Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Hike with Adventure East

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Enjoy a relaxed, two‑hour guided hike through some of Western Massachusetts’ most beautiful fall landscapes. Your naturalist guide will highlight seasonal changes, point out tree species and color patterns, and share insights into forest ecology as you walk. October’s crisp air and vibrant canopy make these outings an ideal way… Read More

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Plant Based Dyeing Workshop

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Learn how to use your harvest from the garden to make natural plant dyes! Participants will work with 100% cotton bandanas and ground Marigold flowers during this hands on dye workshop. Individuals will receive an in depth intro to the Natural Dye process from mordant to dye, leaving with their… Read More

Castle Hill

CraneOutdoors: The Castle Hill Hike

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Come explore the lesser-visited corners of Castle Hill and its surroundings with us. This hike is a CraneOutdoors guide favorite because it’s got a little bit of all the things that make the Crane Estate such a special place… A stroll along the spine of Castle Hill, starting at the… Read More

Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods

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Join experienced Trustees staff on an easy to moderate 2.5 mile hike through Whitney and Thayer Woods. Starting from Weir River Farm and looping through Whitney and Thayer Woods, this hike will take approximately 1.5 hours. During the hike, enjoy the crisp fall air while strolling through the beautiful woodlands… Read More

Appleton Fall

Homeschool Scholars: Seasonal Rhythms

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Join us in October for weekly homeschool programs exploring the seasonal rhythms of the trails, woodlands, farm fields, and coastlines of the Crane Estate and Appleton Farms! October is a great time to see how nature is changing and getting ready for winter. Participants will explore the coastline, trails, and… Read More

Appleton wetland kids

Homeschool Adventures: Session 2

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Young explorers are invited to join us in October & November for a 4-part homeschool series that will get them active & moving with nature adventures, exercise, and outdoor skill building. While exploring Appleton Farms & the Crane Estate, participants complete active adventures & design challenges that will exercise both… Read More

Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Hike with Adventure East

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Enjoy a relaxed, two‑hour guided hike through some of Western Massachusetts’ most beautiful fall landscapes. Your naturalist guide will highlight seasonal changes, point out tree species and color patterns, and share insights into forest ecology as you walk. October’s crisp air and vibrant canopy make these outings an ideal way… Read More