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Mass Audubon unveils new universally accessible trails at three more wildlife sanctuaries this autumn.

LINCOLN, MA — Mass Audubon unveils new universally accessible trails at three more wildlife sanctuaries this autumn, underscoring the conservation organization's commitment to encouraging people of all abilities to connect with nature.

Under Johnson's leadership (1999 - 2012), Mass Audubon opened 16 more wildlife sanctuaries across the state, pioneered a comprehensive program of sustainable practices at our properties, and strengthened our commitment to reaching new audiences and urban environmental education.

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Learn more about birds and nature in general at an upcoming family program at a Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary near you.

Our Library Partners Program includes discounted admission to more than 50 spectacular wildlife sanctuaries across the state, where library patrons can explore and enjoy the nature of Massachusetts.

With its Sensory Trails, the conservation organization's network of wildlife sanctuaries and nature centers has created a richer, more accessible experience for all visitors,» said Paula Gangopadhyay, IMLS Deputy Director of Museum Services.

Look for amphibians, draw owls, de-stress on a nature walk, learn digital photography, and more at a wildlife sanctuary this weekend.

In addition to the free - form Green Trails, several wildlife sanctuaries offer more structured tours of their green features.

Since the event began in 1983, thousands of dedicated supporters and team members have raised more than $ 2 million to support Mass Audubon's wildlife sanctuaries and programs across the state.

Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester is the largest urban wildlife sanctuary in New England, with more than 400 acres cooperatively managed or owned by Mass Audubon.

Fortunately, Mass Audubon has more than 100 miles of trails to explore, and several of our wildlife sanctuaries have snowshoes for rent.

Members enjoy free admission to our wildlife sanctuaries, which provide people with much - needed places for recreation and relaxation, and are home to more than 150 endangered and threatened native species.

Mass Audubon offers a variety of programs for adults to get outside and enjoy the nature of Massachusetts - you can find naturalist - guided walks, workshops, and more at one of our wildlife sanctuaries.

Mass Audubon inspires a love of nature through an incredible variety of family and kid - friendly programs at our wildlife sanctuaries, summer camps, preschools, in classrooms, and more.

We protect more than 37,500 acres of land throughout the state working to save birds and other wildlife and making nature accessible to all through our system of 58 wildlife sanctuaries, 20 of them with staffed nature centers.

More than 750 volunteers showed up Saturday, April 29 at 16 wildlife sanctuaries to help prepare them for the busy visitation season ahead.

LINCOLN, MA — More than 650 people pitched in at Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries from Cape Cod to the Berkshires to make the respected conservation organization's annual «Work for Wildlife» Statewide Volunteer Day a grand success.

With your help we have protected more than 35,000 acres, and our statewide network of wildlife sanctuaries is home to over 150 endangered and threatened native species.

At most of our wildlife sanctuaries, we have illustrated panels that provide information on the trails, features, seasonal natural history, and more.

Mass Audubon strategically established this wildlife sanctuary, comprised of more than 50 % upland, in part to accommodate migration of the abutting salt marsh migration as the sea levels rise.

Visit with more of our resident wildlife and farm animals, learn about winter tracking, and explore the wildlife sanctuary's trails

Not only will families have a place to spend more outside time together but so will school children visiting the wildlife sanctuary, after - school program participants, campers, and children coming for other group activities, such as scouts.

Mass Audubon's wildlife sanctuaries offer excellent opportunities to see and learn more about the birds of Massachusetts.

Today, Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and Conservation Center encompasses more than 400 acres, miles of trails, and a fun, information - packed Visitor Center featuring exhibits about the Blackstone River Watershed, energy conservation, native wildlife and more.

Give your team year - round access to fun and healthy outdoor experiences at more than 50 Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries, nature centers, and museums.

Included is Mass Audubon's proposal to turn more than 400 acres into a wildlife sanctuary, including a fundraising campaign.

Mass Audubon has worked with local landowners, the Housatonic River Natural Resource Damages Fund, and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to add almost 120 acres to the wildlife sanctuary in Sheffield, which will now total more than 360 acres.

