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Joppa Flats Summer Camp!

Creative and fun nature day campsfor children ages 6 to 13

NEW in 2016: Full weeks and aftercamp care!

• 5-day camp sessions for ages 6 to 11 with excursions to varied habitats by motor, foot, and boat

• 5-day adventure-based ecology camp for ages 11 to 13

For more information, see page 29. For a camp brochure, visit www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats

or call Kirsten Lindquist at 978-462-9998 x6805.

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North Shore Wildlife Sanctuaries Map and Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover

Notes & Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary Programs

Adult and Special Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Children & Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17

Joppa Flats Education Center Programs

Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-26

Children, Families, & All Ages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29

Trips and Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-34

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Registration Procedures & Policy Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

Marketing Department Mass Audubon 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773 781-259-2135 [email protected]

Cover photos: Yellow Warbler at Ipswich River—Carol Decker©

Kayakers Exploring in Plum Island Sound— Walt Thompson©

Fragrant Water Lily at Ipswich River—Jeanne Li©

Great Spangled Fritillary—Scott Santino©

Back cover photo: Birders—Melissa Vokey©

Ipswich River Preschool Logo: Victor Atkins©

Printing: DS Graphics

Funding provided in part by:

Register Online! You can register for many of Mass Audubon’s programs online. See page 36 for details.

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary

• Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield

• Hamond Nature Center, Marblehead

• Essex County Greenbelt Association’sCox Reservation, Essex

For a camp brochure, call 978-887-9264 ordownload a copy: www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver

Day Camp Programsfor children ages 4-14

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Volunteer News Volunteer Appreciation Event: Thursday, May 5 Ipswich River’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Event will be held on Thursday, May 5, 4:00-8:30 pm. Invitations will be sent with details, but mark your calendar now—you will not want to miss this very special evening.

Volunteer OpportunitiesFor details on these volunteer opportunities, please visit our website massaudubon.org/volunteer or contact Sue Baeslack at 978-887-9264, ext. 7707, or [email protected].

GardenersJoin our small gardening group on Tuesday mornings to help maintain the sanctuary’s butterfly and bird gardens.

Audubon Nature Festival Raffle Volunteer Join our small working group to put together some creative raffle items. For more information contact Carol Decker at [email protected].

Weekend Visitor Services Greet and assist sanctuary visitors in our Visitor Center on Saturdays or Sundays.

Eastern Point Shore Cleanup Saturday, April 16 / 9:00 am-noonPlease contact Sue Baeslack to sign up and get directions.

Work for Wildlife Statewide Volunteer Day Saturday, April 30 / 9:00 am-noonProperty work projects at Cedar Pond and Endicott wildlife sanctuaries in Wenham. For details and to sign up, go to massaudubon.org/workforwildlife.

Members-Only OpportunitiesA small cabin known as the Innermost House is available to members for $40 per night. We also have a primitive camping area on Perkins Island, accessible by canoe, open May 1–October 31. Please call for reservation information. Members may rent canoes to take out on the Ipswich River May 1–October 31. Canoes cannot be reserved, but feel free to call ahead for information on availability. Details are available on our website or call the sanctuary.

Wish ListYour donations mean so much! We can use the following items at the sanctuary: wireless microphone ($200); electronic defibrillator ($2,000); widescreen TV ($300); LCD projector ($700); Bobcat trail utility vehicle.

It’s Bird-a-thon Time, May 13-14Bird-a-thon is Mass Audubon’s friendly competition among sanctuaries for the highest statewide count of birds, and an opportunity for us to raise money to support our education and conservation programs. Please help by pledging a certain amount of money for each bird species recorded by our team during the 24-hour event. Donation forms can be downloaded from our website. If you are interested in birding for the Ipswich River team and gathering sponsors, please email us at [email protected]. If you’re not one for getting out of bed early, you can still fundraise for the sanctuary by being a Bird-a-thon Booster and setting up your own fundraising page with Team Ipswich River. Go to massaudubon.org/birdathon and click on the Ipswich River team to set up your fundraising page or make a gift.

Teens—Join our Teen Bird-a-thon Team!Know a teen who would like to take part in Bird-a-thon? Check out the teen programs box located in the Children and Families section of this brochure for more information.

Audubon Nature Festival June 5Join us on Sunday, June 5, for an unforgettable natural history experience. Our ad on page 4 lists just some of the activities we have planned. We need volunteers to help with admissions, parking, children’s activities, food sales, baking, fundraising, the raffle, and more. To join the fun, contact our volunteer coordinator, Sue Baeslack, at 978-887-9264, ext. 7707, or [email protected].

Important Note: Because this is a fundraiser, every car (members and nonmembers) entering the sanctuary on June 5 until 4:00 pm will be charged the festival admission fee. We hope you will join us.

Summer Day CampWe still have openings in most of our day camp programs, and scholarships are available. For a brochure or more information, call the sanctuary at 978-887-9264 or visit our website: massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

Stay in Touch with Ipswich RiverVisit our website at massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter, Ipswich River Meanderings, at massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

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This year Mass Audubon celebrates one hundred years of its sanctuary system that now totals54 sanctuaries spread throughout the Commonwealth. Our sanctuaries offer vital habitat to wildlife, and outdoor learning experiences to thousands of people each year. How fortunate we are at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, where almost 2,000 acres were purchased from the Proctor Estate in 1951 with monies from the reinvestment of an original bequest from Annie Brown. Look for a plaque in her honor by the wisteria arbor on the trail to the canoe landing. Likewise, due to farsighted individuals, humans and wildlife benefit from lands preserved from development at our Cedar Pond, Marblehead Neck, Nahant Thicket, Endicott, and Eastern Point wildlife sanctuaries on the North Shore.

Mass Audubon recently introduced a Community Partners Program that presents local businesses and nonprofits with an opportunity to offer great benefits to their employees, while supporting Mass Audubon’s efforts to protect wildlife and wildlands in the local community and across Massachusetts. It’s a wonderful program for the sanctuary since it allows for businesses to provide their employees with Mass Audubon memberships. This means free admission to all of our beautiful wildlife sanctuaries, special savings on programs such as summer day camp, and discounts on gift shop purchases. There are four levels of the program, with a range of benefits to fit any local business or nonprofit’s size and needs. We all know that being active and getting outdoors is beneficial for body, soul, and mind, so please pass the word along to any company or nonprofit that you think would like to offer this wellness benefit to their employees. Please email [email protected] for more information.

We have lots of great programs to get you and your family outdoors this spring and summer. We hope to see you at the sanctuary.

Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director

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19th AnnualAudubonNature Festival Sunday, June 510:00 am-4:00 pmRain or shine

FeaturingEYES ON OWLSAn unforgettable natural history experience for the whole family!

• Live owl presentations throughout the day

• Butterfly plant sale

• Insect zoo

• Native reptiles & amphibians exhibit

• Children’s games & activities

• Fabulous raffle

• Henna & face painting

• Craft demonstrations & sales

• Food! Bake sale! Captain Dusty’s ice cream!

• Naturalist-guided walks & pond explorations

• Guided tours of our butterfly & bird habitat gardens

• Exhibits & activities on solar power, sustainability, & being green!

• Music all day long

A complete schedule of activities will be posted on our website a few weeks prior to the event:

www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver

Admission is $15 per car(members and nonmembers)

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Free Bird Walks in Essex CountyMay 5, 7, 12, 19, & 26 / 9:00-11:00 amLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, or Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist

The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary is pleased to once again offer a series of free bird walks in Boxford, Groveland, Marblehead, Wenham, and West Newbury that have been made possible by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Local Cultural Councils of the participating towns, as noted below. Participants will learn about bird migration, breeding behavior, and basic identification skills. The walks are free, but please register and get site directions by calling the sanctuary at 978-887-9264. Bring binoculars if you have them (we’ll also bring extra pairs) and dress for the weather. Good footwear is advised.

Boxford State Forest, Boxford

Thursday, May 5

Boxford LCC

Cedar Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, Wenham

Saturday, May 7

Hamilton-Wenham LCC

Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Marblehead

Thursday, May 12

Marblehead LCC

Crane Pond Wildlife Management Area, Groveland

Thursday, May 19

Groveland LCC

Mill Pond Recreation Area, West Newbury

Thursday, May 26

West Newbury LCC

Spring Birds of Dodge ReservationSaturday, April 30 / 7:00-10:00 amRain date: Sunday, May 1Leader: Jim Berry, Breeding Bird Atlas II Coordinator for Essex County$15 member, $18 nonmember

Join Jim Berry for an early-morning walk to look and listen for spring migrants and returning breeding birds at a new open space area in Rowley, the Dodge Reservation. Discover this beautiful woodland as we look for returning warblers and other songbirds, barred owls, Cooper’s hawks, woodpeckers, and more.

