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SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES:
CAPE COD RAIL TRAIL (BIKE TRAIL): When rail cars stopped rolling around the lower Cape years ago, someone had the brilliant idea of pulling up those miles and miles of track and paving them over for a bike trail. Now, every year, thousands and thousands of cyclists of all ages don their helmets and hop on the Rail Trail. Beginning in Dennis, it roams through forests, fields, marshes and cranberry bogs all the way through Wellfleet. It's a splendidly safe place to ride, especially for children. Please remind your children to be aware of their surroundings; faster riders come up from behind unexpectedly, so try to avoid roaming (especially suddenly) from one side of the trail to the other. Also remember the Massachusetts law requiring helmets on children 12 and under.
CRABBING: Kids love to catch crabs, and it’s easy to do! Take a clothespin and tie a 4 foot piece of twine through the hole in the center of the spring. For bait, use any left over chicken bones or crack open a mussel or a clam, then pinch it with the clothespin (to secure the bait). Drop the clothespin down between the rocks of a beach jetty and wait (don’t let go of the string!). In a few minutes, you’ll have a crab ... they hold the bait so tightly with their claws that you can pull them right out of the water.
CAPE COD BAY ADVENTURES, DENNIS: Here’s a great opportunity to literally immerse your family in the waters of Cape Cod Bay. After a short boat ride on the impressive “Venture Inn 2,” families can choose among water trampolines, banana boat rides, Yamaha Waverunner rides, swimming or just watching the fun. The full galley serves food and beverages, too; all lifeguard supervised. Cape Cod Bay Watersports. Sesuit Marina, East Dennis. 508-385-3120
PIRATE ADVENTURES / PROVINCETOWN: This popular attraction offers 6 boat trips daily from mid-June through Labor Day weekend. Kids have their faces painted like pirates and board a real live pirate ship. Costumed pirate actors lead the group in a search for sunken treasure. Kids man the water canons to ward off the enemy, follow a treasure map and pull up the booty from the deep. Everyone gets a fistful of plunder! Advance reservations are required as trips sell out days ahead. 508-487-1010.
PIRATE ADVENTURES / HYANNIS: Just like its couterpart in Orleans, this popular attraction also offers 6 boat trips daily from mid-June through Labor Day weekend. Kids have their faces painted like pirates and board a real live pirate ship. Costumed pirate actors lead the group in a search for sunken treasure. Kids man the water canons to ward off the enemy, follow a treasure map and pull up the booty from the deep. Everyone gets a fistful of plunder! Advance reservations are required as trips sell out days ahead. 508-430-0202.
PIRATE’S COVE ADVENTURE GOLF & MARKETPLACE: Offering 36 holes of adventure golf, the Pirate theme extends well beyond the haunted caves, dungeons and a “Pirate Sea Battle” enactment to include a catapulting 15 foot great white shark, ice cream, arcade, plus an extensive and interesting pirate gift store. 728 Main St. 508-394-5252
HARBOR CRUISE, HYANNIS: Climb on board a jaunty vessel and enjoy a one-hour tour through Lewis Bay and the Hyannisport Harbor. View the Kennedy Compound and other landmarks. Hy-Line Cruises. Ocean Street Dock. 508-790-0696
HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS, SANDWICH: Pine and Grove Streets. Kids love the beautifully restored old fashioned (circa 1912) carousel located here along with a pristine collection of museums. Heritage is home to the famous Dexter Rhododendron, which bloom all over the 100-acre grounds during Memorial Day and into June. In July and August, over 1,000 hybrid daylillies come into flower, along with annual, herb and hosta gardens. A new labyrinth is also located on the grounds. Riding the wave of pirate popularity, Heritage’s special exhibit this season, “A Short Life and Merry: Pirates of New England,” shows how this corner of the North Atlantic has as rich a pirate history as any other part of the world. After all, it was New England that played the pivotal role in creating the popular image of pirates as we know it today. Heritage boasts a Shaker round barn, which houses the J. K. Lilly III Antique Automobile Collection, antique bicycles and “filling station” memorabilia. The American History Museum features “The Cape Cod Baseball League Hall of Fame;” antique toys and Native American artifacts. The Art Museum displays folk art and the fully restored and running carousel vintage 1912! There is also a 200-year-old windmill and Museum Store with shops located in all of the buildings. Call 508-888-3300 for information on programs, and special events. Open daily, 10am to 5pm, April through Oct. then Fri., Sat. & Sun, 10am to 4pm in Nov. and Dec. The museum closes Jan. - March.
