School and Group Programs Maple Sugaring Scout Programs Overnights Homeschool Programs Preschool Discovery Programs Classroom Outreach Teacher Workshops Scheduling Information

Moose Hill is a unique sanctuary that has expanded educational opportunities offered at your site or ours in any season. Winter programs include Native American Life, Maple Sugaring, Technology of Sugaring and Tracking. Our trained teacher-naturalists love to share their sense of wonder in and knowledge of the natural world with children of all ages. We try to maintain a ratio of one naturalist to 12 participants on outdoor explorations. Field trip programs may explore the varied habitats of fields, forests, vernal pools, red maple swamps and hilltops. Due to our large system of trails and boardwalks we can serve up to 110 participants for some programs.

Our education staff is available by phone or e-mail to assist both teacher and students with any natural history questions.

Visit Moose Hill—For naturalist-led, hands-on learning.

Schools & Groups: Grades Pre-K to 8
Moose Hill programs have been designed specifically to meet the classroom teacher’s framework goals while providing students with an enriching outdoor learning experience. You may spend a full school day at Moose Hill by selecting two programs or select one program for a partial day. For program descriptions, download the School and Group brochure*.

Maple Sugaring: February and March
Learn about trees, the seasons and American history on these fantastic tours. Weekday programs include Maple Sugaring Season for grades K - 6 and the Technology of Sugaring for middle school students. Groups as well as individuals may register for our Ye Olde Sugaring special event held on two weekends in March. Download our Maple Sugaring brochure* for more information. Get scheduling information.

Scout Groups: Boy Scout and Girl Scout Programs
Let our enthusiastic naturalists lead your group on a trail adventure. Choose from an array of outdoor exploration programs or let us assist your scouts in earning badges. Programs are offered on weekends and on weekday afternoons. For program descriptions, download the Scout Brochure*. Download our Badge List* for a detailed list of which badge requirements we can help you address. Get scheduling information.

Indoor and Outdoor Overnights for Groups
Whether you choose to spend the night under the stars or inside the nature center, an experienced naturalist will lead your group on a night hike. For more information, download the Indoor and Outdoor Overnights flyer*. Get scheduling information.

Homeschoolers
Moose Hill offers a wide variety of nature-related programs for homeschoolers. Our popular Tuesday series for ages 7 - 11 focuses on specific topics that each run for four-to-six weeks. We also offer one-meeting nature and art classes that are offered throughout the school year. For more information, please download our current Homeschool Brochure.*

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At Your Site—Our naturalists come to you!

Preschool Outreach—Discovery Time
Moose Hill teacher/naturalists go on the road to bring environmental education programs to your early childhood center, daycare center, library, or community group. We provide enriching programs designed to capture the attention of active preschoolers through a combination of hands-on discovery, specimens, visuals and stories. Choose from our large selection of Discovery Time topics and/or allow us to lead a nature walk at your site. Field Trip programs are also available. For more information, download the Preschool Program flyer*.

Classroom Outreach—Moose on the Loose
Knowledgeable naturalists provide students with a broader understanding of the natural world. Activities may include interactive discussions, specimen study, and educational games. Programs for K – 6 are adapted to be age appropriate and are 50 minutes in length unless otherwise specified. Inside presentations may be combined with outdoor explorations. For more information, download our Classroom Outreach flyer*.

Teacher Workshops
Our workshops focus on environmental education and provide you with hands-on classroom and outdoor activities. We are a DOE-approved PDP provider. For more information, call Kay Andberg at 781.784.5691 x8102 or e-mail at moosehilledu@massaudubon.org.

Schedule Your Program

To schedule your program, contact the appropriate Education Coordinator as listed below. Please have the following information available when calling:

• Program choice
• Framework standards or badge you wish to meet
• Dates and times available for the program
• Name, address, phone number of your group
• Grade level
• Size of the group (number of children and adults)

Scout and Overnight Programs and Maple Sugaring
Patti Shaver
Phone: 781.784.5691 x8103
E-mail: pshaver@massaudubon.org

Homeschool Programs
Susan Caplan
Phone: 781.784.5691 x8104
E-mail: scaplan@massaudubon.org

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