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!
First Saturday of each month 10 am - 2 pm
Upcoming Programs:
April 6: Earth & Space - featuring the solar eclipse happening on 4/8
May 4: Good Bugs & Gardens
June 1: Reptile Round-Up
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Special School Vacation Open Days 10am - 2pm:
Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19: Earth Day Celebration
Enjoy these special, free open days being offered during school vacation. We will have hands-on activities, crafts, and exhibits on local animals and citizen science efforts including FrogWatch USA, Globe Observer, and Cornell's Project Feeder Watch. Learn how to make clouds in a bottle and a take home cloud viewer, play a frogs of MA memory game and learn their calls, and more. Fun for the whole family!
Beauty & the Bees
Sunday, May 12, 10-11:30 am
Celebrate Mother's Day at WRWA during Beauty & the Bees. Kim, WRWA's Education Director will present a talk on bees, the importance of pollinators, and how you can help them. Following the presentation, we will use honey to make a lotion and facial mask you can use to pamper yourself when you get home. We will also provide additional beauty recipes using honey including a firming mask, hair shine, mouthwash and more. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.
Registration open until May 5th or until space is filled.
$25/person
My Summer with Ospreys Book Release with author Pamela Lowell
Saturday, May 18, 1-5 pm
A therapist's journey towards hope, community" and healing the planet. There will be music, refreshments, raffle items, and video presentations at 2 and 4 pm. ​
SAVE THE DATE
Pollinator Party with Butterfly Effect Farm
Sunday, May 19, 2-4 pm
Details coming soon!
In the Watershed
Earth Day Beach Clean Up
Saturday, April 20, 10am - 12pm
Join us for a morning of service cleaning Horseneck Beach in celebration of Earth Day. We will provide trash bags, gloves, and trash grabbers. No registration required.
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South Coast Strolls
We are excited to partner with the Westport Land Conservation Trust for South Coast Strolls. These walks are offered in and around Westport focusing on birds, plants, and other interesting wildlife we see along the way. Free for all.
Tuesday, May 7 - Old Harbor Wildlife Refuge
Thursday, May 16 - Gooseberry Island
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Gooseberry Island Birding
Saturday, June 1, 7 am
Join Master Bird watcher and photographer, Paul Champlin, on Gooseberry Island. This is a major stopping off point on the migration path of many birds. We will meet in the parking area.
$10/person
Dune Hike at Cherry & Webb
Saturday, June 8 (rain date 6/9)
Explore the wondrous dunes and paths of the Cherry & Webb Conservation Area with WRWA Executive Director Deborah Weaver. This protected area by the ocean is filled with interesting plants and animals, and affords spectacular views of the southern shore. Participants will meet at 8 a.m. at the Westport Town Beach Parking Area on Cherry & Webb Lane. One day permits will be available for anyone who does not have a Town Beach Permit.
$10/person
Headwaters Hike with Green Futures
Saturday, June 15
Hike to the Headwaters of the Westport River Watershed with Green Futures of Fall River. This out-of-the-way location is a surprise to all who venture into this untouched landscape where the Westport River has its beginning.
$10/person
Cancellation Policy for Family Programs:
Any cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance will receive a full refund. Cancellations made the day of the program 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, WEP@WRWA.com