People walking in the snow Give the gift of membership.
People walking in the snow Give the gift of membership.
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Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary. Gardner

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Experience the Wonders of Winter

  • Person Cross Country Skiing

    Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing

    Get outdoors in the winter via snowshoes or cross-country skiing. 

  • snow covered rocks by a winter river

    Hikes to Heat You Up

    Is the cold weather keeping you inside? To get started with a wintertime trek, bundle up and check out some of these sanctuaries.

  • Wachusett Meadow in Winter, snow on ground blue sky
    Wachusett Meadow, Princeton © Julie Mankowsky

    Winter Wonderlands in Central Massachusetts

    With 13 Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries boasting an impressive array of terrain and habitats spreading across Central Massachusetts, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor exploration.

  • child comparing snow to tracking paper
    © Gretchen Ertl

    Wildlife Tracking

    Curious about the critters that leave "footprints" on snow-covered yards and fields? Our naturalists can help you solve the mystery! Identifying signs of wildlife can teach us a lot about the animals that live in our area. 

  • Two mourning dove birds sit together on a branch
    Mourning Doves © Joshua Goddard

    In the Heart of Winter: 14 Places to Visit with Your Lovebird

    Valentine's Day celebrates love in all its beautiful forms, and while roses and chocolates are classic, there’s something magical about sharing an experience together. This year, why not pair those thoughtful gifts with an adventure that warms hearts and brings you closer?

  • Colorful, starry night sky framed by tree silhouettes
    © Andrew March

    Winter Stargazing

    Winter might seem like a chilly time to be out under the stars at night, but dry air and cool temperatures often make for crystal-clear skies—perfect for winter stargazing.

  • Maple sugar buckets on trees

    Maple Sugaring

    Find out everything there is to know about maple sugaring and how to make maple syrup in Massachusetts. 

Choose Your Path

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Mass Audubon Adventure Map

How many wildlife sanctuaries have you visited? Hit hundreds of miles of trails and check off each sanctuary as you go with this downloadable map.

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All Are Welcome

We are committed to giving everyone a chance to experience nature no matter your age, background, or ability.

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