What does it take to track a songbird's migration across thousands of miles? Find out at Wellfleet Bay's active bird banding station, where researchers have been capturing and releasing birds to study migration patterns since the sanctuary's earliest days. Licensed Master Bander James Junda and the banding team will walk you through how mist nets are set, how birds are safely extracted and measured, and what the data collected tells us about how bird populations are changing over time.... (more)

Please join us on Friday, May 29th for a Summer Pet Fête: a gathering of canines and interested humans at the Edward Gorey House in collaboration with the Animal Rescue League of Boston Brewster Branch.... (more)

The best birding happens before most people are out of bed. This guided morning walk takes you through Wellfleet Bay's remarkable mix of habitats —pine woodland, freshwater pond, salt marsh, and open beach— each one teeming with a different cast of birdlife. A Wellfleet Bay naturalist will lead the way, helping you spot and identify songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and more while sharing what makes Cape Cod such a vital stop along the Atlantic Flyway. The route covers less than 1.5 miles at an easy, exploratory pace, so whether you're a seasoned birder or picking up binoculars for the first time, there's plenty to discover.... (more)

The Wings & Tides Bird Club meets at the library on the first Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Time may adjust slightly with the seasons and setting sun. This club will meet until winter when southern migration starts in earnest. We’ll meet and mingle in the community room, share sightings, photos, successful locations and tips followed by a group migration to the garden for a group sit and observation. Bringing along a portable chair is encouraged (available outdoor seating is limited) and your favorite binoculars.... (more)

The best birding happens before most people are out of bed. This guided morning walk takes you through Wellfleet Bay's remarkable mix of habitats —pine woodland, freshwater pond, salt marsh, and open beach— each one teeming with a different cast of birdlife. A Wellfleet Bay naturalist will lead the way, helping you spot and identify songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and more while sharing what makes Cape Cod such a vital stop along the Atlantic Flyway. The route covers less than 1.5 miles at an easy, exploratory pace, so whether you're a seasoned birder or picking up binoculars for the first time, there's plenty to discover.... (more)

Join Us! Kick off the season in style at our annual Garden Party on Saturday, June 13 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person. Connect with old and new friends in our lovely summer garden while enjoying an array of appetizers and cool beverages.... (more)

The best birding happens before most people are out of bed. This guided morning walk takes you through Wellfleet Bay's remarkable mix of habitats —pine woodland, freshwater pond, salt marsh, and open beach— each one teeming with a different cast of birdlife. A Wellfleet Bay naturalist will lead the way, helping you spot and identify songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and more while sharing what makes Cape Cod such a vital stop along the Atlantic Flyway. The route covers less than 1.5 miles at an easy, exploratory pace, so whether you're a seasoned birder or picking up binoculars for the first time, there's plenty to discover.... (more)

Children and families–“Let's Get Ready to Summer!”, Saturday, June 20 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the library! Enjoy the Mad Science UV Activity Booth, lawn games, Makai Hawaiian Shave Ice, Summer Reading Program kick-off, and more! Free and open to all. (more)

The best birding happens before most people are out of bed. This guided morning walk takes you through Wellfleet Bay's remarkable mix of habitats —pine woodland, freshwater pond, salt marsh, and open beach— each one teeming with a different cast of birdlife. A Wellfleet Bay naturalist will lead the way, helping you spot and identify songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and more while sharing what makes Cape Cod such a vital stop along the Atlantic Flyway. The route covers less than 1.5 miles at an easy, exploratory pace, so whether you're a seasoned birder or picking up binoculars for the first time, there's plenty to discover.... (more)

USATF-Certified 5K and 10K runs USMS-Sanctioned 1-mile competitive swim 1-mile and ½-mile recreational swims 3-mile fitness walk (more)