WILLIAMSTOWN - The past, present and future of the Hoosic River will be the subject of "Watershed 101," a presentation by Eileen Fielding, executive director of the Hoosic River Watershed Association, on Sunday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m. at the Williamstown House of Local History.
Admission is free and light refreshments will follow the presentation.
The illustrated talk will cover the historic, and sometimes catastrophic, relationships between the river and the human community in the river valley, and how each has been shaped by the other. It will also show how today's Hoosic River is largely a human artifact, but has retained (or recovered) much of its natural beauty and natural function.
The river's possible futures will also be discussed, especially with respect to water supply, public health and safety, and climate change. There will be a chance to chat about kayaking and fishing spots.
The Hoosic River Watershed Association is a private non-profit citizens' group founded in 1986 and dedicated to the conservation, restoration, and enjoyment of the Hoosic River and its watershed, through education, research and advocacy. Fielding, executive director of HooRWA, has worked in environmental nonprofits for many years as well as teaching watershed management, ecology, conservation biology, and related subjects at the University of Chicago, Trinity College, Green Mountain College, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and St. Joseph College.
The House of Local History is located in the west end of the David and Joyce Milne Public Library, on Field Park at the northern junction of Routes 2 and 7, across from the Williams Inn. The House of Local History is fully handicapped-accessible. Call 413-458-2166 or e-mail whlh1753@roadrunner.com for more information.
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Companion Corner: Lucy at Second Chance Animal Shelter
By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
ARLINGTON, Vt. — There is an excited and energetic pup looking for her new family.
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Lucy is an 18-month-old heeler/terrier mix with energy to spare. She has been at the Second Chance Animal Shelter for about a month.
Lead canine care technician Alaura Lasher introduced us to her.
"She is a very energetic girl. She loves to play, and as you can see, she came to us from animal control," she said.
Lucy was not in a great situation before coming to the shelter and they are still trying to learn more about her.
"They had seized her from a pretty neglectful situation. She was actually technically abandoned. She just came to us this last month, so she's still showing us all of her energy she has," Lasher said.
Lucy is able to go home with a dog-savvy cat and older children as she can be a bit jumpy with her bounds of energy.
"The perfect home for her is one that is able to give her a ton of attention and a ton of time playing, she loves her time outside," said Lasher. "She can run forever and not get tired. She can possibly live with another dog who is used to more of a pushy play style. She can be a little pushy when she plays, just because she's so hyper."
Since she is young, she is still learning and training with the staff and might need more with someone who takes her home.
"To the best of our knowledge, she's just a healthy young girl, because she's only a year and a half old, she still got a little bit of learning and training that she could use."
But Lucy is always happy to see anyone and immediately wants to play and say hi. Her endless energy makes her a great companion to play outside with and then hang out after a long day of fun.
"She's just a super sweet girl again. She'll need some help with the training, but as long as you've got time to burn out her energy, she'll make a great family dog," she said.
If you think Lucy might be the girl for you, reach out to Second Chance Animal Shelter and learn more about her on their website.
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