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Nature Walk Wednesdays – Who’s Asleep?
April 12, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
March 15: Who’s Asleep? (Maudslay State Park, Newburyport)
Some mammals build up fat, make winter homes, and sleep all winter. Let’s find out who these animals are, and with games and experiments, learn all about hibernation!
March 22: Who’s Awake? (Deer Island, Amesbury)
Some mammals store food, grow thicker fur, and make dens or burrows in winter. Let’s find out which animals are active and look for their tracks in the snow!
March 29: Signs of Spring (Location to be determined)
Frogs are calling and birds are singing, which means spring is coming! Let’s explore a spring pool and see what signs of life we can find.
April 5: Wake Up Spring! (Hans Morris Reservation, Newbury)
In early spring, our wetlands are warming up, and the tiny insects and snails are awake and looking for food. Let’s see what creatures we can discover living in flooded meadows and small streams.
April 12: Spring on the River (Joppa Flats Salt Marsh, Newburyport)
Life in a salt marsh comes back every spring with new grasses, returning egrets, herons, and shorebirds. Once again the “nursery of the sea” is bursting with fish and tiny creatures. Let’s explore and learn about them and why their habitat is so important.
Instructions and Directions:
Joppa Flats will provide all field gear and equipment. This is not a drop-off class; all children must be accompanied by at least one adult. All adults are expected to participate in the program.
Prior to the program you will receive an email with information on where to meet, parking and facilities details, driving directions, and other guidelines.
Mass Audubon Cancellation Policy: If you wish to withdraw less than seven days prior to the program, refunds cannot be issued. If we cancel the program, you will be refunded in full.
