Hi All! Happy November - the holidays are on the horizon so I’ve included some upcoming holiday style events. Let’s get into it!

Trail of the Week: Couch Beach (Marshfield)

Couch Beach is a peaceful 20-acre town-owned property along the North River in Marshfield. A short 1/3-mile forest walk from the Couch Memorial Cemetery leads to a small sandy beach. The river views are lovely, though currents can be strong, so caution is advised.

The area’s pine forest and open shoreline make it great for spotting wildlife such as foxes, deer, geese, and songbirds. Anglers will find a mix of freshwater and saltwater species, including striped bass, perch, and trout. Seasonal vernal pools near the trail provide important amphibian habitat.

Camping is permitted by reservation for local nonprofit groups; contact Marshfield Conservation for details. As always, please “leave no trace” to help preserve this much-loved spot.

Fun fact: Longtime locals may remember Couch Beach’s old nickname—“Garbage Gut”—but don’t be fooled; it’s one of the North River’s hidden gems.

Happenings

Saturday

Plymouth Grist Mill Family Friendly Festival with Live Music in Plymouth 12-2:30pm (info) 

Cranberry Day at SSYMCA Nature Center in Norwell 10am-2pm (ticketed event)

Sunday

Hometown Hound Celebration at the Moose Lodge in Plymouth 1pm (info) 

Annual Holiday Gift Show at Hanover High School in Hanover 10am-2pm (info)

Monday

Cozy Fall Cookie Decorating Class at Uva Wine Bar in Plymouth 7-9pm (ticketed event) 

Upcoming Happenings

November 15th and November 16th: Sauna Pop-Ups at Island Creek Oyster in Duxbury (booking required) 

November 23rd: Friendsgiving Floral Arranging with Merrily Blooms at Vine Bar in Scituate (ticketed event)