A Lloyd Center Whale Watch for the Ages

Seabirds on a Humpback Whale -Courtesy Pamela Lowell

by Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate Protecting endangered habitats and species, conducting inventories on populations, and educating the public are cornerstones of the Lloyd Center missions of education and research.  One of our long-standing traditions that embody our mission is our birding and whale watching trips to Stellwagon Bank National Marine Sanctuary.  Like our…

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What A Year It’s Been at the Lloyd Center!

 by Shannon Ewell, Lloyd Center Educator/Naturalist As I sit at my desk and look out between the trees to the Slocum River on this sunny, non-humid, perfect summer day – I wonder how I got to be so lucky. This year I accepted a position as an educator/naturalist here at the Lloyd Center, and have…

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Diamondback Terrapin Turtles Hatch at Salters Point

One of the many historical Lloyd Center research endeavors has been protection and monitoring for the Northern Diamondback Terrapin, (Malaclemmys terrapin terrapin). Listed as “threatened” under the Massachusetts Endangered Species, the terrapin is our only turtle associated with estuaries, salt marshes, and sandy habitats where it nests each spring and summer. The species ranges from…

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Lloyd Center Wednesday Bird Walks Are Back September 6th!

The Lloyd Center 82-acre property offers a diverse assemblage of bird habitats year-round for breeding birds, including species passing through on migrations, permanent residents, and even the occasional rarity. A diverse, predominantly oak-hickory forest also has its share of evergreens, dense undergrowth and “snag” (standing dead tree) habitat, which ensures a varied food source and…

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What Sets the Lloyd Center Apart?

Music in the Woods

The Lloyd Center’s Southcoast location makes it part of a community of non-profits addressing different, important needs. As an organization, the Lloyd Center is supported by being part of this group. At the same time, the public is often confused about what makes the Lloyd Center unique, and everything that happens over the course of…

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Thank You Clambake XXXVIII Supporters!

A big THANK YOU to all those who joined and supported the Lloyd Center at “Not Your Average” Clambake XXXVIII, “38 years of Celebrating Science & Education!” We appreciate your support and hope all those that attended the event had as much fun as we did! A special thank you to all of our Sponsors,…

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Lloyd Center – Cold Brew & Construction – Drop-in Events!

We hope you will join us to visit especially the unique, innovative components of the 105% energy rejuvenating Welcome Center, the preliminary construction and plans for the main building, the campus upgrades, and the new Teaching Pavilion. This will also be an opportunity to ask the variety of questions that surround our projects. The Drop-in…

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Dharma Voyage Holds Next Level Rowing Camp at the Lloyd Center

Dharma Voyage

From June 2nd through June 4th, Next Level Rowing held a training camp at the Lloyd Center to prepare its high-performance coastal rowing team for the US Beach Sprint National Team trials. The Beach Sprints are a dynamic racing format where the rowers start on the beach, run a 50 meter sprint to their boat,…

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Study at Lloyd Center – Microbially-Influenced Corrosion in Marine Sediments  

UMass. Study

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth’s Assistant Professor Ryan Beemer and Master Student Dayna Logan, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Professor Pia Moisander and Master Student Stephanie Richard, Department of Biology, are conducting a study at the Lloyd Center’s dock. To address gaps in knowledge, this study involves installing small scale piles (pipes) made of…

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Lloyd Center’s Not Your Average Clambake XXXVIII – Details and Tickets!

Reserve your ticket today! Join us for Clambake XXXVIII, “38 years of Celebrating Science & Education!” at Buzzards Bay Brewing in Westport on Sunday, July 16, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. with dining, live music, dancing, lawn games and auction artwork on display! Dining – Gnarly Vines, The Oxcart, and Tacofied Food Trucks will be…

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Lloyd Center – Cold Brew & Construction!

