Focus on Birds: Special Behind the Scenes Tour of Parker River NWR
Parker River NWR Headquarters/Visitor Center 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, United StatesThis special edition of the refuge’s Behind the Scenes (BTS) tour will be led by veteran birder, and refuge volunteer, Bill Gette. While the tour will follow the usual BTS route, the leader will place a special emphasis on the birds that are typically found on the refuge in the spring. Participants are encouraged to…
Bicycle Tour of Great Bay NWR
Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge 4 Arboretum Drive, Newington, NH, United StatesJoin a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour, by bicycle, of Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge, located in Newington, NH. Participants will have an opportunity to visit areas of the refuge that are not normally open to the public. See a diversity of habitats and learn how the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service…
Climate Change and Its Effects on Plum Island and Us
Parker River NWR Headquarters/Visitor Center 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, United StatesHear a lot about climate change in the news and want to get an idea how it affects you and local wildlife? Join a refuge ranger and biologist on a special behind the scenes tour down Parker River National Wildlife Refuge covering one of the most talked about topics today. Stops will be made along…
Woodcock Walk at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Parker River NWR Lot#1Each spring American woodcocks engage in one of nature’s most fascinating courtship displays. Here’s your chance to witness this “sky dance” up close and in-person! This program is appropriate for ages 8 and older. Meet the ranger on the deck of the visitor contact station at parking lot 1. Bring binoculars and a flashlight. Program…
Birding the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Parker River NWR Headquarters/Visitor Center 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, United StatesMeet Park Ranger Bill Isaacson for an informative birding tour on the refuge. This tour will concentrate on warbler identification, on the habits and habitats of local birds, and where to go to maximize bird viewing opportunities. This tour is limited to 8 people. Please wear sturdy shoes and proper outerwear. Some walking will be…
Woodcock Walk at Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge 4 Arboretum Drive, Newington, NH, United StatesEach spring American woodcocks engage in one of nature’s most fascinating courtship displays. Here’s your chance to witness this “sky dance” up close and in-person! This program is appropriate for ages 8 and older. Meet the ranger in front of the Great Bay office, just opposite the parking lot. Bring a flashlight and binoculars, if…
Wind, Weather, Ice & Everything Nice (And By That, We Mean Ice Cream!)
Parker River NWR Headquarters/Visitor Center 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, United StatesHow do clouds form? What is the wind? Why do we put salt on icy roads in the winter? Join us for fun science experiments for kids investigating wind, weather, and ice. Create a cloud in a jar! Make a take home weather vane. Best of all, experiment with making your own ice cream in…