Mashpee Interpretive Nature Tours – Childs River Exploration

Enjoy a hike through Cape Cod woodlands, cranberry bogs and along the Childs River Conservation Area. Meet at the Childs River Conservation Area. Directions: From the Mashpee Rotary, take Route 151. Take a left onto Old Barnstable Road. Take first left after Leatherleaf Drive. Pull off to the parking area on the left side of the road.

The Mashpee Conservation Department is continuing its schedule of free Naturalist-guided tours of Mashpee’s unique and diverse conservation areas. Tours last for an average of 1 to 2 hours but may be longer or shorter, depending on the wishes of the participants. All ages are invited and children are encouraged to come. Many nature programs are designed for children
and their families. Further information can be obtained from the Mashpee Conservation Department at 539-1400, ext. 8540, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Guide maps for many conservation areas are available at the Conservation Department at the Mashpee Town Hall. Tours may be cancelled in the event of stormy weather.