BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Manchaug Pond Foundation - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.manchaugpond.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Manchaug Pond Foundation
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T213000
DTSTAMP:20260114T022359Z
CREATED:20221229T100058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T022359Z
UID:6864-1783112400-1783114200@www.manchaugpond.org
SUMMARY:Lighting of the Shoreline - July 3rd Starts the Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:On July 3rd\, open the July 4th festivities of cookouts and campfires\, fireworks and flying Old Glory on Manchaug Pond with the annual Lighting of the Shoreline! \nLighting of the Shoreline 2009. By Heidi Schmidt \nAt 9:00 PM on July 3rd\, let’s light the shoreline and campsites with flares\, tiki torches\, lanterns\, and/or campfires to wrap the lake in a festive glow.  This Manchaug Pond tradition was first held on the lake in 1974 when suggested by a member at the Annual Meeting of the then Manchaug Pond Association. In addition to the July 4th celebration\, the Lighting of the Shoreline takes place again on Labor Day weekend marking the end of the summer season. \nSo join in solidarity with the members of the Manchaug Pond Foundation. Flares can be purchased from directly from the Manchaug Pond Foundation with two different types of flares offered:  the traditional ORION 30 minute eco-emergency marine/road flare approved by the United States Coast Guard ($5 each) and an environmentally-safe\, re-usable LIFE-GEAR LED flare which is great for children to use (3 pack for $10).  If you are using traditional flares\, after burning please dispose of the remaining wire stand and salt-like substance in the trash as this could pose a risk safety and to water quality. \nKeep the holiday festive and safe!  Order online to purchase. Local Delivery Only to your dock or campsite. \n 
URL:https://www.manchaugpond.org/event/lighting-of-the-shoreline-july/
LOCATION:Manchaug Pond\, Sutton/Douglas\, MA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manchaugpond.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/IMG_4679-e1461672197729.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Manchaug Pond Foundation":MAILTO:www.manchaugpond.org/contact-us/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T195759Z
CREATED:20200122T040820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T195759Z
UID:6865-1783177200-1783180800@www.manchaugpond.org
SUMMARY:Boat Decorating Contest ~ July 4th!
DESCRIPTION:With the Fourth of July celebrations on Manchaug Pond comes the BOAT DECORATING CONTEST! \nManchaug Pond has a long history of boaters flying Old Glory\, and blowing horns\, trumpets and other noise makers in celebration of the 4th of July!  Let’s keep that tradition going with all boats both big and small\, decorated or not\, joining in the festivities. \n \nFor the Annual Boat Decorating Contest\, please meet on  July 4th at 3:00 p.m. near Blueberry Island  where the Judges’ Boat will begin reviewing all pre-registered entries. \n \nVessels of all shapes and sizes are welcome to enter!  Past competitors have decorated everything from a paddle boats\, kayaks\, rowboats and jetskiis\, to bowriders and pontoon boats. After the Judges’ Boat has had a good look at all the entries\,  allowing full viewing of your artistically decorated entry and the crew’s acting ability and enthusiasm to give both the judges and all shoreline and roadside spectators a sight to remember\, the judging tally will commence! \nIf you don’t want to be eligible for prizes\, recognition\, and most of all\, bragging rights\, you can skip the registration and simply join in the fun!  \nJudges Criteria and Score Card \nTo REGISTER your entry for judging\, click here to contact us providing the Captain’s name\, telephone #\, boat/vessel type\, and decorating theme. \nYou’ll receive a confirmation email with your entry number which must be prominently displayed on both sides of your vessel\, visible to the judges. \nAwards and cash prizes ($75\, $50 and $25) will be given to 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place winners at the August 22th Annual Meeting of the Members.  Winning entries will be notified by phone and posted here on the website.\n \nVisit our Pinterest Boards to view past entries and other contest and patriotic celebration ideas. \nSee a gallery of past Manchaug Pond July 4th celebrations on our Gallery page! \nHappy planning and decorating!!
URL:https://www.manchaugpond.org/event/boat-decorating-contest/
LOCATION:Manchaug Pond\, Sutton/Douglas\, MA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manchaugpond.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IMG_7134-e1459104884549.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Manchaug Pond Foundation":MAILTO:www.manchaugpond.org/contact-us/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T012251Z
CREATED:20260403T012251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T012251Z
UID:22332-1783760400-1783764000@www.manchaugpond.org
SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring - Blackstone River Coalition
DESCRIPTION:UPSTREAM\, INLET & OUTLET:\nNutrients\, Oxygen & More\nAs part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC)\nThe Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. \nBRC’s Interactive Map ~ Find Manchaug Pond on the Mumford River Tributary! \nManchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: \n\naesthetics:\n\n\nwater appearance\npresence/non-presence of odor\, trash\, and nuisance aquatic vegetation\nturbidity\n\n\nwater temperature\nair temperature\ndissolved oxygen saturation\ndissolved oxygen\nnutrients\n\northophosphate\nnitrate\n\n\nconductivity\n\nGo to Blackstone River Coalition’s website  for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries\, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable.  The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. \nConsider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond!  Contact us today.
URL:https://www.manchaugpond.org/event/water-quality-monitoring-blackstone-river-coalition-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T141026Z
CREATED:20260605T141026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T141026Z
UID:23466-1783846800-1783852200@www.manchaugpond.org
SUMMARY:Kayak & Coffee - 2nd Sunday\,  June-September
DESCRIPTION:Start your day on a peaceful note with our Kayak and Coffee event—where adventure meets relaxation! Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a morning paddle on the waters of Manchaug Pond – get your kayak\, bring your coffee\, and enjoy good conversation. \nWhether you’re an experienced kayaker or a first-timer\, this is the perfect way to connect with nature\, meet new people\, and kickstart your day with a calm mind and a warm cup. Meet at Blueberry Island or join the group as we pass your waterfront. \nThis series will take place the second Sunday of each month from June – September\, weather permitting: June 14\,  July 12\, August 9\, September 13. There is no cost to join\, but donations and memberships are very much appreciated supporting the work of the Manchaug Pond Foundation for this lake and future community events.
URL:https://www.manchaugpond.org/event/kayak-coffee-2nd-sunday-june-september/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manchaugpond.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot-2026-05-26-at-7.55.57-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Manchaug Pond Foundation":MAILTO:www.manchaugpond.org/contact-us/
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR