Freshwater Wetlands 101: Massachusetts Wetland Habitats

The mosaic of freshwater wetlands in Massachusetts includes rivers, marshes, vernal pools, streams, ponds, lakes, and more. Learn what characteristics and dynamics make each type of wetland unique, valuable, and vulnerable. We'll wade into the shallow vernal pools that offer seasonal breeding habitats for wood frogs, salamanders, and invertebrates, and explore our state's ever-changing rivers and streams. Dive into the field of limnology, the study of the biological, chemical, and physical features of lakes and other bodies of fresh water.

This standalone program is part of the 4-session online Freshwater Wetlands 101 Series. Register for the full series before it starts on 10/2/25 to get all 4 sessions (10/2 Massachusetts Wetland Habitats; 10/16 Keystone Wildlife Species; 10/30 Ecological Restoration; 11/13 Protecting Local Wetlands) for the price of 3. Recordings will be sent to registrants after each program.