Wellfleet real estate wellfleet ma homes for sale zillow. Here, salt marsh, pine woodland, freshwater pond, rare heathland, and rapidly disappearing sandy beach, attracts a. Eligible programs must take place within a 12month window corresponding to the upcoming calendar year. Field schools emphasize active outdoor inthefield experiences and are taught by professional naturalists and scientists.
I know how special our properties are to our members, volunteers, and friends. Likely open see when people check in people tend to check in during these times. Fine coastal cuisine, sushi, and raw bar, served in an historic post and beam colonial in the heart of wellfleet. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary summer camp by mass. Wellfleet mass audubon and the wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary will be hosting wild, wild wellfleet later this summer. Programs, classes, and activities for schools, groups, families, children, teens, and adults at mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary. Since monitoring began 11122014, this system has generated 34,420 kilowatt hours of clean energy. The sanctuary entrance is on the left just over the wellfleet eastham town line after the wellfleet drivein theater. Well use a plankton net, scallop drag, and fish pots to bring. Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary is dedicated to empowering students to become curious about nature by providing fun, handson experiences. Wellfleet bays 1,100 acres of salt marsh, sandy beach, pine woodland.
Birders flock to mass audubons 940acre sanctuary, where 5 miles of trails cross. This fascinating collection encompasses artifacts and memorabilia from over 350 years, tracing a link from the towns simple origins as a whaling community, through the fishing and shipping industries that transformed its fortunes during the 18th century, to the. Wellfleet is a town in barnstable county, massachusetts, united states, and is located halfway between the tip and elbow of cape cod. The mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary consists of nearly onethousand acres of diverse woodlands, marshes, and barrier beach habitats that are home to many native and migratory bird species. Since monitoring began 12092010, this system has generated 441,344 kilowatt hours of clean energy. Join us on an upcoming birding program or go birding on your own. Camp wellfleet is a former united states military training camp. Location where guglielmo marconi sent the first transatlantic telegraph to. Or sign up for one of the many programs, whether seining in the tidal creeks. Located on the outer cape, surrounded by portions of the cape cod national seashore, and in an area which is a prime tourist destination, its not surprising that so many people visit this 1200 acre.
Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, cape cod. Audubon mulls wind power for wildlife sanctuary in. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary is a hiking, snowshoeing adventure located in or near wellfleet, ma. With more than 5,000 members and supporters, mass audubon protects 38,000 acres of land throughout massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. Mass audubons wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary youtube. Well use a plankton net, scallop drag, and fish pots to bring up various creatures of the deep for you to see and touch. View from the feeders science coordinator mark faherty recently had a common raven like the one pictured above near the pole barn, the first ever confirmed sighting here. The center also includes a 700 gallon aquarium where you can glimpse the underwater worlds of. And wellfleet bay is in the truest sense of the word a sanctuary for many, especially during difficult times. The event is a quintessential cape cod summer evening under the stars, featuring some of the best local food of the outer cape.
The mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary consists of nearly onethousand acres of diverse woodlands, marshes, and barrier beach. Visitors come from far and wide to walk the nature trails, spot rare birds and other wildlife, and join in on land and sea excursions offered throughout the season. Wellfleet bay hosts a wide variety of birds yearround. The 548th antiaircraft artillery battalion 75mm gun used the camp for a firing range from 19541956. Wellfleet guidebooks wellfleet chamber of commerce. One of the best is mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, with five. Box 797 2357 state highway route 6 wellfleet ma 02667 508 3499428. Its also the perfect place to relax and drink a beer or sip a craft. Spring 2020 programs at wellfleet bay marchmay 397. Outer cape cod offers many ways to lose yourself in nature. To submit in paper format, please contact the council via email for the application form. Task force launched to reopen cape cod safely cape cod a regionwide task force has been assembled to develop strategies for reopening cape cod once it is safe to do so.
Were saddened that the threat posed by covid19 has required mass audubon to temporarily close its sanctuaries to visitors. Macs shack draws inspiration from around the globe, with main. Mass audubon is a nonprofit, taxexempt charitable organization tax identification number 042104702 under section 501c3 of the internal revenue code. A total of 70% of the towns land area is under protection, and nearly half of it is part of the cape cod national seashore. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary wellfleet, usa attractions lonely. The mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary consists of nearly one thousand acres of diverse woodlands, marshes, and barrier beach. The wellfleet historical museum is the headquarters of the dynamic historical society. Fleetians know how to have fun and enjoy fine food and wine, too. A lovely cosy cabin with gorgeous views moments away from wonderful wellfleet with heaps of amazing restaurants the michelinstarred pb boulangerie being the closest, but macs shack excellent too. Programs are available yearround and can take place at the sanctuary or your school. Thank you to all who attended our wild winter night event on march 18th. Wellfleet bays program to study, rescue, document, and protect sea turtles will be fully operational this summer. By supporting one of them, you will be helping to sustain wellfleet bays conservation and education programs.
Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary home. One of the best is mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, with five miles of trails that wend. Macs shack is all about the pure goodness of the seasons local harvest. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary offers a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. One of the best is mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, with. Took a walk at mass audubons wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary today. Wellfleet town walk is a hiking adventure located in or near wellfleet, ma. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary 2020 all you need to. Fmib 48204 small grants for the bedding of the catch at wellfleet under the acts of 1904, the inhabitants of eastham, orleans and wellfleet. Programs for schools at wellfleet bay mass audubon.
Donations to mass audubon are taxdeductible to the full extent provided by law. We offer day camp sessions for campers ages 314 at two cape cod locations. Join naturalists from mass audubons wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary for an upclose look at marine life. Operator bob mauterstock production assistant tom lenox. Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary home facebook. Since 1986, wellfleet bay has offered cape cod field schools, a wide variety of courses for adults that focus on the unique coastal environment and wildlife of cape cod. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary includes 5 miles of scenic trails that wind through the woodlands, salt marsh and barrier beaches of wellfleet bay. Greater yellowlegs, spotted sandpiper, least sandpiper, stilt sa. This council accepts grant proposals both in paper and online formats. Operated by the massachusetts audubon society, the network of trails here. Wellfleet bay offers a multitude of fun and educational naturebased programs for students from preschool through high school.
Wellfleet bay 2012 summer camp brochure by mass audubon. Cahoon museum of american art, cotuit 2 people per pass. Actions we are taking in response to covid19 mass audubon. Mass audubon is actively monitoring the covid19 situation. Throughout the year, the forum presents programs with speakers that provide information on topics of importance, interest, or concern. Mass audubon coastal waterbird program home facebook. Wellfleet friends, business friends, and friends of friends, have a look, this is important. Ice cold wellfleet oysters, tender lobster dripping with butter, mouthwatering sushi, and the freshest seafood served on the cape made exactly how you like it. Mass audubon is one of the largest conservation organizations in new england, with 100,000 members and 35,000 acres of protected land.
Choose 1 or 2week overnight camp sessions for campers ages 914, teen treks for campers ages 1417, or the leadersintraining programs for campers entering grades 1012. Wellfleet offers many fine art galleries and the wellfleet marina. Ma audubon wellfleet bay sanctuary executive director bob prescott. Join naturalists from mass audubon s wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary for an upclose look at marine life.
We have made the difficult decision to close our headquarters, nature centers, museums, and shops, as well as cancel all programs, beginning 5 pm on friday, march, through march 31, 2020. The sanctuary entrance is on the right just before the wellfleet drivein theater. True to our roots, we set out to push the limits of quality with macs shack, without adding the layers of pretension that usually accompany such places. The town had a population of 2,750 at the 2010 census, which swells nearly sixfold during the summer. Wellfleet is the home of the cape cod national seashore headquarters as well as a acre. Whether youre new to nature or an outdoors aficionado, theres something for everyone. Mass audubon coastal waterbird program, cummaquid, ma. Route 6, near the massachusetts audubon societys wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary. M ass audubon, the largest conservation organization in new england, is planning to build a meteorological met tower at its wildlife sanctuary in south wellfleet to determine if the site is. Mass audubon wellfleet bay summer camp brochure 2012. The wellfleet drivein theater, the only drivein theater on cape cod, located in wellfleet, massachusetts along u.
We have many people to thank, and will be adding names to this page, so check back for for more. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved. Wellfleet bay offers a variety of fun, educational family programs, including tidal flats explorations, turtle prowls, and nature themed boat cruises. Turn off the bourne rotary at the exit for rt 6 east. The safety of our visitors, members, staff, and volunteers is our top priority. Receive the latest news from wellfleet harbor actors theater in your inbox.
Hidden in the wellfleet woods are an impressive mass audubon center, the gestalt international study center, and remnants of houses from modern architects marcel breuer, serge chermayeff, and olav hammarstrom. Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary south. Thanks to the massachusetts audubon society the area is part of a network of protected habitats that comprise the wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary. The oakham cultural council exists to promote cultural activities in the oakham community. Mass audubon wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, south wellfleet, ma. Thank you to the friends of the wellfleet library for making these passes possible cape cod. View all hotels near wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary on. This year mass audubon marked the 115th anniversary of our founding in 1896. Berkshire hathaway homeservices cape shores real estate. The town hosts an oyster fest during the month of october with arts and crafts, music and much more. The wellfleet community forum is a civic organization that provides the people of wellfleet, massachusetts an opportunity to. Wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary, south wellfleet ive been told that wellfleet bay wildlife sanctuary hosts more visitors each year than any other mass audubon property. Wellfleet drivein movie theater is situated 3 miles south of south wellfleet.
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