Programs & Activities at Joppa Flats
Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats Education Center 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!
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Family Fun
Ready for some outdoor adventures? We’ve got all kinds of fun programs and activities for you and your family.
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Birds & Birding
Join us on an upcoming birding program or go birding on your own.
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Birder's Certificate Program
Take your birding to the next level with our year-long certificate program.
Upcoming Programs on the North Shore
See moreFeed the Beach Creatures: Rocky Shore Residents
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Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport
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Wednesday, July 31
4:00-5:30pm
Families - children 4 - 15 years
Friday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Friday, August 2
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Wednesday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Wednesday, August 7
9:30am-12:30pm
Adults
Friday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Friday, August 9
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Shorebirds of Essex County Workshop
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Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport
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Sunday, August 11
12:30-6:30pm
Adults
Wednesday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Wednesday, August 14
9:30am-12:30pm
Adults
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.
Programs for Groups
Book an educational nature-based programs including coastal cruises for your garden club, senior center, historical group, or other club or organization.