Spring is here, and while the area has seen a lot of snow lately, it won't be too long (with some luck) before greenery reappears.

The Buzzards Bay Coalition will celebrate the official beginning of spring with a five-mile guided group hike through the Mattapoisett River Reserve on Saturday, Mar. 24 at 10 a.m.

The hike will begin at The Bogs (138 Acushnet Rd., Mattapoisett) and will explore the reserve’s extensive trail network, which connects to Tripps Mill and two newly opened properties, Tinkhamtown Woodlands and New Boston Trail.

Portions of the trail are very wet. Hikers should wear water-resistant footwear with good traction for walking in snow, dress in layers, and bring water and a snack. The hike will last approximately three hours.

To RSVP for the hike, which is free, visit http://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/events/mattapoisett-river-reserve-hike-ma... or contact the Buzzards Bay Coalition at (508) 999-6363 ext. 219.

The hike is part of Discover Buzzards Bay, a resource to find ways to explore the outdoors, get some exercise and connect with nature. Use Discover Buzzards Bay to get outside and discover woods, wetlands and waterways from Fall River to Falmouth. To learn more, visit savebuzzardsbay.org/discover.

Discover Buzzards Bay is sponsored by Southcoast Health.