Two walks in one! Explore part or all of the Wellfleet Audubon’s lovely system of trails. Join us for 3 moderately-paced miles and finish there or you’ll have the option to continue on for an additional 1.5-mile loop at a fast pace.

Meet at 10:45 AM for sign-in and stretching to begin walking promptly at 11 AM. This walk is tide-dependent. Hosted by Brenda Brown with Sweep TBD.

• Prerequisite: Instructional Clinic and for those wishing to complete the entire 4.5-mile route, you must have walked at least two recent 4+ mile walks at a moderate-fast pace.
• Distance: 3 OR 4.5 miles. You may choose to finish after 3 miles; we will be back at the parking lot then.
• Pace: We will start off moderate, then the 2^nd section will be at a fast pace.
• Terrain: Varied-hard packed with some roots, inclines, possible mud, boardwalk. Carbide tips are best, but always bring rubber tips.

For Your Safety: Consider the weather forecast when booking a walk. WATER MUST BE CARRIED ON ALL WALKS! In consideration of personal and group safety, if you arrive without water, you will not be allowed to walk. Dress for the weather and protect yourself from the elements. Choose appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Use repellent to protect yourself from ticks, which are active year-round.

We will all start off at a moderate pace to explore the lovely Silver Spring and the boardwalks of the Goose Pond trail for about 3 miles. You can finish your walk there as we will be back at the Nature Center and parking lot at this point. Or, if you want to add more distance and to pick up the pace, continue on with us along the Bay View trail for more gorgeous views of the bay and an additional 1.5 miles at a faster pace.

• Limit 1 walk per day and 3 bookings per week (Sunday to Saturday) to give others the chance to walk. If you are already holding 3 bookings for the week of this walk, please do not sign up.
• Wear your CCNW ID badge.
• Sun protection such as hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen is recommended.
• Restrooms and water are available. Bring tissue in a plastic bag in case of a bio break need.
• If your plans change, kindly cancel your booking at least 24 hours in advance of walk start time so other walkers may join.

This walk is authorized by the MA Audubon.

MA Audubon charges a fee of $8, over 65 $5, members are free. They regularly run a special of $35 for new members (not renewals) for an annual family membership that you can sign up for and get more information about online.

Walk may be canceled, changed, or rescheduled for weather or other reasons. Cancellation decision will be made at least 2 hours in advance. Check your email (including spam) before driving to the walk. If a walk is canceled, registrants will receive a system-generated email and the walk will no longer be visible in the event listing or on the calendar.

291 State Highway (Route 6), South Wellfleet

Coming from Eastham on Route 6 look for Wellfleet Motel on right side of the road and Wellfleet Drive In on the left side of road. Then look for sign on left side of the road for the Wildlife Sanctuary. You drive down a long drive before arriving at the parking area.