SEAL CRUISES, LOWER CAPE: Several local companies take seal lovers out to watch the seals frolic in the waters off the coast of Chatham, out near Monomoy Island: Outermost Adventures at Outermost Harbor Marine, 508-945-5858; Beachcomber Boat Tours, 508-945-5265 and Monomoy Island Excursions, 508-430-7772. Dress warmly regardless of the season, and don’t forget your camera!
GLASS MUSEUM / GLASS BLOWING, SANDWICH: See “The Hottest Show in Town” with glassblowing demonstrations daily at this unique museum, located in the heart of historic Sandwich Village. Experience the heat of the furnace and interact with Don Parkinson, glass blower, as he demonstrates glassmaking in all its complexity. Watch Don form molten glass by pressing and blowing. Learn about glassmaking techniques used by The Boston & Sandwich Glass Company in the 19th century. The museum houses an outstanding collection of beautiful blown, pressed, cut and decorated glassware which was made in Sandwich from 1825 to 1907. The gift shop features new contemporary glass artists, perfumes, ornaments, jewelry, paperweights, vases, etc. The museum offers fascinating walking tours highlighting the town’s quintessential examples of American architectural styles and the Sandwich Old Town Cemetery; call for schedule. 129 Main St. Open daily, 9:30am - 5pm (glassblowing demonstrations 10-4). 508-888-0251
SCENIC TRAIN RIDES / FAMILY SUPPER TRAIN, HYANNIS: The Cape Cod Central Railroad offers two hour scenic excursions, from Hyannis & Sandwich to the picturesque Cape Cod Canal. Passengers enjoy spectacular views as the train rolls along past salt marshes, cranberry bogs, kettle ponds and local farmland. Kids love the trip! An elegant gourmet dinner train plus luncheon and brunch trains draw rave reviews. Check out the Family Supper Train during the summer with fun food for the kids; more epicurean fare for the adults plus entertainment! 252 Main St., Hyannis and on Jarves St., Sandwich. 508-771-3800
OUTERMOST ADVENTURES, CHATHAM: You haven’t truly experienced the beauty of Cape Cod until you have seen it from the water, and the Chatham waterways are among the Cape’s most scenic. The captains at Outermost Adventures (at Outermost Harbor Marine) offer a nice selection of tours and shuttles. They’ll take you to the limited access areas of highly acclaimed South Beach and Monomoy Island for shorebird and seal watching or on a scenic Stage Harbor Cruise to see Chatham at its most picturesque. 83 Seagull Lane, Chatham. Free parking and easy “dry dock” boarding. 508-945-5858
CARTLAND, WAREHAM: Rte 28. Cartland has much to offer for family fun. The batting cages are very popular. Mini golf is always a hit, and this one is very child-friendly. The bumper boats and cart track are a blast! Cartland accommodates a range of ages -- even toddlers can have fun on the kiddie rides. 508-295-8360
BOWLING & ARCADE GAMES, CAPE-WIDE: Each of Ryan Family Amusement’s family entertainment centers feature bowling, candlepin and/or ten pin, a large game room filled with the hottest, coolest arcade and skill games and private party rooms for birthdays, company parties and group events. The centers, located on the Main Streets of Hyannis (508-775-3411), So. Yarmouth (508-394-5644) and Buzzards Bay (508-759-9892) offer clean, healthy fun! Mystic Bowling, a state-of-the-art light and sound show that enhances your bowling experience, is available in Hyannis and So. Yarmouth on Friday and Saturday nights.
