Tidepooling at Winter Island

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Tidepooling at Winter Island

Date & Time

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Time(s):

9:30 am to 10:30 am

Description

Explore the marine creatures that inhabit the tidepool on the rocky shore! Salem Sound Coastwatch staff will bring buckets, nets, and ID guides and help you identify what we find. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes (no open toes) that can get wet and traverse slippery rocks. Please meet at the Winter Island rain garden (look for the SSCW flag!) and let the gatehouse staff know you’re with us. All ages welcome. Event will be held rain or shine unless there is thunder or lightning.

Special Instructions

Please meet at the Winter Island rain garden (look for the SSCW flag!).

Weather Restrictions

Event will be cancelled if there is thunder or lightning.

Address

50 Winter Island Road, Salem, MA 01970

50 Winter Island Road, Salem, MA 01970

Directions

Let the gatehouse staff know you’re with Salem Sound Coastwatch to waive the parking fee.

Accessibility

Fun for Kids

Parking Available

Restrooms Available

Event Category

  • Nature / Science

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