Enjoy the arrival of spring by participating in Mass Audubon’s Work for Wildlife Statewide Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 25. Join with other volunteers, family, and friends at 16 wildlife sanctuaries across the state from 9 am to noon.

We have a variety of projects for people of all ages and interests–all guaranteed to put you in touch with nature and provide a sense of accomplishment! Projects include (but are not limited to):

• Painting the wildlife blind at Canoe Meadows in Pittsfield
• Preparing butterfly and hummingbird gardens at Felix Neck on Martha’s Vineyard
• Plum Island Beach Cleanup in Newburyport with Joppa Flats
• Constructing an outdoor classroom at Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary in Wenham
• Removing invasive species of plants such as the kiwi and bittersweet vines from many of Mass Audubon’s trails

During last year’s Statewide Volunteer Day, 450 volunteers cleared acres of beaches, spread mulch and woodchips, restored turtle nesting areas, and created new trails. With last year’s turnout, many sanctuaries were able to accomplish weeks of tasks in a single morning.

To show their appreciation, sanctuaries will provide a variety of food and afternoon activities, including BBQs at Wellfleet Bay and Felix Neck, pizza in Pittsfield, a nature walk along Laughing Brook in Hampden, and a live animal presentation at the Blue Hills Trailside Museum in Milton. Find a list of projects and register for one today!

Guest post by Nathan Yeo