Meets at the Dodge Reservation in Rowley. Directions will be sent. Bring binoculars.

Spring Birds of the Ipswich River Wildlife SanctuarySunday, May 1 / 7:30-10:30 amLeader: Mike Baird, Birder-Naturalist$12 member, $14 nonmember

The sanctuary’s freshwater marshes, ponds, river edges, fields, and deciduous and evergreen woods provide food and shelter for a variety of wood-warblers, vireos, and other songbirds. We’ll observe migrant and breeding birds in their colorful spring plumage on this walk through the sanctuary.

Meets in front of the Nature Center. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars.

The Ice Age Geologic History of the Sanctuary and EnvironsSunday, May 1 / 9:30 am-12:30 pmLeader: Fred Surowiec, Sanctuary Field Teacher, Geologist, and Science Teacher$16 member, $19 nonmember

Join Fred Surowiec as he explains how the Ice Age shaped and formed our sanctuary and New England. An indoor presentation will be followed by a hike on the sanctuary. Learn how millennia of glacial advances and retreats created the landforms and topography of the sanctuary and the surrounding terrain. Then we will walk to key locations on the sanctuary to learn how to identify the various distinctive glacial landforms, their characteristics, how they were formed, and how they continue to influence the living world today.

Meets in the Barn. Dress for a hike since we will be out for about an hour.

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Warbler WorkshopSunday, May 8 / 6:00-10:00 am Leaders: Warren Tatro and Chris Sullivan, Birder-Naturalists $15 member, $18 nonmember

Bring your mother or favorite aunt, or treat yourself, to an early-morning bird walk on the sanctuary to celebrate Mother’s Day. Learn to identify warblers by sight, sound, habits, and the habitats they prefer. The sanctuary’s freshwater marshes, ponds, river edges, fields, and deciduous and evergreen woods provide food and shelter for 15 to 20 species of warblers at this time of year. We’ll observe migrant and breeding birds in their colorful spring plumage on this walk through the sanctuary. We’ll begin with a short indoor introduction, and then venture out onto the trails.

Meets in the Nature Center. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars (we’ll have some to lend if you need to borrow a pair; please let us know when you register).

Basic Drawing WorkoutSunday, May 8 / 9:00 am-noonLeader: Doreen Bolnick, Botanical Illustrator and Author$45 member, $54 nonmember

Drawing can be a great way to unwind, to explore the world around you in a different way, and to tap into your creative energies. This class is suitable for anyone, from beginners— even those who may only want to draw for their own pleasure—to intermediates who want to rediscover the joy. Leave your fears at the door and come spend a morning doing an “art workout.”

The instructor will lead the class through a set of basic drawing exercises from Kimon Nicolaides’ book, The Natural Way to Draw. Included will be contour, gesture, action, and memory drawing, in addition to shading and composition. The instructor will also demonstrate an approach to drawing wildlife, trees, and simple landscapes. You will be given a set of optional “homework” exercises to help you integrate this activity into your normal routine, for five minutes a day, five days a week, as long as you like.

Meets in the Barn. Bring a sketchbook (minimum size 8.5" x 11") and 2B pencils.

Spring Migrants at Mount AuburnFriday, May 6 / 5:50-11:30 amLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, and Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist$26 member, $30 nonmember

Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge is famous for its concentrations of warblers and other migrants. It’s possible to see 16 to 18 species of wood-warblers here in one day. Join Carol Decker and Scott Santino for a walk through this beautiful and historic cemetery at the peak of spring migration. It’s a great way to see and learn about spring-migrating birds.

Meets at the sanctuary for van transportation or, if you prefer, meet us at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge at 7:00 am. Van seating is limited; please indicate when you register if you wish to reserve a van seat, or if you need directions to the cemetery. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars or let us know if you need to borrow a pair.

Birding by EarSaturday, May 7 / 9:00-11:00 amLeader: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist$14 member, $16 nonmember

Male songbirds sport their brightest plumage and finest song in the spring. While songbirds may be inconspicuous, quiet, and difficult to see, their characteristic songs often help you to identify them or at least help pinpoint their location. We’ll begin with a short introduction to songbirds and their vocalizations, listen to some songs we are likely to hear, and then venture outdoors to “bird” with our ears first, then our eyes.

Meets in the Nature Center. Bring binoculars if you have them (we will also have some loaners on hand).

Rectangular Cherokee-Style Storage BasketSaturday, May 7 / 9:30 am-4:30 pmLeader: Dianne Stanton, Master Basket Maker$55 member, $65 nonmemberMaterials fee: $45

Using traditional Cherokee designs for inspiration, students will create different patterns on the sides of this deep basket by combining various colors and widths of dyed flat reed. Emphasis will be placed on hand-shaping the basket as you weave. This useful basket has dyed and natural spokes and a filled base. Your basket is completed with sturdy rims and double lashing. The finished basket measures 12 inches by 7 inches by 13 inches high. This class is suitable for all weaving levels.

Meets in the Barn. A list of equipment to bring will be sent. Please pay the class fee to the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. Make out a separate check for $45 to cover the cost of materials, payable to Dianne Stanton, and bring it with you to the class.

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Natural History Tours with Ipswich River Staff Puffins and Peatlands: July 7-10

Monhegan Island Weekend: September 16-18

Block Island Birding Weekend: September 23-25

Trinidad Birding: March 25-April 1, 2017

Birding Northern California: May 3-10, 2017

For program details, please see pages 31-33.

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Spring Migrants at Lowell CemeteryFriday, May 13 / 6:30-11:30 amLeaders: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist, and Mike Baird, Birder-Naturalist$24 member, $28 nonmember

Lowell Cemetery is a beautiful garden cemetery that was modeled after Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge. The physical beauty of garden cemeteries isn’t only appealing to people; it also attracts spring migrants. Join us for a walk through this historic location to look and listen for warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and more. The stunning colors and distinctive songs of these birds will make for a fun morning outing.

Meets at Ipswich River for van transportation or, if you prefer, meet us at Lowell Cemetery at 7:15 am. Van seating is limited; please indicate when you register if you wish to reserve a van seat, or if you need directions to the cemetery. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, or let us know beforehand if you need to borrow a pair.

The Unfathomable Wild: Reflections on “Spring” in Thoreau’s WaldenSaturday, May 14 / 9:00 am-noonLeader: Nancy Haverington, Emerson Scholar$20 member, $24 nonmember

In previous workshops we have walked in nature to sharpen our senses and raise our awareness of what we see, hear, smell, taste, and feel. In this workshop, we will read from Thoreau’s chapter “Spring” and reflect on the mysteries of nature to cultivate an appreciation for the wild. We will walk in the woods and contemplate the unfathomable wild. When we return to the Barn, we will ask, What is the value of the wild?

Meets in the Barn. Please bring a notebook and pen, and a copy of Walden if you can. Half of this workshop will be held in the Barn and half in the woods. Please dress so that you are comfortable indoors and out.

Spring Birding on Plum IslandSunday, May 15 / 6:30-10:30 am Leaders: Warren Tatro and Chris Sullivan, Birder-Naturalists $17 member, $20 nonmember

The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in May is a magnet for migrating warblers, shorebirds, songbirds, and raptors on their flights north. Learn how to identify migrant and resident birds in their colorful breeding plumages. The walk is appropriate for all birding levels but is especially geared to beginning birders, so much emphasis will be placed on how to use field marks, habitat, and behavior to identify birds.

Meets in the parking lot of the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge headquarters in Newburyport. Directions will be sent. Bring binoculars and a field guide to birds, and dress for the weather.

Evening Paddle for RailsWednesday, May 18 / 6:00-8:00 pmLeaders: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist, and Cheri Corrado, Sanctuary Nature Guide $16 member, $19 nonmember

The freshwater marsh known as Bunker Meadows can be a magical place for viewing and listening to breeding wetland birds. Usually, the only opportunity visitors have to observe Virginia rails, sora rails, or pied-billed grebes is from a distant observation tower or boardwalk. Tonight, we’ll venture into the marsh by canoe for close-up views of these amazing birds. Other birds we are likely to encounter include the marsh wren, swamp sparrow, wood duck, and many more.

Meets in front of the Visitor Center. Basic canoeing instruction will be provided, along with all equipment. A confirmation with a list of what to bring will be sent.

