Mass Audubon Blogs

These vistas, views, and encounters will take your breath away—and maybe get you a few “likes” in the process. Chasing Waterfalls Travel across Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary‘s boardwalks and trails to reach this relaxing spot. Here, the marshes, rivers, and ponds make up a collage of scenic waterways. Take a short walk on the Marsh Trail […]

Over the years, some wildlife has developed a “bad reputation”. The reasons for this can vary—some animals, like opossums and ravens, display behaviors and self-defense techniques that can look scary or off-putting to the human eye, while others, such as bats, are maligned by old folklore and mythology. Sometimes, a few “bad actors” can lead […]

Late summer means crisp days and cooler nights, swinging back into routines, and savoring the last juicy tomatoes of the season. It also still means mosquitoes, and more rainfall can lead to an uptick in the number of shallow pools that make ideal mosquito breeding territory. Mosquitoes are a public health risk, since they spread diseases like […]

October is typically a busy time for Wellfleet Bay’s sea turtle staff. A  great deal of preparation is underway for the approaching cold-stunned sea turtle season, which involves training new staff and volunteers, checking rescue equipment, coordinating with rehab partner organizations, and numerous other tasks. But in October, especially a warm one, many sea turtles […]

Fall at Wildwood is absolutely beautiful and we have two more weekends left where you can come and spend some time as a family here at camp. Friday October 1 – Sunday October 3Friday October 8 – Monday October 11. You can choose from any of the following lodging options: Bring your own tent: $85/night […]