Mass Audubon Moose Hill December Happenings

Mass Audubon Moose Hill   December Happenings

Free Star Parties:  Join local astronomers and view the night sky through their big telescopes. The event is on-going, so drop in for the entire time, or just some of the evening. Park in the Nature Center lot and bring a flash light to follow the marked, self guided path to find the viewing field. This program is cancelled if sky conditions are cloudy; call 781-784-5691 x8103 after 6 pm for a recorded message about the status of the program Family Program Sunday, December 18; 7 – 10 pm   

 Sunday Saunters:   Join Patti Austin for a relaxed, on-the-trail interpretative walk featuring the themes listed above. Walks are cancelled in inclement weather; call prior to attending if the weather is questionable.  Bring your nature questions and sense of wonder. Free  Sundays, 3 – 4 pm December 18

 Beach Party:  Join  in the fun of an indoor beach party. Bring a beach towel from home for our story time. Sip lemonade before creating a beach scene complete with sand and shells. Think back to the dog days of summer as we get ready to welcome winter. Fee per session: $8 -$11 Ages 4-6  Wed, December 14; 10 – 11:30 am: December 14; 1 – 2:30 pm

 Welcome Winter:   Search for winter’s arrival. Hike, explore, play games, and enjoy the arrival of a new season. This program will combine indoor learning time and outdoor exploration. Celebrate with a cup of hot chocolate. Fee per session: $8 -11  Ages  4-6 Wednesday, December 21; 10 – 11:30 am Wednesday, December 21; 1 – 2:30 pm

 Coyote  Howl:    Coyotes  are Moose Hill residents, but why are they so hard to find? Peek into the lives of this elusive mammal through stories, games, and a craft. A short walk will be included to search for coyote signs and for a good howling session.  Fee per session: $8 - $11 non- Ages 4-6   Thursday, December 22; 10 – 11:30 am Thursday, December 22; 1 – 2:30pm

 Terrific Trees:   Do you have a favorite tree? What makes it special? Check out a variety of habitats for cool trees at Moose Hill. Look for any leaves still clinging to the branches, search for abandoned nests, spy for burls, and more. Complete the program with a craft and story.  Fee per session: $8- $11    Ages 4-6 Thursday, December 1; 10 – 11:30 am  Thursday , December 1; 1 – 2:30 pm

Rock On:    Search both inside and outside for rocks. Discover how rocks  are made while searching for a perfect rock to take home. Compare a chocolate cookie to rocks…then munch on the cookie. Enjoy a story on how everybody needs a rock.  Fee per session: $8- $11  Ages  4-6  Thursday, December 8; 10 – 11:30 am Thursday, December 8; 1 – 2:30 pm

 Art in the Park:   Use nature as your muse while creating art. Each class will feature a variety of art media for budding artists to try based on the topics listed above. Each class may feature outdoor time, so be sure to dress for the weather. Fee per session: $9 - $12  Ages 6-11 Thursday 3:30 – 5 pm  December 22; Paper Art

 Kitchen Science:   Science is everywhere! Use items from a typical kitchen to help in understanding the scientific method. Chemical Reactions will feature experiments that fizz, pop, and ooze. Straws and Strings will feature exciting experiments with the items in the title. Hot and Cold  will feature making home-made ice cream in a baggie and hot topics. Some experiments will be outdoors, so be sure to dress for the weather. Thursday December 8; 3:30-5:00  Fee : $9-$12  Ages 6-11

 Wednesday Outings:   After a day in school, get ready to get outside and move! Hike, explore, observe, play games, and have fun while exploring Moose Hill. Participants will help decide the group’s destination for these monthly investigative walks. Dress for active  outdoor  exploration Wednesdays, 3:30 – 5 pm  December 14;  Fee per session: $9- $12  Ages 6-11

 Moose Hill  Walkers:  Join Patti Austin for a weekly morning walk. See the arrival of fall while learning the trails for walks later on your own. Participants must be able to maintain a steady walking pace for the hour. Walks held rain or shine. Mondays, 8 – 9 am December 5, 12, 19;   Fee: $20 - $30 Fee per walk: $5 - $8