Description
Explore the grounds of the Blue Hills Trailside Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary during this guided outdoor experience, led by a knowledgeable educator. Begin with an introduction to Trailside and Mass Audubon before touring the outdoor animal enclosures and learning about the native wildlife that call this sanctuary home. The program continues with a hike along the Red Dot Trail to the observatory and back to Trailside, with brief natural history lessons woven in along the way. Expect to walk on uneven trails and spend time outdoors. Museum admission is included, allowing participants to continue exploring the indoor exhibits at their own pace after the guided hike.
When
- Sun, Jun 07, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Who
Families - children 5 - 17
Cost
- Adult Members $15
- Adult Nonmembers $18
- Child Members $10
- Child Nonmembers $13
Where
Location: Blue Hills Trailside Museum, Milton
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Questions? Contact us:
- 617-333-0690 [email protected]
Instructors
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Mass Audubon Staff
Instructions
Please meet in the lobby of the Trailside Museum at the start of the program, located at Blue Hills Trailside Museum, 1904 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186.
Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes, as this program includes an outdoor hike and exploration. This tour and hike will run rain or shine!
We will be taking the Red Dot loop to Eliot Tower, which is a non-paved rocky trail with some steep inclines. You are welcome to stay at Eliot Tower and visit the Observatory, or hike back down to Trailside with our educators.