Editor’s Note: Listings in Trail Mix are free. Email: outdoor@recorder.com The deadline is Tuesday by 8 a.m. Questions? Call 413-772-0261, ext. 276. Weather may cancel or force the rescheduling of some of these events. Additionally, space is often limited. Please contact organizers to ensure you can attend. This is particularly important if registration is required.
Bald Eagles and Barton Cove Paddle
Join Mass Audubon and Northfield Mountain naturalists on Saturday, July 2, from 9:30 a.m. until noon for a morning paddle on the Connecticut River as we explore scenic Barton Cove.
Bald Eagles first built a nest on Barton Cove Island in 1989 and have nested on the island continuously since then. During the past few breeding seasons, three eaglets have successfully fledged from this historic nesting location.
We’ll delve into the success of the restoration program, their fascinating life history and hopefully catch a glimpse of these majestic birds. This program is appropriate for both beginning and experienced paddlers and is co-sponsored with Massachusetts Audubon Society’s Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary. Single and tandem kayaks available. Boat rental payable on day of program at Barton Cove. The fee is $10 per person, $25 plus tax for kayak rental.
Register by calling Arcadia at 413-584-3009 or visit: www.massaudubon.org
Astronomy Conjunction
On Friday and Saturday, July 8 and 9, Northfield Mountain will host the 34th annual Connecticut River Valley Astronomer’s Conjunction. Enjoy the camaraderie of amateur astronomers learning and observing together at Northfield Mountain. Held during the dark of the moon, the weekend will be jam-packed full of slide presentations, talks, and night sky viewing through telescopes of all shapes and sizes. Check out the conjunction website: www.philharrington.net/astroconjunction
Registration forms available from Richard Sanderson at: rsanderson@springfieldmuseums.org
Or, write Jack Megas, Astronomy Conjunction, 311 Surrey Road, Springfield, MA 01118. This event is appropriate for ages 12 and older and is free to the public.
Mount Grace invites both first-time and experienced campers to enjoy the outdoors in the company of friends, family and neighbors at it third annual Community Campout at Skyfields Arboretum, 1461 Old Keene Road in Athol from Saturday, July 9, at 3:30 p.m. to Sunday, July 10, at 10 a.m. The event is part of the National Wildlife Federation’s Great American Campout initiative. Campers of all ages and backgrounds are invited to participate. For more information, call 978-248-2055, ext. 28, or email: outreach_americorps@mountgrace.org