Become a Mass Audubon Member
How to Make the Most of Your Mass Audubon Membership
10 Exciting Benefits You Don’t Want to Miss
Whether you’ve just joined or have been a long-time supporter, it can be easy to forget just how many incredible experiences and perks come with being a Mass Audubon member. Your membership opens the door to a whole world of nature-rich adventures, hands-on learning, and meaningful impact.
Not a member yet? Consider this your inside look at all the ways your support connects you to the wild wonders of Massachusetts—and how to take full advantage of it.
1. Explore More for Free
Year-round admission to 60+ wildlife sanctuaries across Massachusetts.
From windswept beaches to quiet forest trails, your membership gives you year-round access to some of the state’s most beautiful and biodiverse places. Whether you’re hiking, birding, picnicking, or simply enjoying a quiet moment outdoors, you can visit as often as you like—no admission fees required.
2. Learn From the Experts at Member Prices
Members get reduced rates on programs, festivals, and events.
Looking to level up your understanding of the natural world or meet others who share your interests? Join expert-led walks, wildlife workshops, art classes, community events, and more. With member pricing, you’ll save money while making memories.
3. Spend the Night at a Wildlife Sanctuary
Camp overnight at Wellfleet Bay and Ipswich River—only for members!
Want to fall asleep to the sounds of lapping shores or wake up steps from a heron-filled wetland? The hidden gem camping spots on the Cape and North Shore are available only to members, making it a perfect nature getaway. Bonus: At Ipswich River, only members can rent canoes to explore the wildlife-filled watershed, available May-October.
4. Gear Up for Adventure
Enjoy 10% off at the Mass Audubon Shop.
Whether you’re picking up binoculars, a field guide, or a cute kids’ T-shirt with a painted turtle on it, you’ll save on essentials that will prepare you for your next outdoor adventure. Plus, you’ll get access to special sales throughout the year where your discounts go even further. Shop online or in person at Drumlin Farm in Lincoln, Wellfleet Bay in South Wellfleet, Ipswich River in Topsfield, and beyond.
5. Encourage Your Budding Naturalist
Promote healthy development and curiosity at our wildly popular nature camps.
Mass Audubon Nature Camps go beyond your typical summer experience; campers build confidence and foster a lifelong appreciation for the natural world through live animal visits and extended nature play. Available to Mass Audubon members only, summer camp offers an enriching experience families look forward to every year.
6. Back an Organization Making a Difference
Your membership supports climate action, land protection, education, and more.
Mass Audubon members are part of something bigger: a movement to protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and wildlife. Your membership makes the work of our bird conservationists, environmental educators, legislative advocates, and property managers possible. It also opens you up to more opportunities to get involved and take action.
7. Read, Reflect, and Get Inspired Every Season
Enjoy the Explore member newsletter, delivered quarterly.
Hold conservation success stories, stunning wildlife photography, and seasonal nature tips right in your hands. This mailed print piece is just one more way to stay connected and celebrate what you make possible.
8. Show Off Your Support
Display your Mass Audubon member decal with pride.
This silhouetted Tern in a triangle is more than just a sticker: it’s a symbol of your commitment to nature. The triangle’s three points stand for conservation, education, and advocacy—our united approach to protecting the birds and wildlife at the heart of our mission. Display it in your car’s back window to show your support and spread the word.
9. Experience Nature Beyond Massachusetts
Go beyond your backyard with overnight trips near and far.
From weekend birding getaways in New England to once-in-a-lifetime eco-expeditions across the country, our small-group travel programs are open to members who want to experience wildlife and wild places in new ways.
10. Unlock Even More at Higher Membership Levels
Enjoy guest admission, gift memberships, and deeper impact.
Looking to share the experience? Explorer-level members and above get free admission for a guest to bring friends and family along. Protector-level members can gift a free membership to someone special or a family in need. Sponsor-level memberships unlock exclusive expert-led natural history programs. The higher your membership level, the deeper your impact—and the bigger the benefits. Explore upgrading your membership level
Now’s the Perfect Time to Join—for Just $35!
For a limited time, new Individual and Family memberships are only $35. That’s a full year of free access to 60+ wildlife sanctuaries, discounts on programs and at the shop, exclusive members-only perks, and so much more. Answer the call of the wild by becoming a member today!
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