Fourteen thousand acres of protected open space, much of it within the city limits of Fall River, provide plenty of room to stretch you legs and miles of wide, flat trails make Copicut Woods the perfect place for cross-country skiers of all ages and abilities. The The Trustees of Reservations  leads at least one trip each winter, but anyone is welcome to use the Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve at their convenience for heart-healthy daytime recreation, such as skiing, hiking and cycling. All Trustees' events are free and open to the public. For directions or information on programs, please call 508.679.2115 x10 or e-mail them at bioreserve@ttor.org.
 

(Top row) Education Director Linton Harrington of The Trustees of Reservations follows one of the paths through the Copicut Woods, stopping to note some of the newly-emerging buds that are often eaten by the many deer that occupy the forest. Most of the trails at Copicut Woods are off-limits to hunting, so it provides a safe environment for winter recreation. (Middle row, left) Small rodent tracks in the snow reveal the presence of wildlife that inhabit the area through the winter months. (Middle row, right) One of the many springs and brooks that drain from the area into the Buzzard's Bay watershed. This area of protected woods also supplies the North Watuppa Pond, Fall River's water supply. (Bottom row, left) Healthy City Fall River Coordinator Dave Weed pauses at one of the many snow-covered roads that crisscross the reserve. (Bottom row, middle) Linton Harrington envisions the many potential uses of the new educational pavilion being constructed a volunteer crew using post-and-beam methods. Once completed, the structure will provide covered space for groups that meet for educational programs.