The South Shore YMCA Nature Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education of natural and cultural environments of the South Shore.
Our mission is to provide natural science experiences that educate, excite, and commit all generations to preserve the environment and encourage responsible use, stewardship, and enjoyment of our natural resources.
Located on 30 acres surrounded by 200 acres of town conservation/recreation land consisting of meadows, woodland, and a pond, the South Shore YMCA Nature Center is home to our Nature Center Preschool and summer day camp, Nature Adventures Camp.
Monday – 9:00am – 1:00pm
Tuesday – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Wednesday – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Thursday – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Friday – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday / Sunday: Check website for special programs
*Entry to the EcoZone Museum is free for self-guided visits during building operating hours. We always recommend calling before your visit to confirm any changes to the hours.
Open daily from dawn to dusk!
Friendly Reminder: We are an outdoor education center with numerous programs and a preschool onsite. While education programs are in session, you’re welcome to explore areas of the property not in use!
Please leave all pets at home for the safety of the animals at the center. Enjoy your visit!
Nature Center Preschool at the South Shore YMCA Natural Science Center supports young children’s investigations and ignites their passion for learning. By highlighting the interconnectedness of humans with the natural world, we provide a foundation of stewardship, inquiry, and innovative thinking.
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Our Nature Adventures Camp is an outdoor recreational summer day camp that offers exciting opportunities for children to learn about the natural world while they explore our 30 acres of woodlands and fields, with rambling nature trails, numerous vernal pools and quick access to Jacobs Pond.
Visit us to explore our interpretive nature trails for hiking, access to 200 acres of conservation land, an outdoor amphitheater and picnic area, Children's Garden, birds...and more.
