Wolly Hudsonia on Castle Neck (photo credit T. Barrieau)

CraneOutdoors: Castle Neck Hike in the Dunes

You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are a much less explored world unto themselves. They offer one of the most accessible dune landscapes in New England and trails that provide a firsthand look into the delicate… Read More

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Beginner Birding in Whitney and Thayer Woods

Join the Trustees for a Beginner Bird Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods! Our guide will introduce you to the fundamentals of birding while leading you through parts of this 834-acre forest. This hike is geared towards beginners but all are welcome! This will be an easy to moderate walk… Read More

Castle Hill

CraneOutdoors: The Castle Hill Hike

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

Kiddos in the Kitchen

Powisset Pals: Guided StoryWalk with Mia Wenjen and Kiddos in the Kitchen!

Enjoy a spring day at Powisset Farm with a guided hike led by author, Mia Wenjen, and a cooking class with Chef Maria. Powisset Pals will join author, Mia Wenjen, in reading “Food for the Future” on a guided StoryWalk® hike around our Meadow Loop trail. Following the hike,… Read More

Guided Sculpture Park Tour

A Walk in the Park: Guided Tour of deCordova Sculpture Park

Explore the Sculpture Park with a deCordova Guide on a lively tour filled with conversation about the artists on view, their creative processes, materials, and deCordova’s rich history. Discover favorite sculptures, new acquisitions, and the fascinating evolution of the deCordova campus. Capacity is limited and we recommend purchasing tickets in… Read More

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Explore! North Shore: Vernal Pool Hike at Long Hill

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

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The Art of Sun Printing: A Cyanotype Workshop

Discover the magic of one of the oldest photographic printing techniques in this hands‑on cyanotype workshop at Weir River Farm. Cyanotype is a process in which images are created using UV light—either from the sun or a controlled source—to produce striking prints. Simple, creative, and endlessly customizable, cyanotypes offer a… 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

Frog in Water

Vernal Pool Explorer Hike at Copicut Woods

What’s a vernal pool? During this family-friendly hike, you’ll learn about these ephemeral wonders and investigate how nature changes in the spring season. Vernal pool hikes are extra special at Copicut Woods, where you can look and listen for woodpeckers at field edges and warblers in the thickets. You’ll also… Read More