The Norcross Wildlife Foundation is pleased to announce the return of its winter lecture series after a two-year break necessitated by the pandemic. We are also pleased that our programs …
The Norcross Wildlife Winter Lecture Series Returns
LaFond Oak Forest Program – Walk to Vineca Pond
The Norcross Wildlife Foundation is proud to present the annual LaFond Oak Forest Program in memory of Eugene W. LaFond and Helen Mason LaFond on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at …
The Power of Nature
These two white pine trees, right on the “Timber Art” section of our public trails, were destroyed by a lightning strike on the afternoon of August 26th, 2022. Trees are …
Restoring a Pitch Pine-Oak Upland Forest at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
Our Director of Applied Ecology, Dan Wilder, recently shared some interesting information on the cryptic pine barrens located on Norcross lands for the Ecological Landscape Alliance Newsletter. Click on the …
Our Trails are Open for the Season!
The Norcross Wildlife Foundation nature trails are open to the public for hiking and nature viewing. Located at 30 Peck Road in Wales, with ample parking and portable restroom facility, …
Saturday Walks – Peruse the Ponds and Scenic Woods Walk
Peruse the Ponds On Saturday, September 10, 2022 join us for a guided walk around a few of the beautiful ponds at the Sanctuary. Observe a variety of habitats along …
Southern New England Oak Resiliency: Lessons Learned, Looking Forward
A Workshop and Field Tour hosted by the Forest Stewards Guild and The Norcross Wildlife Foundation When: Thursday, August 25th, 2022Where: Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary, 30 Peck Road, Wales, MA 01081 …
Wednesday Walks – Free Guided Walks through the Sanctuary
Join us on a walk through our Sanctuary every Wednesday morning beginning June 22 and ending on September 21. Observe a variety of habitats along the way as we travel …
Good Finds at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
One of my favorite parts of the work at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary is the time I get to spend with the interns and our visitors. Educating the next generation of …
2021-2022 School Programs
Attention teachers, scout leaders and home school parents: Our 2021-2022 classroom programs are now available to schedule. Due to uncertain times, our programs are currently limited to outdoor activities only. …