Wetlands Talk & Walk

341 Virginia Rd, Concord, MA

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An all-levels presentation on wetlands ecology followed by a guided walk with OARS’ wetlands scientist, Ingeborg Hegemann, and Concord Land Conservation Trust’s Manager of Land Stewardship, Alexi Dart-Padover, at CLCT’s Elm Brook property.

Presented in partnership by Concord Land Conservation Trust, The Thoreau Alliance, and OARS.

Registration is free and is required to attend. Donations are encouraged to support programming and the work of CLCT, The Thoreau Alliance, and OARS.

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Date: Sunday April 26
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Venue: Thoreau Farm
Categories: 40 Years—3 Rivers

~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.

Wetlands Talk & Walk

APRIL 26, 2026

Thoreau Farm, 1:00-3:00pm

341 Virginia Rd, Concord, MA

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