KIDS PARASAIL, DENNIS & PROVINCETOWN: Kids are especially welcome at Dennis Parasail (508-385-8359) with a location now in Provincetown (508-487-8359)
FLEA MARKET, DENNIS: Every member of the family will be sure to find a treasure at Dick & Ellie’s Flea market, including the best prices on live lobsters. This place has it all! Thurs. - Sun. & holiday Mondays, 8am - 5pm. Located next to the Patriot Square Plaza. Take Rte. 6 to Exit 9A (Rte. 134); then left at the second light on to Theophilus Smith Rd. 508-394-6131
WATER PARK, WAREHAM: Considered by Yankee Magazine to be the best water park in New England, Water Wizz is a short drive from the Bourne Bridge. There are water slides and pools geared to all ages and abilities - including a fantastic wave pool and a new “Capt. Kid’s Island” attraction. Lockers are available for your gear and there is plenty of parking! The park is impeccably clean and meticulously run. Open daily all summer, beginning in June. Water Wizz. Rts 6 & 28, Wareham (near Buzzards Bay), just 5 minutes off Rts. 25 & I-95. 508-295-3255
STELLWAGEN BANK NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY EXHIBIT, PROVINCETOWN: Whale enthusiasts should not miss Provincetown’s high-tech, interactive exhibit. Visitors “virtually” explore New England’s only national marine sanctuary where whales, dolphins, sharks and other fascinating ocean creatures can be found. Learn about whale behaviors, underwater habitats and recent advances in marine research in this free exhibit. Open daily beginning in late spring. 205 Commercial St., Aquarium Wharf. 781-545-8026
NATURE CRUISE, WOODS HOLE: Oceanquest is a non-profit marine education organization. Passengers travel off the coast in their 60’ research vessel to participate in hands-on marine experiments. Kids haul traps, operate instrumentation, explore touch-tanks and learn about our native waters--the ecosystem and basic oceanography. The trips are exhilarating, educational and unforgettable. Waterfront Park, Water St. 800-376-2326
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, BREWSTER: Located amidst more than 350 acres of land on Cape Cod Bay, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History houses exhibits on coastal change, whales, birds and both freshwater and marine life. Outside, three nature trails ramble through woodland, salt marsh and coastal habitats. 869 Main St. (Rte. 6A). 508-896-3867
BEACHCOMBER BOAT-TO-THE-BEACH, CHATHAM: Look for the yellow boats which shuttle folks to the outer beaches and explore the Lower Cape’s magnificent waters and coastal habitats, including Chatham Harbor with its magnificent homes and rich history. Specializing “sunset” and “seal watch” cruises. 508-945-5265 for reservations.
KIDS’ SPA TREATMENTS, HYANNIS: The Cape Codder Resort & Spa on Rte 132 and Bearse’s Way offers a spa kids “menu” at their Beach Plum Spa--designed specifically for children to make them feel special. With kid friendly treatments like the “Strawberry Ice Cream Manicure,” the “Chocolate Milkshake Pedicure,” and the “Parent & Child Massage,” the Cape Codder Spa is definitely ahead of the curve in catering to the family visitor -- plenty of adult services available also, of course! Open to the public. 508-771-3000
REGGAE CALYPSO HAPPY HOUR, DENNIS: Enjoy great food on an outdoor deck and listen to the warm sounds of “Magic of Steel” on Sundays (starting May 27) or “Mentos of New Horizon” on Tuesdays starting July 3, 5 - 9pm at Sundancers, 116 Main St. (Rte 28) 508-394-1600
HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM, OSTERVILLE: The complex includes the Captain Parker House, with 11 rooms of art, antiques and special exhibits; the Cammett House, a unique Cape “half house,” and the boat shops with full size models of wooden Catboats and other exhibits highlighting Osterville’s boat building history. “Kids Detective Club” for children 6-12: enjoy a scavenger hunt (rain-or-shine) learning about history along the way; worksheets and a #1 Detective Sleuth sticker go home with each child. Open Thurs-Sun, 1:30-4:30 June-Sept. 155 West Bay Rd. 508-428-5861
INTERPRETIVE NATURE TOURS, MASHPEE: Family River Fun, Wonderful Wetlands, Creature Feature, Family Pond Scoop and Animal Hunt are just a few of the imaginatively titled tours of Mashpee’s unique and diverse conservation areas offered regularly by the Mashpee Conservation Commission. Many are designed for children and their families. 508-539-1400 x540, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm.
