News Release

Ranger-Guided Programs Explore National Seashore’s Fall Treasures

Date: October 1, 2021
Contact: Sue Moynihan, 508-957-0738

WELLFLEET, Mass – Fall is the perfect time to explore the national seashore. Days are typically pleasant, with blue skies, comfortable temperatures, and lower humidity. National seashore rangers are offering free programs through October, including dune hikes, salt marsh rambles, a photography hike, short talks at visitor centers, and a beach walk focused on sharks and seals. Superintendent Carlstrom will host an annual seashore update, and there will be an event to celebrate the recent completion of a boardwalk rehabilitation project in Wellfleet. Bring a mask to programs in case social distancing is not possible. The following programs are offered through October:

Sharks and Seals: Cape Cod’s Dynamic Duo Walk: Explore the relationship between these two species and the roles they play in maintaining a healthy marine environment. Offered Fridays at 10 am at Head of the Meadow Beach, Truro (meet the ranger there, no reservation needed) and Saturdays at 9:30 am at Coast Guard Beach, Eastham (reservation required, call 508-255-3421 ext. 9 to register). Both programs last one hour and involve a walk of up to one mile in loose sand.

Discover Nauset Marsh Walk: Explore the fascinating array of plants, animals, and history along the Nauset Marsh Trail. Offered Sundays at 11 am. One hour, one-mile, leisurely stroll. Meet the ranger at Salt Pond Visitor Center. No reservation needed.

Stories of the Seashore: Explore the enchanting dune landscape of unusual plants and wild cranberry bogs. Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, up to 2 hours, 1-2 miles in loose sand. Wear closed-toe shoes. Meet the ranger at Province Lands Visitor Center. No reservation needed.

Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Celebration: Join seashore staff and Friends of the Cape Cod National Seashore to learn about and celebrate completion of a $150k rehabilitation project and to recognize donors. October 7 at 10 am. Meet at the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trailhead in Wellfleet.

Seashore Soundings: Annual presentation and conversation with seashore Superintendent Brian Carlstrom about park projects and resources. October 21 at 4 pm at the Salt Pond outdoor amphitheater.

Photography Hike: Explore the Great Island Trail with your camera and a ranger photographer. Monday, October 18 at 2 pm. This is a challenging, 3-4 mile walk that includes soft sand and steep climbs and descents. Reservations required, call 508-487-1256 to register.

For more information about national seashore programs visit Calendar - Cape Cod National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

**Edited on 10/9/21 to reflect that the Seashore Soundings program has been rescheduled from 10/14 to 10/21 from 4 to 5 pm.**