Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary - Mass Audubon Farm Programs and Events April–September 2018 1 Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary Programs & Events April 2018—September 2018 Dear

Drumlin Farm Programs and Events April–September 2018 1

Drumlin Farm Wildlife SanctuaryPrograms & Events

April 2018—September 2018

Dear Friends,

I’ve always felt that we New Englanders are blessed to have four distinct seasons that scream out to be noticed, each providing a new lens with which to view the patterns and textures of nature. The same walk from car to house can be unremarkable until a spot of color—a yellow crocus or a red leaf bud—draws our eye and makes us realize that change is upon us.

As the days begin to lengthen and the trees and plants regain their color, I’m reminded of how much the landscape around us shapes our view of the world. Recently, on a family trip to Denver, I asked my sons how the scene outside the car window compared to home. While the cornfields and the occasional small ranch with horses and cattle felt familiar, its context within a flat plain extending to a mountain-filled horizon was jarring to our senses. It was a view that demanded attention as we drove along, without the comfortable sense of knowing what to expect.

With air travel allowing our family to plop down transition-less into a new habitat, it’s no wonder our brains were startled by the Colorado landscape. We realized that, as we talk about plants and animals being native to an area, people too are natives to the landscapes in which they live. For my family, and I suspect many other Massachusetts natives, the visual language of open spaces surrounded by woodland, and our line of sight obscured by towering pines and oaks, is literally how we see the world. That sense of enclosure feels comfortable to me, much as I imagine it must to the mice, rabbits, and foxes that roam the field-forest edges of Drumlin Farm.

With more adaptations at our disposal than wildlife, humans are better able to change what feels native to us over time. But I wonder if the feel of home is forever connected to the views we took in as a child; to the landscape that surrounded us during pivotal moments of our lives. If I moved to the southwest desert, would looking at a cactus eventually feel as natural to me as how my eyes skip over the details of the pines outside my office window? Would the rolling sandy plain ever feel more like home than the scrub-edged vista of Drumlin’s Boyce Field? Neither is intrinsically better, but only one is my native habitat. The forests, fields, and wetlands of Drumlin Farm are special to me for this very reason, making it feel all the more important to protect and preserve that landscape, for people and for the wildlife that depend on it.

As you go through the seasons building memories—both conscious and unconscious—of what’s part of your internal landscape, I invite you to find a special place at Drumlin Farm that can become part of your native habitat.

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR SPRING | SUMMER 2018

2 Plan Your Visit

3 Audubon Shop & Drumlin Wish List

4 Special Events

Vacation Week Programs • Ages 4–12

6 April Vacation Week

Family Programs • Ages 2–12

8 Adult/Child Pair Series

9 Family Series

10 Family Single Sessions

14 Chickadee Birders

15 Homeschool Offerings

Youth Programs • Ages 4–12

15 Youth Series

16 Camp Day

Teen Programs • Ages 13–17

17 Teen Stewardship Leaders

Spring Wildlife Caretakers

18 Peregrine Birders

Adult Programs

19 Birding

22 Weekend & Out-of-State Birding

24 Natural History & Know Your Food

Additional Programs

28 Drumlin Farm Camp

29 Drumlin Farm Community Preschool

30 School & Group Programs

31 Accessible Programs (LEAF)

32 Birthday Parties

Volunteer Opportunities

33 Landscapes for Learning Campaign Update

34 Spring & Summer CSA

35 Calendar of Events

37 General information

As the days begin to lengthen and the trees and plants regain their color, I’m reminded of how much the landscape around us shapes our view of the world. “

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Renata Pomponi, Sanctuary Director

2 Register online: massaudubon.org/drumlinprograms Drumlin Farm Programs and Events April–September 2018 3

All AbOUt birDS!Saturday, April 710 am–4 pm

Birds are fascinating animals. Meet live birds such as a duck, raptor or songbird, enjoy a bird banding demonstration, and get an up-close look at feathers and eggs. Create a unique bird craft to bring home.

FAll HArVeSt CelebrAtiONSaturday, September 1510 am–4 pm

Back by popular demand, it’s harvest time! Let’s enjoy all of the hard work our crops team has done through the spring and summer. Watch cooking demonstrations, enjoy tastings, help make herb butter, explore the garden, and have an up-close encounter with some of the animals that love to visit the garden.

StrAWberrY DAYSaturday, June 1610 am–4 pmPick your own: 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Join us for one of our earliest crops, strawberries! Meet some berry-loving wildlife and, if weather permits, pick your own strawberries to take home. While supplies last; admission free; strawberries priced by volume.

Discovery DaysExplore seasonal happenings during one of our Discovery Days at the farm!

All activities are free with the price of admission. Detailed schedules are available online closer to the event date.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Daily Drop-in Activitiestuesdays–Fridays: 10 am, 11:30 am

Saturdays & Sundays: 10 am, 11:30 am, 2:30 pm

Discover a different part of Drumlin Farm with our free daily drop-in activities. Watch our farmer milk the cow, meet one of our resident birds, and more!

All daily drop-in activities are free with admission. Check our schedule board when you arrive for a list of the day’s activities

or call us after 9 am at 781-259-2200.

Plan Your VisitWalk the Forest Discovery Trail for a beautiful and informative hike in our woods.

Explore the accessible Sensory Trail that starts at the parking lot and takes visitors around Ice Pond. Visit the Wildlife Blind by the Deer Pen to see our summer resident birds.

Try a scavenger hunt and receive a prize for finishing or check out one of our beehives!

AUDUBON SHOP AT DRUMLIN FARM • DRUMLIN FARM WISH LIST

SpriNG biNOCUlAr & SpOttiNG SCOpe SAle • march 30–April 8Fantastic discounts for members and excellent customer service! Let us help you find the right gear for you.

Audubon Shop at Drumlin Farmtuesday–Sunday • 10 am–5 pm • Open monday Holidays

shop.massaudubon.org / 781-259-2214

eDUCAtiONAl prOGrAmS• Garden gloves (child or adult size)• Mason jars• Potting soil & mulch• Child-sized wheelbarrows• Outdoor thermometers• Electronic rain gauge• Pots and pans• Snowshoes (adult/child size)• Hula hoops & jump ropes• Kids’ cookbooks by Mollie Katzan• Adult sized farm/nature themes costumes• Laser range finder• Clean plastic infant toys

VOlUNteeriNG• Hand pruners

WilDliFe CAre• Large mouse/rat cages• Plastic reptile/small animal cages• Dog/cat carriers with metal doors

liVeStOCK & CrOpS prOGrAmS• Wheelbarrows• Large dog carriers/crates with metal doors

ViSitOr SerViCeS• Child-sized folding wheelchairs• Folding strollers• Wooden picnic tables

mAiNteNANCe• Golf cart, in good running condition• Pickup truck, in good running condition

Drumlin Farm Wish ListIt takes a lot to keep our programs strong! Do you have any of the items listed

below in good, working condition? If so, we’d be so grateful if you would consider giving them to Drumlin Farm.

To schedule a dropoff, contact Operations Manager Carrie Flood: [email protected] | 781-259-2202

AUtHOr tAlK & bOOK SiGNiNG: ThE gUiDE TO WALDEn POnD bY rObert tHOrSON • thursday, April 26 | 6:30–8:15 pmWalden Pond, located just a few minutes from Drumlin, is noted for the beautiful scenery and healthy habitats that inspired famous naturalist Henry David Thoreau. Robert Thorson is a professor at the University of Connecticut, an award-winning author, scientist, journalist, and an expert tour guide for Thoreau’s Concord. Join us for this reading, Q&A session, and book signing in the Nature Center.

bOOK SiGNiNG: DO DOODLEBUgS DOODLE? AmAzing inSECT FACTS bY COriNNe DemAS & ArtemiS rOeHriG • Saturday, may 5 | 10:30–11:30 amA fun and engaging book about insects, sure to make kids laugh, join us for this signing in the Audubon Shop.


Special Events • Summer

pANCAKe breAKFAStSaturday & Sunday, March 10 & 119 am–1 pm*$15 members, $17 nonmembers(Children under age 2: Free)

Enjoy a hearty farmer’s breakfast of pancakes with maple syrup, featuring Drumlin Farm sausage and potatoes! Learn about Native American sap-to-syrup techniques. See how we collect sap from our sugar bush and turn it into syrup.

* Seatings every half hour from 9 am–12:30 pm. Advance purchase only.

mOON OVer DrUmliNSaturday, September 226:30–9:30 pm

At our annual farm-to-table gala, you will have the opportunity to support the mission of Mass Audubon and Drumlin Farm, while enjoying fabulous tastings featuring our meat and produce from some of the area’s finest restaurants. Join friends and family at this festive event, and raise your paddle high during the live auction to raise the funds that make Drumlin Farm’s work possible.

Contact Polly Reeve for pricing and more information: [email protected] | 781-259-2239.

WOOlApAlOOZASaturday, March 2410:00 am–4:00 pm$15 members, $17 nonmembers(Children under age 2: Free)

Watch traditional sheep-shearing by hand. Visit our Sheep-to-Sweater interpretive trail to learn about wool washing, carding, spinning, and dyeing. See border collies herd sheep around the field. Meet out newborn lambs. Purchase lunch made from Drumlin Farm meat and vegetables. A spring tradition!

Walk-ins only; advance registration not required.

SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

Special Events • Spring

Photo Credit: Kelly O’Connor

SUmmer mUSiC SerieSSelect Fridays in June, July, August6:00–8:00 pm$10 Adults, $5 Children ages 2–12 (Children under age 2: Free)

Join us this summer for an evening of music and fun on the farm. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn while you soak in the sounds! Each month will feature a different local artist. We’ll have farm fresh snacks, baked goods, and non-alcoholic beverages for sale to round out your picnic dinner.

Pregistration not required. Prices are per session. Visit our website for dates.

Photo Credit: Bonnie Baker


APRIL VACATION WEEK • FOUR-DAY PROGRAMS

pAtHFiNDerS • Age 4–Kindergarten Half DayExplore the farmyard and wild places of Drumlin Farm each morning. Help prepare the garden and search for emerging creatures and buds. Meet some of our resident wildlife, lend a hand with farm chores, and enjoy some tasty snacks!

trACKerS • Kindergarten–Grade 1Full DayEnjoy full days of making tracks around the farmyard, fields and forests of Drumlin Farm. You’ll participate in daily farm chores, discover animal habitats, have story time, and enjoy a farm snack. You’ll also meet some of Drumlin Farm’s resident wildlife. Please note: pricing for this session differs: $375 members; $450 nonmembers

eXplOrerS • Grades 2–3Full DayUncover nature’s mysteries as you explore our ponds, meet local wildlife, and work with farm animals. Hike up the drumlin to enjoy the beginning of spring. Groom a pony, pet a sheep, and make a nature craft to bring home!

