April 14, 2021
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North River's trails are open; all buildings & restrooms are closed. See guidelines. Read More
North River Wildlife Sanctuary
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North River Wildlife Sanctuary is named for the state-designated Scenic River that winds along its northern boundary. The sanctuary's fields, oak forest, and salt marsh attract a wide variety of birds and seals are often visible from the riverside platform. Programs and summer camp take place in and around the historic building. Please leave dogs and other pets at home.
Location: 2000 Main Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Phone: 781-837-9400
Hours: Trails open daily, dawn to dusk
Bird-a-thon
Bird-a-thon 2021
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Earth Month • April 1–30
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Sanctuary News & Events
North River Wildlife Sanctuary
At North River Nature Day Camp in Marshfield, campers ages 4.5–14 discover our wildlife sanctuary's forest, fields, and wetlands during weekly sessions. Registration is open for summer 2021!
North River Wildlife Sanctuary
If you've visited Daniel Webster this fall, you've probably noticed there's a lot of dirt and very little grass. Just wait—spring 2021 will bring lush, renewed meadows full of nesting birds and native pollinators!
Upcoming Programs
What's all the fuss about Bird-a-thon? At this free program, you'll learn the basics of Mass Audubon's largest annual fundrais... Learn More >
What's all the fuss about Bird-a-thon? At this free program, you'll learn the basics of Mass Audubon's largest annual fundrais... Learn More >
What's all the fuss about Bird-a-thon? At this free program, you'll learn the basics of Mass Audubon's largest annual fundrais... Learn More >