Collaborating with partners including far - sighted and innovative owners, state and federal environmental agencies, and the Town of Plymouth, Mass Audubon is working to develop a wildlife sanctuary on more than 479 acres of the Tidmarsh Farms property.

Spreading across more than 700 acres in Easthampton and Northampton along the western bank of the oxbow, the wildlife sanctuary offers visitors a range of landscapes and habitats attractive to birds, from marshes and meadows to grasslands and forest.

Gordon said she is especially excited about new education programming at the wildlife sanctuaries, including innovative exhibits being designed at the Oak Knoll Nature Center to provide children with a more interactive experience.

Many of our wildlife sanctuaries also offer food - related programs where you can also learn new techniques in the kitchen, meet your local farmers, get involved in the local food system, and much more!

Today, Mass Audubon manages 100 wildlife sanctuaries statewide, comprising more than 30,000 acres of protected land and laced by 160 miles of walking trails

Matthew A. Beaton said, «This is always a fun gathering for kids and families, and through the Ms. G event at this amazing wildlife sanctuary, the littlest children can learn a bit more about the natural world.

Learn more about our Community Partners Program, a unique way for businesses and nonprofit organizations to offer great benefits for their employees, while supporting this wildlife sanctuary and Mass Audubon's statewide efforts to protect wildlife and wild lands.

Mass Audubon's wildlife sanctuaries offer excellent opportunities to see and learn more about the birds of Massachusetts, whether you're on a naturalist - guided walk or on your own with one of our bird checklists.

«It's gratifying that so many people share our vision for a wildlife sanctuary in Plymouth, and we're confident this substantial match opportunity will encourage even more donors and supporters.»

We are working to prepare more of our wildlife sanctuaries for public visitation and we will update these pages as as marked trails, parking areas, maps, and signage are provided at these sites.

The state's largest conservation nonprofit has worked with local landowners, the Housatonic River Natural Resource Damages Fund (HRNRDF), and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to add almost 120 acres to the wildlife sanctuary in Sheffield, which will now total more than 360 acres.

With more than 50 wildlife sanctuaries located around the state, there are plenty of community service opportunities for groups interested in volunteering with Mass Audubon.

Volunteers who give 50 hours a year or more of service are eligible for a volunteer membership and receive a Volunteer I.D. card, which allows: * Free admission to all Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries * Free or discounted access to participating area museums and attractions * Other benefits may be awarded by the sanctuary or department where the individual volunteers.

The robins live at the Zealandia wildlife sanctuary, a 225 - hectare nature paradise in Wellington where more than 700 of the birds live wild and protected from predators in the middle of the city.

Johnson plays beefy anthropologist Davis Okoye, who relates more to primates than he does his human co-workers at a San Diego wildlife sanctuary.

The nurses provided by VTWB help in animal sanctuaries, spay / neuter, wildlife rescue, and more.

Each month we reach more than 1,000 homeless animals in shelters, rescue groups, feral colonies, and wildlife sanctuaries.

Black cats get lucky; a Colorado sanctuary teaches horses to trust; shelters feel the fallout from the backyard chicken craze; Florida shelter educates its staff and volunteers about fomites to prevent the spread of disease; New York rescue groups showcase foster kitties in stylish chapeaus; a wildlife biologist discusses ways for cat advocates and conservationists to work together; and more.

Every month, we reach more than 1,000 homeless animals in shelters, rescue groups, pets of the homeless and wildlife sanctuaries.

The ABC strongly supports sanctuaries for stray and feral cats as an alternative to TNR that is more humane to both cats and wildlife.»

The beautiful state is blessed with beaches, hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls, UNESCO heritage sites, ancient temples and a lot more of delights for visitors.

Complete access to Baha Mar's extensive amenities including a Jack Nicklaus - designed golf course, tennis facilities, Explorer's Club for children, casino, tropical pools, interactive wildlife sanctuary, restaurants, bars, shopping and more

For the more adventurous, take a day trip to Isla Contoy, a natural wildlife reserve and bird sanctuary.