NAtUrAliStS • Grades 4–5Full DayBecome a local naturalist as you discover the plants and animals that inhabit Drumlin Farm. Work with wool, identify critters you find in the pond, and practice orienteering! Farm chores will also be an exciting a part of each day.

FArmHANDS • Grades 6–8Full DayLearn about Drumlin Farm’s wild and domestic animals, and gain animal care experience from our wildlfe care and livestock staff. Help out with advanced chores both on the farm and with our captive native wildlife. Discover what goes into feeding and caring for animals large and small.

eXteNDeD DAY • Kindergarten–Grade 8Wind down after a busy day with an afternoon of nature crafts, farm chores, and quiet-time activities. A snack will be provided. Available as an add-on for Four-Day Program particiants only. You may attend one or multiple days.

April Vacation Week • Four-Day ProgramsApril 17–20, 2018

Half Day: 8:30 am–12 pm • $210 members, $240 nonmembersFull Day: 8:30 am–3 pm • $355 members, $426 nonmembers

extended Day: 3–6 pm • $27 members, $32 nonmembers (per day)

Make friends and explore the forest, fields, and farm during school vacation week!

For more information, contact the Drumlin Farm Camp Office: [email protected] | 781-259-2244

April Vacation Week • Single-Day ProgramsApril 16–20, 2018

Ages 4–9 • 9 am–1 pm • $55 members, $65 nonmembers (per day)

Turn out-of-school time into out-of-doors time during school vacation week!Sign up by the day. Participants will be grouped by age.

Please note: Advance registration is required for all single-day programs.

For more information, contact the Drumlin Farm Camp Office: [email protected] | 781-259-2244

FArmerS • monday, April 16Prepare to get busy on the farmyard! Each group will have a project, whether it’s checking the chickens for freshly laid eggs, feeding the sheep and visiting their new lambs, grooming the pony and mucking his stall, or planting seeds and turning compost in the garden. Explore the other barns to meet the animals, and enjoy a fresh farm treat!

pOND ON • Wednesday, April 18Explore our ponds and vernal pools in search of life! Keep your eyes peeled for turtle and salamander eggs, discover what insects start their lives underwater, and search the vernal pool for the rare and wondrous fairy shrimp. Learn why ponds are such an important part of our farm ecosystem and meet a local predator.

GArDeN pArtY • thursday, April 19Let’s get this garden started! Learn about the growing practices at Drumlin Farm and help plant in the garden and the fields. Discover how plants grow from seeds and why pollinators are a farmer’s best friend. Bring something home to plant in a garden of your own.

iNtO tHe WOODS • Friday, April 20Head into the woods to search for signs of spring! Roll logs looking for salamanders, keep an eye out for signs of deer, and discover what woodland flowers are already in bloom. Meet a resident of the forest up-close. What life is stirring in the woods?

SUrViViNG SpriNG • tuesday, April 17As the season turns from winter to spring, wildlife face new challenges to survive. From hungry hibernators to hopeful parents, learn how the animals of Drumlin Farm’s habitats spring into action once the weather gets warmer. Search for signs of animals and meet one of our captive wildlife.

APRIL VACATION WEEK • SINGLE-DAY PROGRAMS


Family Programs • SeriesAges 2–6

Connect to the natural world with our immersive series programs as we explore the farm, fields, forests, and wetlands of Drumlin Farm.

Family series programs are designed for one or more adults with one to three children per adult. Program fees are per series, per participant, both adult and child. Younger siblings are welcome. Backpack babies are welcome free of charge; please mention these participants when registering. The fee for children between the ages of 12 and 17 months is half the

regular participant fee. Advance registration is required.

FAmilY eXplOrAtiONS • Ages 2–610–11:30 am | $84 members, $100 nonmembers

Let’s go exploring! Which animals are having their babies? Do the sheep like their new haircuts? Find out as we meet different animals—both farm and wild —and participate in hands-on outdoor activities. Bring your curiosity and excitement as we explore the farm and sanctuary. Please note: no class April 16–20, or may 28.

FAMILY PROGRAMS • SERIES

FArm FAmilY • Ages 2–63:30–5 pm | $84 members, $100 nonmembers

Spring has sprung! Explore the farm while you help the farmer with chores. Milk a cow and feed her the evening hay. Check for eggs in the chicken house and fill up the feeders. We will also spend time in the garden planting seeds, digging for worms, and tasting the first crops of the season. Each week will be a new farm adventure! Please note: no class April 17–20.

OlD mACDrUmliN’S FArm • Ages 2–611 am–12 pm | $60 members, $72 nonmembers

What sound does a lamb make? Where do the hens hide their eggs? What’s coming up in the garden? Sing along with us as we explore the farm. Themes include: Baa Baa Black Sheep, Trot Trot to Drumlin, the Chicken Dance, and many more! Please note: no class April 19 and 20.

SUmmer SeeKerS • Ages 2–63:30–5 pm | $60 members, $72 nonmembers

What is happening on the farm in the summer season? Do sheep get hot in their woolly coats? What can we nibble on in the garden? We’ll find out by doing chores on the farm! We’ll also wander in the forest to see what we can find. Every week we’ll explore the delights of summer on adventures filled with hands-on discovery.

Series 1 April 2–June 4 Mondays

Series 2 April 4–May 30 Wednesdays

Series 3 April 6–June 1 Fridays

Series 1 April 3–May 29 Tuesdays


Series 3 April 5–May 31 Thursdays




Series 1 July 10–31 Tuesdays

Series 2 July 11–August 1 Wednesdays

pOlliWOGS & FrOGS • Age 29:30–10:30 am | $60 members, $72 nonmembers

Listen for spring music in the trees and peek in a pond to see if the polliwogs have hatched. Dig in the garden and plant some seeds. Check under a fluffy hen for an egg and feel the soft wool of the sheep. Each week will bring a special adventure to share and talk about all week long! Please note: no class April 17–20.





FAMILY PROGRAMS • ADULT/CHILD PAIR SERIES

Family Programs • Adult/Child Pair SeriesAges 2–6

Learn together in the great outdoors! Our teacher-naturalists will guide you in seasonal hands-on activities, farm chores, and wildlife discoveries.

Adult/child pair series are designed for one child and one accompanying adult. Programs cannot accommodate backpack babies or more than one child per adult. Prices are per participant (adult and child) per session. Advance registration is

required.

COOKiNG tOGetHer • Ages 3–5tuesdays, April 3–may 29 | 10–11:30 am $92 members, $110 nonmembers

Ready, set, cook! We’ll harvest ripe vegetables from the garden, collect eggs from our chickens, and cook up tasty treats together. Learn basic kitchen skills, like chopping, mixing, and baking, and introduce lifelong healthy eating habits as we make and taste a new recipe each week. Please note: no class April 17.

NAtUrAl WONDerS • Ages 2–611 am–12 pm | $60 members, $72 nonmembers

Spring is here! Listen for birds back from their winter adventures. Plant a seed in the garden and watch it grow. Check out the sheep’s spring haircuts. Are the pigs digging in the dirt? Are the turtles out at the pond? Visit with native wildlife, do some farm chores, and explore some new nooks and crannies around the sanctuary. Please note: no class April 17 or 18.




bAA bAA bAbY • Ages 2–8tuesday, April 3 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersIt’s lambing time at Drumlin Farm! We’ll help the farmer take care of the sheep and visit with the newest baa-baa babies. Can you sing them a lulla-baa?

FrOG priNCe • Ages 2–8Wednesday, April 11 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersJoin us as we tell the tale of the Frog Prince and search ponds and pools for amphibian royalty. We’ll sing songs of the court as we search for His Royal Hopness. We might even encounter Sir Salamander!

• FArm FAVOrite • CHiCKeNS & tHe FOX • Ages 2–8thursday, April 12 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersCan they ever be friends? We’ll visit the chickens and bring a present from them to the fox. Could this be the start of a long friendship or just fowl play?

FrOGGY NiGHt WAlK • Ages 5–12Friday, April 6 | 7–8:30 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersSpring is the time for the evening froggy chorus. Who makes that peep-peep-peep? Who has that banjo twang? We’ll take a stroll listening and looking for these night-time singers.

FAMILY PROGRAMS • SINGLE SESSIONS

bUtter mY breAD • Ages 2–8Friday, April 6 | 3:30–5 pm$13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersWhat could be more delicious than fresh bread and butter? We’ll grind grains, mix dough, shape a loaf, and put it in the oven to bake. Then we’ll visit the cow and make butter to spread on our warm bread.

WHere’S tHe milK? • Ages 3–8tuesday, April 24 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersLend a hand with afternoon chores in the barn. We will feed the cows their evening hay, and then try our hands at milking. After all our hard work, we will enjoy our own dairy treat.

tHe priNCeSS AND tHe peAS • Ages 2–8Friday, April 27 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWe will learn of the pea’s plentiful powers while acting out the story of The Princess and the Pea. Then we’ll create a royal bed in the garden filled with peas and other impressive plants. Each prince or princess will plant a personal pot of peas to take home to their palace.

i’m A little tADpOle • Ages 2–8Wednesday, may 2 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersI’m a little tadpole, soon to be a frog. I’ll jump from the water and sit on a log! Spring is the time for frogs (and salamanders) to lay eggs. Meet some frogs, listen to their songs, and check for babies in the pond.

tUrtle time • Ages 2–8thursday April 26 | 10–11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWe’ll meet several of New England’s turtles and learn about their habits and habitats. Would you like to wear your bed on your back? Let’s explore where they live in the ponds, forests, and fields.

mArCH iNtO SpriNG miNi SerieS • AGeS 3–6The days are getting longer—let’s go back in time and discover what life was like on a New England farm 200 years ago! What chores would we do and what games would we play? Participants can attend as many sessions as they would like. Prices are per session.

SUGAr & SYrUpFriday, march 9 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersHelp with the first harvest of the year and discover how the people of long ago learned what sweet treat could be made from maple water.

CHiCKeN CHOreS & mOreFriday, march 16 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWe’ll take care of chickens and check for eggs. Long ago, finding an egg was cause for a celebration!

WHY WOOl?Friday, march 23 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersIt’s nearly shearing time—let’s help the farmer with the flock. We’ll learn how wool goes from sheep to sweater and create yarn or felt to take home.

breAD & bUNNieS • Ages 2–8thursday, march 22 | 10–11:30 am $13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersHop to the kitchen for hare-raising fun! We’ll visit our rabbit on the farmyard, then head into the kitchen to bake bunny’s favorite treat: carrot bread! Younger siblings welcome. Please note: no backpack babies.


