NATURAL HISTORY PROGRAMS
DESIGNED TO STIMULATE A LOVE
AND APPRECIATION OF NATURE.

All programs are free and they include a short talk, workshop and video.

2011 & 2012 PROGRAM INFORMATION

AN ADVANCE RESERVATION IS REQUIRED.

MAXIMUM NUMBER IN ANY ONE GROUP IS
40, PLUS AT LEAST 1 ADULT FOR EVERY 8 CHILDREN.

PROGRAMS ARE CONDUCTED TUESDAY
THROUGH FRIDAY UNLESS OTHERWISE
LISTED.

FOR RESERVATIONS,  CALL OR WRITE:

The Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
30 Peck Road
Monson, MA 01057

PHONE:

1-413-267-9654

THERE IS NO CHARGE

 

 

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2011

Woods Walk:
A guided nature tour of our Sanctuary trails will reveal some plants, animals, and birds.  Dress according to the weather.  (This Program is limited to 25 students.)

OCTOBER 18 - NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Ecosystems
The presentation stresses the importance of a healthy ecosystem. The workshop allows each participant to create a "mini" ecosystem in the form of a woodland terrarium. All students MUST BRING a clean glass jar that is big enough to fit their hand in. Teachers, please bring boxes to transport projects safely.
Workshop/Classroom pictures

 

DECEMBER 2011


Wildlife and Winter Weather
Winter can affect plants, animals, birds. and humans in many ways.   Building a "block" bird feeder will be made during the workshop.

Workshop/Classroom pictures
 

JANUARY 3 - 20, 2012

Amazing Solar System
Explore the night sky with a variety of photographs that include galaxies, nebulas, supernovas, star clusters, and constellations.  A star gazing guide, sundial, and a constellation projector will be made during the workshop.   All students MUST BRING an empty, tall Pringles can in order to complete the project. 

Workshop/Classroom pictures

JANUARY 24, to FEBRUARY 20,2012

Bluebirds House Building:   

jan6.jpg (119212 bytes)   Build your own Eastern Bluebird Nest Box and be ready to put it out this spring. Participants must be at least 8 years of age in order to attend. This program is also offered on Saturdays in January and February for groups limited to 25 participants.

Workshop/Classroom pictures

 MARCH 2012

Animal Tracks & Signs

Learn about different species of animals by identifying their tracks or encountering the signs they leave behind. Participants will make a plaster cast of an animal track. Teachers, please bring boxes to transport the projects back to school.

Workshop/Classroom pictures

APRIL 2012

Amazing Insects

We need pollinators! Come find out why, and plant some seeds to start your own wildlife garden. Work shop to be announced.

Workshop/Classroom pictures

 MAY 2012

Understanding Trees
Parts of a tree, tree growth and development, types of trees, and why trees are necessary will be presented. Participants will create a tree ID and take a short walk.  Work shop to be announced.
Workshop/Classroom pictures

 

June 2012

Spring Nature Walk

Take a guided walk through our Sanctuary habitats.  This program is limited to 25 participants.

                                                            ADULT PROGRAMS
                                                 Available for groups with reservations

                             on line www.norcrossws.org, or phone 413-267-4859

                                                

GUIDED WALKING TOURS (Adults) - of the gardens are available spring through fall by                                                                             appointment.
                                                 
 WINTER LECTURES - Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.  January - March 
                                            Registration is required
                                            Brochure is available upon request.
                                                                  
ADULT CLASSES -    offered in summer and fall on wildflower propagation, wildflower                                                          identification, ferns, meadows, wetlands and land use history.


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NATURALLIST PROGRAMS

Outdoor, hands-on programs to encourage an interest in nature are offered for adults and children.  Topics include pond and stream ecology, vernal Pools, birding, butterflies,
dragonflies.
Scout badge work a speciatly.

Guided motor tours offered in autumn; adults only please.  For more information on these programs please call or email 413-267-4859; ohop@norcrossws.org

The Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
is owned and operated by The
Norcross Wildlife Foundation, Inc.