Holiday Holly Hike at Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary
| Hours: | 10-11:30am |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | Nature & Outdoors |
The sanctuary boasts more than 65 types of hollies, ranging from American to Asian to European specimens, as well as the rare Franklinia tree. We'll learn about the natural history of Ashumet’s 50 original hollies, which were propagated by former property owner—and the first Agriculture Secretary of Massachusetts—Wilfred Wheeler.
You won't go home empty-handed, either! Bring a grocery bag to gather your own holly boughs for the holidays. Holly Guides will be handed out free of charge. Your holly boughs can be used in stunning seasonal decorations like centerpieces or garlands, and holly sprigs make beautiful finishing touches on gift-wrapped presents!
Cost
Members: $10/adult, $8/child
Nonmembers: $12/adult, $10/child
Suitable for adults and children ages 12 and older.
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Members: $10/adult, $8/child Nonmembers: $12/adult, $10/child Suitable for adults and children ages 12 and older.
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/long-pasture/news-events/holiday-holly-hike
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Falmouth
Driving Directions
From Rt 3 or Rt I-495 south: Cross over the Bourne Bridge. After the bridge, go around the rotary and follow Rt 28 south toward Falmouth. At the intersection of Rt 28 and Rt 151 in North Falmouth, take a right onto Rt 151 east and follow it for 4 miles. Turn left on Currier Road and then take the first right onto Ashumet Road. The sanctuary entrance is the first left.
From the Mashpee rotary: Take Rt 151 west for 3 miles. Turn right onto Currier Road and take the first right onto Ashumet Road. The sanctuary entrance is the first left.
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