Fall Family Explorations September 27, 2010

Why do leaves turn color? What happens to birds as the air turns cool? If turtles can't fly south, where do they go in the winter? We'll explore the fields and forests of Drumlin Farm as autumn leaves turn gold and red. We'll check out how thick the wool is on the sheep - will they be warm enough this winter? What do the chickens do when the weather turns colder? Each week we will visit someplace different to enhance our understanding of the natural world and share ideas and activities that we can take home to our own backyards. - - All ages welcome, though oldest child must be at least 2 years old. Up to three children per adult. Fees apply to all participants, both adults and children. "Backpack babies" (under 12 months and carried in a backpack or sling) are welcome free of charge, but please mention these participants when registering. The fee for children between the ages of 12 and 17 months is half the regular participant fee. Mass Audubon family memberships must be current to receive member rates; please consider joining when you register. - - Things You Should Know: - - Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary is a dynamic environment. Occasionally we may make programmatic changes to take advantage of new opportunities or to maintain the safety of the visitors and the animals we care for. - - Children should be the age indicated by the start of each program. - - Programs include time indoors as well as outdoors; please come dressed comfortably for our outdoor adventures! If severe weather occurs please call our cancellation line by dialing 781-259-2200 (press 2 and 2 again). - - In programs where there is a farm to food connection, snacks from the farm may be incorporated. Registration is required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.php?program_code=755-DFP10SU1 for more information.