Daily Archives: June 28, 2010

Sunday, July 18, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Minnechaug Mountain

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Another field trip sponsored by The New England Wild Flower Society on Sunday, July 18,  from 10 – 2, will take place in the Berkshires.  Located just a mile north of the Connecticut-Massachusetts border in the Town of Hampden, Minnechaug Mountain has a diversity of forests, wetlands, and stream corridor communties. The mountain, which is owned and managed by the Minnechaug Land Trust, has an elevation of 908 feet and is crossed by a network of hiking trails.  Its forested habitats include northern hardwoods-hemlock-white pine habitats on middle and lower slopes, and richer habitats with sugar maple and white ash at higher elevations.  The summit area has a dry hickory-hornbeam forest (a rare community type in Massachusetts) with a variety of unusual flora that are particular to this type of habitat.  Over the past two years, NEWFS Conservation staff have been working with the Minnechaug Land Trust in botanical inventories and invasive species management on the mountain.  Join us as we continue our botanical forays on this special mountain (there is still plenty of flora to search and identify!) and see some of our ongoing work to improve the quality of its habitats. Moderately strenuous—sturdy footgear recommended.  $32 for NEWFS members, $36 for nonmembers, and registration may be accomplished at www.newfs.org.

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Sunday, July 18, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Boulder Loop Trail and Sundown Ledges

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Take a field trip to Albany, New Hampshire with the New England Wild Flower Society on Sunday, July 18, from 10 – 4, led by Chris Mattrick.  The Boulder Loop Trail leaves the Swift River Valley from the Albany Covered Bridge, one of the most scenic locations along the Kancamagus Highway in the heart of the White Mountains. Located on the north side of the “Kanc” and the Swift River, this trail ascends through the boulder-strewn forest below Sundown Ledges. The bowl created by the arc of these ledges is highly enriched and contains several rare plant species. Take a quick off-trail hike to locate the known locations and look for more. The summit is montane acidic cliff community with some pockets of enrichment. The summit of the ledges provides spectacular views of the Swift River Valley to the west and south. Explore the summit area and look for another recently discovered rare species. Recent trail work on the Boulder Loop trail makes this an easy and enjoyable hike. Sturdy hiking boots a must.  Bring a bag lunch, plenty of water, and hand lens if you have one.  $48 fee for NEWFS members, $54 for nonmembers, and you may register at www.newfs.org.

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Executive Director, Massachusetts Horticultural Society

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The Massachusetts Horticultural Society is looking for  full time executive leadership. The Executive Director will hold full responsibility for the financial, strategic, and organizational growth and success of Mass Hort. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director will lead the development of the strategic vision and planning process for a renewed organization that drives the mission into an increasingly digital and ecologically-aware world. S/he will capitalize on the past successes, expertise, and resources of the Society to build it into a premier organization known for its mission of promoting the science, art, and practice of horticulture and dedicated to providing the public an appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of plants and our environment.

The ED must have a leadership style that promotes collective involvement and collaboration, open and inclusive communications, be adept at managing in highly matrixed organizations, advocates and cultivates volunteer involvement, and inspires all parties to work toward a singular mission and vision. The ED will prepare all budgets and cash flow projections and in concert with the Board oversee all external audits.

Formed in 1829, Massachusetts Horticultural Society is dedicated to encouraging and improving the science and practice of horticulture and to developing the public’s enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of plants and the environment. With its library, exhibitions, education and community outreach programs, and the recent development of a hands-on education and information center at Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, the Society is recognized as a consistent and comprehensive resource for horticultural science and practice, serving more than 270,000 people annually. Among its finest and most widely recognized achievements has been the Society’s Spring Flower Show (now produced as a joint venture). First produced in 1871, the Show was New England’s largest indoor event, attracting nearly 90,000 people annually. MHS is one of the largest horticultural societies in the U.S., and New England is home to one of the largest and most dedicated groups of gardeners in the country.

Local candidates only – no relocation. For additional information, contact Mass Hort  at 617-933-4900, or mail resume to them at 900 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482.

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