Calendar
Please note: While the Center's main building is closed to the public due to renovations, the Lloyd Center offices are open, as well as the walking trails on our 82-acre site in South Dartmouth.
For routine events, registered patrons will be contacted for a cancellation, but should otherwise report to the site as indicated for the event. For special events such as van trips, patrons will be contacted to discuss any unique logistics.
Lloyd Center Shorebird Migration Stroll at Gooseberry Neck Island
Date: July 24, 2026Inclement Weather Date: July 25, 2026
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Place: Gooseberry Neck Island parking lot, across causeway on island
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: $8 Non-member: $10 Children under 12: 1/2 price
Attendee Limit: 20
Gooseberry Neck Island is a a significant shorebird stopover site during the later summer migration. In addition to a variety of shorebird species offshore sightings may include terns, cormorants, waterfowl, and ospreys.
If the shoreline is quiet the island interior offers an abundance of songbirds in the shrubbery and other raptor species may be seen flying overhead. Grey Seals summer close to shore and are seen frequently, while White-Tailed Deer roam the interior, so mammals are also potentially seen. Aside from the wildlife, stunning vistas at the south tip include stellar views of the Elizabeth Island chain in Buzzards Bay.
Items to bring: birding equipment (binoculars or scope, camera), sturdy footwear for walking along the beach on sand.
Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Lloyd Center Women’s Full Moon Canoe Trip
Date: July 29, 2026Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center main bldg at the top of the hill
Leader: Liz Moniz, Lloyd Center Education/Outreach Director
Price: Member: $60 Non-member: $65
Attendee Limit: 12
Ladies night out!
Enjoy canoeing the historic Slocum River. There is a short hike through our forest to the launch site and all equipment is provided. Wear clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting wet and pack a non-alcoholic beverage and snack.
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact Liz at 774 328-4820, or email liz@lloydcenter.org.
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Lloyd Center Evening Shorebird Migration Stroll at West Island
Date: July 31, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 1, 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Place: West Island Town Beach lot
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: $8 Non-member: $10 Children under 12: 1/2 price
Attendee Limit: 15
In late July, more Piping Plovers arrive from nearby sites as the nesting season winds down and the shorebird migration begins. The wetland habitats at West Island come to life as a stopover for species such as Semipalmated Plovers, Short-billed Dowitchers, and Greater Yellowlegs, while Snowy and Great Egrets gather in the salt marsh.
Along the intertidal shore, Common and Roseate Terns congregate after nesting on offshore islands, and Laughing Gulls pass through in high numbers. Come witness the migration on another summer evening at West Island!
Items to bring/notes: birding equipment (binoculars or scope, camera, bird), footwear for walking along the beach, bug spray.
Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Dip Netting the Lloyd Center Estuary – A Three-Season Adventure!
Date: August 1, 2026Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center Welcome Center
Leader: Shannon Ewell, Lloyd Center Educator/Naturalist
Price: Member: $5 Non-member: $10
Attendee Limit: 12
Join Shannon, Lloyd Center Educator/Naturalist, in the Lloyd Center Estuary during three different seasons - spring, summer & fall! Let's compare and contrast the water, vegetation, and creatures of the estuary during different times of the year. We will dip net to catch & identify live specimens.
This is not a "drop off" program; parent or guardian required to stay for the duration of the program.
Please bring shoes that can wet and season-appropriate clothing. Water, sunscreen and bug spray are also recommended.
We hope you can attend all three events to record the seasonal changes! Times will be finalized the week of the program pending the tide, please keep an eye on our Facebook page and website.
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact Shannon via email shannon@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: August 5, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 6, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Robert Feingold
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Lloyd Center Evening Shorebird Migration Stroll at West Island
Date: August 5, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 6, 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Place: West Island Town Parking Lot
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: $8 Non-member: $10 Children under 12: half price
Attendee Limit: 20
The Lloyd Center first began managing Piping Plovers at West Island in 2024, but has a long history of prior surveys at West Island Marsh. In addition to the beach which has nesting Piping Plovers, and periodically Least Terns that linger during migration, the marsh may have large numbers of waterbirds congregating from many groups. Especially at lower tides, shorebirds and waders can number in the hundreds, with waterfowl, gulls, terns, and ospreys also possible sightings. Come learn about both the nesting and migratory bird species at this unique site.
Items to bring: birding equipment (binoculars or scope, camera), sturdy footwear for walking along the beach on sand and over cobble, fluids, bug spray
Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Lloyd Center Summer Gala – An Evening for the Environment!
Date: August 7, 2026Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Place: Merrill's on the Waterfront
Price: $100 - $5,000
Get ready for a night of celebration, inspiration, and giving back! Reconnect with the Center's mission, meet fellow supporters, and discover new opportunities to engage.
Our Summer Gala is a chance to come together, have fun, and support a cause that matters. Every ticket, donation, and shared moment helps fuel the Center's mission and strengthens our community. Your presence and generosity will help create lasting impact!