Flower Moon Paddle on the Ipswich RiverThursday, May 19 / 6:00-9:30 pmLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, and Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist$30 member, $36 nonmember

Join us for a truly magical evening as we canoe the Ipswich River under the full moon light of the Flower Moon. We’ll watch for ducks, herons, and other birds flying by, and bats flitting above the water catching insects. We’ll keep a lookout for river mammals such as muskrats and beavers, swimming or feeding at the river’s edge. As the light dims, we will listen and call for owls and experience the sounds of the nocturnal river habitat. We will stop on one of the river’s islands to enjoy a campfire and snacks.


Birds in Watercolor Saturday, May 21 / 9:00 am-noon Leader: Brenda Sloane, Watercolor Artist $30 member, $36 nonmember

Come learn how to paint birds with an experienced watercolor artist. We will take a short walk to observe the resident birds of the sanctuary, and then return to the Barn where we will use watercolors to paint images of birds in their natural habitats. Learn techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, salt, wax, and how to use plastic wrap to achieve special effects.

Meets in the Barn. All materials will be provided.

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Breeding Birds of Ipswich River Wildlife SanctuarySunday, June 12 / 7:30-10:30 amLeader: Mike Baird, Birder-Naturalist$12 member, $14 nonmember

Breeding birds afford an opportunity to observe courtship and territorial behavior that is not often evident in migrant birds. We’ll look for nesting birds, including rose-breasted grosbeaks, scarlet tanagers, swallows, warblers, bluebirds, and more.

Meets in front of the Nature Center. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars.

Edible Plants of the SeashoreSunday, June 12 / 9:00 am-noon Leader: Russ Cohen, Author of Wild Plants I Have Known...and Eaten Cosponsor: The Trustees of Reservations$20 member, $24 nonmember

Join foraging expert Russ Cohen to learn to identify coastal wild edibles. We’ll hike over a sand spit to Crowninshield Island—a property of The Trustees of Reservations (TTOR) in Marblehead—to hunt for maritime edibles, then hustle back to the mainland before the tide comes in to explore a conservation area for woodland and wetland species. In addition to finding sylvan species like Juneberry and sassafras, we will encounter Irish moss, used to thicken desserts; dulse, a tasty and healthful substitute for chewing tobacco; and laver (or nori), the seaweed used for sushi rolls. Identification tips will be provided along with information on edible portion(s), season(s) of availability, and preparation methods, along with guidelines for safe and environmentally responsible foraging.

Meets in Marblehead. Directions will be sent. Members of either Mass Audubon or TTOR pay the member fee.

Butterflies and Dragonflies: What’s the Difference?Saturday, June 25 / 9:00 am-noon Leader: Christopher Leahy, Gerard A. Bertrand Chair of Natural History and Field Ornithology at Mass Audubon $17 member, $20 nonmember

Butterflies and dragonflies have much in common. They both have two pairs of wings; come in a wide variety of sizes, forms, and colors; occur in many different habitats from early spring to late fall; and are important players within complex ecosystems. Yet they are also very different in many physical aspects as well as details of their life histories. Join naturalist Chris Leahy for a morning of learning about these fascinating and beautiful aerial insects and seeking out the many different species that live at the sanctuary.

Meets in the Barn. Bring close-focusing or other binoculars if you have them.

Gems of Essex CountyFriday, May 27 / 7:00 am-3:00 pmLeader: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist$36 member, $43 nonmember

Essex County has a good number of lesser known birding locations, and these “gems” will be our focus today. We’ll visit Crane Pond Wildlife Management Area in Groveland, Mill Pond Reservation in West Newbury, Oak Hill Cemetery in Newburyport, and Martin Burns Wildlife Management Area in Newbury. Each location provides a unique habitat for a great diversity of species. In addition to field identification, we’ll also focus on the diverse songs of wood-warblers, sparrows, and more. It’s likely we’ll encounter more than 75 species of birds today!

Meets at the sanctuary for van transportation. Dress for the weather and bring a lunch, water, binoculars, a spotting scope if you have one, and a field guide.

Birds and Brunch Along the Ipswich RiverSaturday, June 4 / 10:00 am-1:00 pmLeaders: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist, and Angela Walsh, Sanctuary Field Teacher$25 member, $30 nonmemberJoin us for a morning canoe trip along the Ipswich River to look and listen for wetland breeding birds. There are so many wonderful birds singing at this time of year, and we’re likely to encounter yellow-throated and warbling vireos, great-crested and willow flycatchers, Baltimore orioles, yellow warblers, and many more. We’ll make our way upstream to Perkins Island and enjoy a yummy quiche and biscuit brunch with coffee and juice.


What Just Stung Me?Saturday, June 11 / 10:00 am-noonLeader: Richard Wolniewicz, Property Manager, Author, and Naturalist$14 member, $16 nonmember

Come explore the fascinating and intriguing lives of the bees and wasps that we commonly encounter in our gardens, lawns, homes, and landscapes. We will explore the pollinators, predators, and parasites of their mysterious world and discover the value that these insects bring to our ecosystems as well as our lives. We’ll learn the simple differences between a bee and a wasp, whether they are social or solitary, and, of course, what just stung me! After a brief PowerPoint presentation, we will hike out to explore the fields and forest to track down these wonderful creatures. So put your fears aside and join as we venture out to discover the lives of our local bees and wasps.

Meets in the Barn. Dress for the weather since we will be going outside for a portion of the class.

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Kettle Island Heron PaddleThursday, July 7 / 6:00-9:45 pmLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, and Kayaking Guides from Essex River Basin Adventures$78 member, $94 nonmember

Join us for a unique kayaking adventure to witness the return of inland feeding herons, egrets, and ibises as they fly back at sunset to their coastal nesting rookery. Located off the coast of Magnolia, Kettle Island supports nearly 400 pairs of wading birds and is the largest and most important heron colony in the state. We will paddle around the island and then stop in the cove to gain the best views of the various bird flights as they return to their nests.

Meets in Essex. Participants should have some kayaking experience. All equipment, plus transportation to the put-in site, will be provided. Double kayaks are available for those with limited kayaking experience. A confirmation with directions and information on what to bring will be sent. Limited to 12.

Introduction to Shorebirds Saturday, July 16 / 7:30 am-noon Rain date: Sunday, July 17Leader: Paul Roberts, President of the NorthEast Hawk Watch $25 member, $30 nonmember

The “fall” shorebird migration is well underway. Join Paul Roberts for a special morning at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island, where our focus will be on what makes shorebirds so special and how to identify them. This is a great trip for beginners, as well as more experienced birders. We’ll look for the some of the most beautiful shorebirds in the world, including the threatened piping plover, the world’s smallest sandpiper (the least), high-arctic sanderlings in their spectacular breeding plumage, and much more.

Meets in the parking lot of the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters on Plum Island Turnpike. We will carpool into the refuge from there. Directions and a list of items to bring will be sent.

Essex River Wildlife Adventure by KayakSaturday, July 16 / 10:00 am-3:00 pmLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, and Kayaking Guides from Essex River Basin Adventures$76 member, $91 nonmember

Enjoy a paddle through the beautiful creeks and inlets of the Essex River basin, where mudflats provide feeding areas for returning shorebirds and snowy and great egrets, while common terns feed in the shallower waters. We’ll paddle around Choate Island searching for nesting ospreys, explore the marshes for black-bellied plovers and sandpipers, and possibly even find a northern harrier. We’ll stop and look at some of the unique plants of the salt marsh and enjoy our lunch beneath the dunes.

Meets in Essex. Participants should have some previous ocean kayaking experience. All equipment, plus transportation from Essex to the put-in site, will be provided. Double kayaks are available for those with limited kayaking experience. A confirmation with directions and information on what to bring will be sent. Limited to 12.

Warm-Water Seabirds of Stellwagen BankFriday, August 5 / 8:00 am-1:30 pmLeaders: Scott Santino, Teacher-Naturalist, and Jay Frontierro, Captain-Naturalist, 7 Seas Whale Watch$40 member, $48 nonmember

Enjoy a summer morning looking for seabirds and marine mammals aboard the 7 Seas Whale Watch vessel, the Privateer IV. The seasonally warm waters of Stellwagen Bank attract large numbers of bird species including shearwaters, storm-petrels, gannets, gulls, terns, and jaegers. Marine mammals we’re likely to see include the endangered humpback and finback whales. While aboard, Scott Santino will join participants on deck to point out interesting bird sightings, and Jay Frontierro will narrate the marine wildlife we see.

Meets in Gloucester. Directions and information on what to bring will be sent.

