Come join us for Kestrel’s most ambitious trail day yet–and to preview our new 65-acre Westhampton nature retreat, the Greenberg Family Conservation Area. This lovely forest, through which runs Sodom Brook, has a user-made trail system that needs to be improved and formalized. We’re mounting a “Big Day” of trail work, with several Kestrel-led crews taking on tasks throughout the property—including cutting new trail, re-routing existing footpaths, and creating switchbacks.

On Saturday, July 8 (rain date: Sunday, July 16), we’re looking for a big turnout of folks who want to make a significant impact! Trail work will take place in the morning from 9:00-12:30. Then you are welcome to stay for a free picnic lunch onsite and explore the property’s woods with its wildlife, “fairy trees,” and gorgeous shady brook.

At 2 p.m, naturalist Laurie Sanders will lead a Natural History tour of the property. This walk is open to the public as well as volunteers. Pre-registration is required for parking and meeting place details.

This is a family-friendly event, but please ensure adult supervision for children.

Schedule

9:00 am – 12:30 pm: Trail Work

12:45 – 2:00 pm: Picnic Lunch provided by Kestrel

2:00 – 3:30 pm: Nature Walk with Laurie Sanders

RSVP by email to Charlotte Malmborg or call our office at 413-549-1097. Details such as directions and parking information will be provided to our attendees before the event.

To sign up, please RSVP by email and specify:

1.) Will you be volunteering for trail work?

2.) If yes, do you want to stay for the free picnic lunch?

2.) If yes, do you have special dietary needs? (vegetarian, gluten free)

3.) Will you attend the Natural History Walk with Laurie Sanders?

4.) Will anyone else be joining you? If yes, provide names and specify their volunteer, lunch & walk attendance preferences as well.