Please Note:
Participants who are traveling to Massachusetts from other states must comply with the current Massachusetts Travel Order, which requires a negative COVID-19 test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to arrival in Massachusetts.
Eagle Fest: Friday Field Trips for Homeschoolers
Sponsored by Joppa Flats
February 12, 2021 (Friday) 10:00am-12:00pm
Location:
Newburyport and vicinity
Instructors:
Lisa Hutchings - Joppa Flats School and Family Education Coordinator; Johanna True - Teacher Naturalist
Audience:
Family
(suitable for children 7 - 14 years)
Members:
Adult $14.00, Child $12.00
Nonmembers:
Adult $18.00, Child $16.00
Nonmembers can join today during checkout and take immediate advantage of member prices.
Come explore what nature has in store this winter at some of our most amazing wild places on the North Shore. Joppa Flats Education Coordinator Lisa Hutchings and her team will introduce families to local forests, beaches, and trails to make observations in nature, identify wildlife, and enjoy hands-on science activities outdoors. Sign up for one, some, or all!
Joppa Flats will provide all field gear and equipment. This is not a drop-off class; all children must be accompanied by at least one adult. All adults are expected to participate in the program.
Dec. 18: Raptor Search
Jan. 8: A Search for Snowies
Jan. 15: Winter Wildlife Tracking
Feb. 5: Winter Mammals - Where Are They?
Feb. 12: Eagle Festival Birding
Instructions and Directions:
The location will be within 20-30 minutes of Newburyport and will be chosen based on safety, the forecast, and access to restrooms. Prior to the program, you will receive an email with details on where to meet, parking and facilities information, driving directions, and other guidelines plus detailed Covid-19 safety protocols. All participants must wear a mask and complete a Covid-19 self-health assessment prior to the program. Dress for the weather and terrain.
Cancellation policy: Please notify us at least 24 hours prior to the program's date if you must cancel. If you cancel less than 24 hours ahead, we can only offer a refund or credit if we subsequently fill your space. Refunds are not given for failure to attend, absence, or sick days. If we must cancel a session, you will be notified two hours prior to the program and you will receive a full refund.
Registration is required.
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For your own security, DO NOT send credit card information via email.