Free Public Programs are a hallmark of the National Wildlife Refuges in Massachusetts.
Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Tour will be conducted via refuge van, with several brief “drive by” stops along the way.
The tour will present an “up close and personal” look at the refuge through the multiple lenses of the cultural history of Plum Island and the Great Marsh, native wildlife and their habitats, and the role of refuge management in the conservation of these precious natural resources.
Participants may be driven along areas on the refuge otherwise closed to the public.
This guided two hour program is most appropriate for older teens and adults. Binoculars and/or a camera are recommended, but not required. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the Refuge visitor center 15 minutes prior to the program start time. Each session is limited to 8 participants; no more than 4 individuals per sign-up.
Again, this is a vehicle – based tour, with limited stops on the Refuge. Advance registration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to cancellation. *Please note: Those who call and leave messages after hours, your registration is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation call from a Refuge staff member. Please call (978) 465-5753; to register for this program.
Held on the following days:
Saturday, August 1st, 9:30 am; Wednesday, August 5th, 1:00 pm; Sunday, August 9th, 1:00 pm;
Saturday, August 15th, 9:30 am; Sunday, August 16th, 1:00 pm;
Saturday, August 22nd, 9:30 am; Wednesday, August 26th, 1:00 pm;
Saturday, August 29th, 9:30 am; Sunday, August 30th, 1:00 pm
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NEW! Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge – Behind the Scenes Tour!
The 1000+ acre Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge is the largest parcel of protected conservation land on Great Bay. The refuge has many habitats including oak-hickory forest, grasslands, shrub thickets, fresh and saltwater wetlands, and open water habitats where wild plants and animals thrive. Two trails provide the public with an opportunity to explore and experience this special place outside Portsmouth, NH.
Wednesday, August 12th AND Wednesday, August 19th, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge, located in Newington, NH.
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