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70 MAY 2019 I N - D E P T H PHOTOGRAPHS BY ECOPHOTO (TOP) , BY LYNNE HOLTON (BOTTOM) R O U G H M E A D OW S W I L D L I F E S A N C T UA RY Sweeping views of the North Shore's Great Marsh and a stun- ning variety of wildlife are the hallmarks of this property. More than 2.5 miles of trails and roads take visitors through upland woods, around salt pannes, and out to Sawyer's Is- land, where viewers can spot ospreys coming and going from their nest platform. Visit in the fall to see the salicornia plants paint the marsh a blazing red. Patmos Road, Rowley, 978-462-9998, massaudubon.org or ecga.org A L LY N C OX R E S E RVAT I O N is property has been a dairy farm, an apple orchard, and the summer home of noted painter Allyn Cox. Today, the reserva- tion combines open fields, historic architecture, and beautiful salt marsh vistas. Easy trails wander near grassy wetlands, through wooded areas, and down to the rocky shore of the Es- sex River, an ideal spot for launching a kayak or canoe. 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, ecga.org TO M P S O N ST R E E T R E S E RVAT I O N Tucked right off Route 128, this property offers several dif- Top, Allyn Cox Reservation offers views of Essex's salt marshes. Bottom, Tompson Street Reservation in Gloucester has a number of granite outcroppings. Loam • Stone • Mulch • Organic Compost Annuals • Perennials • Trees • Shrubs Garden Tools • Pottery • Outdoor Furniture We're here to help! With expert advice, fresh nursery stock, and delivery throughout the North Shore. NOW WITH 3 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS! 88 Elm Street, Salisbury • (978) 465-3542 60 Turnpike Road, Ipswich • (978) 356-6342 104 Eastern Ave, Gloucester • (978) 281-4480 WWW.WOLFHILLGARDENCENTER.COM Family Owned and Operated for over 40 Years! Welcome to Your Friendly Neighborhood Garden Center!