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Mass Audubon protects over 40,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, working to save birds and other wildlife while making nature accessible to the public through sanctuaries and related programs.
The critical reviewers most commonly complained about a lack of animals to see, with some mentioning closed barns during their visit and others objecting on ethical grounds to the treatment of farm animals, and one also noted scattered waste on the grounds.
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Deceptively close to Lincoln Commuter Rail, and absolutely worth it.
Plenty for kids to see and engage with, and a nice spot for adults to walk around. A great family spot.
Indoor picnic area would be nice in colder months, but is a very minor criticism and did not detract from the day.
Wide open fields chock full with growing produce, bee hives right next to the fields and livestock you can interact with in the barn.
The set up is brilliant. It is basically a big oval with stops of the main trail. My little boys (ages 4 and 2.5) could spend the entire day here. It was a warm winter day this day. Wearing rain or snow boots would be ideal so they could splash in the many puddles and mud. There are not places to eat, so bring snacks, drinks and lunch. If you live close by, it is worth becoming a member so that you can come drop by anytime and use the other trails around the area. For boys who like trucks, there are large tractors and farm equipment to see. The cleanest bathrooms are up at the ticket booth.
My adult son and I had a wonderful time walking around and visiting all the farm animals and barn. Great place to be outdoors in a peaceful setting and the fall foliage along the route is gorgeous!
Great one, almost like a zoo (but rather with local / farm-typical animals). Very nice for children!
Great place for some outdoor time with the family. Mass Audubon society membership is a good value of you are going to go more than once.
Great farm for a young family. Tons of animals and reasonable clean as well. Lots of fun for the family on a relaxing day.
The bird hill is a bit lackluster.
Really great farm that houses rescue animals! There should be more places like this. Well kept and the staff are so friendly. So grateful places like this still let us come visit and see the animals especially during a global pandemic.
A wonderful place to learn and spend time with people but many waste scattered.
Have been coming here for a few years and the kids still live it. They're 8 and 5 now. It's especially nice in the summer, to walk the trails but spring is a lovely time for a visit with the new births. There isn't anywhere for food here so bring a picnic, plenty of places to have one for lunch. A couple of restrooms around. Fun, random show cases or crafts at various times and lots to see for a few hours.
Excellent option for kids. You can spend a morning here with ease.
Great place to be outdoor with your kid. There are farm animals and other wildlife. The chicken coop has a wide variety of chickens inside which our son loved. There's a farmers market at the entrance selling the Farm produce, meat, and eggs.
Great place to walk around and see the farm and the animals. I always buy my sunflower seed here. It's high quality, I get a discount from my membership and the proceeds support the farm.
A beautiful working farm run by the Massachusetts Audubon Society. Great family activities and educational events. It is worth getting a Massachusetts Audubon membership just to visit Drumlin Farm!
This was a chill place to wile away a few hours on a warm fall day. We enjoyed seeing piggies, chickens, birds, etc. (I didn t tell my kids they were destined for slaughter.) The hayride was fun.
Suggestion: please get a companion cat for Felix the barnyard cat. And a bunny friend for the injured one. I think these critters could use companionship from their own species.
Really cute for a day trip! Very beautiful to walk around and see all the animals.
sweet place for a walk around. perfect for a run around with kids or to start a bike adventure. Farm Stand, trails, pastures, birds bugs of course, but bigger beasties too.
We were there in March. It is good to see some ecological farming done. We were lucky enogh to see the first tiny lambs and the end of the sugaring season.
The sanctuary provides some great walking trails, but signage could be improved.
This Audubon location is farm focused. Visitors can see all the storybook farm animals: pigs, sheep, chicken, and horses. Much of these park has good signage, and their paper maps also include a scavenger hunt for kids, and upcoming events for adults.
Drumlin Farm camps are amazing camps that have been very educational. For getting to see the behind the scenes of a working farm and help out with daily chores, it is a must-do. The camps cover most of the aspects of the farm, but always have some fun and games to help it all along. The CITs and Councilors are always there to help, along with all of the people on the farm. Best camps and place to walk around EVER!
Sad that those animals are just raised to trust people and then be slaughtered.
Great farn experience, bring kids here and enjoy a afternoon of fun.
Been there many times. Went again with my daughter who want to see the animals, and there was nothing to see, all the barns were closed. On top of that, they charge to enter. Never going back again.
Open year round, but be prepared for muddy paths. Saw many kids with boots and parents grunting with strollers. It's doable with old shoes you don't mind getting a little messy.
