Girl with binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Girl with binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
3 classes starting Saturday, January 10

A Nature Year at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary: Winter (3 months)

Description

Immerse yourself in a winter of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide, experience the cycle of the seasons at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield. Gain extensive natural history knowledge, form community with like-minded, curious adults, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors.

Throughout the winter, we'll explore wildlife tracking, owls, and trees in winter including maple sugaring.

We will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots.

Second Saturday of each month, January, February, and March, 2026.

  • Sat, January 9, 10:00-noon: Wildlife Tracking
  • Sat, February 13, 7:30-9:30pm: Owls
  • Sat, March 13, 10:00-noon: Trees in Winter and Maple Sugaring

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When
  • Sat, Jan 10, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sat, Feb 14, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Sat, Mar 14, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Who

Adults

Cost
  • Adult Members $54
  • Adult Nonmembers $60

Instructors

  • Maura Genova - Lead Education Coordinator

Instructions

We will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We'll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots.