New Saturday Hours Bring More Opportunities to Explore North River
November 06, 2026
This autumn and winter, North River Wildlife Sanctuary is making it easier than ever to experience the natural world. Explore, learn, and unwind with us as you celebrate the beauty of the season.
Expanded Nature Center Hours
The nature center is now open on Saturdays! Stop by Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 am–3:00 pm.
Step into the Bird Viewing Room, where expansive windows offer a front-row seat to the activity at the sanctuary’s feeders and interactive biofacts and engaging displays deepen your connection to local wildlife. Families can explore, learn, and play in the Discovery Room, where hands-on activities and close encounters with North River’s animal ambassadors inspire curiosity about the natural world.
Turtle Feeding Time
Saturday, November 7, December 5, January 2, & February 6 • 12:30-1:30 pm
Get up close with some of North River's most popular residents. On the first Saturday of each month, visitors can meet our animal ambassadors, help feed our two Red-eared Sliders, meet our Corn Snake, and discover the amazing adaptations that help these reptiles thrive. This fun, hands-on drop-in program requires no registration and is free for Mass Audubon members or included with sanctuary admission.
Feeder Focus
Saturday, November 21, December 19, January 16, & February 20 • 10:00-11:30 am
The third Saturday of each month brings another reason to visit, with a drop-in program featuring our local bird life. Relax in our sun-filled Bird Viewing Room to watch colorful visitors flock to the feeders and bird bath just beyond the glass. Connect with one of our naturalists to identify species, ask questions, and uncover fascinating facts about the birds and other wildlife you encounter.
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