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: August 12, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 13, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: August 19, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 20, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Robert Feingold
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: August 26, 2026Inclement Weather Date: August 27, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Kevin Roderigues
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Lloyd Center Women’s Full Moon Canoe Trip
Date: August 28, 2026Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center main bldg. at the top of the hill
Leader: Liz Moniz, Lloyd Center Education/Outreach Director
Price: Member: $60 Non-member: $65
Attendee Limit: 12
Ladies night out! Enjoy canoeing the historic Slocum River. There is a short hike through our forest to the launch site and all equipment is provided. Wear clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting wet and pack a non-alcoholic beverage and snack.
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact Liz at 774 328-4820, or email liz@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 2, 2026Inclement Weather Date: September 3, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 9, 2026Inclement Weather Date: September 10, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Robert Feingold
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Paskamansett Bird Club Late Summer Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 12, 2026Inclement Weather Date: September 13, 2026
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower parking lot near Welcome Center
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Free to the public
Attendee Limit: 25
The Lloyd Center has a close historical connection to the Paskamansett Bird Club (PBC), and we are happy to again to partner with the PBC for its walk series at the Lloyd Center property. Our 82 acres offer a varied landscape “where Land meets Sea” (our historical slogan) including both forest and wetland habitats.
In mid-September, forest sightings may include initial migrating warblers, although waterbirds are likely the lead attraction. Egrets and shorebirds are gathering for migration in the tidal flats and salt marsh, Ospreys are fishing or perched at platforms, and with luck a Bald Eagle is soaring overhead. Come see our avian diversity to close out summer!
Birding stops include the Center's main facility feeder station and observatory, waterfront pier, salt marsh, open areas near lot and forest edge, and wooded trail system. For those new to the property, be prepared for some hilly terrain and possibly damp sections.
Recommended: Bring bug spray as mosquitoes may be active, depending upon weather conditions.
Pre-register online; email Jamie for questions and/or more information at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 16, 2026Inclement Weather Date: September 17, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Robert Feingold
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 23, 2026Inclement Weather Date: September 24, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Kevin Roderigues
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Lloyd Center Women’s Full Moon Canoe Trip
Date: September 26, 2026Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center main bldg. at the top of the hill
Leader: Liz Moniz, Lloyd Center Education/Outreach Director
Price: Member: $60 Non-member: $65
Attendee Limit: 12
Ladies night out! Enjoy canoeing the historic Slocum River. There is a short hike through our forest to the launch site and all equipment is provided. Wear clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting wet and pack a non-alcoholic beverage and snack.
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact Liz at 774 328-4820, or email liz@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 30, 2026Inclement Weather Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center
Date: September 30, 2026Inclement Weather Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower lot near staircase
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: Free Non-member: $5
Attendee Limit: 15
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species.
Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day.
Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain).
Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
Photo courtesy of Kevin Roderigues
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Lloyd Center Fall Evening Owl Prowl I
Date: October 22, 2026Inclement Weather Date: October 23, 2026
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower parking lot near Welcome Center
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: $20 Non-member: 25 Children under 12: half-price
Attendee Limit: 20
Age Limit: 10 years & older
As the foliage passes peak and colder fall weather arrives, many creatures are preparing for winter dormancy. Not so for the mysterious owls of our region, which are just starting their engines!
Great-Horned Owls nest during winter starting their territoriality, while saw-whet owls may pass through during fall migration. Screech and Barred Owls nest toward spring but also exhibit territorial behavior during the colder months. Visit the Lloyd Center on a fall evening to see “whoo” lurks!
Items to bring: flashlight (spotlight a plus) camera, binoculars, and footwear for light walking on forest trails
Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Lloyd Center Fall Evening Owl Prowl II
Date: November 5, 2026Inclement Weather Date: November 6, 2026
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Place: Lloyd Center lower parking lot near Welcome Center
Leader: Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Price: Member: $20 Non-member: $25 Children under 12: half-price
Attendee Limit: 20
Age Limit: 10 years & older
As the foliage passes peak and colder fall weather arrives, many creatures are preparing for winter dormancy. Not so for the mysterious owls of our region, which are just starting their engines.
Great-Horned Owls nest during winter starting their territoriality, while saw-whet owls may pass through during fall migration. Screech and Barred Owls nest toward spring but also exhibit territorial behavior during the colder months. Visit the Lloyd Center on a fall evening to see “whoo” lurks!
Items to bring: flashlight (spotlight a plus) camera, binoculars, and footwear for light walking on forest trails
Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org.
