Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary,
located in Sharon, MA
and established in 1916, is
the oldest Mass Audubon
sanctuary and one of the
oldest private wildlife
sanctuaries in the United
States. Moose Hill protects
nearly 2,000 acres of forests,
fields, and wetland habitats.
The sanctuary offers a wide
variety of programs and
services for children, adults,
families, schools, and community groups.
Trails: dawn to dusk
Parking Lot Hours:
Fall and Winter: 7 am-5 pm
Spring and Summer: 7 am-7 pm
Visitor Center and Gift Shop Hours:
Weekdays from 9 am-5 pm
Weekends from 10 am-4 pm
Mass Audubon protects 36,500 acres of land
throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and
other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all.
As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation
nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million
visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and 20
nature centers. From inspiring hilltop views to
breathtaking coastal landscapes, serene woods,
and working farms, we believe in protecting our
state’s natural treasures for wildlife and for all
people–a vision shared in 1896 by our founders,
two extraordinary Boston women. Today, Mass
Audubon is a nationally recognized environmental
education leader, offering thousands of camp,
school, and adult programs that get over 225,000
kids and adults outdoors every year. With more
than 125,000 members and supporters, we
advocate on Beacon Hill and beyond, and conduct
conservation research to preserve the natural
heritage of our beautiful state for today’s and future
generations. We welcome you to explore a nearby
sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved. Learn
how at massaudubon.org.
Children’s Birthday Parties
Moose Hill offers fun birthday party programs for
children ages 4 to 12.
Begin with an hour-long program led by a Moose
Hill naturalist. The program includes:
• outdoor discovery time
• trail activities
• a craft and/or story; if time allows
Moose Hill
Wildlife Sanctuary
Rental Information
Continue the party for an additional hour under
your own supervision in our Blue Room and
Sunroom.
You provide the food, refreshments, and party
supplies (sorry, no balloons). We are a carry-in/
carry-out site: all trash and recyclables are the
responsibility of the renter to remove from the
site.
For more information or to
schedule a party:
Patti Austin, [email protected]
781-784-5691 x8103
or visit our website
massaudubon.org/moosehill
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary
293 Moose Hill Parkway
Sharon, MA 02067
massaudubon.org/moosehill
Outdoor Rental Options
Moose Hill offers a unique, natural setting
for your meeting, lecture, or social event.
The side yard of the Visitor Center, just off the
parking lot, may be the perfect site for your
outdoor function.
Indoor and Outdoor options available
Admission: Rentals during daylight hours have trail
fees are waived for you and your guests should you
wish to explore; trail maps available.
This space must be secured with a rental when
the use or activity exceeds, in any way, the
common use of the sanctuary or if the group size
exceeds 30 people.
Minimum Rental Hours: Three hours for Indoor
rentals; Two hours for Outdoor rentals.
When planning time needed, include time for set-up
and clean-up (including caterer’s time, if applicable).
Discounts do not apply for partial hours.
This space has a number of picnic tables that can
be used for your function. In addition, you have
access to:
Rentals extending beyond regular business hours are
charged the After Hours rate for those hours.
• public restrooms in the Visitor Center
• five 6-foot folding tables
Additional Fees: Incurred if materials are
delivered to Moose Hill outside of the scheduled
rental times; amount dependent on the quantity
of materials to be stored before and/or after the
rental.
Staffing: All Full Facility, Outdoor, or After Hour
rentals will have a Moose Hill liaison on-site to staff
the Visitor Center and answer questions as needed.
Other Things to Note:
• We are smoke-free facility (buildings &
grounds)
• Beer and wine permitted during an Indoor
rental when notice is given and required
paperwork, including a certificate of insurance,
is completed no less than two weeks prior to
your rental date.
• Outdoor rentals are always alcohol-free.
• Pets are not permitted on the sanctuary or
in the buildings.
• Moose Hill is a carry-in/carry-out facility.
All trash and recyclables are the responsibility
of the renter to remove from the site.
To schedule a walk-through or
for more information:
Patti Austin, [email protected]
or leave a message at 781-784-5691 x8103
• electricty
Indoor Rental Options
Basic rental includes both the Sunroom and the
Blue Room.
Full Facility rental includes the Sunroom, the
Blue Room, and the Gallery. The warmth of a
roaring fire in the fireplace in the Gallery is a nice
addition when renting this space in the fall or
winter; we provide the wood.
Both options include:
• our Art Gallery; during regular business
hours
There is not an option to move the function
indoors should there be inclement weather; you
are responsible for providing tents.
There is no access to the kitchen and outdoor
fires are not permitted.
Reservations
March-May and September-October: daily
June through August: weekends only
• access to an oven/stove, microwave, and
refrigerator
November-February: no reservations available
• use of five 6-foot folding tables, two 4-foot
folding tables, forty (40) folding chairs
• wireless WiFi, projection screen, a folding
room divider, and a white board.
Tables/chairs set up for your arrival. Please note,
unless you schedule a Full rental, Moose Hill staff may
also use the kitchen.
Cost
Basic
Full
Cost
Regular Hours
After Hours
Max Capacity
$225/hr
$275/hr
80
$75/hr
$140/hr
40
Outdoor
Regular Hours
$125/hr
After Hours
$190/hr
Max Capacity
125