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Relocating animals is illegal in Massachusetts, and for good reason. The animal may return — even from as far as fifteen miles! Relocated animals may suffer or even die, finding too much competition in the new area. The new habitat may be unsuitable or overpopulated. There is a possibility that unattended young may die. Disease may be contracted or spread to uninfected areas. It is always best to contact experts like the New England Wildlife Center when dealing with wild animals.

SFOC is supported by:

American Landscape Inc. at Sharon View NurseryAmerican Landscape Inc. at Sharon View Nursery

 

 

SFOC Events: Spring – Fall 2009

Snow hike in SharonFor area events sponsored by other organizations, see the Resources page.

Saturday, April 25, at 10 a.m.
Bluebird box monitoring orientation. SFOC is seeking volunteers to help monitor the expanding network of bluebird boxes in Sharon. Monitoring is important to help bluebirds have successful nesting seasons. Christine Turnbull of MassAudubon will demonstrate checking and recording activity in the boxes. Park at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary. Info: 781-784-4625 or 781-784-5691.

Sunday, April 26, at 1:30 p.m.
HFY lakeside and "dot" trails walk, ~1.5 miles. Park at Community Center upper lot, near back. Info: 781-784-4625.

Saturday, May 9, at 9 a.m. - 12 noon.
Collection of used (but decent condition) bikes for Bikes Not Bombs self-help project (local and abroad). Kid and adult bikes with no rust. Donation requested: $10/bike. First Congregational Church, High St., Sharon, parking lot. Info: 781-784-4533 or 781-793-9145.

Thursday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m.
SFOC board meeting. All welcome. Park at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m.
Massapoag Trail walk. Mann’s Pond to Devil’s Rock. ~2 miles. Park at Mann’s Pond on Billings Street. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, May 31, at 2 p.m.
Crystal Spring Center for Earth Learning, 76 Everett Skinner Rd, Plainville. The Center is committed to a sustainable, bioregionally appropriate way of life. Easy trails. Drive: I-95 S to I-495 N (Exit 6B) to Rte 1 S (Exit 14B), 1.5 miles, turn rt on George St., which becomes Everett Skinner Rd. Carpool: Meet 1 p.m. at Shaws, Sharon. Info: 781-793-9145, 781-784-4625.

Sunday, June 14, at 9 a.m. - 12 noon.
Biodiversity Day at Moose Hill Farm. Co-sponsored with The Trustees of Reservations. Help identify Sharon species. Park at 396 Moose Hill St. Sharon. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, June 21, at 10 a.m.
Sandy Ridge trail. ~1.5 mile. South Main St, turn onto Farnham Rd, turn left at Farnham dump gate, park at far end of Sandy Ridge Circle. Shuttle back to cars. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, July 19, at 2 p.m.
King Philip’s Rock walk. ~1.5 miles. Park at KPR parking area, between 81 and 95 Mansfield St, or at 123 Mansfield St. Info: 781-784-4625.

Thursday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m.
SFOC board meeting. All welcome. Park at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, September 13, at 2 p.m.
Bay Circuit Trail hike. ~3 miles. Enjoy the southern part of the Sharon section of this 150-mile trail as it winds through Borderland State Park to Rockland Street in Easton. Along the way we’ll visit several ponds and Moyle’s Quarry. Park at end of Gorwin Drive (off Massapoag Ave.), Sharon. Shuttle back to cars. Info: 781-784-4533 or 781-784-4625.

Sunday, October 18, at 2 p.m.
Edge Hill Road Trail walk. ~1.5 miles. Park at about 203 Edge Hill Road near the wooden stairway ascending to the trail. Info: 781-784-4625 or 781-784-4533.