NATURE CRUISES, PROVINCETOWN: The whole family will enjoy the fun and educational cruises aboard this picturesque craft on the calm waters of Provincetown Harbor. Relax on a narrated Harbor Tour as you cruise past lighthouses and revisit Provincetown's colorful history of whaling, shipwrecks, pilgrims & pirates. The daily "Critter Cruise" is an interactive exploration of our magical marine world. Roll up your sleeves and help pull up a lobster pot or bottom dredge and view the catch in the “Tide Pool" touch tank. Search for lost pirate treasure on a 60 minute “Pirate Fun Cruise,” Tues. & Sat. mornings. 508-487-7323
RIVER CRUISES, DENNIS: Family Adventure on Historic Bass River. A smooth scenic 90 minute trip with entertaining commentary past 200 Year Old Capt’s Homes; Luxurious Riverfront Estates; Wildlife; Windmills; Hidden Marshes; Historical Sites and more! Tickets & Free Parking at the Windmill Plaza 109 Rte 28, W. Dennis: Exit 8 off Mid-Cape Hwy to Rte 28; Left over Bass River Bridge. 1/3 mi. on right. 508-362-5555
TEEN DANCE, DENNIS: The West Dennis Yacht Club (at the Rotary near W. Dennis Beach) presents this popular event for ages 12 - 17 every Monday during the summer, 7:30 - 11:00pm. Fully chaperoned! 508-398-9757
CAPE COD CAROUSEL, HYANNIS: On the bustling west end of Main St., your kids can ride a merry-go-round which has been brightly repainted by Cape Cod artist Steve Casparay. Located at 541 Main St. next to a Fun House arcade, the carousel is old fashioned fun at a very affordable price.
CAPE COD CANAL VISITOR CENTER, SANDWICH: Explore the rich history, fascinating features and vigilant operation of the Cape Cod Canal at this Visitor Center. Features include a retired 41-foot US Army Corps of Engineers patrol boat, a 46-seat theater showing continuous DVD presentations on Canal history, Canal Critters and Canal Wildflowers -- plus maritime artifacts, historic photos and interactive monitors. Enjoy the sea breeze and view of ships on the Canal from the rocking chairs on the deck outside the building. Army Corp of Engineers Park Rangers staff the Center and provide free public programs on a variety of subjects. Free admission. Closed Mon. & Tues. 60 Ed Moffitt Dr. 508-833-9678
CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE, EASTHAM: In 1961, after years of work by local "Cape Codders," President John Fitzgerald Kennedy signed the bill which created the Cape's National Seashore. This tract of land, spreading from Chatham to the tip of Provincetown, is overseen and preserved by the federal government. There are two visitor centers: The Salt Pond Visitor Center, Rte 6, Eastham (508-255-3421) and Province Lands Visitor Center, Race Point Rd. off Rte 6, Provincetown (508-487-1256). They both offer a wide variety of activities for families including daily ranger-led activities and many other programs.
SPORTS TEAMS, CAPE-WIDE: Sports enthusiasts have it made here with a professional soccer team, the Cape Cod Crusaders; a semi-professional football team, the Hyannis Hurricanes and the nationally renowned Cape Cod Baseball League. Check the Kids Calendar and the Baseball/Soccer sections of this issue for schedules and locations.
OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE EXHIBIT CENTER, WOODS HOLE: Visitors to WHOI’s Exhibit Center learn about the institution’s ocean science research & the vessels & tools developed by WHOI engineers & scientists for use in that research. Step inside a full-size model of the deep submersible Alvin & imagine life at the ocean floor while watching vivid footage taken at deep-sea hydrothermal vent sites. 15 School St. 508-289-2252
PLIMOTH PLANTATION, PLYMOUTH: Located about 25 minutes off-Cape. Take Rte 3 north to Exit 5 and follow signs. Open daily through late November, Plimoth Plantation is a kid-friendly and hands-on, living history museum dedicated to Plimoth Colony in the 17th century. Sites include: the 1627 Pilgrim Village, a Wampanoag Homesite, Mayflower II, the Nye Barn Rare Breeds Exhibit and the Crafts Center. In the Pilgrim Village, each day is different and exciting, as it corresponds to a day in the year 1627. Colonists spend their hours talking to visitors in 17th-century dialects, while guests learn how homes are kept, cows and goats are milked, or get their hands dirty as wattle and daub is applied to a house under construction. Each colonist is someone whose conversation will intrigue and entertain. The Mayflower II, docked on the Plymouth waterfront, is a replica of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to New England in 1620 and features “Provisioning a Ship,” another exhibit that chronicles the advance planning necessary to take some of the discomfort out of a generally unpleasant, sometimes miserable and dangerous, transatlantic adventure. Visitors will see the great cabin and interact with costumed interpreters representing sailors or Mayflower passengers, as well as third person interpreters who explain the Mayflower’s voyage so many years ago. Throughout the 2007 season Plimoth Plantation will celebrate the Golden Anniversary of Mayflower II with special exhibits and events including an anniversary party on the state pier and an immigration booth staffed by indigenous Wampanoag people. The celebration of the ship will culminate on July 22nd with a rare turn-around sail into Cape Cod Bay. S
