Two kids running in the snow. We all need nature—and nature needs you. Together, we can protect the wildlife and wild lands of Massachusetts for generations to come. Make a tax-deductible donation today.
Two kids running in the snow. We all need nature—and nature needs you. Together, we can protect the wildlife and wild lands of Massachusetts for generations to come. Make a tax-deductible donation today.
boardwalk trail through a grassy meadow
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Wellfleet

Programs & Activities at Wellfleet Bay

Wellfleet Bay 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.

two boys kneeling down on boardwalk through grass
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Wellfleet © Marian Averback

Family Fun

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

Close-up of Belted Kingfisher © Karl Schanz
Belted Kingfisher © Karl Schanz

Birds & Birding

Join us on an upcoming birding program or go birding on your own.

Adults hiking a beach during a Cape Cod Field School course

Cape Cod Field Schools

Wellfleet Bay offers a wide variety of field courses for adults that focus on the unique coastal environment and wildlife of Cape Cod.

campground with two tents in the distance
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Campground

Camping

Our campground, which includes 17 campsites, is small, quiet, and rustic.

A handful of healthy Diamondback Terrapin hatchlings
Diamondback Terrapins

Community Science

Help with projects related to wildlife monitoring, research, restoration, and conservation.

Exterior of WB Nature Center showing garden & solar panels

Nature Center

Esther Underwood Johnson Nature Center is a green building with exhibits, a gift shop, and wildlife garden.

Upcoming Programs

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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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