Public Programs
wells national estuarine research reservePublic programs are a high priority at the Wells Reserve. We are pleased to offer a diverse slate of inexpensive activities throughout the year.
Guided Tours
Easy walks that last 1½ or 2 hours. Free. Groups of 10 or more must make arrangements in advance.
Upcoming Events
- Signs of Wildlife Aug 2
- Secrets of a Salt Marsh Aug 6
- Wildflower Walk Aug 9
- Trees on the Trails Aug 10
- Secrets of a Salt Marsh Aug 12
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Special Programs
Seasonal sessions with a sharp focus. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- CANCELED: Botanical Illustration & Designed by Nature Aug 1
- Artist Reception: George Burk Aug 2
- Life Between the Tides Aug 3
- Wells Reserve Management Authority meeting Aug 3
- Geocaching 101 Aug 5
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Lunch 'n' Learns
Informal noon-time brown bags. Suggested $2 donation includes admission. Bring your lunch.
Upcoming Events
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Evening Programs
Diverse offerings in Mather Auditorium. Suggested $5 donation includes site admission.
Upcoming Events
- B.A.T.S. Sep 21
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Preschool Programs
These programs are best for boys and girls who are 3 to 5 years old. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- Singing Bird Explorers Aug 4
- Bugs and Blossoms Explorers Day Camp Aug 10
- Beach Explorers Aug 28
- Migrating Bird Explorers Sep 14
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Just for Kids
Half-day and full-day nature programs that let kids explore, create, experiment, and play. For ages 6 to 9.
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Junior Researchers
Week-long day camps introduce kids 9 to 12 to ecology and the study of nature.
Upcoming Events
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Training Programs
Putting science to work for people whose decisions impact coastal environments. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Volunteer Training
Informative sessions prepare you to teach school groups, lead public programs, join monitoring efforts, or patrol trails. Free.
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Bird Walks and Audubon Talks
Upcoming Events
- Bird Banding Demonstration Aug 4
- Bird Banding Demonstration Aug 11
- Bird Walk Aug 14
- Bird Banding Demonstration Aug 18
- Bird Banding Demonstration Aug 25
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Festivals & Celebrations
Special events bring people together
Upcoming Events
- 23rd Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival Sep 11
- Punkinfiddle, A National Estuaries Day Celebration Sep 25
- Laudholm 5K Run & 2.5K Walk Sep 26
- eco-sports day Sep 26
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
