NECWA News Blog

Join NECWA for Sheep Day at Soule Homestead! Mark your calendar for Sheep Day at Soule Homestead Education Center in Middleboro, MA on Saturday, May 17, from 10 am - 3 pm. All are welcome to enjoy a laid-back, fun-filled day on the farm! Come visit the NECWA tent to learn more about the unique coastal marine wildlife of New England. Free educational material and marine artifacts on display. Learn about the rescue and research activities that NECWA oversees and hear about our upcoming Southcoast Terrapin Project focused on a threatened species of marsh turtle that lives in our area. Grab your tickets in advance by following this link. Adult tickets are $12, children (3-12) are $7, and ages 0-2 are free. Tickets will also be available at the gate (slightly higher price), and all proceeds support Soule Homestead, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) and beloved community resource. Enjoy live sheep shearing with expert and educator Aaron, sheepdog demos with Mike from Sheepdog Junction, and fiber arts d...

NECWA will be at the 2025 grand opening of the Plymouth Farmer's Market! Stop by the NECWA information table at the Plymouth Farmer's Market, Thursday, May 15th, from 2:30 pm - 6 pm. We’ll have information about marine wildlife and current conservation efforts. Ask about volunteer opportunities! Starting June 5, we will be at the market every other week. The Plymouth Farmers Market offers fresh, locally sourced produce, meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and artisan goods to residents and visitors of Plymouth and the South Shore. It highlights the region’s agricultural diversity, supports a thriving local food economy, and promotes awareness of seasonal eating.  The market fosters food literacy and community well-being by educating the public about local food systems and how to prepare healthy meals with seasonal ingredients. It’s also a vibrant social hub celebrating local farmers, artisans, and food traditions in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. See you there!

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at NECWA.  May you know how much you are appreciated and loved.