Activities

Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation offers two unique self-guided Storybook Walks that combine the joy of reading with the beauty of nature—encouraging children and families to explore the outdoors together.

Sheriff’s Meadow Sanctuary
At Sheriff’s Meadow Sanctuary in Edgartown, the Storybook Walk is curated by the Edgartown Public Library and features a new children’s book each month. This walk is designed for young families with children in kindergarten or younger. The half-mile loop follows a flat, stroller-friendly trail with boardwalks, making it easy and enjoyable year-round. View trail map.

Middle Road Sanctuary
At Middle Road Sanctuary in Chilmark, the Storybook Walk was developed in partnership with the Chilmark Public Library and is located along the Red Trail– a loop just over one mile long. This walk is geared toward elementary-aged children and offers a more adventurous outing, with uneven terrain and forested paths. It’s a great way for older kids and their families to getoutside, get moving, and connect with nature and stories! The story changes seasonally, about every three months, inviting families to return throughout the year for a fresh experience. View trail map.

NOW FEATURING

Each Storybook Walk highlights a different book selected to match the season, setting, or age group of the trail. Below are the current featured titles and a short description of the stories you’ll discover along each path.

Good Golden Sun
by Brendan Wenzel
Sheriff’s Meadow Sanctuary (Edgartown)

Enjoy this vibrantly illustrated story as it traces sunlight’s path through the day, revealing how it supports flowers, insects, animals, and more. Playful language and bold artwork inspire curiosity about the connections that shape our natural world.

The Secret Signs of Nature
by Craig Caudill
Middle Road Sanctuary (Chilmark)

We encourage you to put away your map, look up from your phone, and let nature be your guide! Discover how to navigate through forests, meadows, coastlines, and even your own backyard by noticing the hidden clues in the land, sky, plants, and animals all around you.