Public Programs
WRWA offers hands-on, interactive programs in the River Center and outdoor exploration opportunities in natural places throughout the watershed.
In the River Center
Open Days in the River Center
The River Center will host themed children's events throughout the year. The events will feature our fish tanks, interactive sand table, high powered microscope as well as themed activities and crafts for children. All ages are welcome and admission is free!
Open 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Fall Schedule:​
Friday - Saturday
10 am - 2pm daily
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​Next open days:
November 6 & 7 - Dino Discovery
Adult and Family Programs
Puzzlepalooza: Nature Edition
Wednesday, December 9
5:30 - 7:30 pm
$40/team (up to 4 players per team)
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Put your puzzle-building skills to the test! Gather a team of up to 4 people and race to complete a 500 piece wildlife-themed jigsaw puzzle. Be the first to finish and claim bragging rights and a WRWA dune t-shirt for each team member. All teams get to keep the puzzle. Doors open at 5. Puzzle building starts promptly at 5:30. Come early to get seated. Feel free to bring drinks and snacks for your team. Ages 8 and up welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.​
Location: River Center, 493 Old County Rd. Westport
Nature Talks Speaker Series
Ode to Ospreys with Gina Purtell
Thursday, November 19
6 p.m.
FREE
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Location: Westport Library, 408 Old County Rd.
In the Watershed
Gooseberry Island Clean-up
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
FREE
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Join us at Gooseberry Island for a COASTSWEEP beach clean up. No registration required! Just come the day of.
Gloves and bags provided. All ages welcome!
We will be documenting the waste collected by hand with a paper form and pencil, or through the Clean Swell App that volunteers can download before the clean up. Those interested can download the app here: https://oceanconservancy.org/work/plastics/cleanups-icc/clean-swell-app/ . Participants can sign the Beach Cleanup Waiver the day of or sign up here: https://www.mass.gov/forms/coastsweep-volunteer-waiver-form
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We will be set up in the parking lot. Hope to see you there!
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Cancellation Policy for Family Programs:
Any cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance will receive a full refund. Cancellations made after that will not receive a reimbursement.
If WRWA has to cancel a program, full reimbursements will be provided.
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Need help registering or have questions?
Please contact:
Kim Botelho, Education Director
508-636-3016 ext. 1006, K.Botelho@westportwatershed.org