SPRING 2024 EVENTS--50TH ANNIVERSARY 1974-2024
BEAVER VIEWING WALK
April 18, Thursday, from 7:00-8:30PM
Participants will meet at 7PM at the nature center to look at beaver artifacts and hear a brief overview about these marvelous creatures. The group will then proceed to the boardwalk below the nature center to look for beaver. Bog Host Steve Anglea will lead the walk. Photo by Nance Masterson.
SPIRAL SONGS: SPRING RISING
Saturday May 4th & Sunday May 5th
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Please join Claire and Molly McCahan at Quincy Bog to attune to the up swelling of Spring’s energy through song and outdoor exploration. We will be joined by pianist 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 and violinist 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐫 @shelbyjohntrevor for a program ranging from traditional Scottish tunes to Britten duets and modern folk.
Tickets: $20 pre-registration, $25 day-of
𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐭 https://spiralsongs.ticketleap.com/rising-spring/
Saturday, March 2
SNOW CREATION EVENT Cancelled due to weather. No rain date.
Help us celebrate the 50th anniversary of Quincy Bog Natural Area by creating a masterpiece out of snow along our trail at the bog! If you aren’t a snow creation builder, we encourage you to visit the bog and view the creative works of the community!
Date: Saturday, March 2 (rain date March 9)
Time: Check in at our Nature Center between 10 am and 2 pm
Location: Quincy Bog
Theme: Bog related—wildlife (vertebrate and invertebrate), plants, fungi, and trees
Take a picture of your snow creation and post it via messenger on our FB site. We will share with the community and fan favorites will be chosen!
Important:
*No dyes, pigments or food coloring are permitted.
*Do not disrupt the natural environment at the bog.
This event is free and open to the public. No registration is necessary to participate. All ages are welcome! Refreshments will be available in our nature center.
Saturday, January 20th at noon.
The kickoff event for our 50th Anniversary will be held outside of our nature center. Yes, it will be chilly! A portable fire pit will be set up for a weenie roast and s’mores!
Saturday, February 3 (Storm date February 10) – Spiral Songs for Kids: Imbolc & Deep Winter (11am-12pm)
Join sisters Claire & Molly McCahan for a family friendly musical gathering of sing-alongs, stories, and song about deep winter at Quincy Bog Nature Center. Chairs and light snacks will be available, and guests should be prepared to take care of their physical comfort indoors and outdoors. COVID Protocol: guests are requested to complete a day-of COVID test. Masks are encouraged but not required.
The event is free-of-charge! Additional contributions will be happily accepted to support future Spiral Songs events and the Quincy Bog Natural Area. Pre-registration is required at spiralsongs.ticketleap.com/imbolc/
Saturday, February 3 & Sunday February 4th (Storm dates February 10th & 11th) – Spiral Songs: Imbolc & Deep Winter (2:00-4:00pm)
Join sisters Claire & Molly McCahan for an immersive musical gathering of classical and folk songs melded with group singing, outdoor exploration, and guided mindfulness work at the Quincy Bog Nature Center. Guests should be prepared to maintain their comfort in the winter temperatures and conditions while outside. Appropriate for ages 12+. COVID Protocol: guests are requested to complete a day-of COVID test. Masks are encouraged but not required.
$15 Ticket Fee. Additional contributions will be happily accepted to support future Spiral Songs events and the Quincy Bog Natural Area. Registration Required at spiralsongs.ticketleap.com/imbolc/
Weekend Nature Walks — Summer 2023 (full list)
Walks are free and open to the public, and will be held (light) rain or shine, but may be cancelled in a severe storm. Cancellations will be posted on the kiosks at the Bog and on the Quincy Bog Facebook page. All walks leave from the Quincy Bog Nature Center (131 Quincy Bog Road, Rumney) unless otherwise noted. Wear comfortable walking shoes; bring drinking water and bug spray.
Wednesday Evening Programs — Summer 2023 (full list)
Programs will take place at 7:00 PM at the Quincy Bog Nature Center (131 Quincy Bog Road in Rumney). All talks are free (donations are gratefully accepted) and open to the public. These lectures are underwritten in part by the Ruth V. Fisher Fund.
Workshops — Summer 2023
Workshops will meet in the Quincy Bog Nature Center.