Rescue isn’t always an uplifting experience. On Saturday, I got a call to help with a feral cat who has been attacked by a raccoon. This cat was badly injured, scared, and in pain. A nice lady feeds a few ferals. Twelve years ago, Spay Worcester was able to TNR her small colony. Since then,Continue reading “Rescue isn’t always Happy”
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Peach
In the first week of February, I rescued a cat with a broken leg. https://hellstripheaven.com/2023/02/01/cat-with-leg-injury/ I was thrilled to get her off the streets and provide her with medical care. However, I felt terrible about leaving her kitten behind. This single kitten was on her own in the cold. She was wily. It took overContinue reading “Peach”
Marion
There was an injured cat on Marion Ave. The cat lived in a garage. There was a small opening at the bottom of the door where cats could enter and leave the garage. I set two traps near the aperture. I baited them with canned tuna and sardines in oil. Almost immediately, I saw aContinue reading “Marion”
Cat with Leg Injury
My friend Mary asked for help. There’s an injured cat on Marion Street. Her leg is broken. I can see the bones. Tufts will take her tomorrow. Time is of the essence. If we don’t catch her today, we will either have to wait a week for Tufts, or find another arrangement. So, tonight’s theContinue reading “Cat with Leg Injury”
Boba
Meet Boba! I have been trying to trap this big boy since October. Boba had been living on the streets for at least a couple of years. Some kind ladies had been feeding a group of stray cats, including Boba. Until recently, the cats had access to the cellar of the apartment. But, the apartmentContinue reading “Boba”
Difley Family Forest
On Monday, I decided to explore GWLT’s Difley Family Forest in Paxton. There were ample parking spaces in a large lot beyond the elementary school. The trailhead was clearly marked. The day was grey and the air was heavy with the promise of rain. My nose was chilly. But, a brisk autumn day can beContinue reading “Difley Family Forest”
Cook’s Pond
Wednesday was a crisp, bright fall day. I took Lucy and Floki on a short, easy jaunt in the woods. We decided to explore GWLT’s Cook’s Pond. We parked at GWLT’s Cascades trailhead on Olean Street. This is a nice level lot which could accommodate at least 6 cars. We crossed the street and headedContinue reading “Cook’s Pond”
Moreland Woods
On Tuesday, I decided to try out one of the trails listed on Greater Worcester Land Trust’s “Hike Week”. I have enjoyed hiking some of GWLT’s trails with my family. But, for the first time, I wanted to try a solo hike. I have often passed by the GWLT sign on Moreland Street and wonderedContinue reading “Moreland Woods”
Blueberry Hill
Today was a glorious day. Sunlight warmed the vibrant fall foliage. It was a perfect day to explore one of GWLT’s sites with my dog, Floki. I opted to try Blueberry Hill for the first time. The site is unmarked, but there was a nice, level parking spot which could accommodate at least 3 cars. Continue reading “Blueberry Hill”
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