June Events at Scusset Beach State Reservation

Bring water, wear sunscreen/bug spray, dress in layers, and wear good footwear. An adult must accompany children. Rain cancels events for the day. Scusset Beach State Reservation is located at the end of Scusset Beach Road in Sandwich. For more information call (508) 888-0859 or visit www.mass.gov/dcr. 

Beach Exploration: Beach Geology Tuesday, June 18, 3-4 p.m.

You’ll enjoy this opportunity to explore Scusset Beach with the Park Interpreter. This week we will focus on beach geology, so join us for some fun at the beach! Meet at the end of the Scusset Beach boardwalk.

Investigating the Past Through Plants & Soil Wednesday, June 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Clues to the past can be seen by learning to read the landscape. Find out how plants and soil provide a historical record of previous events both natural and man-made. Meet at the Scusset Beach Fish Pier.

Creature Feature: Sea Stars & More Thursday, June 19, 2-3:30 p.m.

Learn about the sea stars, sand dollars, and other creatures that live right here at Scusset Beach. View some live animals and other natural history artifacts. Look for the table set up at  the end of Scusset Beach boardwalk. 

Wildlife Walk Friday, June 21, 10–11:30 a.m.

Search for park wildlife. Learn how to use a plankton net and binoculars. Find out where to look for birds, insects, and signs of wildlife. Meet at the Fish Pier. 

Beachcomber Scavenger Hunt  Saturday, June 22, 3-4 p.m.

Search for common seashore objects and discover the lore and history behind their found items. Meet at the end of the Scusset Beach Boardwalk. 

Beach Twilight Hike Saturday, June 22, 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Have you ever explored the beach at night? What happens when the sun goes down and the stars come out? Find out on this great hike along Scusset Beach in the dark. Flashlights are not allowed! Meet at the end of the Scusset Beach boardwalk. There is no parking fee for this program.

Beach Exploration: Beach Habitats Tuesday, June 25, 3-4 p.m.

You’ll enjoy this opportunity to explore Scusset Beach with the Park Interpreter. This week we will focus on beach habitats and the creatures who live here, so join us for some fun at the beach! Meet at the end of the Scusset Beach boardwalk.

Investigating the Past Through Plants & Soil Wednesday, June 26, 10-11:30 a.m.

Clues to the past can be seen by learning to read the landscape. Find out how plants and soil provide a historical record of previous events both natural and man-made. Meet at the Scusset Beach Fish Pier.

Wildlife Walk Friday, June 28, 10–11:30 a.m.

Search for park wildlife. Learn how to use a plankton net and binoculars. Find out where to look for birds, insects, and signs of wildlife. Meet at the Fish Pier. 

A Modern Marvel: The Cape Cod Canal Friday, June 28, 3-3:45 p.m.

Join the Interpreter for a walk along Cape Cod Canal, along the way, we will talk about the different uses of this land and the Cape Cod Canal, from Native American use of the land through today’s use of the Cape Cod Canal. Meet at the Fish Pier.                     

Beachcomber Scavenger Hunt  Saturday, June 29, 3-4 p.m.

Search for common seashore objects and discover the lore and history behind their found items. Meet at the end of the Scusset Beach Boardwalk. 

Around the Campfire Saturday, June 29, 8-9 p.m.

Gather around the campfire to share stories, play classic campfire games, and sing a song or two! Come to the group campfire circle in the campground. There is no parking fee for this program.