Did You Know?

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 Nursery

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SFOC Events: Fall 2009 – Spring 2010

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

Saturday, September 26, at 8 a.m.
Bay Circuit Trail walk. The Trustees of Reservations is sponsoring a walk on the Bay Circuit Trail from the Sharon Community Center to Moose Hill Farm. About 5.5 miles. Meet/park at Moose Hill Farm, 396 Moose Hill Street, at 8 a.m. for car shuttle to beginning of walk.

Sunday, October 18, at 1:30 p.m.
Massapoag and Billings Trail walk. Mann's Pond to Devil's Rock. ~2 miles. Park at Mann's Pond on Billings Street. Info: 781-784-4625.

Sunday, November 8, at 1:30 p.m.
Horizons for Youth to King Philip's Rock. We will cross the newly-opened Horizons for Youth trails to reach King Philip's Rock. ~2.5 miles. Moderate hiking. Park at Horizons for Youth, 121 Lakeview St. in front of large green dining hall. Shuttle back to cars. Info 781-784-4625.

Floating Date: December/January Winter
Wildlife Tracking Hike. We will pick a weekend day with ideal fresh snowfall to seek tracks and other signs of winter wildlife activity. Important: Send us your contact information (telephone, e-mail) so we can reach you on short notice: 781-784-4625, or e-mail Kurt Buermann.

Monday, January 18 (Martin Luther King Day), at 1 p.m.
Winter Walk, our annual favorite, followed by hot cider and bagels. Park at 282 or 284 Mountain St. Info: 781-784-4533.

Saturday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m.
Potluck and SFOC annual meeting. Sharon Fish and Game Club, 303 East Street, Sharon. Info and food sign-up: 781-784-4625.

Saturday, April 17, 1:30 p.m.
Edge Hill Road Trail walk (Part of the Warner Trail). ~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.