What do Red-Tailed Hawks and Box Turtles have in common? They are both native species that call the South Shore YMCA Nature Center home! They also both play important roles in our local ecosystem.

Join an Environmental Educator for a visit to our new Creature Corner. Enjoy storytime, help feed our animal ambassadors, and explore hands-on creativity and STEM activities at your own pace. Discover our fascinating natural collections and experience what makes nature so amazing, up close.

This is a family-friendly program and will take place primarily indoors. Please bring appropriate layers if you’d like to explore our grounds, trails, and outdoor animals during and/or after the program.

• All children must be accompanied by a caregiver
• Please purchase a ticket for each individual attending (adults and children) - Enter number of tickets needed under "Quantity" - (Age 2 and under are free)

Questions: Email [email protected]