Programs & Activities at Ipswich River

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary offers a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. Whether you're new to nature or an outdoors aficionado, there's something for everyone.

Family Fun

Ready for some outdoor adventure? We’ve got all kinds of fun programs and activities for you and your friends and family!

Three canoes with two people in each paddling down a river. Dead trees and green vegetation on the banks are in front of them. — Ipswich River, Topsfield

Canoeing

Experience the Ipswich River by canoe, May-October, weather permitting.

four canoes resting on land offer the river. — Perkins Island at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield

Camping

Perkins Island is the sanctuary's only camping area providing a wilderness-type setting at the sanctuary for canoeists.

Students and Teacher with School Bus in background

Programs for Schools

We offer hands-on, nature-based education programs for students both onsite and offsite. We can work with you to develop a curriculum that meets your needs.

Group of people smiling at camera — © Phil Doyle

Programs for Groups

Book an educational nature-based programs for your garden club, senior center, historical group, or other club or organization.

three preschool girls looking at a bowl outside

Nature Preschool

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary is proud to offer a nature preschool for 3–5-year-olds located at Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary in Wenham.

Ipswich River's Innermost Pavilion - a covered space with three picnic tables beneath

Facility Rental

Searching for the perfect place to celebrate a child's birthday or host a casual gathering? The Innermost Pavilion and Nature Center are ideal venues.