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Past Events
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| Lloyd Center Women’s Full Moon Canoe Trip (June 29, 2026)
Ladies night out! Enjoy canoeing the historic Slocum River. There is a short hike through our forest to the launch site and all equipment is provided. Wear clothing and footwear you don’t mind getting wet and pack a non-alcoholic beverage and snack. Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact Liz at 774 328-4820, or email liz@lloydcenter.org. |
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| Lloyd Center Evening Solstice Birding at Demarest Lloyd State Park (June 23, 2026)
Kick-off summer learning about nesting shorebirds at the dynamic ecosystem of DCR Demarest Lloyd State Park, with its large vegetated sand spit at the mouth of the Slocum River where endangered Piping Plovers and Least Terns nest. Learn about and witness these species in addition to other bird life found on the beach, estuary, salt marsh, lagoon, and forest habitats that comprise this diverse and conveniently small area. Ospreys, egrets, American Oystercatchers, willets and eiders are a sure bet. Held the evening of the summer solstice, don’t miss this stroll! Items to bring: birding equipment (binoculars or scope, camera, bird), footwear for walking along the beach, bug spray. Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org Photo courtesy of Chloe Shelford |
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| Lloyd Center Evening Shorebird Walk at West Island (June 12, 2026)
West Island is a barrier island with extensive nesting habitat for Piping Plovers, including the Town Beach portion where the Lloyd Center has protected the birds since the species became endangered in the mid 1980’s. Low dunes, rocky intertidal, estuarine lagoon, and salt marsh, make for intricate wetland micro-habitats that include a restored salt marsh monitored for the state by the Lloyd Center, years ago. In the marsh, nesting species include Willets and endangered Salt Marsh Sharp-tailed Sparrows; heron species may be seen looking for fish. The shoreline and shallow offshore waters offer even more waterbird sightings at this diverse site. Come for an evening stroll to learn about the plovers, the recovery effort, and other species of the island. Items to bring: birding equipment (binoculars or scope, camera, bird), footwear for walking along the beach, bug spray. Pre-register online. For questions, please contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. |
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| Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center (May 20, 2026)
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species. Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day. Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain). Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. Photo courtesy of Kevin Roderigues |
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| Lloyd Center Spring Migration Bird Walk IV (May 15, 2026)
Each spring, the Lloyd Center’s woodland interior and forest edges, freshwater wetlands, salt marshes, and estuaries come to life. The northward migration brings birds passing through and resident breeders that will nest here for a diverse community in a constant state of flux. Human created habitats include a feeder station, butterfly gardens and bird houses. Ospreys, Bald Eagles, waders, waterfowl, songbirds including warblers, and owls are all present at some time. The walk series seeks to capture the peak migration period when all bird groups may be seen. Items to bring: footwear for hiking, clothing layers (wind/rain gear), binoculars, camera. Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. |
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| Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center (May 13, 2026)
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species. Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day. Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain). Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. Photo courtesy of Kevin Roderigues |
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| Lloyd Center Annual Meeting (May 9, 2026)
The Lloyd Center for the Environment is pleased to announce that the 2026 Annual Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 5:00pm – 5:30pm. We are excited to hold this year's meeting at the Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. |
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| Show Your Love for the Lloyd Center! (May 9, 2026)
“Show Your Love for the Lloyd Center!”, originally scheduled in February, but postponed due to the blizzard, will be held immediately after the Center's Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 9. This special fundraiser will benefit the education and research programs of the Lloyd Center for the Environment. Hosted at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery in Westport, MA, the evening will feature wine tasting and light appetizers in a beautiful coastal setting. The Lloyd Center’s mission is to inspire a lifelong respect and affection for nature through research and education, while advancing public understanding of coastal ecosystems and the need to protect them. Donations and event support help sustain programs that bring hands-on environmental learning to the community—including educational opportunities that reach thousands of students each year. If you’ve been looking for a meaningful way to support local environmental education—and enjoy a relaxed evening out—this is a great chance to do both! Thank you to everyone who has already purchased tickets! |
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| Lloyd Center Spring Migration Bird Walk III (May 8, 2026)
Each spring, the Lloyd Center’s woodland interior and forest edges, freshwater wetlands, salt marshes, and estuaries come to life. The northward migration brings birds passing through and resident breeders that will nest here for a diverse community in a constant state of flux. Human created habitats include a feeder station, butterfly gardens and bird houses. Ospreys, Bald Eagles, waders, waterfowl, songbirds including warblers, and owls are all present at some time. The walk series seeks to capture the peak migration period when all bird groups may be seen. Items to bring: footwear for hiking, clothing layers (wind/rain gear), binoculars, camera. Pre-register online. For questions contact Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. |
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| Wednesday Bird Walk at the Lloyd Center (May 6, 2026)
The Lloyd Center property has a diversity of habitats that attract birds year-round. These include a mixed forest interior (predominantly oak-hickory/with interspersed evergreens), wetlands (red maple swamp, vernal pools, estuary, salt marsh), forest edge, and butterfly gardens. This intricate landscape supports most bird groups depending upon the season including breeders, migrants, and overwintering species. Birding locations include the trail system, the Center’s waterfront pier, Lloyd Woods bordering the Little River salt marsh and estuary, and parking areas near forest edges and butterfly vegetation. Participants will also visit our main facility feeder station and upstairs observatory overlooking the Slocum River with views of Demarest Lloyd State Park, Mishaum Point, and the Elizabeth Island chain on a clear day. Items to bring/notes: camera, binoculars, hiking footwear. Terrain difficulty is easy to moderate (some hilly terrain). Pre-register online. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email Jamie Bogart at jbogart@lloydcenter.org. |
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