Family Programs • Single SessionsAges 2–12

Meet farm animals, help with farm chores, and explore our forests and fields!

These programs are designed for one or more adults with one to three children per adult. Prices are per participant, per program, both adult and child. Younger siblings are welcome. Backpack babies are welcome free of charge, except where

noted; please mention these participants when registering. The fee for children ages 12 to 17 months is half the regular fee. Registration required.

mAple mAGiC • Ages 2–12Friday, march 2 | 3:30–5 pm $12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersIt’s maple sugaring time! Visit the maple grove to check out the taps and taste sap. Learn about how we’ve made maple syrup from past to present and delight your taste buds with a sweet maple treat.

eGG-CitemeNt • Ages 2–10Friday, march 30 | 10–11:30 am or 3:30–5 pm$13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersCelebrate spring’s arrival with an egg fest! We will take care of the chickens, examine eggs, and use natural ingredients to dye an egg to take home. We will also create bird nest helpers!

Sip SOme SAp • Ages 3–12thursday, march 8 | 10–11:30 am $12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersListen to a story about maple sugaring and take a walk to our sugar bush. We’ll visit our evaporator to see how sap is turned into syrup and enjoy a tasty maple treat!

mAple mOO • Ages 3–8 tuesday, march 6 | 3:30–5 pm $12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersMilk the cow, then check to see if sap is running! What happens when maple meets milk? A maple-moo mix-up might be delicious! Please note: no backpack babies.

St. pADDY’S pArtY • Ages 2–8thursday, march 15 | 10–11:30 am$13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersHave you ever found a lucky four-leaf clover? We’ll plant shamrocks, greet a snake, and enjoy delicious boxty—a traditional Irish potato treat. We might even dance a jig! Please note: no backpack babies.

AFterNOON CHOreS & mOre • Ages 4–12Saturdays, march 17; April 7; may 12; June 9; September 8 | 3:30–5 pm $12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersIt’s chore time! What must be done to settle the livestock in for the night? We will feed chickens and collect eggs, then bring hay to the sheep, goats, and cows. After finishing, we’ll treat ourselves to a farm snack.

Middle Photo Credit: Patrick Rogers


• FArm FAVOrite •FAirieS & FireFlieS • Ages 4–12Friday, June 22 | 8–9:30 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersAround the longest day of the year, tradition says the fairies dance and make mischief under their fairy hills. Join us and hear stories of fairy antics, make a special herbal charm for protection, and explore the sanctuary for signs of fairies. Search for fireflies dancing in the meadow grasses.

HOp, SlitHer, & SliDe • Ages 2–8Wednesday, June 13 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersThe reptiles and amphibians are out and about! We’ll poke around in the ponds and peek under logs and rocks as we search for turtles, toads, and salamanders. If we’re lucky we might wake a snake!

HONeY bUNNY • Ages 2–8thursday, June 14 | 10 –11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersDid you know that one plant can help the bees make honey and provide yummy salads for rabbits? Meet a bunny and taste honey as we explore the wonders of clover. You will also plant a little magic to take home.

FlUtter bY bUtterFlY • Ages 2–8Wednesday, June 27 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWhat’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How do their babies grow? We will search for eggs, larvae, chrysalises, and cocoons in our gardens and fields.

QUeeN bee • Ages 2–8tuesday, June 5 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWho is the mother of the hive? Buzz on in and learn about the queen bee and her court. We will do a royal dance and plant flowers for her ladies-in-waiting. Then we can enjoy a honey snack, courtesy of the queen.


bArNYArD briCKS • Ages 4–11Friday, June 15 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersTry a new twist on nature play using LEGO bricks! We’ll warm up with design challenges to spark our creativity, then head outside to gain inspiration from nature. Next, we’ll bring our ideas back into the LEGO Lab to make our own creations.

• FArm FAVOrite •JUSt KiDDiNG • Ages 2–8Friday, June 8 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersIt’s late spring and time for kids to start bouncing around. How high can these baby goats jump? We’ll take care of the does and meet the buck.

mAmmAlS At miDNiGHt • Ages 2–8thursday, June 7 | 10 –11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWhile you are sleeping, some animals are busy! Meet some nocturnal mammals and learn how they are able to move through the night—through sniffing, seeing, and using their ears. We’ll take a daytime walk to explore where they’re active at midnight.

bOOm-CHiCKA-bOOm • Ages 2–8Friday may 18 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWhat happens when you take an egg and keep it warm for 21 days? Peck, peck, peck—you’ve got a chick! We’ll take care of the mamas and the papas, check out the chicks, and have a chicken dance party!

trACtOrS, trUCKS, & tOOlS • Ages 2–8$13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersLet’s search for trucks, tractors, and tools all over the farm and see the important jobs they help us do. What did farmers use before they had machines? We’ll meet a farmer and take a hayride as we get a behind-the-scenes look at these mega machines!

bAbY bUGS • Ages 2–8thursday, may 31 | 10–11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWe’ll go on a bug hunt and search for caterpillars, grasshopper nymphs, dragonfly naiads, and other insect larvae. Discover which bug babies look like their mothers. We may find butterflies, beetles, and crickets!

SpliSH, SplASH • Ages 3–8Friday, June 1 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersMeet our ducks and discover why ponds are such wonderful places to live. We’ll dip our nets in the pond searching for duck delights such as diving beetles, mosquito wrigglers, and maybe even a water tiger. We might spy a turtle basking on a log or even a frog near the shore. It’ll be a wet and wild time!

rAbbit’S SillY SAlAD • Ages 3–8Wednesday, may 30 | 3:30 –5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersSpring is here! Time to enjoy delicious new veggies emerging—they’re not just for rabbits! We’ll harvest fresh garden snacks to make a yummy salad. Meet our resident rabbit and find out what she likes to eat, and then plant your own mini salad garden to take home.


tHiS little piGGY • Ages 2–8thursday, may 24 | 10 –11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersJoin us for a swine of a time with the pigs on the farmyard. How many piglets need the farmer’s care this spring? How quickly will they grow?

HOW NOW, brOWN COW? • Ages 3–8Wednesay, may 16 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersFollow the path from cow to ice cream. We will feed and milk the cows, and then we’ll mix together a delicious custard, add ice, and with some hard work, turn it into ice cream—yum! please note: no backpack babies.

Session 1 May 11 Friday 3:30–5 pm

Session 2 May 17 Thursday 10–11:30 am

Session 3 May 22 Tuesday 3:30–5 pm

FriDAY eVeNiNG HAYriDeS • Ages 2–14Fridays, may 18; June 15; August 17; September 7, 14 | 4–5:30 pm & 6–7:30 pm $16.50 members, $19.50 nonmembersWatch for birds at dusk and evening fireflies as you ride our hay wagon through the meadows. Stop at our campfire for stories, s’mores, and a special night-time visitor. Enjoy the splendid colors in the sky as the sun begins to set.

tHere’S A GOAt iN tHe GArDeN • Ages 2–8tuesday, may 8 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersJoin us as we take care of the goats and act out this funny folk tale. We will plant in the garden and meet the creature that finally got that silly goat out of the garden as we enjoy her sweet honey as a snack.

piGS & pOtAtOeS • Ages 2–8Friday, may 4 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersPigs dig and potatoes grow underground. Will the pigs dig for potatoes? We’ll dig, plant, and pig out! Then we’ll feed the pigs a garden treat.

birDS OF A FeAtHer • Ages 2–8thursday, may 10 | 10 –11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersFlock together and greet the songbirds that are preparing to build nests and raise their families. We’ll meet a couple of feathered friends and create bird nest helpers to take home for the birds in your neighborhood.

SOme bUNNY lOVeS YOU • Ages 2–8thursday, may 3 | 10–11:30 am$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersHop, hop, hop! Have an up-close visit with a Drumlin Farm rabbit and enjoy a snack it would love to eat! We’ll search for rabbit hiding places around the sanctuary and visit the garden to plant a rabbit treat.


Youth Programs • Series Ages 4–12

Join us at the farm for outdoor fun or explore nature on an off-site adventure!

Our Youth Program Series are designed for children ages 4–12, without an adult. Prices are per series, per participant. Please complete the health and contact information form you will receive within your confirmation.

AFterNOON KiDS’ ClUb • Ages 4–6thursdays, April 5–may 31 | 3:30–5 pm$130 members, $155 nonmembersDip a net into the pond to see if the tadpoles have hatched, and search the fields for signs of rabbits. Explore the drumlin and watch for hawks. Feed the chickens, collect eggs, groom the pony, and milk the cow. Each week will be a different adventure. no class 4/19.

bArNYArD bUDDieS • Ages 4–6tuesdays, April 3–may 29 | 3:30–5 pm$130 members, $155 nonmembersWe’ll help the farmer feed the chickens, milk the cow, give the pigs their dinner, and tend to the sheep and goats. Then we’ll plant in the garden and work in Boyce Field. The farmers are looking forward to your help! no class 4/17.

FAMILY PROGRAMS • HOMESCHOOL OFFERINGS / YOUTH PROGRAMS • SERIES

KiDS iN tHe KitCHeN • Ages 6–9tuesdays, April 3–may 29 | 3:30–5 pm$135 members, $150 nonmembers Let’s get cooking! Harvest vegetables from the garden and collect eggs from our chickens to create fresh, delicious dishes you’ll love. Try new foods and learn lifelong cooking skills as we master knife skills, baking, roasting, and, of course, tasting. Take home a new recipe each week to share with your family. no class 4/17.

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FAMILY PROGRAMS • SINGLE SESSIONS / CHICKADEE BIRDERS

Family Programs • Chickadee BirdersAges 7–11

We will introduce children to the basics of birding, birdlife, and seasonal migration through talks, activities, and walks around the sanctuary. Birding is a lifelong skill that

can lead to greater interest in the outdoors and the environment as a whole.For more information, contact Becky Gilles: [email protected] | 781-259-2223

SKY DANCe OF tHe AmeriCAN WOODCOCKSaturday, march 17 | 6:30–8:30 pm$13 members, $16 nonmembersJoin us for an evening hike to view the most unusual and interesting courtship ritual. This spectacle takes place in the fields and shrubby wetlands at twilight, and Drumlin Farm is a great place to view it.

FeAtHerS & NeStSSunday, April 8 | 1–3 pm$13 members, $16 nonmembersBird feathers and nests can be light, flexible, strong, and colorful. Learn the secrets of feather biology and how birds build amazing nests. Can you build a strong nest too?

• birD-A-tHON FUNDrAiSer •HUmmiNGbirD HAbitAtSunday, may 6 | 1–3 pm$13 members, $16 nonmembersBring the birds to your yard! Learn what plants you should plant in your yard to attract Hummingbirds. Help us with our bird garden and take home samples you can plant in your own yard.

Family Programs • Homeschool OfferingsAges 5–12

Our homeschool programs engage learners in a variety of farm-and nature-based activities and data collection. Experienced teacher-naturalists guide explorations of farm, field,

forest, and wetland habitats. Students set the pace and are encouraged to express their individual creativity. Come for a single session or join a series.

mAple SCieNCe & HiStOrYWednesday, march 7 | 1:30–4:30 pm$25 members, $32 nonmembersLearn about the structure and seasonal adaptations of maple trees as we visit the sugar shack and experimant with sap, syrup and sugar. We’ll venture out to the sugar bush, collect sap, learn about sugaring equipment of today and yesteryear, and enjoy a maple treat.

DrUmliN eXplOrAtiONS: SpriNG ADVeNtUre SerieSWednesdays, April 25–may 30 | 1:30–4:30 pm$180 members, $215 nonmembersVenture to the far corners of the sanctuary to discover unique habitats and look for local wildlife tracks and signs. Help our farmers planting crops and taste what we grow. Whether you’ve visited before, or this is your first time, there’s always something exciting and new!

HAWKS AlOFt • Ages 3–8Friday, September 28 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersWe’ll meet a migrator and hike to the top of the drumlin while searching the skies for soaring hawks and falcons. We’ll also make a flying bird craft to take home.

Apple HONeY HArVeSt • Ages 2–8Friday, September 14 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersVisit the bees and taste delicious honey-and-apple combinations. We’ll share stories and songs, then finish the afternoon with some apple crafts.

piCKle pArtY • Ages 3–8Wednesday, August 15 | 3:30–5 pm$13.50 members, $16.50 nonmembersIt’s time to start pickling! We will harvest, chop, and brine our garden treasures. Are you in the mood to try dilly beans, piccalilli, or chow-chow? We’ll make enough quick pickles so that you can take some home.

DrAGONS & DAmSelS • Ages 2–8Wednesday, August 8 | 3:30–5 pm$12.50 members, $15.50 nonmembersDragonflies and damselflies are in abundance this time of year—have you seen them hiding in the bushes or flying over ponds? We’ll explore ponds, meadows, and fields looking for naiads, skimmers, and bluets.


TEEN PROGRAMS • TEEN STEWARDSHIP LEADERS / SPRING WILDLIFE CARETAKERS

Teen Programs • Teen Stewardship Leaders

Saturdays, February 10; march 3; April 14; may 19 | 1–4 pm$100 members, $120 nonmembers

Lead your community as an environmental steward! Join other teens in team building and leadership activities while doing community service across the property. Each afternoon program has a theme dedicated to one aspect of the stewardship work we do at Drumlin Farm. Participate in ongoing scientific research, complete chores in the fields and barns, teach our visitors, and improve survival and naturalist skills. Hours spent volunteering

can be counted towards service requirements.

Teen Programs • Spring Wildlife Caretakers

Sundays, march 18; April 15; may 20 | 1–3 pm$120 members, $140 nonmembers

Thinking of a career working with wildlife? Join other like-minded teens to learn about wildlife health, animal enrichment, diet requirements, food preparation, and other related

topics. Go behind the scenes and get a close-up experience under the guidance of our wildlife care staff.

Ages 13–17

Ages 14–17

YOUTH PROGRAMS • SERIES / CAMP DAY

FArm AppreNtiCeS • Ages 9–12Fridays, April 6–June 1 | 3:30–5 pm$130 members, $155 nonmembersWhere does our food come from? Connect with your local farm as we explore the links between raising healthy livestock, building rich soil, and eating well. Help feed the goats, collect eggs from the chickens, milk the cow, and tend the garden. Learn homesteading skills such as cooking, cheese making, and wool crafts. no class 4/20.

DrUmliN COOKS • Ages 9–12Wednesdays, April 4–may 30 | 3:30–5 pm$135 members, $150 nonmembersChannel your inner chef as we craft delicious meals with the local ingredients at our fingertips. Harvest vegetables from the garden and collect eggs from our chickens. Experiment with new flavors and hone your culinary skills as we master knife skills, baking, roasting, sautéing, and more. We’ll make and, of course, taste a new recipe each week. no class 4/18.

Camp DayKindergarten–Grade 6

Join Drumlin Farm for a day of camp during the school year! Camp Day includes some of our favorite summer activities such as all-camp gatherings, songs, games, cooking, meeting the animals, and exploring the sanctuary. This is a great way to learn about nature through the

changing seasons of the year.

FArmer’S HelperS • Ages 6–9Fridays, April 6–June 1 | 3:30–5 pm$130 members, $155 nonmembersIt’s time to care for our animals and plant in the garden. Collect eggs in the chicken house, milk the cow, and feed the sheep. We will turn the soil, plant a bed in the garden, and explore the crops in Boyce Field. Lend a hand to the farmers! no class 4/20.

WAlK ON tHe WilD SiDe • Ages 6–9Wednesdays, April 4–may 30 | 4–5 pm$90 members, $110 nonmembersWe’ll explore the Sanctuary from forests, to fields, to wetlands, and perhaps get a glimpse of the creatures that call it home. You’ll participate in amphibian surveys and collect data, monitor the Bluebird Trail, meet a few of our Animal Ambassadors, create better wildlife habitats by building brush piles and planting for pollinators. no class 4/18.

SAtUrDAY, march 17 | 1–4 pm$30 members, $40 nonmembersIt’s lambing season! Join us for an afternoon of spring activities at Drumlin Farm. Meet the new lambs, search for signs of spring, sing songs, play games, and have fun around the campfire with our camp staff.


ADULT PROGRAMS • BIRDING

WOODCOCK WAlK Led by Kathy Seymourtuesday, April 3 | 6–8:30 pm$26 members, $31 nonmembersJoin us on this evening hike up the drumlin to view a most unusual and interesting courtship ritual of American woodcocks. The male’s display is a series of peents, twitters, and chirps as he first prances on the ground and then spirals rapidly upward, circles, and drifts down. This spectacle takes place in fields and shrubby wetlands of Drumlin Farm at twilight.

Adult Programs • BirdingThese programs offer opportunities to see and learn more about local birds, develop

your abilities as a birder, and appreciate the wide variety of bird habitats and species in Massachusetts.

Advance registration required except where noted. Programs are also open to anyone age 14 and older with an adult. Loaner binoculars available, but please bring your own if possible.

birDiNG tHe Upper CApe Led by Kathy SeymourSaturday, march 3 | 7:30 am–5 pm$68 members, $80 nonmembersWe will visit popular birding sites and well-kept secret spots of Nantucket Sound and the Cape Cod Canal for a multitude of wintering species. We’ll explore a variety of habitats - beach, pond, marsh, thicket, etc. - for yellow-breasted chat, orange-crowned warbler, Barrow’s goldeneye, northern shoveler, canvasback, and more.

birDiNG GreAt bAY & tHe NeW HAmpSHire COASt Led by Strickland Wheelock, Dan FournierSunday, march 25 | 7 am–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersExplore an area few Massachusetts birders visit. We’ll start at Great Bay, 5,000 acres of tidal water in New Hampshire, birding the top locations—Sandy Point and Adam’s Point. We’ll follow the coastline to Salisbury, Massachusetts, stopping at vantage points to look for sea ducks, loons, grebes, snow bunting, horned lark, bald eagle, snowy owl, and wintering shorebirds.

Teen Programs • Peregrine BirdersAges 12–17

Develop birding skills, learn birding etiquette, form friendships, increase your environmental awareness, and have a great time with fellow birders.

Transportation from Drumlin Farm is provided for all off-site trips.For more information, contact Becky Gilles: [email protected] | 781-259-2223

miSSiON pOSSibleSaturday, march 3 | 9 am–4 pm$42 members, $48 nonmembersYour mission, should you choose to accept it, is to seek out the unusual. We will search for the rarest birds reported during the week from bird watchers’ sources. You never know where we will end up, but it will be a bird adventure!

birD-A-tHON FUNDrAiSerSaturday, may 12 | 7 am–5 pm$24 members, $28 nonmembersOver the course of 24 hours, birders throughout the state will join together to find as many bird species as possible in a spirited effort to raise money to protect our state’s birds. The Teen Birders will help lead Drumlin Farm to victory as we look to bring home the winning cup! WOODCOCK WAlK

Saturday, April 7 | 5–9 pm$24 members, $28 nonmembersJoin us for an evening hike up the drumlin to view the unusual and interesting courtship ritual of the American woodcock. The male’s display is a series of peents, twitters, and chirps as he first prances on the ground and then spirals rapidly upwards, circles, and drifts down. Bring a packed dinner and enjoy a late night campfire and s’mores.

TEEN PROGRAMS • PEREGRINE BIRDERS

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tHUrSDAY mOrNiNG birD WAlKS Led by Pam Sowizral, Bob Lawson, Kathy Seymour, Carol Jeffreythursdays, April 12–may 31$12 members, $14 nonmembersJoin us as we explore local hot spots in search of late-winter and early-spring birds. Call 781-259-2200, ext. 2473, the Wednesday before each walk for a recorded listing of the exact time and location. most walks last approximately 3 hours. Transportation will be provided from Drumlin Farm. Advance registration not available. Email [email protected] to be added to email list. no program on 4/19.

pay in advance and save!Purchase four Thursday Morning Bird Walk sessions for $40 and attend four dates of your choice. Open to Mass Audubon members. Contact Pam Sowizral for details.



Kettle iSlAND’S HerON HiGHWAY Led by Kathy Seymour, Jane SenderSaturday, June 16 | 4:30–9 pm$45 members, $54 nonmembersKettle Island, off the coast of Manchester-by-the-Sea, is the largest rookery in Massachusetts with hundreds of breeding pairs of egrets, herons and ibis. At Coolidge Reservation we’ll bird our way to Ocean Lawn where we’ll enjoy a picnic dinner while watching hundreds of waders coming in to roost for the evening. Little blue and tricolored herons are possible along with more common species.

WArblerS 101 Led by Kathy Seymourthursday, April 19 | 7–9 pm$21 members, $25 nonmembersMore than 30 warbler species pass through Massachusetts during spring migration, and more than 20 breed here. With bright, cheerful plumage, they are the highlight of spring birding trips. This classs will introduce you to available resources, provide a logical framework for ID, and offer tips on making the most of quick, limited views.

SpriNG miGrAtiON ON tHe NOrtH SHOre Led by Strickland Wheelock, Dan FournierSaturday, April 28 | 7 am–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersWe will visit Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Cherry Hill Reservoir and other migration hotspots on the North Shore to enjoy early spring migration. This is an exciting time of year - wintering water birds are still in the area and are in bright breeding plumage, while warblers, tanagers, grosbeaks and other colorful songbirds are arriving from the south. If any rarities are reported, we will seek them out.

birDiNG mOUNt AUbUrN CemeterY Led by Brooke Stevens, Carol JefferyFriday, may 4 | 7 –10 am$24 members, $29 nonmembersEver since Mt. Auburn was established in 1831, it has been a magnet for migrant species. Every spring, wood warblers stop at this oasis during their migration north. We’ll have the opportunity to look for ovenbird, northern waterthrush, blackpoll, magnolia and bay-breasted warblers, as well as many other spring migrants.


SUNDAY mOrNiNG birDS At DrUmliN FArm Led by Pam SowizralSundays, may 6, 20; June 3 | 8–9:30 am$10 members, $12 nonmembersThe farm has a great variety of habitats and receives a mix of migrants and residents every spring. These walks are ideal for birders of all levels and particularly good for beginning birders who want to learn more about identifying birds. Advance registration not available. Program meets at the admissions window. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them; loaner binoculars are available.

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birD mOUNt AUbUrN FOr tHe birDS Led by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia PinneySaturday, may 5 | 7–11 am$60 members, $72 nonmembersThis is a special opportunity to enjoy our colorful spring migrants while supporting bird conservation and education initiatives at Drumlin Farm. Join us for an exciting morning of birding in the beautiful garden-like setting of Mount Auburn Cemetery, a state listed IBA (Important Bird Area), and be part of our annual Bird-a-thon fundraising event.

miGrAtiON At mArbleHeAD NeCK Led by Kathy Seymour, Carol JefferySunday, may 6 | 7 am–12:30 pm$45 members, $54 nonmembersMarblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary is a small oasis of green on an urban peninsula jutting into the Atlantic. This makes for exciting birding as migrants are concentrated into a small area. We will explore short trails through swamp, thicket and woodland, looking for warblers, vireos, and other songbirds.

breeDiNG birDS OF Upper mill brOOK CONSerVAtiON lAND Led by John Hoye, Audrey McCarthySaturday, may 26 | 7:30–10:30 am$24 members, $29 nonmembersWell maintained trails wind through 115 acres of beautiful and extremely varied deciduous and evergreen woodlands with small ponds, vernal pools and marshy wetlands. We could see wood duck, hooded merganser and other species of ducks, nesting great blue herons, kingfishers, hawks, rails, woodpeckers, warblers and more. Anything is possible in May migration.

HiKiNG AND birDiNG At QUAbbiN Led by Strickland WheelockSaturday, June 2 | 7 am–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersQuabbin hosts a great array of wildlife and habitats. We’ll start with a hike along a stream known for breeding Acadian flycatchers. Many species of warblers and vireos should be actively singing as well. Then, we’ll go to the Federation of Women’s Club section, and other areas with ponds and beaver lodges, that provide homes for hooded merganser, flycatchers, tanagers, and raptors. On the lake, we could find common loon, bald eagle, and swallows. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the peace and serenity of Quabbin.

SOrtiNG OUt tHe SONGbirDS Led by Kathy SeymourThis class focuses on the identification of warblers, thrushes, vireos, flycatchers and other songbirds that brighten our spring. The evening lecture will introduce a simple, logical approach to field identification with a special focus on "must-know" songbirds. The field trip to a productive local hotspot will give us plenty of time to practice new skills.

Lecture (Thursday) April 12 7–9 pm $21 members,

$25 nonmembers

Field Trip (Saturday) April 14 8:30 am–

12:30 pm$37 members, $44 nonmembers

SHOrebirDS & SWAllOWS At SUNSet Led by Kathy SeymourSaturday, August 11 | 2–9:30 pm$58 members, $70 nonmembersTens of thousands of shorebirds stop to feed on Plum Island’s extensive salt marshes on their way to South American wintering grounds, from Arctic breeding grounds. Learn how these birds adapted to marathon migrations and hone your ID skills. We’ll experience the wonder of thousands of swallows swirling in the air before dropping into the marsh to roost for the evening.

SHOrebirDS SimpliFieD Led by Kathy Seymourthursday, August 9 | 7–9 pm$21 members, $25 nonmembersThe similarities among shorebirds make it seemingly impossible to confidently assign IDs. Luckily, there are a number of techniques that make the process easier. We will learn how to recognize common species by their markings to serve as a base for comparison. Then we will focus on using overall patterns in a flock and comparative size, shape, habitat, and behavior to narrow your choices. Recommended: Our Shorebirds and Swallows trip and/or Plum island Shorebirds trip. Stokes Beginner’s guide to Shorebirds is also recommended.

rHODe iSlAND COASt Led by Strickland WheelockSaturday, July 14 | 7 am–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersThe south coast of Rhode Island offers terrific locations for summer birding. At Napatree Point in Watch Hill we will hike the shoreline with many opportunities to observe juvenile and adult terns plus several species of shorebirds and possibly black skimmer. We’ll explore the Quonochontaug marshes for waders, clapper rail,

plUm iSlAND SHOrebirDS Led by Kathy SeymourFriday, August 24 | 9:30 am–4 pm$58 members, $70 nonmembersShorebird migration is in full swing by late August, with both good numbers and a diverse assortment of species. Plum Island and the Newburyport area are graced with extensive mudflats, salt marshes, pond edges, and sandy beaches, which provide essential feeding and roosting areas. We’ll share identification tips and information about the birds’ natural history. Along with the regulars like least sandpipers, black-bellied plovers, and yellowlegs, we have a good chance of spotting stilt and white-rumped sandpipers. Other possibilities include Hudsonian godwit, American golden-plover, and American oystercatcher.

and willow flycatcher. At Ninigret Park we will look for breeding northern bobwhite, red-shouldered hawk, and a variety of other passerines. We’ll visit Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge to search for white-eyed vireo. We’ll track down any rarities and possibly make a quick stop in Jamestown’s Marsh Meadows for little blue heron and ibis.

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birD SONG & HiKiNG At SKiNNerStAte pArK Led by Kathy SeymourSaturday, June 9 | 6:30 am–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersWe will slowly hike to the summit of Mt. Holyoke, with special focus on the bird song surrounding us, doing our best to get a good look as well. Bird species change with both elevation and habitat making this a partifcularly rich birding spot. Possibilities include cerulean, worm-eating, magnolia and black-throated blue warblers, Louisiana waterthrush, yellow-throated vireo, winter wren and indigo bunting.


ADULT PROGRAMS • WEEKEND & OUT-OF-STATE BIRDING

Adult Programs Weekend & Out-of-State Birding

We maintain a low participant-to-leader ratio for all of our overnight programs. Small group sizes allow participants to see more wildlife and receive individualized attention from

experienced instructors.Fees include ground and boat transportation, interpretive materials, entrance fees, and lodging unless otherwise noted.

Fees based on double occupancy rooms; optional single rooms available for a supplemental fee except where noted. These programs are open to everyone ages 18 and older. Full itineraries and registration forms available at massaudubon.org/tours.

For more information contact Kathy Seymour: [email protected] | 781-259-2207

ADULT PROGRAMS • BIRDING / WEEKEND & OUT-OF-STATE BIRDING

WOmeN’S birDiNG iN tHe ADirONDACKS Led by Kathy Seymour, Leslie BostromFriday, June 22–monday, June 25$675 members, $810 nonmembersOn this exciting trip we will immerse ourselves in rich wilderness of the Adirondacks and nearby grasslands seeking out specialty species of the region. High summits get us into the limited breeding range of Bicknell’s thrush. Boreal forest and bogs harbor spruce grouse, boreal chickadee, gray jay, black-backed woodpecker, olive-sided and yellow-

pAiNteD bUNtiNG tO trOpiCbirDS: COAStAl NOrtH CArOliNA Led by Strickland Wheelock, Barrett Lawsonthursday, July 19–monday, July 23$1,350 members, $1,600 nonmembersOn previous trips to eastern North Carolina and the Outer Banks, we’ve seen over 175 species including most of the southern specialties and many rarities. We’ll bird the Croatan National Forest woodlands and Great Dismal Swamp for red-cockaded and red-headed woodpeckers, Bachman’s sparrow, brown-headed nuthatch, Swainson’s, prothonotary, hooded and yellow-throated warblers, summer tanager, Acadian flycatcher and chuck-wills-widow. Along the coast, seaside sparrows nest in marshes and painted bunting and blue grosbeak utilize thickets. Bodie and Pea Islands on the Outer Banks have volumes of shorebirds, waders and terns including black-necked stilt, American avocet, marbled godwit, gull-billed tern, and white ibis. Get excited for an all day boat trip to the Gulf Stream with east coast pelagic expert Brian Patteson looking for black-capped petrel, band-rumped storm-petrel, bridled and sooty terns, Cory’s and Audubon’s shearwaters, and hopefully white-tailed tropicbird or south polar skua.

rHODe iSlAND SHOrebirD ADVeNtUre Led by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy SeymourSaturday, September 8 | 9 am–7 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersHead to Napatree Point and Charlestown Breachway for an amazing day of shorebirding. Napatree Point is a staging area for oystercatchers and large flocks of common, roseate, and Forster’s terns. At the Breachway we’ll wade across a channel to access tidal mudflats for close looks at feeding shorebirds. In addition to many black-bellied plovers, semipalmated and least sandpipers, and dowitchers, possibilities include white-rumped and stilt sandpipers, whimbrel and marbled godwit. Be prepared to get wet above the knee. Changing facilities are available.

NiGHtHAWKS & SWAllOWS Led by Kathy Seymour, Bruce BlackWednesday, September 5 | 5:30–8 pm$24 members, $29 nonmembersIn late summer, nighthawks follow river valleys as they pass through Massachusetts on their way to South America. Open vistas along the Sudbury River at Heard’s Farm Conservation Area and Wash Brook offer perfect vantage points to scan the sky for nighthawks. We’ll explore the marsh, grassland, and orchards for other fall migrants including eastern screech owls.

SOUtHerN iDAHO: mOUNtAiNS, DeSert & tHe NeW CASSiA CrOSSbill Led by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia Pinneythursday, September 20–monday, September 24$1,150 members, $1,380 nonmembersThe Cassia Crossbill—recently split from the Red Crossbill—is the main focus on our southern Idaho trip, though by no means the only highlight. With forests at elevation and sagebrush desert, juniper slopes and agricultural land, we have the opportunity to see most northwest specialty species. Even more, tens of thousands of waterfowl and shorebirds stop at lakes and reservoirs during fall migration. We’ll explore the Albion Mountains and South Hills for the Cassia Crossbill and forest specialties such as red-naped and Williamson’s sapsuckers, Clark’s nutcracker, mountain chickadee, Townsend’s solitaire, Townsend’s warbler, western tanager, black-headed grosbeak, and Cassin’s finch. We’ll look for long-billed curlew, pinyon jay, Woodhouse’s scrub-jay, Say’s phoebe, juniper titmouse, sage thrasher, Virginia’s warbler, Brewer’s, lark and sage sparrows and green-tailed towhee in sagebrush and pinyon habitats. Agricultural lands are utilized by gray partridge, chukar, California quail, burrowing and barn owls, and Swainson’s and ferruginous hawks.

miGrAtiON HOtSpOtS ON tHe AtlANtiC FlYWAY: HAmmONASSet & JAmAiCA bAYLed by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia Pinneymonday, August 20–Wednesday, August 22$525 members, $630 nonmembersThis trip highlights the best of migration on the Atlantic Flyway. We’ll bird Jamaica Bay NWR, Hammonasset SP and other critical stopover sites on the New York and Connecticut coasts. These urban oases host large numbers of shorebirds, wading birds, raptors and songbirds in a small area, making it a birder’s dream. Diverse habitats—coastal mudflat, sandy beach, marsh, pond, bay, field, woods and thicket—attract an amazing variety of birds, some of which can be hard to find in Massachusetts. Highlights are black skimmer, Cory’s shearwater, Caspian and royal terns, little blue heron, yellow-crowned night heron, clapper rail, American golden-plover, whimbrel, oystercatcher, marbled godwit, red knot, peregrine falcon, saltmarsh and seaside sparrows and many more shorebirds, hawks, and warblers.

SOUtH teXAS rAritieS: tHe GUlF COASt & riO GrANDe VAlleY Led by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia Pinneyearly February 2019, 8 days$tbD members, $tbD nonmembersThe Rio Grande Valley and the southern Texas Gulf Coast are located at the confluence of two main migratory flyways and at the boundary of four major climatic zones. With a large variety of habitats, this produces innumerable opportunities for spectacular birding. During this trip, we will visit barrier beaches, sheltered bays, marshes, rangelands, coastal prairie, thickets, subtropical woodlands, native palm groves, desert scrub, lakes, and riparian forests at some of the best winter birding locations in the US - Aransas, Laguna Atascosa, Sabal Palm Grove Sanctuary, and Santa Ana. Target birds include the endangered whooping crane, least grebe, white-tailed, gray and zone-tailed hawks, plain chachalaca, white-tipped dove, common pauraque, buff-bellied hummingbird, ringed and green kingfishers, great kiskadee, green jay, Altimira oriole and so much more. Texas specialties, large numbers of resident and wintering birds, and spectacular scenery make the Gulf Coast and the lower Rio Grande River Valley an incredible place to visit!

bellied flycatchers, Philadelphia vireo, many species of warbler - blackpoll, blackburnian, bay-breasted, Tennessee, Cape May, etc., and Lincoln’s sparrow. We will look for rails, black and Caspian terns, pied-billed grebe, and other waterfowl in the many lakes, swamps and marshes of the region. Agricultural areas and extensive grasslands west of the Adirondacks provide habitat for grasshopper and clay-colored sparrows, horned lark, golden-winged warbler and possibly Henslow’s sparrow. What can be better than summer in the mountains, especially with such great birding!


ADULT PROGRAMS • NATURAL HISTORY & KNOW YOUR FOOD

KNit-A-lONG WitH DrUmliN YArN Led by Marianne NeumanSaturdays, April 7, 21 | 2–4 pm$36 members, $43 nonmembersCreate your own hat or scarf project made with our Drumlin Farm yarn. Spend time with fellow knitters and get help, tips, and instruction as needed while you work. We will visit the sheep that produce the wool for our yarn, and learn about the journey ‘‘from sheep to shawl’’. An understanding of knitting basics is recommended but all skill levels are welcome. Patterns will be provided. Yarn and needles will be available for purchase and a materials list will be provided before the first class.

ADULT PROGRAMS • WEEKEND & OUT OF STATE BIRDING / NATURAL HISTORY & KNOW YOUR FOOD

Simple CHeeSe mAKiNG Led by Tia Pinney, Robin StuartSaturday, march 31 | 1–5 pm$68 members, $82 nonmembersSample homemade cheeses while learning the skills you need to make your own cheese at home! During this workshop, we will make and sample yogurt cheeses, paneer, ricotta, and mozzarella. You will leave with samples, recipes, resources, and the confidence you need to pursue cheese making on your own.

Adult Programs Natural History & Know Your Food

Our Know Your Food and Natural History programs offer the opportunity to engage with our natural world through hands-on and inquiry-based classes, walks, and workshops under the

guidance of teacher-naturalists and local food artisans.All programs are suitable for adults and children ages 14 and older with an adult.

bACKYArD CHiCKeNS Led by Caroline Malone, Tia PinneySaturday, march 3 | 1:30–4:30 pm$32 members, $38 nonmembersWe’ll cover breeds of chickens, housing and feeding needs, egg production, and more. We’ll work with the chickens for hands-on experience and cover feeding, checking for egg laying, and any other chicken questions that come up. Chickens are easy to raise, provide eggs and meat, add nutrients to your compost pile, work your garden soil, and help control insect pests.

SAUSAGe mAKiNG & beer tAStiNG WitH JACK’S AbbY Led by Ben Groppe (The Honey Paw), Jack’s Abby BreweryFriday, march 2 | 6–9 pm$50 members, $60 nonmembersJoin Chef Ben Groppe, of The Honey Paw (Portland, ME), and Jack’s Abby Brewery (Framingham, MA) at the farm for the best pairing around: sausage and beer! In this workshop, you’ll learn the secrets to making delicious sausage using Drumlin Farm-raised meat. We’ll enjoy our creations along with seasonal eats and a select pairing of Aeronaut Brewing Co. beer. Ages 21+ only.

NAtUrAliSt WAlK Led by Tia PinneySaturdays, march 17; April 14; may 12; June 16; July 14; August 11 | 1–3:30 pm$12 members, $14 nonmembers, per classAre you interested in the natural world around you? Would you like to notice more when you are outside? These excursions will focus on observing, exploring and appreciating the world around us. We’ll cover habitats across the sanctuary from wetlands to uplands as we look for amphibians, reptiles, mammals, flowering plants, trees, shrubs, lichens, fungi, insects, and birds. We’ll follow the seasonal changes as the year progresses. Each walk will focus on one particular area or habitat as we build our understanding of ecological communities and our mutual interdependence. Preregistration is not available.


SOUtHerN AriZONA: OWlS, HUmmerS, HAWKS & mOre Led by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia Pinneylate April 2019, 8 days$tbD members, $tbD nonmembersOn our trip to southeastern Arizona we’ll explore forested mountains, dry creek canyons, lush riparian sites, and arid scrub desert. Magnificent scenery combined with birds found nowhere else in the country make this an unforgettable trip.

NANtUCKet birDiNG WeeKeNDLed by Strickland Wheelock, Kathy Seymour, Tia Pinneymid-march 2019, 3 days$tbD members, $tbD nonmembersNantucket in the late winter is a charming town, as well as a birding delight. We’ll begin our trip on the Upper Cape and take a ferry to the island where we’ll spend the weekend exploring all of its nooks and crannies. In the past, we’ve seen over 130 species of birds on this trip. The variety of birds and off-season beauty will keep drawing you back to this magnificent island.

AGeD CHeeSe mAKiNG Led by Tia Pinney, Robin StuartSaturday, April 28 | 12–4 pm$75 members, $90 nonmembersIn this workshop we will explore methods of creating aged cheeses. We will learn about beneficial bacteria, curing for aged cheeses, creating a cheese cave, and building a cheese press. Join us for this continuation in the adventure of cheese making! Highly recommended: Simple Cheese Making or previous similar experience.


beeKeepiNG FOr beGiNNerS Led by Mel Gaddtuesdays, February 27; march 6; march 13; march 20; march 27 | 7–9 pm $100 members, $120 nonmembersThis 5-session class provides an overview of backyard beekeeping and will cover everything you need to get started in this fascinating and productive hobby. Topics include bee biology, basics of beekeeping, locating hives, and acquiring bees. We will cover all aspects of starting hives and hive management. Whether you are just interested in knowing more about bees and beekeeping or you’d like to harvest your own honey by the fall, this is the class for you.

iNtermeDiAte beeKeepiNG Led by Mel Gadd$100 members, $120 nonmembersAre you a beekeeper who would like to explore different management options, improve your colonies, get help with your trickiest problems, and/or engage with other like-minded beekeepers? This course is for beekeepers who want to expand their knowledge and get past feeling like a beginner year after year. We will cover swarm management, splits, overwintering hives, pest and disease treatment and prevention, and other tricks of the trade. You’ll be able to identify your colony’s needs, have the skills to meet those needs, and develop a sustainable apiary. This course is for beekeepers who have completed an introductory beekeeping course, have a basic understanding of bee biology and management, and have maintained a hive for at least a season. The course is 3 evening lecture and discussion sessions and 2 field sessions working with Drumlin Farm hives. Participants need to bring their own veils and protective clothing for the field sessions.

Evening Sessions (Tuesdays)

April 24, May 1, May 8 7–9 pm

Field Sessions (Saturdays) May 5, May 12 11 am–1 pm



iNSeCtS FOr beGiNNerS Led by Linda GraetzSunday, July 8 | 1–3:30 pm$26 members, $31 nonmembersWith more than a million species on earth, insects are capturing our attention in a positive way! We now know even more about how essential insects are to having a healthy, sustainable environment. We’ll discuss six common insects and their unique characteristics. Then, we’ll walk around the sanctuary and discuss tips on how and where to find and observe insects.


meAD-mAKiNG WOrKSHOp Led by Mel GaddSunday, July 15 | 1–4 pm$50 members, $60 nonmembersStraight from hive to bottle! Learn how to make mead, an ancient wine made from honey, in this hands-on workshop with Drumlin Farm Beekeeper Mel Gadd. We’ll cover the history of this fascinating beverage, ingredient selection, and the steps to creating delicious mead. Taste a variety of honeys and meads, and leave with your own bottle of mead to take home. Ages 21+ only.

FermeNtAtiON 101 Led by Emma ScudderFriday, July 20 | 7–9 pm$32 members, $38 nonmembersWe’ll explore more than just your basic cucumber pickle —cauliflower, sweet pepper, eggplant, and even watermelon also take to a salty brine! Learn the basics of lacto-fermentation pickling as we make our own pickles and sample a variety of Drumlin Farm pickled produce. Participants will take home their own fermentation project.

FlOWer ArrANGiNG Led by Laura Jean Pecci (www.ljfloral.com)tuesday, July 24 | 6–9 pm$60 members, $72 nonmembersLearn to create showstopping floral arrangements in this hands-on workshop with Laura Jean Pecci of LJ Floral. Harvest fresh flowers from our fields, and create your own unique bouquet to take home. Light refreshments will be provided.

JAmS & preSerVeS Led by Robin Stuart, Tia PinneySaturday, September 22 | 1–4 pm$42 members, $50 nonmembersFresh jams and preserves are an easy way to enjoy local produce in any season. With a few simple methods, you can make a variety of jellies and jams and preserve them through canning. This is a delicious way to eat local throughout the winter—if you can make them last that long! Take home samples and recipes to share.


tAStiNG NAtUre: FOrAGiNG WAlK &COOKiNG DemO Led by Natalie DeNormandie, Karina HinesSaturdays, may 12; July 28; September 15 | 10 am–1pm$65 members, $74 nonmembersThis foraging walk and kitchen demonstration is centered around seasonal edible plants. Identify, harvest, and prepare edible plants found in everyday landscapes with Landscape Designer Natalie DeNormandie. Learn ecological, medicinal, and nutritional benefits of specific wild plants with different characters each season. Enjoy technique-driven cooking demonstrations and taste the delicous creations of Chef Karina Hines. Bring wildness to your table with best-practice foraging and preparation techniques!

WilD eDibleS WAlK Led by Russ Cohentuesday, may 22 | 5–8 pm$32 members, $38 nonmembersThe Greater Boston area is home to more than 100 species of edible wild plants and fungi, some of which are more nutritious and flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. Join Russ Cohen, expert forager and author of Wild Plants I Have Known...and Eaten, for a walk around Drumlin Farm to learn about edible plant species. Russ will provide identification tips, and talk about edible portions, seasons of availability, preparation methods, and guidelines for safe and environmentally responsible foraging.

plANtiNG FOr pOlliNAtOrS & birDS Led by Tia PinneySaturday, June 2 | 1–3 pm$26 members, $31 nonmembersWould you like to have a beautiful yard that is easy to maintain and beneficial to pollinators and birds? You can accomplish both of these quite easily by using native plants and sustainable growing practices. This program will cover beneficial and beautiful native shrubs, perennials, grasses, and trees, and how to utilize them in your landscape to enhance the habitat value of your yard. We will also explore pollinator friendly habitats in the sanctuary. You will leave with the the inspiration and resources you need to start your landscape transformation or to continue what you’ve already started.

FUNGi FielD WAlKS Led by Jef TaylorSundays, June 10; July 15 | 1–3:30 pm$26 members, $31 nonmembersJoin us for a walk around the sanctuary to find as many fungi as we can. Learn about the crucial roles they have in the ecosystem, and methods for identifying mushrooms and other fungi in the field. While fall is considered fungi season in the Northeast, fungi are seasonally cyclical and different species can be found almost anytime except deep winter.

SmAll-SCAle AGriCUltUre: SpriNG iS Here Led by Robin WilkersonSunday, April 29 | 1–3 pm$30 members, $36 nonmembersExperience a very successful home gardening set-up with master gardener Robin Wilkerson. Learn how to create a working compost system, prepare a garden bed, plant and transplant, divide herbs, prune, and choose cover crops. Robin has also integrated chickens into her small-scale farm. Program located offsite. Directions will be included in confirmation email.

SOUrDOUGH breAD mAKiNG Led by Emma ScudderSunday, may 6 | 1–4 pm$54 members, $65 nonmembersLearn the age-old tradition of sourdough breadmaking. We will mix, knead, and shape loaves to taste and take home. We’ll discuss the science of fermentation, which gives sourdough its notable flavor and texture, and the merits of organic, local, and heirloom grains in bread baking. Participants will leave with sourdough starter and the skills to make sourdough bread at home.

There’s more to explore at Wildwood, Mass Audubon’s overnight camp in Rindge, New Hampshire:

• Overnight Camp (ages 9–14) • Teen Adventure Trips (ages 14–17) • Leaders-in-Training (ages 14–17) • Family Camp (all ages!)

Visit massaudubon.org/wildwood or call 866-627-2267 to learn more.


DRUMLIN FARM COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

DAilY CUrriCUlUmOutdoor Play in Nature: Children have the opportunity to play, use their imagination, and interact with one another while also exploring the changing landscape and various habitats around the sanctuary.

Farm Chores: Feeding the farm animals, milking the cow, collecting eggs, and grooming the pony teach children about life cycles and cooperation with each other and nature.

Wildlife Sanctuary explorations: Familiar habitat landmarks observed during the changing seasons infuse an emotional connection to the outdoors and provide a sense of discovery.

Wildlife Visits: Guided by staff, children learn about the appearance, behavior, habitat, and adaptations of our resident reptiles, birds, and small mammals.

planting and Harvesting: Children are involved in the life cycle of growing food on the farm—from planting to harvesting and tasting. Along with these hands-on experiences, they also learn about farming, soil, water, and plants.

StAFFEach class is taught by highly qualified early childhood educators licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The maximum class size is 15 students. Staff-to-child ratio is 1:5.

HiStOrYDrumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary has been offering educational programs for young children for more than 40 years. Drumlin Farm Community Preschool has been licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care since 2007.

Join our community of preschool learners (ages 3–5) who explore fields, forests, and ponds; care for animals; participate in weekly farm chores; and observe wildlife.

Our unique nature-based learning environment integrates math, art, science, music, and literacy while also providing hands-on experiences that support children in building

language and motor skills, as well as confidence, independence, and cooperation with peers.

For more information, contact Jill Canelli: [email protected] | 781-259-2241

Photo Credit: Emily Haranas

DRUMLIN FARM CAMP 2018

Drumlin Farm CampDrumlin Farm • Assabet river • Wolbach Farm

June–August 2018

Drumlin Farm Camp has provided children with memorable experiences in nature for more than 60 years. Campers ages 4–18 make new friends as they learn about nature and farming through

hands-on activities, trail explorations, animal interactions, games, and more! We have three locations, each with programs led by trained counselors and teacher-naturalists.

For more information, contact Drumlin Farm Camp Office: [email protected] or view our camp brochure online at massaudubon.org/drumlincamp

DrUmliN FArm WilDliFe SANCtUArY • pre-K–Grade 12Located in Lincoln, Drumlin Farm has three different on-site camp programs to choose from: Nature Camp, Farm Camp, and Mini Camp.

ASSAbet riVer • Grades 2–5Our Assabet Camp offers five-day nature-focused programs. Camp is located at Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge in Sudbury.

JOiN OUr SUmmer CAmp StAFFDevelop and teach hands-on curriculum on farm and natural history topics. Experience with children and a knowledge of or interest in farming and natural history required. Camp experience a plus. Must be 19 or older.

Send resume and cover letter to Becky gilles, Camp Director [email protected] | 781-259-2223

CAmp DAY • Kindergarten–Grade 6Saturday, march 17 | 1–4 pm $30 members, $40 nonmembersJoin Drumlin Farm for a day of camp during the school year! Camp days will include some of our favorite summer activities, such as all-camp gatherings, songs, games, cooking, meeting the animals, and exploring the sanctuary. In spring, it’s lambing season! Meet the new lambs, search for signs of spring, sing songs, play games, and have fun around the campfire with our camp staff. This is a great way to learn about nature through the changing seasons of the year. Campers will be grouped by age.

WOlbACH FArm • pre-K–Grade 1Our Wolbach Camp offers five-day nature-focused programs. Camp is located at Wolbach Farm in Sudbury, headquarters of the Sudbury Valley Trustees.


ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMS • LEAF

FielD tripS & OUtreACH prOGrAmSBring your school, camp, or other group to Drumlin Farm for unique, adapted educational programming, or let us come to you. Our trained teacher naturalists will provide an educational experience that is inclusive of all abilities and individualized to your group’s needs and preferences.

Supplemental materials:Chaperone Lesson PacketsSocial StoriesAccessible Terrain Locations

VOCAtiONAl prOGrAmSOur teacher-naturalists consider individual needs to help incorporate vocational and transitional goals such as job descriptions, task lists, resumé submittal, job applications, and interviews.

internship Opportunities:Farm Hand InternEcological Studies InternWildlife Care Intern

ACCeSSible eXplOrAtiONSDiscover life on a local farm with small group programs focused on engaging the senses through hands-on farm chores and exploration. Programs take place at Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary. See our online program catalog for more details.

program Areas:Sensory Farm ExplorationsSensory Nature Explorations

Accessible Programs • LEAFLeaders in Environmental Access for All (LEAF) at Drumlin Farm provides environmental education programs for people with accessibility and/or special needs. Trained teacher-

naturalists teach our comprehensive adapted educational programming, and ensure that activities are inclusive for a broad range of abilities. We strive to increase the

participation of children and adults of all abilities in environmental education programs.

Many existing programs can be adapted for accessibility needs. Please call ahead to find the program that is right for you, and let us know about your particular needs so that we

may best prepare for your visit.

For more information, contact Erin Pitkin: [email protected] | 781-259-2247

prOGrAmS At DrUmliN FArmOur on-site programs offer opportunities to investigate the ecology of New England habitats, and the adaptations of animals and plants that live here. While students are out exploring, they have opportunities to use scientific tools, make observations, and experience real science in the field.

program examplesAnimal Investigations Ecology of Seeds and PlantsFrom Farm to Market Habitats of New EnglandMaple Science

HOmeSCHOOl prOGrAmSOur homeschool programs are designed to encourage children to interact with nature through hands-on exploration and science-based learning, and with each other through group building and games. Programs can take place at our wildlife sanctuary or at a location near you. Find out more about our program offerings on page 14. Please sign up as a group.

SCOUt prOGrAmSWe offer programs for all levels of Girl and Boy Scouts. Our programs help Scouts gain an appreciation and awareness of nature while learning responsibility toward themselves, their peers, and their community.prOGrAmS At YOUr SCHOOl

Drumlin Farm’s outreach program brings our teacher-naturalists to your school. Programs may include bringing native wildlife into the classroom or guided exploration of natural areas near your school. These experiences offer insight into unique adaptations and habitat needs of many Massachusetts species. Our programs enrich natural history and science lessons and help build connections to the local environment.

program examplesWild Tales Seasonal DiscoveryAdaptable Animals Birds of PreySoil Cyclers

teACHer WOrKSHOpSDrumlin Farm offers professional development opportunities for teachers at your site or at our wildlife sanctuary. In our workshops, we explore local habitats to learn about ecological principles, local habitats, species identification, and how to teach these lessons in the classroom through a hands-on and inquiry-driven approach. We are a DOE-approved PDP provider and offer year-round science education courses to classroom teachers.

SCHOOL & GROUP PROGRAMS

School & Group ProgramsWe design our programs to support the Massachusetts Department of Elementary

and Secondary Education Science and Technology/Engineering frameworks. Students ask questions, plan and carry out investigations, analyze and interpret data, and

communicate their learning through discussion and presentation.For more information or a copy of our brochure, contact Robin Stuart: [email protected] | 781-259-2217


LANDSCAPES FOR LEARNING CAMPAIGN UPDATE

COmiNG SOON! tHe eNVirONmeNtAl leArNiNG CeNter At DrUmliN FArmTRANSFORMiNG ENViRONMENTAL EDuCATiON AT DRuMLiN FARM, MASS AuDuBON, AND BEYOND

Drumlin Farm is always a busy place, but this winter it has been even busier than usual because we are growing! Our long-awaited new Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is under construction, and if all goes according to plan, we will be moving in before summer arrives.

This new building is critical, especially now, because understanding our relationship with the natural world is more important than ever. Education has always been at the core of Drumlin Farm’s mission, and our nature-based camps, workshops, preschool, and school programs cultivate environmental and science literacy in uniquely flexible and compelling ways.

DeSiGNeD FOr SUStAiNAble impACt The ELC will provide essential work space for our education team, and serve as a place to welcome and interact with program participants, teachers, and parents. Designed to foster collaboration, catalyze innovative ideas, and support efficient administration of our educational programs, this net-zero energy facility will be an educational model of energy-saving features and green building design, sized to fit strategic plans for growth within a modest budget. A sheltered pavilion will

serve as an outdoor classroom and meeting space, and the site will provide efficient flow for pedestrians, cars, and school buses, and incorporate outdoor gathering spaces for school groups and other participants.

tHANK YOUThis important project would not have been possible without the inspiring generosity of hundreds of people who understand the need for environmental education and appreciate the way we approach it at Drumlin Farm. Together, they contributed more than $2,470,000, an investment that will return invaluable benefits for many years to come. On behalf of all the children, families, and adults who will continue to learn, explore, and discover their inner ‘‘nature hero’’ at Drumlin Farm, THANK YOU!

We are still gratefully accepting donations for the Environmental Learning Center and for the final project in the Landscapes for Learning Campaign: the renovation of our Wildlife Care Center, another exciting initiative you will be hearing more about in the coming months. Give online at www.massaudubon.org/drumlincampaign or mail your contribution to: Drumlin Farm, Attn: Polly Reeve, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773

Please Note: Checks should be made payable to Mass Audubon, with ‘‘Drumlin Farm Landscapes for Learning’’ in the memo line.

LANDSCAPES FOR LEARNING CAMPAIGN UPDATE

Thanks to the generosity of hundreds of families, individuals, and institutional funders, critical investments in the farmyard and sanctuary continue to strengthen Drumlin Farm’s educational

and conservation programs, enhancing the experiences of all who come here to explore and learn.

Birthday PartiestHeme pArtY • AGeS 5+ • $400Enjoy a tour of the farm, where children can milk a cow, meet chickens, build mouse habitats, and pet our domestic rabbits, depending on the theme you pick. Limited to 15 children, 25 total participants (including adults).

bASiC pArtY • All Ages • $275Explore the farm with a Drumlin Farm birthday host and discover what goes on every day. Add-on options include eagle-eye exploration, hot cocoa and a story, or a hayride (in season). Limited to 25 participants (including adults). Additional cost for add-ons. Call for details.

Birthday parties are offered September through mid-June and include use of an indoor spaceFor more information, see website or contact Visitor Services: 781-259-2202 | [email protected].

New this year: Make a deposit before April 1 to receive $25 off regular price!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES • VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

FArm AmbASSADOrS • Ages 16+Join us for this docent-styled program where you educate our visitors about nature and farming.

FArmStAND VOlUNteer • Ages 16+Hand out recipe cards, set up tastings, and sell vegetables at our farm stand.

DrUmliN FArm SpeCiAl eVeNtS • Ages 16+Help visitors with crafts, serve food, assist with admissions and parking, and clean up! See Drumlin Farm special events page for more info.

FArmHANDS • AGeS 15+Learn about sustainable agriculture as you help with field chores such as mulching, thinning, weeding, and harvesting.

FebrUArY & April VACAtiON WeeKS • Ages 15–18Assist our teacher-naturalists with nature exploration, crafts, and activities for young children.

Volunteer OpportunitiesDrumlin Farm offers a variety of exciting volunteer opportunities and internships for people of all interests and experience levels. Volunteers are valued members of the Mass Audubon

team and provide an important link to our local communities.

For more information, contact Pam Sowizral: [email protected] | 781-259-2205

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SUmmer CSAJune 27–Sept 5 / pick up Wednesdays 12–6 pmFull Share $440 / Half Share $250

Heirloom tomatoes, juicy cantaloupes, sweet corn, and more! Enjoy the height of the growing season with our Summer Share. At each distribution we aim to provide our shareholders with 8-18 different crops, filling the weekly vegetable needs of a family of four, or 2-4 adults, depending on how often you cook and how central vegetables are to your diet.

CSA beNeFitS• Knowing exactly where your food was grown.• Helping to protect the nature of Massachusetts

by supporting our unique way of farming. With your support, we are actively stewarding these natural areas for birds and other wildlife.

• Interacting with farmers at every pickup; sharing stories, swapping recipes and ideas.

• Receiving eNews with farming, crops information, and recipes based on what comes in every share.

• Getting a great return on investment. We strive to give shareholders 20% more veggies than what they originally paid for.

Spring & Summer CSAOur Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program features fresh, local produce grown

sustainably in the fields of Drumlin Farm in Lincoln, MA. We also partner with local fruit growers to provide additional options. Shareholders recieve weekly emails with cooking

tips, recipes, and updates about our farm. Pickup is located at the farm stand, next to the admissions area.

For more information, visit massaudubon.org/drumlincsa or email [email protected]

DRUMLIN FARM SPRING & SUMMER CSA

OUr GrOWiNG prACtiCeSWe keep our soils healthy with sustainable practices. These practices enhance a living soil system that does not require irrigation, creating vibrant flavors that come from vital soils.• We rest 20% of our crop fields each season.• We spread our own compost on the fields.• We suppress weeds with straw rather than

plastic mulch, building soil organic matter.• We never use chemical herbicides or pesticides.

SpriNG CSAmay 16–JUNe 20 / pick up Wednesdays 12–6 pmFull Share $240

Celebrate the return of fresh, local produce with our Spring CSA. Bursting with an array of tender greens, head lettuces, herbs, scallions, and salad radishes, you’ll have the makings for a delicious salad every week. As the fields warm, shares will fill out with the first of the season’s carrots, sweet salad turnips, and (weather permitting) sugar snap peas, strawberries, and beets.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

tHiNGS tO KNOW• Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary is a dynamic

environment. We may make changes to a program to take advantage of new opportunities or to ensure the safety of the visitors and the animals we care for.

• Preregistration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

• Register early to prevent program cancellation due to low enrollment.

• On the first day of each class, please check in at the Visitor Services window at the Nature Center to find out where your class will be meeting.

• Classes are rarely cancelled due to weather. Please dress comfortably.

• In programs with a farm-to-food connection, snacks from the farm may be incorporated. Please let us know if program participants have food allergies prior to the start of the program.

payment in full is due at the time of registration, with the exception of some off-site trips.

Confirmation and any further information regarding your registration will be sent by email or mail. Please read your confirmation letter carefully to make sure all information is correct and take note of the special instructions and directions section for links to further information pertaining to your program.

Filled Courses/Wait list: If the program of your choice is full, you will be placed on a wait list. If you do not wish to remain on the wait list, please notify the Registrar. If space becomes available, we will notify you at least 24 hours in advance of the class.

Cancellation/refund policy: To receive a refund, you must notify the Registrar at 781-259-2200 for Children & Family Programs, 781-259-2207 for Adult Birding Programs, 781-259-2219 for Adult Programs, and 781-259-2244 for Camp at least one week prior to the first class meeting. Fees will be forfeited for late cancellations. Drumlin Farm reserves the right to change programs, schedules, and instructors, and to cancel classes due to low enrollment. A full refund will be issued if Drumlin Farm cancels the program. There are no refunds for special events.

Weather: All on-site programs run rain, shine, or light snow. For off-site programs or in case of extreme weather, call 781-259-2200, and follow instructions to listen to a recorded message listing any cancelled programs. For programs that list a rain or cloud date, we recommend that you hold the alternate date open. No refunds will be given if the class is switched to its alternate date and you are unable to attend.

prOGrAm reGiStrAtiON & iNFOrmAtiON

three Ways to registerVisit: massaudubon.org/drumlinprogramsCall: 781-259-2200 for Children & Family Programs, 781-259-2207 for Adult Birding Programs, 781-259-2219 for Adult Programs, and 781-259-2244 for Camp, Mon–Fri, 10 am–4 pmMail: Download a PDF at above URL

DireCtiONS tO DrUmliN FArmDriving: Drumlin Farm is on Rt 117 in Lincoln. The entrance is 4.5 miles west of the Rt 117 overpass at Rt 128 and 0.5 miles east of the intersection of Rtes 117 and 126. Look for the Drumlin Farm sign and entrance on the south side of Rt 117.

public transportation: Take the Fitchburg line from Boston’s North Station to Lincoln Station. Walk south (away from the Shopping Center) two blocks south on Lincoln Rd to the intersection with Rt 117. Cross Rt 117, turn left, and walk on the paved path that leads into Drumlin Farm. Follow the paved path to the Nature Center to check in.Visit MBTA.com for scheduling and maps

HOUrSTuesday–Sunday9 am–5 pm (March–October)9 am–4 pm (November–February)

Closed Mondays, except holidaysClosed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s DayClosed September 12, for annual staff meeting

Barns and buildings close 15 minutes prior to the closing time.

GeNerAl ADmiSSiON$9 Nonmember Adults$6 Nonmember Children (Ages 2–12) $6 Nonmember SeniorsFree: Mass Audubon members, children 2 and under, EBT cardholders, residents of Lincoln/Hanscom Field

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Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary

208 South Great Road

Lincoln, MA 01773

massaudubon.org/drumlinfarm

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mass Audubon protects 37,500 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and 20 nature centers. From inspiring hilltop views to breathtaking coastal landscapes, serene woods, and working farms, we believe in protecting our state’s natural treasures for wildlife and for all people—a vision shared in 1896 by our founders, two extraordinary Boston women. Today, Mass Audubon is a nationally recognized environmental education leader, offering thousands of camp, school, and adult programs that get over 225,000 kids and adults outdoors every year. With more than 125,000 members and supporters, we advocate on Beacon Hill and beyond, and conduct conservation research to preserve the natural heritage of our beautiful state for today’s and future generations. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved. Learn how at massaudubon.org.

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