Take 5: Think Cool Thoughts

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Ryan D.

The July heat wave that has swept over Massachusetts has everyone sweating. Shorts and sundresses abound as people strive to keep cool in as few layers as possible. Cars parked in the sun become solar ovens, hot enough to bake cookies on the dashboard. Even the most stubborn hold-outs have succumbed and dug into the attic for the air conditioner (energy-savers, of course!).

To help you try to beat the heat, we’ve lined up some gorgeous waterfall photographs, so you can picture yourself basking in the cool, shady air near a quiet forest stream. Enjoy these five past Photo Contest entries and submit your own images to the 2016 Picture This: Your Great Outdoors Photo Contest by September 30. Stay cool!

2012 Photo Contest © Robert DesRosiers

2012 Photo Contest © Lisa Gurney

2012 Photo Contest © John Elliott

2013 Photo Contest © Dan Sullivan

2010 Photo Contest © Deanna Wrubleski

Help Raise the Barn at Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Hillary T.

Oak Knoll Campers 640 For over 20 years, this green oasis in the heart of Attleboro has been a place where people can walk, learn, and explore. Right now, Oak Knoll has a chance to give Attleboro and the surrounding communities even more opportunities to experience and enjoy nature in their own backyard.

By renovating our historic barn, Oak Knoll can double the space to provide nature-based programs through camp, school programs, family activities, and more.

We need to raise $5,000 by the end of this week to stay on target. We were given a huge boost with a challenge grant from the Balfour Foundation: for every $1 we raise, they will donate $1. But we only have until July 30 to meet the challenge!

Can you help us by making a $25 gift today? Your investment will provide the families of Attleboro a welcoming, fun, and inviting space in which to learn about and celebrate nature.

Barn Before and After

Slide the arrow to see the barn transform.