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With Pat Shields and Lionel Chute Explore spring wildflowers of the Forest for Learning behind Putney Central School. Meet at the kiosk by the pool on School Forest Drive (immediate right off the front school driveway). The walk to the site might be wet so boots are a good idea. This walk is co-sponsored by […]
Explore the hidden gems of the woods through sound, and sight. Cat is incredibly passionate about birds, and after this walk, you will be too! This walk is part of our BioBlitz Series, so for this year we will hike the Hinton Trail. Come explore a new venue for the Birding Walk, and help us […]
There are hundreds of different species of moss in Vermont. Often overlooked, difficult to specify, mosses and their allies (liverworts and hornworts) nevertheless play an important role in our northern temperate forests. Learning a little bit about them can enhance your woodland walks and deepen your understanding of ecology at the miniature scale. We will […]
NOTE: The walk has been cancelled/postponed due to lack of water. As is now usual, there is nothing usual about weather in this part of the world, and the wetlands are dry. Hope to reschedule later in the summer, and mostly hope for rain... A herpetology hands-on for kids, with with Sam Quintal, Mick Baisley […]
Update: Due to overwhelming demand, and to keep this walk to a manageable group, registrations are now capped. Please email sam.quintal@gmail.com to join the waiting list. Tom Wessels is a terrestrial ecologist and professor emeritus at Antioch University New England. With interests in forest, desert, arctic, and alpine ecosystems, plus geomorphology, evolutionary ecology, complex systems […]
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs! They are everywhere, yet frequently invisible. They are vital yet often ignored. Learn more about the beauty, strength, function and habits of the smallest mobile residents of our forests. Please bring a butterfly net if you have one. This is part of our BioBlitz series celebrating the diversity of life in the […]
can you imagine anything better to do on Putney Mountain? Make your way to the summit for class starting at 10 am, with your mat. Rain date: August 14 - Register for updates and a reminder via email.
Cancelled for scheduling conflict - turns out this is the first day of Putney Rec League Soccer. Stay tuned for a new date/or revised plan. Join Sam Quintal, Putney Mountain board member, BKL Ski League coach, and dad, for over 6 miles of beautiful trail on foot. Pace will be moderate, snacks/lunch provided, and fun […]
If you’re crazy about raptors, happy about hawks, or just curious about people with big binoculars, join John for a look inside the practice, purpose and history of Hawk Watch. A fixture of Putney Mountain since the 1970's, the Hawk watch one of the longest running events on Putney Mountain, and is featured in our […]
Join us for a spring birding extravaganza this Saturday May 20th. Visit the Putney birding nexus of Sand Hill Road with expert birder Richard Foye as well as fellow bird enthusiasts. Please bring binoculars if you have them and leave your dogs at home. Kids under close supervision are welcome (we'll be walking on the […]
On Saturday September 16 from 10:00 to 2:00 long time Putney Mt. Hawkwatcher John Anderson will give an introduction to hawkwatching. Those interested can join John in the Putney Mt. Summit clearing for this event. While not absolutely necessary, binoculars are highly recommended. Participants should also bring food, water and sunscreen. Find your way to […]
Join Richard Foye and the Putney Mountain Association to enjoy the sights and sounds of the songbirds currently making Putney home. Meet at Sand Hill Road at 7am this Sunday.
