Wednesday, December 16, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary — 280 Eliot St., Natick, MA
Broadmoor's environments shift with every passing week, which means no two visits are quite the same. Get a sample of all the different phenomena popping up during the season, from wintering birds to animals getting ready for the cold months, as a naturalist leads you through the sanctuary. Using field tools like hand lenses, nets, and binoculars to look closely at what you find will shed light on the intricacies of familiar terrain and give the seasonal changes around you a sharper focus. Get to know the rhythms of this remarkable sanctuary and come away with a deeper appreciation for the natural world right outside your door, whether you're a new or long-time visitor. Meet at the visitor center. Bring sturdy footwear, binoculars, and a refillable water bottle. Expect to travel up to a mile over trails with varied terrain. Field guides are welcome.