Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries. New Individual and Family memberships are just $35! Start your membership
Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries. New Individual and Family memberships are just $35! Start your membership
Meadow at Wachusett Meadow with tree on left and grass trail
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, Princeton

Programs & Activities at Wachusett Meadow

Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary in Princeton 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.

Painting pumpkins at Hey Day © Bruce Dean
© Bruce Dean

Family Fun

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

Group of people canoeing at Wachusett Meadow

Canoeing

Canoes are available for rental May 1 through October 31 on a first-come, first-served basis.

nature center buildings
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, Princeton

Facility Rentals

Historic farm buildings set within protected fields, forests, and wetlands provide a spectacular setting for private group functions.

Upcoming Programs at Wachusett Meadow

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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.

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Programs for Groups

Whether you’re looking for programs for your community group, garden club, Scout troop, or more, our teacher naturalists can help!

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