School & Group Programs

Explore the Natural World with Mass Audubon's South Shore Sanctuaries!

School Programs
Education through Exploration

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The South Shore Sanctuaries offer a variety of environmental education programs for school children in Pre-K through fifth grade. Our education staff understands the importance of developing a child's sense of curiosity and wonder about the natural world. To help enhance these kinds of experiences, our programs are designed to guide inquiry through hands-on activities, while using exploratory teaching techniques. We strive to cultivate a greater connection to the local environment, as well as foster an appreciation for the outdoors that continues far into the future.

Diverse Habitats, Diverse Learning Opportunities
The variety of habitats that encompass the three South Shore Sanctuary sites, in addition to local beaches and conservation land, provide for a unique learning experience outside the classroom. A field trip to one of these locations allows the opportunity for first-hand observation of plants and wildlife, a closer study of how adaptations are necessary for survival, and initiates thinking on the elaborate way all things are connected. A classroom visit will provide a similar, investigative, hands-on learning experience.

An Outdoor Classroom that Meets Standards
Our programs provide support to teachers by helping align program content with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and are designed to meet the standards of varying age groups. For more details on how programs address specific frameworks, please contact us.

For complete descriptions of our school program offerings, please download our school program brochure. (PDF 387 K)

Scout Groups
The South Shore Sanctuaries offers nature-based exploration programs for both boy and girl scouts aged 5-11. We can assist you in earning a specific badge requirement or customize a program to meet your needs. Eagle Scout projects are also available. Programs are offered after school or on Saturdays. Please contact us for more information.

For More Information
To schedule a program or learn more, please contact our education coordinator at 781-837-9400, or e-mail at aquist@massaudubon.org.