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October Explorations Wood Duck
  October - November 2011

In This Issue
State of the Birds
Top 5 Uses for Leaves
Where Are We Now?
Curious About Coyotes?
Fall Volunteering

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NEWS & NOTES

Halloween Haunts
Pumpkin carving, stories, masks, night hikes, and more—we've got frighteningly fun events for your little (and big) ghosts and goblins.

Preparing for Halloween

See what's happening in your area.


Nature Revealed
Every day brings new wonders. What does Mother Nature have in store for us in the coming weeks?

Find out in our outdoor almanac.


Discover Wellfleet
The summer crowds are gone, but the wildlife and beautiful landscapes remain. On October 22, explore Wellfleet Bay during one of its most beautiful seasons. This is the last of our free Discovery Days series. 

Walking at Wellfleet, Photo copyright Richard Johnson

Find out what's planned for the Discovery Day and print your free admission ticket.


Save on Membership
Thinking about becoming a Mass Audubon member? It's the perfect time to join because, through November 30, membership is $29 for new members. Enjoy free admission to 51 wildlife sanctuaries statewide plus discounts on programs and gift shop purchases.

Become a member today to take advantage of the extra savings.


Explore and Win!
Our free Passport to Nature is a great excuse to explore the state. Bonus: get 10 stamps and you'll win a pocket-sized MAGLITE flashlight.

Get your Passport today.


Save the Dates
We've made it even easier for you to find all of Mass Audubon's upcoming Special Events, including Farm Day at Daniel Webster (October 22) and Birds & Brew at Boston Nature Center (November 4).

Find all our upcoming Special Events.


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FROM THE PRESIDENT
A Call to Action

State of the Birds report

For over 100 years Mass Audubon has looked for ways to safeguard our feathered friends. And while we have made tremendous progress, there's still work to be done.

This has never been more evident, thanks to the release of our comprehensive State of the Birds report. While there is positive news, we cannot afford to overlook the fact that 39% of our breeding birds are decreasing in population and many rare species remain at risk.

With your help, we will continue to make great strides, not only in protecting our birds, but also the land they rely on and we enjoy so much.

— Laura Johnson, Mass Audubon President

Get a summary, download the entire report, and find out what you can do to help at State of the Birds online.
 


PROGRAM NOTES
Bouquet of Autumn Leaves.jpgTop 5 Uses for Fall Leaves

Oh, leaves. There’s so much we love about you. The first sight of your flowers in the spring; the sound you make when you blow in the breeze during summer; your brilliant shades of red, yellow, and orange come fall. And then in the blink of an eye, you drop to the ground and become another thing on our to-do list.

If this sounds familiar, don’t fret—we can help. Before you break out the rake, check out our top 5 uses for fall leaves.

Read our top 5 leaf ideas and share your own on Facebook.


SNAPSHOT
Where in Mass Audubon Are We Now?

Boardwalk

Congratulations to everyone who guessed that the last photo featured in Explorations was taken at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Barnstable. Of all of those with correct guesses, Christine of Marstons Mills was chosen at random to be the lucky winner of a pocket field guide.

Ready to guess another Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary?
This sanctuary was established more than 60 years ago and is among the earliest in our now extensive statewide network of wildlife sanctuaries. From here, you can climb a 2,000-foot mountain for a view of the valley below.

Email your guess by November 15 and you could win a pocket field guide.


LIVING WITH WILDLIFE
Curious about Coyotes?

Coyote  
 George McLean©  

If you think coyotes can only be found in the country, think again. These resourceful creatures have adapted to urban living and can now be found in suburbs and cities.

That doesn't mean you need to worry. In fact, coyotes try to avoid people at all costs. On the other hand, a cat or small dog could be perceived as prey by coyotes (though it's rare). Interestingly enough, the eastern coyote was once thought to be a cross between a coyote and a dog. Given that, what do you think the eastern coyote was originally called?  

Find the answer plus more on details about coyotes in Living with Wildlife.


GET INVOLVED
Help Us Prepare for Winter  

  Work for Wildlife Volunteers
  Volunteers at the Boston Nature Center.

It's hard enough work to get your backyard ready for winter, let alone hundreds of acres. Which is why the staff at our wildlife sanctuaries could use your help.

Among the tasks on their fall to-do list: tackling invasive species, putting gardens to bed, and trail maintainence—not to mention all the help they need for any upcoming fall festivals or celebrations.

Find ways you can make a difference, get community service hours, and have fun while doing it.


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