Ship Shop Power Boat Rentals -- Be your own captain and explore the beautiful waters of Bass River and Nantucket Sound in one of our fully equipped powerboats. 16, 20, and 22 foot rentals. Click to get a $10 discount coupon.pecial children’s and family activities are offered daily in July and August. 508-746-1622
INDOOR PLAYGROUND, YARMOUTH: Kids can bounce, roll, climb and slide in a safe and clean environment at this large indoor playground facility. Preschooler activities include Mommy & Me, story times and crafts. There’s a full snack bar, too! 41 Long Pond Dr., S. Yarmouth (in Super Stop & Shop Plaza). 508-398-5437
MARINE MAMMALS VISITOR’S CENTER, BUZZARDS BAY: The National Marine Life Center’s future center for stranded marine animals offers exhibits, activities, gifts, souvenirs and more. Free admission. 120 Main St. 508-743-9888
MASS AUDUBON MARINE CRUISES, OUTER CAPE: Cruise Cape Cod Bay with Mass Audubon naturalists for a close-up look at fascinating marine creatures. A great hands-on experience for kids. Dragnets and trawls bring crabs, snails, sponges, fish and plankton to the surface. These trips are very popular; advanced registration is required. 508-349-2615
WHALE WATCHING, CAPE-WIDE: Cape Cod is the Whale Watch Capital of the World! Trips are offered from Hyannis and Provincetown. See the special Whale Watching section in this issue for an informative Whale Watch guide.
CAPE COD DUCKMOBILES, HYANNIS: Kids get a big thrill when the Duckmobiles “splash down” into the harbor as they tour from land to sea. Ride the renovated U.S. military amphibious vehicles and enjoy an informative, narrated tour. Departs frequently from downtown Hyannis Main St. during the summer. 1-888-225-3825 or 508-790-2111
SCHOONER SAIL, PROVINCETOWN: Sail on the Bay Lady II, a 73 ft. schooner with a very family-friendly vibe. Reservations recommended. 508-487-9308
BUILD A BEACH CAMPFIRE!: The Cape Cod National Seashore allows some campfires with a free permit. Call the Salt Pond Visiors Center for beaches in Eastham and Wellfleet, 508-255-3421; call the Province Lands Visitor Center for beaches in Truro and Provincetown, 508-487-1256
RENT A BOAT: Many businesses rent kayaks, canoes, sailboats or powerboats for the day, week or month. Flyer’s Boat Rentals (they’ll deliver) 1-800-750-0898. Jack’s Boats in Wellfleet has kayaks, canoes, boogie boards and more, 508-349-9808. Kayaking specialists include: Steamer Trunk Shop-Dennis, 508-394-0411; Cape Waterway Boat Rentals on Swan Pond River, Dennis, 508-398-0080; Howie’s Kayaks-Dennis, 508-398-0060; Rail Trail Bike & Blade, Brewster 508-896-8200; Ship Shops Boat Yard, S. Yarmouth, rents power boats on Bass River (ocean access) 508-398-2256
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES AQUARIUM, WOODS HOLE: Albatross and Water Streets. At the oldest research aquarium in the country, visitors can get behind the scenes and see how an aquarium works. Kids love the “touch tanks” filled with starfish, whelks, crabs, banded lobsters and tautogs. It's free! Call for hours. 508-495-2001
CAPE COD CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, MASHPEE: 577 Great Neck Road South. Hands on exhibits, science workshops, arts and crafts, and more! Visit the Toddler Castle, Starlab Planetarium (at scheduled times), 30’ Pirate Ship and Ames Room just to name a few. Open 10-5 Monday-Saturday, 12-5 Sundays (closed Mondays Sept. - May). 508-539-8788
GREEN BRIAR NATURE CENTER AND JAM KITCHEN, SANDWICH: 6 Discovery Hill Rd., just off Rte 6A in E. Sandwich. Nature trails, small live animal exhibits, nature programs for children and families and jam-making workshops in the historic 1903 Jam Kitchen, in operation since 1903! Open Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun. 1pm-4pm. 508-888-6870
THORNTON W. BURGESS MUSEUM, SANDWICH VILLAGE: 4 Water St. (Rte 130). Exhibits from the life and works of naturalist and children’s author of “Peter Cottontail”. Outdoor Animal Story Time Mon., Thurs. and Sat., 10:30am in July & Aug. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm, Sun., 1-4pm. 508-888-6870
ZOOQUARIUM, YARMOUTH: A zoo in Yarmouth? Yes! This combination zoo/aquarium provides hours of entertainment for the whole family. The animals who make their home at the zoo are native to Cape Cod and New England; many have been injured and cannot survive in the wild. There are deer, sheep, goats, pigs, bobcats, porcupines, and ponies for pony rides! ZooQuarium is small-child friendly. Route 28, West Yarmouth. 508-775-8883
CAPE COD MUSEUM OF ART, DENNIS: Rte 6A. CCMA offers art workshops for kids year-round. Pre-registration required. 508-385-4477 x25.
