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East Sandwich Game Farm Spring & Summer Calendar of Adult Recreational Programs The Thornton Burgess Society is happy to offer Recreational Programs for adults Spring through the Fall at the East Sandwich Game Farm. Join our Resident Naturalist, Jonathan Gottsche, for these walks, talks and paddling events at this appealing location. Call us for information 508.888.6870. Programs are not pre-registered, check and cash only accepted payment. _____________________________ Coffee with a Naturalist (this is a Seated Program) This seated program lasts 1 1/2 hours, sitting at Nature’s Classroom, a bench or picnic table. Participants may bring their own folding chair. Seated Programs will bring informative content without the rigors of walking through the East Sandwich Game Farms nature trails. Special access can be arranged for participants with wheelchair or other assistive devices. Come out to the East Sandwich Game Farm and experience the magnificent beauty of the Cape Cod landscape. The fee for this is $6.00 for the public and Free for Members of the Burgess Society. Description: Join us on the picnic tables overlooking beautiful Scorton Salt Marsh and enjoy a great cup of coffee with the Resident Naturalist at the East Sandwich Game Farm. Bring your questions about nature. We haven’t heard it all, but we do find answers to many questions. Learn the tricks to attracting wildlife to your yard, observing nature in the park or uncover what the big deal is with bird watching? Topics vary by the participants and each week we will try to answer your questions. If you have made an observation, noticed something different or just want to talk about nature and natural history, come on over and have Coffee with a Naturalist.
This easy walking program lasts 1 1/2 hours and covers a distance of 1 to 2 miles over broad walking paths & road at the Game Farm. Benches are available along the route and the bathroom facility can be accessed at the program’s end. The fee for this walk is $8.00 for the Public and $4.00 for Members of the Burgess Society. Description: When the last Heath Hen called for a mate, Thornton W. Burgess listened. What happened to the Heath Hen and what lessons can we learn from the disappearance of this robust little game bird? Join us for an informative walk to learn about habitat, bird populations and possible consequences we may face in the future with our feathered friends. This walk and talk will cover a variety of topics. We will discuss these questions and more as we hike the East Sandwich Game Farm.
This program lasts 1 ½ hours and covers a distance of 1 to 2 miles and will include mucking about in a salt marsh and wading through the tidal Scorton Creek. We may experience slippery footing and biting flies. A long-sleeved shirt and pants are recommended. Those who put up with this will be rewarded with stunning scenery and a personal look into one of the earth’s most magnificent ecosystems. The fee for these guided walks is $8.00 for non-members and $4.00 for members of the Burgess Society. Meet at the Fisherman’s landing parking area at scheduled times. Description: John Teal and Mildred Teal wrote of the diverse wonders of the Salt Marsh. Come to the East Sandwich Game Farm for a fun hike to learn about salt marsh plants and animals and hear why these soggy spots are important to all of us. Scorton Creek flows out of the Game Farm toward the Barnstable Salt Marsh, the largest marsh on Cape Cod, and we’ll check it out. Wear some slogging footgear because with this entertaining hike we hope to get a little muddy.
(Scorton Creek & Salt Marsh by Canoe) (this is a Canoe Program) Canoe Programs last 3 hours. Exploring nature at eye level from a canoe is a perfect way to see the world we share. The route taken will depend on tide and will ply basic routes for the less-than-skilled paddler. Pack a snack and use waterproof containers for items you do not wish to get wet. Binoculars, bug repellent and clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy and wet will be helpful. The fee for this is $25.00 for the public and $20.00 for Members of the Burgess Society. Description: Jenny's Dam River, Mill, Shove and Scorton Creeks flow through the Game Farm toward the western arm of the Barnstable Salt Marsh, the largest marsh on Cape Cod. Join us for a first-hand introduction to and exploration of this remarkable habitat. We will learn about salt marsh plants and animals that cope in this amazing environment and discover just why these soggy spots are important to all of us. All participants should have basic swimming skills. A good sense of balance and basic canoe skills will help.
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SP=Seated Program, EW=Easy Walking, TW=Tricky Walking,
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