Play in the Park

Nature Play for Early Learners

Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our Nature Play for Early Learners four part series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Intended for ages 2-6, we welcome kids to explore our gardens with hands on art and exploration activities. This… Read More

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Full Moon Hike at Notchview with Adventure East

Join us for an exciting evening under the stars as we enjoy a hike lit by the full moon. Located in the Berkshires, our hike at Notchview offers mostly flat terrain with beautifully groomed trails nestled among red spruce and northern hardwood forest land. Perfect for woodland wanderers, this is… Read More

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Guided Wildflower Walks

Join our veteran wildflower guides for a guided tour of the Ledges Trail. Learn all about the different flowers that are blooming, the insects that pollinate them and what makes them so unique. Spring wildflowers are extremely unique and have extremely short bloom times. Because of this, flowers that will… Read More

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Castle Hill Tour: Cupola with a View

This is our most Instagram-able tour experience and a particular treat for those interested in the architecture of the Great House and its surrounding property. You’ll gain insight into the architectural choices made by David Adler as he designed and built the Great House, the second home the Cranes built… Read More

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Bird Walks at World's End

Walk the trails of World’s End this spring, especially “Bird Alley” and “The Valley” listening for seasonal bird songs and searching for bird activity. Positioned in Hingham Bay, World’s End offers an attractive green oasis for birds flying along the coast. Poor weather conditions and unfavorable fronts often force birds… Read More

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Castle Hill Tour: Cupola with a View

This is our most Instagram-able tour experience and a particular treat for those interested in the architecture of the Great House and its surrounding property. You’ll gain insight into the architectural choices made by David Adler as he designed and built the Great House, the second home the Cranes built… Read More

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CraneExplorer: Mother's Day Coastal Crafts

This Mother’s Day, give a gift from the sea! From seaweed pressings to shell collages, beach treasures make beautiful greetings and keepsakes. Join this workshop to make a gift for Mom, OR bring Mom along for a fun coastal art-making outing! This program will start with a beach walk to… Read More

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Explore! North Shore: Full Moon Hike at Ward Reservation

The Explore! North Shore hiking series will get you outside and moving at some lesser explored Trustees properties across the Northeast Region, at the right time of year to see these special places shine. These beginner hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for learning and… Read More

Play in the Park

Nature Play for Early Learners

Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our Nature Play for Early Learners four part series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. Intended for ages 2-6, we welcome kids to explore our gardens with hands on art and exploration activities. This… Read More

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Coastal Lecture: Tidepools of Plum Island

Take a virtual tour of Sandy Point State Reservation between the tides and into the tidal pools among the rocks to learn about the diverse species that reside in intertidal and subtidal zones. Join Lisa Hutchings of MassAudubon Joppa Flats who will share vibrant images and captivating, informative video clips… Read More

cupola upright

Castle Hill Tour: Cupola with a View

This is our most Instagram-able tour experience and a particular treat for those interested in the architecture of the Great House and its surrounding property. You’ll gain insight into the architectural choices made by David Adler as he designed and built the Great House, the second home the Cranes built… Read More