Butterfly Census

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Saturday, September 01, 2018
10:00am - 12:00pm
Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary
Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary
1280 Horseneck Road
Westport, MA 02790

Savor the last remnants of summer, enjoy some time outdoors and learn about butterflies at the annual Allens Pond Butterfly Census!

This free annual event welcomes butterfly watchers of all ages and skill levels to help census as many areas of Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary as possible. Members of the Massachusetts Butterfly Club will lead teams into different areas of the Sanctuary and provide expertise in identifying butterflies.

Meet at the Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary field station parking lot, located at 1280 Horseneck Rd., Westport, MA at 10am to divide into census teams. Participants should wear long pants, sunscreen and bring water and a snack or lunch.

Registration is required. Please provide full contact information in case of inclement weather.  Rain date will be Sunday, September 2.

Cost: Free

Register Online
For more information:
Phone: (508) 636-2437
Category: Mass Audubon, Massachusetts Butterfly Club
Hosted By: Mass Audubon
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