Press Release | Department of Conservation and Recreation | February 14, 2020
https://www.mass.gov/news/dcr-announces-family-friendly-school-vacation-programming-0
BOSTON — The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced that the agency will offer more than 90 family-friendly programs throughout the Massachusetts state parks system during the traditional February school vacation week. Programming starts on Saturday, February 15, 2020. Children and their families will have the opportunity to enjoy guided experiences or to create a park adventure on their own. The wide-ranging selection of programs include guided hikes, wildlife observation opportunities, crafting activities, games, stories, and more. A full list of activities and programming can be found on the DCR’s website.
“Winter is an excellent time for individuals and families to get outdoors and experience the programming DCR has to offer across the Commonwealth,” said Department of Conservation and Recreation Commissioner Jim Montgomery. “The Baker-Polito Administration continues to increase both access within our state parks system and opportunities for the public to enjoy the many resources available to them.”
In addition to the school vacation week programming, DCR will continue to offer its normal recreational and interpretive programing, as well as adaptive programming through the agency’s Universal Access Program. Furthermore, during school vacation week, the agency will extend public skating at DCR managed rinks from 10:00AM to 2:50PM. In total, 94 programs will be offered in state parks across all five regions of Massachusetts with 13 Visitor Centers open and fully staffed.
To see programming highlights, please click here.