SHEEP PASTURE PROPERTY USE & ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION - Updated 1/11/22
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE GUIDELINES FOR VISITING/USING THE SHEEP PASTURE PROPERTY
The NRT continues to operate its Sheep Pasture property  to allow individuals daily access for personal health, family recreation,  and emotional wellness.   As a privately owned property, the NRT has made these changes to align with the recommendations of scientists and community health professionals. There continues to be no charge to visitors to access the property and trails for personal use; commercial use of the property without a rental agreement from NRT is not permitted. For the safety of all, including children, masks are required when indoors or when social distancing is not possible outdoors; NRT educators may request mask use during any/all programs. If you feel ill or have been exposed to Covid-19, regardless of vaccination status, we ask that you do not visit the property or participate in programs until you are well. Information will be updated in the event of changes in recommendations by public health officials if necessary. 

Currently, group meetings/ sports practices & meets/ meetups and classes are not currently allowed without an approved rental contract from NRT. Please contact the NRT at info@nrtofeaston.org for details about renting event spaces at Sheep Pasture.
​Rental of the NRT pavilion is available on a limited basis for small groups, including private/family groups and business groups. For more information, email info@nrtofeaston.org and a staff member will get in touch with you. We hope everyone stays well and we will update these guidelines as information changes or becomes more available. 
Thank you to everyone for your cooperation!

Visiting NRT with a pet at Sheep Pasture? ​Please remember that all dogs must be kept on leash and in personal control at all times on Sheep Pasture property. This is for the safety of people, pets, and wildlife.
NRT reserves the right to limit or exclude pets, including dogs, at any time for any reason. For everyone's safety pets cannot accompany owners during events such as Harvest Fair, the NRT's Farm Festival, and other large gatherings as determined by NRT.

NRT News & InfO

Please follow NRT's Sheep Pasture on Facebook , Instagram, or check back here on our website for news and information about how winter storms and conditions may impact the Sheep Pasture property for visitors.
  • Are you looking for a great learning adventure scheduled at a time that is convenient for your family, school, or group? The NRT is now scheduling custom science-based programs for groups ages pre-K through adult. Virtual, in school (using outdoor spaces if needed), and  on site programs at Sheep Pasture are currently available in 2022. Click here to learn more.​​
  • Please be sure to be careful when walking along the driveways at Sheep Pasture. With the increased number of visitors daily, there are also many vehicles coming and going throughout the day. Please do not approach any farm equipment that is parked or in use. Also, for the safety of all,  please watch and obey all posted speed limits while on site.
  • Have a question about NRT? Click here to contact us by email, and a staff member will respond to you. 
Did you know? The NRT of Easton is a private non-profit organization that relies on fundraising and the generosity of the public to operate for the good of the  community. From allowing everyone free access to open space at Sheep Pasture to offering educational programs, camps, and family events, your support makes a difference at NRT.

Please consider becoming an NRT member to keep nature and open space in your community. Joining is fast and easy. Click here to become an NRT member today! 
Already a member? Click below to make a one-time or monthly donation to support NRT's essential environmental and educational work!




​

For the Community

  • Please remember to wear masks when social distancing is not possible when out and about in our community to keep everyone healthy. Wash hands frequently or use sanitizer often, and maintain social distance of 6 feet or more whenever possible. Each or us can do our part to protect  families, friends, and neighbors. By working together we can all make a difference!
  • Many wild animals are  out and about as they search for food and mates as fall and winter come. Other animals are traveling in search of new territory or shelter from the weather. Protect both pets and wildlife by keeping pets leashed at all times and not leaving pets unattended while outdoors. Click here for the Humane Society's resources for living with wildlife in urban settings.
  • ​Remember to check your self and your pets for ticks after being outdoors this season. Ticks can be found throughout any outdoor areas, even in colder weather. Experts recommend wearing light colored clothing, as well as using bug repellent when getting outside. Scroll down for a link to more resources for your family.
  • Click here to access the Town of Easton's  interactive trails and recreation map to learn about amazing outdoor opportunities in our area! 
  • Please be sure to bring water and/or snacks for both humans and pets when visiting Sheep Pasture. Food and beverages are not available on site, but visitors are encouraged to bring their own, and even an outdoor lunch if they would like. Enjoy your day outside!

Animal Information

  • Do you have an unwanted pet or domestic animal, including farm animals? Do you have injured or abandoned wildlife in your yard?  Click here to visit the NRT's Animal Resources page with links and contact information for a wide variety of rescue and professional organizations related to animal welfare. 
  • NRT cannot accept unwanted domestic animals or injured wildlife at the Sheep Pasture facility. We do not accept roosters at any time for NRT flocks. For the safety of  animals and people, please do not drop off pets or other animals at Sheep Pasture or any organization before making arrangements so you now if  they are prepared to accept them. 
You shop, Amazon gives.
Shop now at Amazon Smile using your same Amazon account and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to the NRT of Easton. 

​A reminder from Mass Wildlife... if you find young animals-
If You Care, Leave It There!
​ Click here for animal info  from MA Wildlife
​Click here for Mass Wildlife Bulletins with valuable environmental information for MA ​​
​

​Ti​cks are active in MA
For more information, click this link to Ticks Are Out in Mass 
​or click here for information from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to learn about repelling insects. We encourage all visitors to use insect repellent and to take other precautions against biting insect pests. Don't forget to check your pets after being outdoors, too!
Please note that hunting or trapping of any kind is not allowed on any NRT property, at any time. For more information, ​please visit the NRT's FAQ page by clicking here. 

​Sheep Pasture Eggs
The NRT office is currently closed for egg sales. If you are interested in buying a few dozen eggs, please call the NRT office and leave a message. A staff member will get back to you to make pick up arrangements if there are eggs available.

Why aren't eggs always available?
Hens' egg productivity is impacted seasonally by temperatures and light, as well as by the age and breed of the hens. In particularly hot weather, production may be slower in reaction to the conditions. 
​
Please be sure to use caution when visiting Sheep Pasture in all types of weather. 
We strongly suggest visitors bring water for both pets and people when visiting. Dressing in layers and wearing sturdy walking shoes are recommended. For more information, visit the Sheep Pasture FAQ page.

Join Our Email List
Picture
Become A Member
The NRT of Easton relies on the support of its members to continue its work in conservation, programming, and maintenance of Sheep Pasture. Join online today!

NRT of Easton: What We Do

Picture
Education
Picture
Cooperation
Picture
Conservation