We hope you will join us to visit especially the unique, innovative components of the 105% energy rejuvenating Welcome Center, the preliminary construction and plans for the main building, the campus upgrades, and the new Teaching Pavilion. This will also be an opportunity to ask the variety of questions that surround our projects. The Cold…

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New Bedford’s Voc-Tech Students Put Final Touches on Lloyd Center Building Renovation

by Seth Chitwood, Standard-Times Started in 2016, the “Living Building Challenge™” has been a project built entirely by Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School students. The Lloyd Center’s environmentally sustainable new welcome center will be a hub for visitors and provide students with educational programs. “Honestly, this is the most unique project I’ve ever worked on,” said…

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Lloyd Center Resumes Coastal Pond Piping Plover Management

by Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate As Memorial Day weekend arrives, Piping Plover season is in full swing. Many nests are under incubation, hatching looms for a few pairs, and terns are showing up at some sites. Nesting began in late April, with a nest discovered on West Island Town Beach on April 25th,…

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Lloyd Center Work Day Volunteers – Thank You!

We would like to thank Amanda Heck, Robert Bernert, Bettina Borders & Victor Mailey for donating their time to ready our trails and gardens for the summer season. Come visit the Center’s Hardscrabble Nature Preserve from dawn to dusk, free of charge!

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Lloyd Center – Cold Brew & Construction!

We are excited to share and celebrate the facilities achievements of Transforming A Legacy, the Lloyd Center’s multi-year Capital Campaign.  In 2015, Eric A. Braitmayer and Peter L. Macdonald, co-chairs of the campaign, wrote, If the Lloyd Center for the Environment is to continue to transform not only lives, but also the futures of our…

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Dartmouth Fire District 1 Donates Inflatable to the Lloyd Center

“On behalf of the Lloyd Center, I am happy to accept this gift of an inflatable raft from Dartmouth Fire Department, District 1. It is particularly well-suited to our riverfront location where it will assist in fulfilling our research and outreach mission. It will provide improved waterfront access, and assistance with collection and safety.”  “Thank…

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Not Your Average Clambake XXXVIII – Sunday, July 16

Reserve your ticket today!    Join us for Clambake XXXVIII, “38 years of Celebrating Science & Education!” at Buzzards Bay Brewing in Westport on Sunday, July 16, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. with dining, live music, dancing, lawn games and auction artwork on display! Dining – Gnarly Vines, The Oxcart, and Tacofied Food Trucks will…

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Integrating Technology-Based Modeling with Environmental Education

At the Dartmouth Cultural Center – Thursday, June 1st The session will start with a talk about the importance of environmental education centers such as Lloyd Center for the Environment and their programs impact on students’ understanding of various environmental topics. The talk will also highlight the importance and ways of integrating technology-based modeling while…

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Protecting Endangered Species in New England

Did you know that many species in New England are considered endangered or threatened? These species face a range of challenges, from habitat loss and fragmentation to climate change and pollution. But why is it important to protect these species, and what is being done to help them recover? Let’s explore the endangered species of…

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How Outdoor Activities Can Improve Your Physical and Mental Health

Lloyd Center - Enjoy Nature

Do you ever feel stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the world around you? If so, you’re not alone. In our fast-paced, technology-driven society, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and lose touch with nature. But did you know that spending time outdoors can actually improve your physical and mental health? In…

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Lloyd Center 2023 Environmental Education/Outreach Summer Internships

Do you have a passion for environmental science? Are you experienced or interested in working with youth? The Lloyd Center is in need of Environmental Education/Outreach interns to assist educators in teaching outdoor nature/science-based programs for our summer season. The Lloyd Center’s educational philosophy is that hands-on learning brings the study of science to life!…

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 Lloyd Center Halfway to Membership Goal!

The Lloyd Center for the Environment is a local treasure with an exceptional estuary on the Slocum River, breath-taking views, and over five miles of unique hiking trails. Your membership support allows us to offer access to our grounds and future exhibits at no charge to the public. We are asking you to join or…

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The Lloyd Center’s Living Building

The Lloyd Center’s new Welcome Center is a cutting-edge, 900-square foot building designed to meet the Living Building Challenge™ (LBC™), the most stringent building standard in the world. The LBC™ requirements include educational mandates as the building and the site must show case, for users and the public, the on-going restorative principals through design elements:…

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