A Nature Year at Wachusett Meadow: Spring (3 months)
Description
Immerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide, experience the cycle of the seasons at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary. Gain extensive natural history knowledge, form community with like-minded, curious adults, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors.
Throughout the spring we'll search for seasonal wildflowers, visit an active beaver wetland, and learn about dragonflies and damselflies.
Schedule*
*Subject to change in timing or topic, depending on what nature provides.
Third Saturday of each month, April, May, and June 2026.
April 18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Spring Ephemerals
May 16, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Beaver Ecology
June 20, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Dragonflies and Damselflies
When
- Sat, Apr 18, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Sat, May 16, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Sat, Jun 20, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Who
Adults
Cost
- Adult Members $54
- Adult Nonmembers $60
Where
Location: Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, Princeton
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Questions? Contact us:
- 978-464-2712 [email protected]
Instructors
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Cindy Dunn - Sanctuary Manager
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Alison O' Hare - Adult Educator
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Brian David Steinberg
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, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots.