should be prepared for a ~1.5 mile walk on uneven ground. Click here to register.

Sunday, October 11: Restoring Woodlands for Wildlife, East Falmouth
12–2 p.m., Frances Crane Wildlife Management Area
Join MassWildlife habitat biologists for a walk through a remarkable place that provides critical habitat for wildlife, including more than 20 species listed as endangered, threatened, or of special concern. Discover how more than a decade of successful habitat restoration has transformed the area and hear about the management activities planned there for this winter. Participants should be prepared for a ~2.5 mile walk on uneven ground. Click here to register.