COMMUNITYÂ ANNOUNCEMENTÂ
NORTH EASTON, MA - Join DCR staff on Saturday, January 14th from 9:00am to 10:30am for a fun and frosty trek exploring our winter trees, shrubs, and groundcover (if they’re not covered by snow!). We’ll take a hike through the forest, near wetlands, and along a field to learn about Borderland State Park’s winter greens. Weather and ground conditions will determine route. Meet at the Visitor Center for this winter hike through Borderland State Park. For adults and children 8+. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy winter footwear. Rain, snow, or icy trails will cancel. Call (508) 866-2580 x162 for more information and for weather cancellation. Program is free; there is a parking fee of $2.00 per car. For park information and directions, please visit http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), an agency of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, oversees 450,000 acres of parks and forests, beaches, bike trails, watersheds, dams, and parkways. Led by Commissioner Edward M. Lambert Jr., the agency’s mission is to protect, promote, and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr.