The Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1939 by Arthur D. Norcross. Its present area comprises approximately six thousand acres of wooded hills, lakes and streams. It is maintained by the Norcross Wildlife Foundation, Inc. whose purpose is the conservation of wildlife and the active practice of conservation for the benefit of the public. This includes the collection and propagation of wild plants, the preservation of birds and all forms of animal wildlife and the conservation of land and water. 

Plants growing at Tupper Hill are native to the Eastern Seaboard from the Carolinas to Canada. The gardens along the walking trail represent habitats found throughout New England.  Native plants can be a valuable food source for birds and animals of our region.

Natural history exhibits are on display in the museums.  These exhibits provide a variety of information on plants, animals, insects, and minerals of the northeast. 

It is the aim of the Norcross Wildlife Foundation to engage in and foster research, education and training in conservation.  The Foundation also cooperates with outside groups and individuals interested in natural history and other forms of wildlife conservation. 

GENERAL SANCTUARY INFORMATION

The Sanctuary is open to the public every day except Sundays and legal holidays; open Mondays from June till December, then closed during the winter months on Mondays. Hours are 9:00 to 4:00.  There is no admission charge.  Please call ahead to be sure trails are open.
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TRAILS: 2 miles of marked marked walking trails through a variety of habitats and wildflower gardens and two natural history museums.   Trails open April through November (trail conditions permitting).  No admission charge, but guest must register. 

PICNIC AREA: Tables put out in spring; box lunches only; no fires allowed. 

NO DOGS ALLOWED, except guide/service dogs.

PROGRAMS INFORMATION:
Indoor Classroom Programs are offered from September through June.  Programs held Tuesday through Friday at 10:00 a.m.   Reservations required.
Saturday Bluebird Nestbox Programs (children) are held in January, February and March at 10:00a.m.  Reservations required. 
Naturalist's Programs offered throughout the year for children and adults and available Tuesday through Saturday.  Group size limited.  Reservations required.
Winter Lecture Series for adults are held on Saturdays 1:00 p.m.    Reservations required.
Guided Walking Tours (adults) available April through October by appointment.

TELEPHONE NUMBER:    (413)267-9654

MAILING ADDRESS:   Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary 
                                        30 Peck Road 
                                        Monson, MA 01057