Paddle to Thacher and Milk IslandsSaturday, August 6 / 10:00 am-3:30 pmLeaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director, and Kayaking Guides from Essex River Basin Adventures$87 member, $103 nonmember

Join us for a kayaking adventure to historic Thacher Island, off the coast of Rockport. We plan to kayak around a low-lying rocky outcropping known as Milk Island to view the large number of double-crested cormorants that nest there as well as look for black-crowned night-herons. We’ll paddle off Rockport’s rockbound shore to Thacher, where 22 acres are maintained as a national wildlife refuge. We will visit an active nesting colony of herring and great-black backed gulls, and observe the behavior of young birds, from nestlings to fledglings. Then we’ll walk the mowed paths of the island to the North Tower lighthouse and climb the stairs to the top. The views from the tower’s catwalk are stunning!

Meets in Essex. All equipment, plus transportation from Essex to the put-in site, will be provided. Participants should have some previous ocean kayaking experience. Double kayaks are available for those with limited kayaking experience. A confirmation with directions and information on what to bring will be sent. Limited to 12.

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May Day BasketOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSunday, May 1 / 1:30-3:00 pmLeader: Rebecca Spencer, Sanctuary Field Teacher$8 member, $10 nonmemberchildren $7 member, $8 nonmember

Come join us and continue the tradition of May baskets. The tradition is to make an individual basket with flowers and hang them on your family’s and neighbors’ doors without being seen. We will create baskets, learn about the history of May Day, and take a walk on the sanctuary to look for signs of spring. All materials will be provided.

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Spring Terrific ToddlersOpen to families with children ages 2 and 3 Tuesdays: May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 / 9:30-11:00 amWednesdays: May 4, 11, 18, 25, & June 1 9:30-11:00 amThursdays: May 5, 12, 19, 26, & June 2 9:30-11:00 am5 sessions per class; choose Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or ThursdaysLeaders: Rita Gallant, Lead Field Teacher (Tuesdays); Annette Swain, Sanctuary Field Teacher (Wednesdays & Thursdays)$75 member, $90 nonmember per adult/child pair

This five-session series introduces toddlers to the delights of nature at a hands-on level in an unhurried atmosphere. Each session includes an introduction indoors, and then we will go outside for a hike, stopping to discover nature’s treasures along the way.

Fabulous Frogs: May 3, 4, & 5

Discover some of the fabulous frogs that are found in Massachusetts. Join us as we explore a vernal pool for signs of frogs, eggs, and tadpoles. We will learn the magical way that a tadpole transforms into a frog. Get ready to participate in some fun froggy activities and games!

Cool Colors: May 10, 11, & 12

Discover how plants and animals use colors in special ways. We will go for a walk to observe the gradual emergence of color that is all around us and play a color-matching game.

Spring Birds: May 17, 18, & 19

Come see what birds are returning after spending the winter months in the warm south. Join us as we look for birds, observe nests, and make bird feeders to take home.

Butterflies: May 24, 25, & 26

Using nets, we’ll explore the fields and gardens of the sanctuary in search of these winged marvels. We will learn about their life cycle and body parts, and we’ll transform ourselves into little butterflies.

Wetland Wonders: May 31, June 1 & 2

Come explore the wonders of a wetland. With buckets and strainers in hand, we will hike to the pond to observe and examine the critters that live below the surface of the water. We will look and listen for frogs, turtles, and other wildlife.

Meets in the Nature Center. Limited to 9 adult/child pairs. Please dress for the weather since we will be outside most of the time.

For more information or to arrange a tour, contact: Preschool Director Karen First, [email protected],or call 978-237-0108. Please visit our website for details:

massaudubon.org/ipswichriver

Ipswich River Wildlife SanctuaryNature Preschool

located at Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary in Wenham

• Highly qualified teachers with backgrounds in early childhood and nature education• Nature-based, emergent curriculum that promotes language, math, and social development • We offer two-, three-, and five-day enrollment options for 3-5 year olds from 9:00 am-noon• Early-morning drop-off at 8:00 am and lunch bunch until 1:00 pm are available options • Beautiful classrooms, outdoor play areas, and gardens

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Fours and Fives in SpringOpen to adults with children ages 4 and 5 Fridays: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 & 10 9:30-11:00 am or 1:00-2:30 pm6 sessions per class; please choose mornings or afternoonsLeaders: Rita Gallant, Lead Field Teacher (mornings); and Edie Ventimiglia, Sanctuary Field Teacher (afternoons)$90 member, $108 nonmember per adult/child pair

Join sanctuary field teachers to explore the wonders of spring as it unfolds throughout the sanctuary. Each session includes a story, a themed activity, and plenty of time spent outdoors learning about nature. Each participant will receive a journal.

Frogs and Toads: May 6

How do you tell a frog from a toad? We will learn about the life cycles and characteristics of frogs and toads through games and hands-on discoveries as we explore the wetlands, vernal pools, and fields of the sanctuary.

Wetland Wonders: May 13

Come explore the wonders of a wetland. With buckets and strainers in hand, we will hike to a pond to observe and examine the critters that live below the water. We will look and listen for turtles, beavers, and other wildlife.

Flower Power: May 20

Spring has sprung! Buds are bursting open and bright flowers are blossoming all around us. Join us on a walk to discover the signs and colors of spring. Using all of our senses, we will look, listen, and smell the signs of the season, and plant seeds to take home.

Life Under Rocks and Logs: May 27

What’s that hiding under the rocks and logs of the sanctuary? Is it a centipede? A salamander? Explore the hidden treasures under the surface of the forest using bug boxes and hand lenses. We’ll turn over leaf litter and look under rocks and logs to see what we can discover as we hike along the trails.

Budding Naturalists—See that Tree? June 3

Join us as we explore the many different types of trees of the sanctuary. We will observe the parts of a tree, examine trees using our senses, and learn about the importance of trees in our world.

Welcome to Summer...Things that Buzz: June 10

Summer fields and forests are alive with things that go “buzz.” Come learn about insects—their body parts, adaptations, and importance in nature. We will make our own antennae and explore the fields with nets and boxes, observing insects up close.

Meets in the Nature Center. Limited to 8 adult/child pairs. Please dress for the weather since we will spend most of our time outdoors.

Backpack BabiesOpen to adults with children ages 1 month to 23 monthsFridays: May 6, 13, 20, & 27 / 9:30-10:45 amLeader: Sharon Grimes, Founder of Babies and Books $48 member, $60 nonmember per adult/child pair

Bring your backpack or jogging stroller and explore the meadows, forests, and wetlands of the sanctuary with your baby in this three-session series. Each class will begin indoors with a nature book and a few lap rhymes, songs, and games about the topic of the day. Frogs, turtles, birds, insects, spiders, plants, and mammals that inhabit the sanctuary are some of nature’s wonders that we will discover as we hike along the trails.

Meets in the Barn. Limited to 9 adult/child pairs.

Hoot, Splash, and Peep: Sounds of Spring Evening Family HikeOpen to families with children 5 years and olderSaturday, May 7 / 7:00-8:30 pmLeader: Cori Brauer, Education Coordinator$7 member, $9 nonmemberchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember

Spring nights are full of life and full of sounds. Frogs and toads sing in chorus from the water, timberdoodles twirl and peent in the fields, and countless other animals rustle in the dark forests. On this family hike at dusk we will sharpen our senses, learn some nighttime animal sounds, and go out to explore what creatures are awake and singing their songs all night long.

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Spring Wildlife SafarisOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSaturdays: May 7, 14, & 21 / 1:30-3:00 pmLeader: Stephanie Majeau, Assistant Education Coordinator$7 member, $9 nonmember per walkchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember per walk

Join us for one or more of these spring explorations and discover the amazing animal life of the sanctuary.

Amazing Animal Families: May 7

Spring is a time when many baby animals are born. How much do these animals depend on their families for survival? Come learn how some mammal, bird, amphibian, and insect families will spend their Mother’s Day. We will walk through different habitats and investigate which young animals stay with their families and which go it alone.

Stupendous Creature Superpowers: May 14

Comic books and movies are filled with characters with superpowers that humans would love to have like flight, super-hearing, super-vision, super-speed, and super-strength. But did you know that many animals possess these amazing abilities and some animals even inspired our favorite superheroes? Come investigate some of the super-organisms that live on our sanctuary, test your own abilities, and create your own super-powered super-critter.

Backyard Wilderness Watch: May 21

Do you know all the animals that you share your neighborhood with? You may be surprised to learn that many of the animals you see on a visit to the sanctuary might be living in your backyard, too. We’ll hike the trails to learn how to identify the signs of animals that might be living in your backyard habitat and then give you the tools to make your yard more inviting to beneficial species. Finally, we’ll show you how to share your family’s discoveries once you return home.

Meets in the Nature Center. Please dress for the weather since we will be outdoors most of the time.

