A Nature Year at Wachusett Meadow - Winter Series

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 Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary in Princeton. 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 animal tracks and sign, winter tree identification, and the American Woodcock.

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.

Make the most of your relationship with nature - join today!

Winter 2026 Schedule*

*Subject to change in timing or topic, depending on what nature provides.

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

Usual time will be 10 am-noon, there will be one evening in March.

January 17, 10:00-noon: Tracking and Sign

February 21, 10:00-noon: Winter Trees by Their Bark

March 21, 6 :30-8:30pm: The American Woodcock

Additional educator-Claire Degutis.