People walking in the snow Give the gift of membership.
People walking in the snow Give the gift of membership.
boardwalk trail through a grassy meadow
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Wellfleet

Drop-In Winter and Spring Family Programs at Wellfleet Bay

February 17, 2026

Looking for a fun outing this winter or spring? Head to Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary for a family-friendly drop-in program. These programs are free for Mass Audubon members or included with sanctuary admission—making it easy to explore, learn, and connect with nature together.

Young girl looking into an animal exhibit
© Dennis Welsh

Nature Play Group & Story Time

Wednesdays • 10:00-11:30 am

Connect with other families as your little one’s imagination soars at the sanctuary’s Nature Play Area, then snuggle into a comfy spot as stories of nature, friendship, and adventure come alive.

Fish Feeding Fun & Story Time

Saturdays • 11:30 am-12:30 pm

Dive into Cape Cod’s underwater world at the sanctuary. Start with a nature story, then help feed our fish and learn what makes each species unique—from their habitats to how we care for them in our tanks.

Feeder Focus

March 15 & April 19 • 1:00-3:00 pm 

Step into the exhibit hall and enjoy up-close views of the sanctuary's bustling bird feeders and lively water feature from the comfort of our cozy seating area. Chat with a friendly volunteer naturalist to ask questions, identify species, and uncover fun facts about the birds and other local wildlife you spot.

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