Teen Bird-a-thon Team

Friday, May 13, & Saturday, May 14

Calling All Teen Birders! Whether you are a seasoned birder or a beginner who wants to learn more, we need your help! Bird-a-thon is a unique fundraiser during which you will find sponsors, spend time with other nature-loving teens, learn from Mass Audubon birders, compete to find the most birds, win prizes, and also help Mass Audubon conserve the sanctuary you love.

Interested? Email [email protected] for more details and to sign up.

Wilderness Survival Challenge

Open to youths ages 12 to 16Saturday, May 28 / 1:30-3:30 pmLeaders: Cori Brauer, Education Coordinator, and Stephanie Majeau, Assistant Education Coordinator$10 member, $12 nonmember

Think you have the skills to survive in the wild? Come learn about finding food, water, and shelter in the forests and wetlands of the sanctuary and then put your new knowledge to the test. We will split into two teams and compete to identify and locate resources, build and test shelters, and sneak up on one another in a tag-style game that takes place over a large part of the sanctuary. Can you and your team complete all of the outdoor skill challenges before it’s too late? No previous experience is necessary, just teamwork and a strong survival instinct!

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Sense of Wonder WalksOpen to families with children 3 years and olderSundays: May 15 & June 12 / 1:30-3:00 pmLeader: Rita Gallant, Lead Field Teacher$7 member, $9 nonmember per walkchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember per walk

Pond Skimming and Muck Raking: May 15

Beneath the quiet surface of a pond, there exists rich and varied animal and plant life. Using nets and other collecting equipment, we’ll dip into the water, sweep through the weeds, and scoop up some mud to discover the creatures that live there.

Friends of the Fields: June 12

Fields are homes and resting places for many insects, birds, and animals in the summer. We’ll explore the sanctuary fields with sweep nets, look at insects up close, and watch for signs of other animals making use of our fields.

Meets in the Nature Center. Please dress for the weather since we will be outdoors most of the time.

Ecosystem FunOpen to families with children 6 years and olderSunday, May 22 / 1:30-3:00 pmLeader: Carol Maynard, Sanctuary Field Teacher$7 member, $9 nonmemberchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember

Become a field scientist and explore the ecosystems of the sanctuary. A science inquiry approach will be used to explore a woodland, a wetland, and a field. Participants will become familiar with the common plants and animals in these natural neighborhoods.

Meets in the Nature Center. Please dress for the weather since we will be outside most of the time.

Popsicles on Perkins IslandOpen to families with children 5 years and olderSaturday, June 11 / 1:00-3:30 pmLeader: Cori Brauer, Education Coordinator$16 member, $18 nonmemberchildren $14 member, $16 nonmember

As the summer starts to heat up, cool down with us on a leisurely canoe paddle to Perkins Island. We’ll look for sunbathing turtles and other river creatures on the banks and in the backwaters of the beautiful Ipswich River. Once we get to the island, we’ll stretch our legs and enjoy some popsicles.

Meets at the canoe kiosk in front of the Visitor Center. No canoeing experience is necessary. All instruction, equipment, and popsicles will be provided. Please arrive promptly so we can spend the most time out on the river.

Family Dusk Paddles Open to families with children 6 years and olderFridays: June 17, July 15, August 5 & 19 6:00-8:00 pmLeaders: Angela Walsh, Sanctuary Field Teacher, and Cheri Corrado, Sanctuary Nature Guide$16 member, $18 nonmember per tripchildren $14 member, $16 nonmember per trip

Bring your family and join us for an evening paddle in a canoe as we learn more about the Ipswich River and some of its inhabitants. Sign up for one or more of these great paddles.

Summer Solstice Paddle: June 17 Special time / 6:00-8:30 pm

The longest day of the year is almost upon us, and what a fun way to start the summer! Join us for a paddle to observe nature from the river as we look for plants and animals that are equally excited for summer. This special paddle ends with s’mores around the fire and a solstice tale.

River Mammals: July 15

Have you ever seen a muskrat swimming or a beaver slapping its tail in alarm? Join us as we look for these elusive mammals and discover some of the clues they leave behind as we make our way along the Ipswich River.

Owls on the Ipswich River: August 5

Many kinds of owls call in the night with their hoots and screams as the sun fades and dusk descends. We’ll look and listen for owls as we paddle along. We’ll talk about the types of owls we’re likely to find at this time of year and do some hooting ourselves.

Discovering Wetlands: August 19

Being on the water is one of the best ways to explore and discover the wonders of wetlands. We will paddle through the winding backwaters lined with cattails and other marsh plants, looking for hidden wildlife. Using buckets and strainers, we’ll stop and sample the rich aquatic life to learn more about what lives under the water.

Meets in front of the Visitor Center. Basic canoeing instruction will be provided, along with all equipment. A confirmation with information on what to bring will be sent.

Information for all CampoutsExplore the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary after hours and join us for a night of camping under the stars. Have an early dinner at home, and then come with your family and your tent. We will explore nature through games and hands-on activities, set up our tents near the Barn before sundown, and tell stories after the sun sets. All campouts include an evening and a morning activity or hike and a light breakfast. A confirmation with a list of equipment to bring will be sent. The campouts will be rescheduled only in the event of extreme weather. Please review our rain policy on the registration information page at the end of this catalog.

Discovering the SanctuaryOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSaturday, June 25 / 6:00 pm to Sunday, June 26 / 9:00 amRain date: Saturday, July 9, to Sunday, July 10Leaders: Angela Walsh, Sanctuary Field Teacher, and Cheri Corrado, Sanctuary Nature Guide$25 member, $30 nonmemberchildren $22 member, $26 nonmember

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary protects many different habitats, and we will explore all of them this weekend. During our evening hike, we will explore under rocks and logs looking for salamanders, sow bugs, and the many creatures that call this habitat home. Using nets and bug boxes, we will discover the insects that inhabit the fields and forests. With buckets and strainers in hand, our morning hike will lead us to a pond where we will observe and examine the critters that live below the surface of the water.

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Summer Solstice Fairy GardensOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSaturday, June 18 / 1:30-3:00 pmLeader: Rebecca Spencer, Sanctuary Field Teacher$8 member, $10 nonmemberchildren $7 member, 8 nonmember

Midsummer’s Eve is the longest day of the year. The perfect day to create a fairy garden for your fairies! Join us to make individual fairy gardens for each family. We will provide the container, rocks, and native plants to make a garden bowl any fairy would be happy with. Please bring your imagination and love for fairies. We will celebrate the completion of our bowls with a solstice story and a short walk.

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c a m p i n gTracks and ScatOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSaturday, July 16 / 6:00 pm to Sunday, July 17 / 9:00 amRain date: Saturday, July 23, to Sunday, July 24Leaders: Angela Walsh, Sanctuary Field Teacher, and Cheri Corrado, Sanctuary Nature Guide$25 member, $30 nonmemberchildren $22 member, $26 nonmember

Many cultures and people from the past depended on reading the forests for their survival. Join us on this fun overnight and learn some new skills. On our evening hike, we will identify animal tracks, scat, and signs found on our trails and woodland roads. In the morning, we will get up early and continue to track. Perhaps we will find clues to where an animal bedded down for the night or what it ate. Then it’s back to camp for breakfast!

Summer Owl ProwlOpen to families with children 4 years and olderSaturday, August 6 / 6:00 pm to Sunday, August 7 / 9:00 amRain date: Saturday, August 13, to Sunday, August 14Leaders: Angela Walsh, Sanctuary Field Teacher, and Cheri Corrado, Sanctuary Nature Guide$25 member, $30 nonmemberchildren $22 member, $26 nonmember

Join us as we explore the habitats of these elusive birds. We’ll learn all about their adaptations, get a close-up view of owl mounts, and call for them on our nighttime walk. When we return, we will roast marshmallows on the campfire and listen to the story Owl Moon. In the morning, we will hunt for owl pellets in the forest and learn what owls eat by dissecting one of the pellets that we find.

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Seashore AdventuresOpen to families with children 4 years and olderJune 30, July 27, & August 9Leader: Carol Maynard, Sanctuary Field Teacher$7 member, $9 nonmember per walkchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember per walk

Join us for one or more of these seaside explorations in Marblehead and Gloucester.

Tide-Pooling Trek: Thursday, June 30 1:30-3:00 pm

Life on the rocky shore presents unique challenges and opportunities for marine species. Explore the rocks and tide pools of Chandler Hovey Park in Marblehead and take a closer look at crabs, sea stars, and other seashore creatures that have adapted to survive their continually changing environment.

