Sudbury Rain Garden Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

WHEN: Friday, June 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

WHERE: Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at Morse Road, Sudbury, MA

OARS 3 Rivers, in partnership with the Town of Sudbury, Sudbury Conservation Department, A Yard & A Half, and local community volunteers, invites you to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Sudbury Rain Garden along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.

This new rain and pollinator garden is a nature-based solution designed to help reduce stormwater runoff, improve water quality, recharge groundwater, and provide habitat for native pollinators. Located along a highly visible community trail, the project also serves as an educational demonstration site highlighting how green infrastructure can help communities build resilience to climate change while enhancing public spaces.

The event will include brief remarks from project partners, a ribbon cutting, and opportunities to learn more about the role rain gardens play in protecting local rivers and ecosystems.

Event Details

Date: Friday June 12
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Categories: Climate Collaborative

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.

Sudbury Rain Garden Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

WHEN: Friday, June 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

WHERE: Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at Morse Road, Sudbury, MA

Event Details