In This Issue

*Wachusett Meadow Day Camp
*School's Out! What Now? Top Activities for Summer
*Call for High School Age Artists

Browse our Program Catalogs:
Broad Meadow Brook

Wachusett Meadow

There is still time to contribute to our 2012 Spring Appeal.

All donations support sanctuary education and conservation programs.

Donate to Broad Meadow Brook

Donate to Wachusett Meadow

Thank you!
 

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Bird-a-thon 2012
Let's Hear It for the Birds!

Spotlight: Wachusett Meadow Day Camp

"My child loved learning about nature and animals, going to the pond, playing in forts . . . "

What makes Wachusett Meadow Day Camp special? Listen to what our camp families are saying:

Seasoned Staff
"We always like the experienced, seasoned adults at Wachusett Meadow."
"Counselors are awesome. I love them."

Kids Love Coming to Camp
"She couldn't wait until the next day."
"He liked everything!"

Educational and Fun
"This is a great program. Very educational, but at the same time fun."

What else are families saying about Wachusett Meadow Day Camp? Read more here

Register your child for this exceptional summer experience.

Spaces are still available for ages 3.5-17. Nature discovery and specialty sessions - woodworking, photography, nature art, and more. Financial aid is available.

Visit our camp page or download a camp brochure.


Broad Meadow Brook Day Camp in Worcester also offers an exceptional program for kids who love to be active in the outdoors. Some spaces are still available. Register soon or visit our camp page and download a brochure.

School's Out - Here's What You Can Do!

Enjoy the great outdoors this summer at Broad Meadow Brook and Wachusett Meadow  (Photo courtesy of Kristin Higgins)

School's out! What now? Here are some top ways to stay busy and have fun together this summer:

♦Take a hike on Broad Meadow Brook's 5+ miles of trails and Wachusett Meadow's 12+ miles of trails. Trails open every day, dawn to dusk.

♦Take a nature program. Get acquainted with moths at Broad Meadow Brook or search for lost ladybugs at Wachusett Meadow. For a full listing of summer programs, check out our online program catalogs for Broad Meadow Brook and Wachusett Meadow.

♦Canoe on Wachusett Meadow's Wildlife Pond or participate in a canoeing program with Broad Meadow Brook.

♦Play in nature! Bring the children to a nature play area, filled with unique nature objects designed for outside, creative play. Read more about nature play areas.


♦Join Broad Meadow Brook for free drop-in nature actvities during Neighborhood Nature at Elm Park and On the Water at Green Hill Park.

♦Adults, get artsy! Take time to refresh yourself with a writing course at Broad Meadow Brook or botanical illustration at Wachusett Meadow.

Traveling in Massachusetts this summer? Check out Mass Audubon's online vacation guide for fun things to do throughout the state.

 

Young people, ages 14-19, are invited to visit any Mass Audubon sanctuary in central Massachusetts this summer and create a two-dimensional work of art.

All entered work will be exhibited at Wachusett Meadow's Hey Day October 6, 2012. (Rain date October 7.)

This is a great opportunity for young people to experience the natural beauty of central Massachusetts and to display their art!

Download a brochure for more information and contest rules.