The Edge of the Sea: Wednesday, July 27 11:00 am-12:30 pm

Explore the habitats of Mass Audubon’s Eastern Point Wildlife Sanctuary in Gloucester. The cool breezes, superb coastline, and easily observed wildlife will delight your senses. We’ll visit rocky shore, salt marsh, woodlands, and adjoining fields using hands-on activities as we investigate each habitat.

Beachcombers: Tuesday, August 9 10:00-11:30 am

Enjoy a morning at Grace Oliver Beach in Marblehead during low tide and discover the wonders of the sandy coastline. Walk across the mudflats to Crowninshield Island, where we will search for tiny fish, hermit crabs, periwinkles, and other sea creatures living in this delicate habitat. We will preserve our memories by creating our own beach collages.

Directions to meeting sites will be sent. Be sure to wear old sneakers or water shoes and clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty or wet.

Nature Adventures with Picture BooksOpen to families with children ages 3 to 6Tuesdays: July 12, 19, 26, & August 2 9:30-11:00 amLeader: Rita Gallant, Lead Field Teacher$7 member, $9 nonmember per classchildren $6 member, $7 nonmember per class

Bring your young naturalist to the sanctuary this summer and experience the joy of books and the wonders of nature. Participate in hands-on nature-related activities inspired by the stories. Sign up for one or more of these adventurous programs.

Ponds: July 12

We will read Around the Pond: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George. Using buckets and strainers, explore a pond and search for critters that swim, soar, and crawl, from hopping frogs to zipping water striders.

Crickets and Grasshoppers: July 19

We will read Crickets and Grasshoppers by Theresa Greenaway.Using nets and hand lenses, come explore with us as we examine a field and learn why crickets and grasshoppers sing and jump, how they eat, and what their similarities are.

Birds: July 26

We will read Birds in Your Backyard by Barbara Herkert and then examine real bird bones, feathers, nests, and eggs. We will even test our skills using beaks to do different jobs. Meet some of the sanctuary birds as we hike the trails with binoculars in hand.

Butterflies: August 2

We will read Where Butterflies Grow by Joanne Ryder. Let’s find out what butterflies live in our area. Using sweep nets and hand lenses, we’ll observe butterflies in the gardens and fields of the sanctuary. Become a butterfly as we learn about the life cycles of these fluttering marvels.

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s c o u t sScout Programs We invite you to join our qualified staff as they lead

scout groups through the diverse habitats of the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. We specialize in

providing outdoor and environmental programs for scouts. Our programs are designed to cover badge requirements for the Girl Scouts of the USA and Boy Scouts of America—including the new 2015 Cub Scout badges. Call us for a free brochure:

978-887-9264, or download a copy from our website: www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver

After-School Scout ProgramsTuesday through Friday

September through June / 3:30-5:00 pm (also early-release days)

$95 per troop (up to 10 scouts) $9 each additional scout

Weekend Scout Programs Saturdays & Sundays / September through June

1.5-hour program: $95 per troop (up to 10 scouts)

$9 each additional scout 2-hour program:

$110 per troop (up to 10 scouts) $10 each additional scout

Programs limited to 15 scouts. Siblings must be 5 years or older to attend.

For more information or to book a scout program, call Angela Walsh at 978-887-9264, ext. 7703.

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Eco-ArtOpen to families with children 4 years and olderThursdays: July 14, 21, 28, & August 4 9:00-11:00 amLeaders: Meg and Victor Atkins, Sanctuary Field Teachers$8 member, $10 nonmember per classchildren $7 member, $8 nonmember per class

Join us for one or more of these programs that combine nature exploration and a craft project.

Bird Nests: July 14

Come learn how different birds build their nests and what natural materials they use. We will take a hike to look for nests and collect materials to make our own bird nests.

Flower Power: July 21

Create a decoupage flower container for your summertime arrangements and then explore the sanctuary to look for wildflowers and learn the important role that butterflies and bees play in producing new flowers. We will use hand lenses and nets to observe them and share a butterfly story in the meadow.

Salamanders: July 28

Salamanders are often found in dark, damp places such as under a rock or log in the soil, while their eggs can be found in vernal pools. We will go for a walk, looking under rocks and logs for salamanders, and visit a vernal pool to discover where they lay their eggs each spring. Each participant will create a clay salamander to take home.

Marvelous Mammals: August 4

Where might deer and foxes, squirrels and chipmunks, rabbits and mice, and other mammals live at the sanctuary? We will take a hike to visit some of the places where we might find signs of them. On our return, we will create mammal masks from natural objects to take home.

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For ages 4 to 12 Choose a theme: Owls / Beavers/ Habitat HikePond Dipping / Nature & Art / Backyard Birds

Animal Tracking / Insects & Spiders Life Under Rocks & Logs

$175 for a 2-hour party, which includes a naturalist-led program and party time

Canoeing Birthday Parties(Spring and Fall) For ages 10 and up

Two-hour programs; limit: 18 people $13 per person (minimum 8 participants)

To book your party, call Angela Walsh 978-887-9264, ext. 7703.

Parties can be booked September through June.

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HOMESCHOOL

Ipswich River’s weekly homeschool classes promote an active engagement with nature through inquiry-based, hands-on environmental education. Join us as we explore the many different habitats of our nearly 2,000-acre sanctuary, and lay the foundation for a lifelong connection with nature.

Spring Homeschool for Ages 6 to 11 Wednesdays: April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, & June 1 10:00 am-noon or 1:00-3:00 pm6 class sessions; choose either the morning or the afternoon classLeaders: Cori Brauer, Education Coordinator, and Rita Gallant, Lead Field Teacher$90 member, $105 nonmember

Highlights this spring will include a focus on different ways of understanding and appreciating nature. We will engage in hands-on activities like exploring with our senses, making nature crafts, catching and studying wild creatures, and participating in a project that helps the sanctuary.

During the morning class we will be splitting up into younger and older age groups, with 6 to 8 year olds learning and exploring with Rita Gallant, and 9 to 11 year olds studying and adventuring with Cori Brauer. In the afternoon, we may stay together as one mixed-age group.

Blue Skies to Squishy Mud— Nature Through All Our Senses: April 27

Living off the Land— Nature as a Home, Store, and Playground: May 4

Animal Myths, Legends, and Stories: May 11

The Science of Salamanders: May 18

Inspired by Insects— Arts, Crafts, and Music from Nature: May 25

Nature Guardians— Protecting Our Wild Places: June 1

Meets in the Barn. Please come dressed for the weather.

SCHOOL PROGRAMSOver the years, our staff have provided thousandsof environmental education programs for pre-K, elementary, middle, and high school students on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Under the guidance of our education staff and field teachers, students investigate, explore, and marvel at the wonders of the natural world while gaining valuable knowledge of the life and earth sciences. We offer programming at the sanctuary or at your school, as well as a Naturalist in Residency program, and teacher work-shops. Our programs cultivate an appreciation for and an understanding of the environment and our interrelationships with the natural world. It is also our goal to develop thoughtful, conservation-minded citizens for the future. For a free brochure describing our school programs, call 978-887-9264 or visit our website at www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

Spring Homeschool for Ages 12 to 15Wednesdays: April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, & June 1 10:00 am-noon Leader: Cecilia McCarthy, Sanctuary Field Teacher$90 member, $105 nonmember

Highlights this spring will include each student picking his/her own small plot of land on the sanctuary to explore, study, and connect with throughout the season. Students will be challenged to look at nature in different ways with activities like collecting data, storytelling, catching and observing wildlife, and going on a paddle on the Ipswich River.

Finding Your Place— Choosing and Exploring Your Plot: April 27

Living off the Land— Surviving on Your Plot: May 4

River Highway (Canoe Trip!)— Your Plot’s Watershed: May 11

Wild Neighbors— Who Shares Your Plot? May 18

Compare and Contrast— Mini-Plots in the Meadow: May 25

Conservation— Protecting Your Place: June 1

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Birding the Connecticut Lakes, New HampshireFriday, June 3-Sunday, June 5 / 3 daysLeader: Dave Larson, Joppa Flats Science and Education Coordinator, and Nancy Soulette, BCPContact: Joppa Flats Education Center 978-462-9998$650 member, $750 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $200

During this exciting weekend program, we will explore the Connecticut Lakes region of northern New Hampshire, an area rich in wildlife and magnificent scenery. Over our fourteen previous trips, we have seen a total of 129 species of birds, including many boreal species. Target birds will include black-backed and pileated woodpeckers, gray jay, common raven, yellow-bellied and alder flycatchers, spruce grouse, boreal chickadee, rusty blackbird, Philadelphia vireo, and many species of warblers (e.g., mourning, blackpoll, Wilson’s, and bay-breasted). We also expect to see a wide variety of butterflies and several species of mammals including moose.

