The Terrapins of Sandy Neck

Explore Sandy Neck for this State-threatened brackish water turtle. Check nesting habitat for large females digging nests and laying eggs and learn about local conservation efforts to protect nests. With a Mass Audubon naturalist and a Sandy Neck park ranger as guides, investigate areas closed to the public where terrapin turtles lay their eggs and learn how they make their homes in the marsh. Watch as the quarter-sized newborns emerge from the nest and make the treacherous journey from their sandy dune nests to the safety of the marsh. This tour includes walking in soft sand.

Instructions and Directions:
PROGRAM MEETS AT SANDY NECK
From Route 6A on the Sandwich/Barnstable line, take Sandy Neck Rd. to the park gatehouse.

Registration is required. Register online or call 508-362-7475 to register by phone.

Register by mail: program registration form (PDF 66K)

For your own security, DO NOT send credit card information via email.

For more information, contact:
Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary
345 Bone Hill Road, P.O. Box 235
Cummaquid, MA 02637
longpasture@massaudubon.org