NICKERSON STATE PARK, BREWSTER Entrance on Rte 6A near the Orleans border. Open to the public, free of charge for day-use. Considered the "jewel" of the state parks system, the park offers much to the family traveller. The park is also open for overnight camping (420 campsites). There are five ponds within the park, four of which are open for fishing (fishing licenses required for kids over 14). The favorite fishing hole of the locals is Cliff Pond, which hosts not only trout, but land-locked salmon. If it's bike riding you're interested in, the Cape Cod Rail Trail cuts right through the park and is a safe way to see the sights by bicycle. Older kids can easily make it all the way to Eastham and back in an afternoon. (Don't forget Massachusetts State law requires helmets on cyclists 12 and under on all public land.) The park's freshwater ponds provide warm, calm waters for swimming (lifeguards, potties, etc.). Toddlers and their watchers appreciate the lack of tidal motion on their unsteady little legs. Rent a boat on Flax Pond in the Park. Pedal boats, kayaks, aqua bikes, sea cycles and sailboats. Some of the best picnic spots in Brewster are located within the park, so pack a lunch and make a day of it. 508-896-3491
PILGRIM MONUMENT & MUSEUM, PROVINCETOWN: The Pilgrims originally landed in Provincetown, and after a brief stay of about a month's time, they moved on to settle in Plymouth. This monument commemorates their stay. It measures 252 feet high; you can see as far as Boston on a clear day from atop the tower -- the whole family can enjoy climbing the monument to reach one of the best views on Cape Cod before or after viewing the museum exhibits. Picnic tables are available. 508-487-1310
BMX RACES, BOURNE: Bicycle Motorcross races for kids of ALL ages take place weekly throughout the summer on Otis Airforce Base, in Bourne. These events are great fun, and open for all kids to race. The races run on closed courses that are irregular, with turns, jumps, rollers, and other obstacles to challenge riders’ skills. Riders are organized by ability, and age, starting with age 5. Safety is emphasized with mouth guards, pads, helmets and other measures. Races take place most Tuesday and Friday evenings in the summer, with various clinics offered on Saturdays. Call for schedule and information: 508-968-4972
WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, WELLFLEET: Off Rte 6. South Wellfleet. Mass. Audubon Society oversees this 1,000 acre habitat. This sanctuary is home to hundreds of bird species. Nature trails meander through salt marshes, moors, forest, beach, tidal flats, ponds and fields. A variety of adventure tours, kids classes and events are offered. Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. 508-349-2615
DRIVE-IN MOVIE & FLEA MARKET, WELLFLEET: Rte 6, Wellfleet. The Drive-in theater features a good number of family features all summer long and a flea market (which is a show in and of itself!) on weekends. A mini golf course and snack bar are also fun for the family. 508-349-7176
FISH HATCHERY, SANDWICH: 164 Rte 6A. Run by the Dept. of Fisheries & Wildlife, this facility has been in operation since 1860. Visitors can buy food and feed the fish! Open daily, 9-3pm. 508-888-0008
CAPE COD CANAL ACTIVITIES: The Army Corps of Engineers coordinates a number of fabulous programs along the canal during the summer. Among the favorites are the Junior Ranger Program, Star Watch, Marine Traffic Control Tours and evening presentations and marshmallow toasting. Call for more information: (also updates weather, tides and fishing). 508-833-9678
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