The program fee is for double occupancy and includes all transportation between Newburyport and the Connecticut Lakes, lodging at The Glen (a wonderful northern inn), and six meals. Single rooms are not available on this trip. Please call for a detailed brochure.

Final payment is due May 3. Leaders will send out trip materials after final payment is received, approximately two weeks prior to the trip’s start date. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.

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Machias Seal Island and Eastern Maine Saturday, June 18-Monday, June 20 / 3 daysLeaders: Dave Larson, Joppa Flats Science and Education Coordinator, and David Moon, Joppa Flats Sanctuary DirectorContact: Joppa Flats Education Center 978-462-9998$595 member, $695 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $150

A trip to Machias Seal Island and eastern Maine during nesting season is a fantastic experience! During our program, we plan to visit Machias Seal Island, the Deblois Blueberry Barrens, Quoddy Head State Park, and many other sites in the Machias/ Cutler area. On our 28 previous expeditions, we have seen a total of 202 species of birds and a variety of mammals.

Machias Seal Island is noted as a nesting colony for seabirds including Atlantic puffins, common murres, and razorbills. The Deblois Blueberry Barrens, Quoddy Head, and the Cutler area are noted for a wide variety of land birds including the upland sandpiper, vesper sparrow, black-backed woodpecker, spruce grouse, boreal chickadee, and gray jay. Throughout our trip, we will have the opportunity to see and hear nesting warblers.

The listed fees are for double occupancy and include the boat trip to Machias Seal Island. A single-room supplement is available for an additional $150. Please call for a detailed brochure.

Final payment is due May 18. Leaders will send out trip materials after final payment is received, approximately two weeks prior to the trip’s start date. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.

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Puffins and PeatlandsThursday, July 7-Sunday, July 10 / 4 daysLeaders: Scott Santino, Ipswich River Teacher-Naturalist, and Susan MacCallum, South Shore Sanctuaries DirectorCosponsor: South Shore Sanctuaries$680 member, $740 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $125

Travel east of Frenchman Bay in Maine, and you will see a change in the woodlands and coastline. Spruce, fir, and tamarack become the dominant species, the ocean shore is rough and rocky; and extensive mudflats are exposed as a result of the 15- to 20-foot tides. This is Down East Maine! Join us as we explore the unique ecology of Down East Maine, including boreal forests, raised bogs, and an offshore seabird nesting colony.

We’ll visit Machias Seal Island, 10 miles from the mainland, to view Atlantic puffins in their colorful breeding plumage, along with razorbills, nesting Arctic terns, and common murres. This is the spot to see and photograph Atlantic puffins up close and personal. In addition to searching for boreal nesting birds, we will explore Cobscook Bay, Campobello Island, and Quoddy Head Light, scanning for seabirds, whales, and dolphins from the cliffs and ledges.

Please Note: This trip is currently filled. Please call our office if you would like to be wait-listed in the event of a cancellation.

Monhegan Island WeekendFriday, September 16-Sunday, September 18 3 daysLeaders: Carol Decker, Ipswich River Sanctuary Director, and Scott Santino, Ipswich River Teacher-NaturalistContact: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary 978-887-9264$515 member, $585 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $75

Join us for a weekend of birding and naturalizing on this beautiful rockbound island. Located 10 miles off the coast of Maine, Monhegan is not only remote and enchanting, but it also serves as a trap for migrant songbirds. This is the place to be for exciting views of the fall migration. Hawks will be on their flight south, and in past years we have had incredible aerial displays from migrating falcons. We will explore a variety of habitats including freshwater pond, coniferous forest, and rocky shoreline. Seals can be seen from the island, and sighting a whale is always a possibility. We will stay at the Trailing Yew, a rustic inn situated above Monhegan Harbor.

The fee includes round-trip van transportation from the sanctuary to Port Clyde, a one-hour ferry trip to and from the island, lodging (double occupancy), most meals, and field instruction. For an itinerary, call 978-887-9264 or email [email protected]. Please register at least six weeks in advance. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.

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Block Island Birding WeekendFriday, September 23-Sunday, September 25 3 daysLeaders: Carol Decker, Ipswich River Sanctuary Director, and Susan MacCallum, South Shore Sanctuaries DirectorCosponsor: South Shore Sanctuaries$545 member, $615 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $75

A gift from the glaciers, Block Island is located approximately 12 miles off the Rhode Island coast. Although small, this beautiful island offers a number of different habitats and spectacular scenery. In the fall, the island belongs primarily to the birds and birders. It is a resting and feeding place for migrating shorebirds and ocean birds. The island also forms a natural trap for land birds that have wandered out over the ocean during their southward migration. We expect to see a variety of warblers, raptors, herons, shorebirds, and, of course, the unexpected.

The fee includes all ground and boat transportation, interpretive materials, entrance fees, and lodging, unless otherwise noted. Fees are based on double occupancy; single rooms may be available for an additional fee. Personal items and meals are not included. For an itinerary, call 978-887-9264 or email [email protected]. Please register at least six weeks in advance. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.

Texas to New Mexico: Bosque del Apache and the Rio Grande CorridorTuesday, January 10-Monday, January 16, 2017 7 daysLeaders: David Moon, Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director; Bill Gette, former Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director; and Alison O’Hare, BCP $1,295 member, $1,395 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $400

The Rio Grande Valley in New Mexico is a fabulous destination for viewing birds in the winter. At Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge and other wetlands, we should see tens of thousands of cranes, ducks, and geese. In the thickets and grasslands, we will find a wonderful diversity of passerines, especially sparrows.

We will follow the river valley from El Paso, Texas, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, birding mountain, riparian, desert, grassland, and aquatic habitats. The generally mild winter weather and the fantastic birds will make this trip one to remember. We could see over 130 species of birds including the Ross’s goose, Clark’s grebe, sandhill crane, juniper titmouse, crissal thrasher, black-tailed gnatcatcher, black-throated sparrow, burrowing owl, pyrrhuloxia, red-naped sapsucker, mountain chickadee, and golden and bald eagles. We also have a good chance of seeing black, brown-capped, and gray-crowned rosy-finches.

The additional fee for a single-room supplement is $400. Please call for a detailed brochure describing this exciting winter expedition.

Final payment is due December 10. Leaders will send out trip materials after final payment is received. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space. Note: Please do not make your flight arrangements until you have checked with the trip leaders.

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Northern Minnesota: Boreal Birding Wednesday, March 1-Sunday, March 5, 2017 5 daysLeaders: Dave Larson, Joppa Flats Science and Education Coordinator, and Dave Weaver, BCP$995 member, $1,095 nonmemberNonrefundable deposit: $300

Join us as we venture for th into the snowy boreal forests and bogs of northern Minnesota in search of great gray, northern hawk, snowy, boreal, saw-whet, great horned, and other northern owls. We will concentrate on the famous Sax-Zim Bog area, as well as on locations on the north shore of Lake Superior. In addition to owls, possible sightings include redpolls, crossbills, boreal chickadee, grosbeaks, and hawks; spruce, ruffed, and sharp-tailed grouse; as well as possible moose, gray fox, and timber wolf. Okay, we admit it can get cold, so bring lots of layers, handwarmer thingies, oh, and a hat—don’t forget the hat.

The listed fees are for double occupancy. The additional fee for a single room is $300. Please call for a detailed brochure.

Final payment is due February 1. Leaders will send out trip materials after final payment is received. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space. Note: Please do not make your flight arrangements until you have checked with the trip leaders.

Mark Your Calendars!

Birding Northern CaliforniaMay 3-10, 2017 Leaders: Susan MacCallum, South Shore Sanctuaries Director, and Scott Santino, Ipswich River Teacher-NaturalistA detailed itinerary and pricing will be available soon for this exciting trip from Point Reyes to Monterey Bay, including a pelagic outing to search for shearwaters and more. Please contact the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary if you are interested in more information: 978-887-9264 or [email protected].

Trinidad Birding with Scott SantinoSaturday, March 25-Saturday, April 1, 2017 8 daysOptional Tobago Extension: Saturday, April 1-Tuesday, April 4, 2017Leader: Scott Santino, Ipswich River Teacher-NaturalistContact: Natural History Travel Office, 800-289-9504Fee: TBA

In all the lush Caribbean, there is no place more popular for birders than the exquisite, mountainous two-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. Here there is easy access to an extraordinary diversity of the world’s most stunningly beautiful birds, including scarlet ibises, rufous-tailed jacamars, white-tailed tropicbirds, and over 40 different kinds of hummingbirds. There are over 430 bird species here, many of them South American since the islands are as close as 7 miles from Venezuela. We will stay at the world-famous Asa Wright Nature Centre, a charming lodge located in a 2,000-acre tract of rainforest high in the Arima Valley of the island’s Northern Range. Visitors usually see more than 40 species of birds before breakfast. In contrast, Tobago’s avifauna is more Caribbean in its makeup, and here we will stay at the charming Blue Waters Inn. A comfortable and relaxing birding trip, this tour is a long-standing favorite for those who are new to tropical birding.

