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Summer in the Parks

June 15, 2022
Jennifer C. Schünemann
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Concord is well known for its rich history and stunning natural beauty. As the warm days of summer arrive, residents and visitors alike deeply appreciate having access to national and state parks which provide a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. Here, we present the key features of two of our most popular destinations.


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Native Plants Bee-long Here: How to Create a Pollinator Garden

June 15, 2022
Rebecca Carrillo
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Every backyard has a unique variety of flowers, trees, and the occasional persistent weed. The importance of our yard vegetation often falls under the radar, especially in grass lawn-dominated suburbia and a society that prizes outdoor aesthetics with little thought to the ecological value a landscape can provide. 


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The Pleasures of Summer in Concord

June 15, 2022
Dave Witherbee
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Concord’s summer is lovely and comforting. Life slows down after the energetic buzz of spring. Relax with photographer Dave Witherbee's stunning photo essay.


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The Great Outdoors

May 15, 2022
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Remember when mother said, “Want to go outside?” and we ran for the door with a big grin? Well, it is your time again; run for it! Hurry to and get out there and soak it in.  Celebrate nature with this stunning photo essay!


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Events - and Sites - that Bring the Outdoors to Life

May 15, 2022
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Get outside this summer with these exciting events!


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Concord Treasures: A Scavenger Hunt for Kids

May 15, 2022
Cynthia L. Baudendistel
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Spring and summer beckon us outdoors — especially kids, and their natural curiosity is the perfect springboard for a scavenger hunt.


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A Delightful Place for a Stroll: A Guide to Some of our Favorite Trails

May 15, 2022
Jennifer C. Schünemann
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As the warm weather arrives, nature puts on a stunning display of lush green meadows, brilliant flowers, and trees bursting with life. Animals, birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and a plethora of bugs and insects can be seen and heard as they go about their daily lives – bringing a smile to young and old alike. 


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The Great Outdoors

May 15, 2022
Dave Witherbee
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Inside Concord’s Private Gardens

The 33rd Concord Museum Garden Tour June 3 – 4, 2022
May 15, 2022
The Concord Museum’s Guild of Volunteers
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This is your chance to go behind the garden gates of some of Concord’s most beautiful – and unusual – private gardens.


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A Story of Wildlife, Beauty, and Peace on the Water

May 15, 2022
Alison Field-Juma and Julia Khorana
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As I pull into the parking area in early summer, I see people down at the dock of the quaint wooden boathouse on the Sudbury River. Family-owned South Bridge Boat House on Route 62 in Concord is the gateway to the rivers for all who would like to rent a kayak or canoe to explore.


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