Description
If the river, the meadow, the sugar shack, or the Red-tail Hawk could speak, what might they say? Find out during a twilight walk, part of the sanctuary's 75th anniversary celebration. As you travel along the trail, you will be greeted by poets in the landscape, each offering an original persona poem inspired by their visits here.
This immersive experience invites reflection and connection, and volunteer guides will accompany you to offer ecological and historical context between readings. A reception will follow in the barn to continue the conversation, view the work of the poets, and celebrate the sanctuary's stewardship and stories.
Participating Poets:
- Kevin Carey
- M.P Carver
- Catherine Fahey
- January Gill O'Neil
- Kali Lightfoot
- Dawn Paul
- J.D. Scrimgeour
- Elisabeth Weiss Horowitz
- Margaret Young
A Twilight Walk is presented by Colleen Michaels, host of the Improbable Places Poetry Tour and co-sponsored by The Thursday Poets, a collective of professional poets based in Salem, MA. It is also featured in Essex Heritage Trails & Sails. Special thanks to New England Biolabs Foundation, Essex Heritage, and the Hamilton-Wenham Cultural Council for their support of our anniversary celebrations.
When
- Sat, Sep 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Who
Adults & Families - 12 - 17
Cost
- Adult Members Free
- Adult Nonmembers Free
- Child Members Free
- Child Nonmembers Free
Where
Location: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
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Questions? Contact us:
- 978-887-9264 [email protected]
Instructors
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Mass Audubon Staff
Instructions
Meet outside the Visitor Center. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Be prepared to walk with stops for approximately 90 minutes.