Registration is through Mass Audubon’s Natural History Travel Office. For more information go to massaudubon.org/travel or call 800-289-9504.

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For more information and a complete list of our International Tours

visit www.massaudubon.org/travel or call 800-289-9504.

Spitsbergen Arctic Wildlife Cruise with Dave Larson / July 8-18

(limited space available)

Birding in Chile with Wayne Petersen / October 27-November 7

(new lower price)

New Zealand: Birding in Middle Earth with Chris Leahy / November 2-19

(limited space available)

Uganda: Birding and Primate Safari with Chris Leahy

January 27-February 11, 2017

Kenya & Tanzania: Birding and Big Game SafariFebruary 28-March 14, 2017

Trinidad Birding with Scott Santino / March 25-April 1, 2017

And many more:

Cuba / Colombia / Belize

Amazon Riverboat Cruise in Peru

General Information

Ipswich River Wildlife SanctuaryOne of Mass Audubon’s largest sanctuaries, Ipswich Riveroffers nearly 2,000 acres of land and more than twelve milesof interconnecting trails that invite you to explore forests, meadows, and wetlands. Mowed fields provide habitat for American woodcocks and eastern bluebirds while the floodplain forests are resting and nesting sites for warblers and vireos. Canoe along eight miles of the Ipswich River, which meanders through the sanctuary, and camp on Perkins Island, a half-mile up the river. Members can rent canoes from May 1 through October 31. Members can also rent a small cabin that isconveniently located close to the sanctuary’s program facilities and sleeps four. In spring, listen for the chorus of American toads and pickerel frogs. In various seasons, watch for river otters, painted turtles, and great blue herons. View an active beaver lodge in Rockery Pond. Climb the drumlin and esker, landscape features created by a glacier 15,000 years ago. In winter, sap buckets fill the sugar grove, marking the season of our maple sugaring programs. Huge rocks and exotic trees and shrubs that were par t of a former arboretum provide an adventurous walk along the Rockery Trail.

Address87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA 01983 978-887-9264 Office / 978-887-0875 Fax [email protected]

Office/Gift Shop/Trail HoursOffice and Gift Shop: Weekdays, Tuesday through Friday,9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Weekends and Monday holidays, May 1-October 31, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; andNovember 1-April 30, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Trails: Open dawn to dusk, Tuesday through Sunday and Monday holidays.

Admission$4 for nonmember adults; $3 for nonmember children (2-12) and over 64

For information about other North Shore wildlife sanctuaries, including Cedar Pond, Eastern Point, Marblehead Neck, and Nahant Thicket, contact Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary at 978-887-9264 or [email protected].

For information about Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary, please contact Joppa Flats Education Center at 978-462-9998 or [email protected].

Joppa Flats Education Center and Wildlife SanctuaryThe Joppa Flats Education Center is located at the gateway to one of the country’s most productive year-round wildlife viewing areas—the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and the Plum Island estuary. Highlights for visitors are the many species of birds that utilize the area’s extensive salt marshes, mudflats, rivers, bays, and coastal waters. During local area field trips, Joppa Flats program participants have recorded over 300 species of birds, including bald eagle, snowy owl, and many warblers, shorebirds, and waterfowl. The visitor center overlooking the Merrimack River includes a children’s education room with a marine aquarium, a conference center, ar t exhibits, a nature shop,butterfly gardens, and interpretive displays.

AddressP.O. Box 1558 / One Plum Island TurnpikeNewburyport, MA 01950978-462-9998 Office / 978-462-4143 Fax [email protected]

Education Center/Grounds HoursEducation Center: Tuesday through Sunday and Monday holidays, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Grounds: Open daily, dawn to dusk.

AdmissionSuggested donation: $2 for nonmembers

Endicott Wildlife SanctuaryThis sanctuary comprises over 43 acres of mixed woodland, fields, and wetlands, and a new walking trail is now open. Endicott offers a variety of volunteer opportunities and internships in education and ecological management.

There are programs for teachers and students including the Salt Marsh Science Project. Our programs for middle and high school students focus on real science, with real scientists and real issues. Coastal topics, invasive species, and inquiry-based lessons are our specialty. For more information about our school programs go to massaudubon.org/endicott-school.

The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Preschool is located here. It offers programs for 3- to 5-year olds in nature-based emergent curriculum, creative classrooms, outdoor play areas, and gardens.

Address346 Grapevine Road, Wenham, MA 01984 978-927-1122 Office [email protected]

Ipswich River Nature Preschool Office: 978-237-0108 [email protected]

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Registration Advance registration with full payment is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. You may call in advance to inquire about space availability; however, we cannot hold a space for you until we have received your payment in full. Please register early because many programs fill quickly. If you are registering for a class and less than one week remains before the program begins, please call the sanctuary hosting the program to confirm that space is available. If you are not a Mass Audubon member, you may join when you register and pay the member program fee.

Four Easy Ways to Register! We accept MasterCard, VISA, and Discover

•Register Online!You can register for many of Mass Audubon’s programs online. That means you can sign up any time of day (regardless of whether that sanctuary is open or not), and you will instantly know if a program is full or has a wait-list. Visit our program catalog online: massaudubon.org/catalog. Please note that some programs and trips do not take online registration. For these, please call the appropriate sanctuary during business hours.

•By Telephone: Call the sanctuary that is hosting the program. Please have your membership, credit card, and course information ready.

•By Mail: Complete the registration form and return it with your check, money order, or credit card authorization to the sanctuary that is hosting the program for which you are registering. All checks and money orders should be made payable to Mass Audubon. Additional copies of the registration form can be downloaded at www.massaudubon.org/registrationform.

•In Person: During business hours, stop by the sanctuary that is hosting the program you are interested in attending and register in person. Note: Registering in person should be done prior to the program start date because registering the day of the program, in many cases, will be too late.

Confirmation Information Written confirmation may not be sent for every program. You will be notified if you do not get into a program because it is full, or if your name has been placed on a wait-list. Please read all future correspondence carefully because it may contain information pertinent to your program such as what to bring or wear, directions to a location, etc.

Meeting LocationsMeeting locations are listed with the program descriptions in this brochure.

Filled Programs/Wait-Lists Most programs have minimum and maximum enrollments depending on the type of class and instructional techniques. If the program of your choice is full, we will notify you immediately and automatically place you on a wait-list.

If you do not wish to remain on the wait-list, please notify the sanctuary hosting the program and a refund will be issued. We will notify you at least 24 hours in advance of the program only if space becomes available. If space does not open up, you will receive a full refund within three weeks of the program date.

Cancellation/Refund PolicyTo receive a program refund if you no longer plan to attend, you must notify the sanctuary hosting the program at least one week prior to the first class. This policy does not apply to day camp programs or overnight trips. Each sanctuary reserves the right to change programs, schedules, and instructors or to cancel programs due to low enrollment. Please note that certain programs require a nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit. A full refund will be processed if the sanctuary cancels the program. Refunds require approximate-ly three weeks for processing.

Inclement WeatherMost programs are held rain or shine; please dress accordingly. We will do our best to notify you if the class is canceled or postponed due to the weather. If the weather is questionable and you have not heard from us, please call the sanctuary.

For programs that list a rain/storm date, we recommend that you hold the alternate date open. Refunds will not be issued if the class is switched to its alternate date and you are not able to attend. If no rain date is listed, we may try to reschedule the class. In this case, refunds will be issued if you cannot attend on the rescheduled date. If the class cannot be rescheduled you will receive a refund.

Additional Questions?If you have additional questions about registration policies, or have a question about a particular program, please call the sanctuary hosting the program directly.

Where to Send Registration FormsFor Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary 87 Perkins Row Topsfield, MA 01983 978-887-9264 Office

For Joppa Flats Education CenterP.O. Box 1558Newburyport, MA 01950 978-462-9998 Office

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Important Note: Registration isprocessed through the sanctuary offering the program. Therefore, please submit a separate registration form for each individual sanctuary. We recommend that you photocopy this form prior to completing it. Download additional copies: www.massaudubon.org/registrationform

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For Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA 01983 Office: 978-887-9264

For Joppa Flats Education CenterP.O. Box 1558, Newburyport, MA 01950 Office: 978-462-9998

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