I went to Drumlin as a child and it's still a wonderful place to visit!
Drumlin Farm is one of my favorite places in the world. I spent every summer of my childhood as a camper here, and then a counselor in training. The Massachusetts Audubon Society summer camp programs are second to none.
Drumlin Farm itself is open to tourists, and is a really fun family experience. It's a very tiny working farm and and animal sanctuary. There are lots of educational experiences, and the staff is wonderful.
If you've never been, check it out. You won't regret it.
I used to be member in the 70's before moving back to Vermont. Got my start organizing festivals there. Now my son and his family are moving to Massachusetts about an hour away. I'm planning to buy them a family membership. Can't beat it!
Great spot to spend an afternoon with the kids, especially as Fall arrives and pumpkins are abundant. Hay rides, petting barns, education and play spaces; all make for a well-rounded weekend activity.
My kids loved Drumlin Farm! Very fair admission pricing, lots of animals, and they have plenty of bathrooms/hand cleaning stations and even a picnic area. Just a note, buy your tractor ride tickets at the admission counter before you start to explore...the ride picks up at the red barn which is in the middle of the farm.
spent a lot of time there as a kid, want to take my kids there.
dear drewster, there is no pill for obnoxiosness. children are a product of their parents, and if they can't behave in public, it's only a reflection on their training. don't blame them. blame the ones that raised 'em.
Love the animals here and in the spring time they have babies to see. Nice place to visit.
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With more than 135,000 members and supporters, Mass Audubon protects over 40,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved.
Mass Audubon: Protecting Wildlife and Preserving Nature in Massachusetts
Mass Audubon is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to protecting wildlife and preserving nature in Massachusetts for over 100 years. With more than 135,000 members and supporters, Mass Audubon is the largest conservation organization in New England. The organization's mission is to protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and wildlife alike.
Mass Audubon was founded in 1896 by Harriet Hemenway and Minna Hall, two Boston socialites who were concerned about the widespread killing of birds for their feathers. They organized a group of women to boycott feathered hats and instead wear simple bands of ribbon as a symbol of their support for bird protection. This movement eventually led to the founding of Mass Audubon.
Today, Mass Audubon protects over 40,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, including forests, wetlands, grasslands, beaches, and other habitats that are home to hundreds of species of birds and other wildlife. The organization manages more than 30 wildlife sanctuaries across the state where visitors can explore nature trails, observe wildlife up close at bird feeders or on guided tours with naturalists.
One such sanctuary is Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary located in Lincoln which offers visitors an opportunity to experience farm life while learning about local agriculture practices as well as observing native animals like owls or foxes up close.
Another popular sanctuary is Joppa Flats Education Center located on Plum Island which provides educational programs on marine life along with opportunities for bird watching from its observation deck overlooking salt marshes teeming with migratory shorebirds during spring migration season.
In addition to managing these sanctuaries across the state Mass Audubon also works closely with local communities businesses government agencies schools farmers landowners volunteers scientists researchers policymakers advocates donors foundations corporations media partners etc., all working together towards common goals such as protecting endangered species restoring degraded habitats reducing carbon emissions promoting sustainable development etc..
The organization also conducts research on various aspects related to conservation science including climate change impacts habitat restoration invasive species management biodiversity monitoring citizen science education outreach advocacy policy development fundraising communications marketing branding etc..
Mass Audubon's work has been recognized nationally by organizations like National Geographic Society American Bird Conservancy Environmental Defense Fund Natural Resources Defense Council Sierra Club World Wildlife Fund etc.. It has also received numerous awards from local organizations such as Boston Globe Foundation Boston Society Of Landscape Architects Conservation Law Foundation Environmental Business Council Of New England Green Building Council Of Greater Boston Harvard Forest Land Trust Alliance League Of Women Voters MA Association For Community Living MA Association Of Conservation Commissions MA Department Of Agricultural Resources MA Department Of Conservation And Recreation MA Executive Office Of Energy And Environmental Affairs MA Historical Commission Metropolitan Area Planning Council Mystic River Watershed Association Trustees Of Reservations US Fish And Wildlife Service US Green Building Council Urban Ecology Institute Worcester Tree Initiative Etc..
If you're interested in supporting Mass Audubon's mission you can become a member donate volunteer attend events participate in citizen science projects or simply visit one of its many sanctuaries across Massachusetts. By doing so you'll be helping protect our natural heritage while enjoying some amazing outdoor experiences!