The sanctuary offers a variety of activities for the family, as well as for groups. During the summer there are day and evening programs on many nature-related topics. The environment, natural history, habitats, wildflowers, and geology are just a few of the many public programs available. Dedicated bird watchers will enjoy participating in the annual census. The Sanctuary also includes a Natural History Museum, and a migratory Bird Rehabilitation Facility .
Couples can even have their weddings here.
Individual children can participate in any number of special programs and presentations, and Scouts can work toward merit badges here. Each year brings a different theme on which several special programs are based. Programs are suitable for grades 1 - 6. Student Internships are available, as are many volunteer opportunities. School Groups can enjoy a number of educational programs, including Workshops on General Ecology, Plant Succession, Forest Values, Seeds and Seed Dispersal, Insects of Field and Forest, Butterflies, Animal Signs, and Tree Identification.