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IT'S ON!

THE 2023 CSVW ANNUAL BIRD WALK
Led by Christine Costello of U.S. Forest Service
SATURDAY • MAY 20, 2023 • 7:30am


SAVE THE DATE because this event is one of the highlights of our year here at
​Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods!
We are so fortunate to have Christine Costello of the U. S. Forest Service back with us again this year to lead the way through the beautiful CSVW acreage.  Come along and enjoy a spring morning looking and listening for the returning migrators, and countless varieties of birds that make the sanctuary their home.
Our group will explore some of the habitats available for birds right here at the sanctuary, from woodlands to open fields and the waters at Teacup Lake.  CSVW Birdhouses offer terrific nesting opportunities for the local wild birds and are usually bustling with activity this time of year. 
The birdhouses also create some fine birdwatching.

Birdwatching is a wonderful pastime that can be enjoyed by just about anyone!   
Whether you are an expert or just curious about birding, you can have a great experience at the CSVW Annual Bird Walk.   Beginners will learn to identify birds by both sight and sound as we look to the skies and trees along the trails. 

Experts and enthusiasts, please join us and bring your knowledge.  We can all learn from each other and share birding tips, stories and ideas.  Bird Walk participants will discuss some ways to help our feathered friends thrive by paying attention to the environment that birds and other wildlife depend on
​for their survival.


Additional information and what to bring:
  • Bring binoculars and/or camera if you have them
  • Birding notebook or journal
  • Bug repellent & sunscreen
  • Water
  • The month of May can be hot or chilly so dress in layers
  • Trail appropriate footwear is always recommended 
  • Meet in the Upper Parking Area and be ready to hit the trail at 7:30am
  • Event is FREE! and open to the public
  • RAIN DATE:  Sunday • May 21st • 7:30 am

JOIN US HERE AT CSVW ON MAY 20th FOR THIS FUN, EDUCATIONAL AND VERY SPECIAL DAY IN NATURE!
AUTUMN GUIDED TRAIL WALK
Led by Shaw Smith of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire ​
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2022 at 9:00am 

We are excited to offer this Guided Trail Walk free of charge to the public and our CSVW Members!  Come along and enjoy the natural beauty at Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods on land that has been conserved and protected for over 50 years.

This trail walk is a fun way to experience our beautiful acreage and get to know the
​CSVW Trails with friends and neighbors!
Shaw Smith has served on the CSVW Board of Trustees and has lived in the former John Visny homestead for many years.  Bringing a unique familiarity of the lovely sanctuary trails, Shaw will lead the way on the River Trail & East Loop.  Our band of walkers will make their way on the trails and down to the pristine Cold River.  This is a wonderful opportunity to explore CSVW in a group setting with people who have an appreciation of our natural surroundings. 

MEET A CHAMPION
There are countless gorgeous species of flora and fauna that thrive throughout the CSVW trails including a County Champion Aspen!  
We just might spot this big old beauty together as we enjoy the autumn scenery along the way. 

Additional information and what to bring:
  • TRAIL appropriate footwear, clothing and/or trekking poles recommended as some folks may find these 2 trails a little bit challenging.
  • Bug repellent / sunscreen
  • Water
  • Meet in the upper parking area 740 Mt Israel Road • Center Sandwich, New Hampshire
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WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR A FINE MORNING ON THE TRAILS!


UNITED WAY
​DAY OF CARING


​9:00am Monday, September 12, 2022 
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
740 Mt Israel Road • Center Sandwich, NH 03227


The United Way is sending a team of volunteers to CSVW as part of the United Way's Day of Caring
annual event.  


​The group will perform some very important maintenance on the trails, in the gardens and all over the sanctuary grounds.  CSVW Wildlife depends on the protected environment provided by Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods and it is imperative to keep trails open, clear of brush and passable for both the wildlife and the public.  The gardens need weeding and edging in order to continue to flourish, especially for the many critically important pollinators at the sanctuary.
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A BIG THANK YOU to the volunteers who have participated in past.
A BIG WELCOME to this year’s United Way Day of Caring volunteers.

​CAN YOU HELP ON SEPTEMBER 12th?
CSVW appreciates any and all the volunteers that can give an hour, a morning or a day.  

Please come ready to work with your hands and get physical in the gardens and on the trails. 
WHAT YOU MIGHT NEED
  • garden or work gloves, 
  • dress in layers with both short & long sleeves
  • bug spray and sunscreen, 
  • water
  • your own gardening or trail maintenance tools

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE 
If you have questions or need more information please call 603-284-6807​.

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU FOR THE ANNUAL UNITED WAY DAY OF CARING!


740 Mt israel road         p.o. box 96         center sandwich, nh 03227       603-284-6428
Copyright © 2023 Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods  All rights reserved

photography  provided  by  Trish Bushmich  Copyright ©2023  all  rights  reserved

​CHAPMAN SANCTUARY and VISNY WOODS IS A 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION
Federal Tax ID EIN #04-2210786

  • HOME
  • WHAT'S HAPPENING
  • EVENTS
  • TRAILS
  • WILDLIFE HABITAT MANAGEMENT
  • MEMBERSHIP
  • VOLUNTEER
  • CONTRIBUTIONS
  • SPONSOR A BIRDHOUSE
  • BIRDHOUSES
  • PEOPLE PROFILES
    • The Story of Leonard Boyd Chapman
    • John Visny
  • CHAPPIE'S HOUSE
  • CONNECT WITH CSVW
  • eNEWSLETTER ARCHIVES
  • CSVW ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION