Old Growth Forest Walk with Adventure East
The Rivulet at the William Cullen Bryant Homestead is home to old growth, including ancient specimens of hemlock and a magnificent cherry tree. The Pine Loop features enormous white pines that reach heights of 150 feet – standing among the tallest in the Northeast! This woodland is part of the… Read More
Mt. Warner Vernal Pools with Adventure East
Rising spring temperatures and thawing rains are signals to dormant life to awaken. Waters from the winter melt and spring rain congregate in low areas known as vernal pools and provide an important habitat for local wildlife to breed and thrive at this crucial time of year. Join a our… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point with Firepits
There’s no better excuse to explore Cedar Point—the western-most part of the Crane Estate—than a hike at sunset. This two-hour adventure in a lesser-known part of the property has it all… A stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of the Great House A hike down the Woodland Trail leading… Read More
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
Women's Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods – Red Loop
Welcome Women! Join us on an easy to moderate 2.5 mile hike through Whitney and Thayer Woods. During the hike enjoy the warm spring air while glimpsing wildlife among the budding trees and connect with other women who enjoy the outdoors. This hike is part of a series of women’s… Read More
Full Moon Owl Prowl at Lyman Reserve
Join us for a magical Full Moon Owl Prowl as we explore the fascinating world of owls that breed in Massachusetts under the glow of the full moon! We’ll discuss how to identify owls by their calls, where to find them, and the incredible adaptations that allow them… Read More
Full Moon Hike at World's End
Join us for a Full Moon Hike at World’s End! During this unique hiking experience, we invite you to stay after our gates have closed to enjoy a tranquil evening walk under the light of the moon. A World’s End guide will lead participants on an hour-long hike to the… Read More
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
CraneExplorer: Family Full Moon Hike in the Dunes
CraneExplorer events are designed to appeal to the little ones* while giving their parents a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Crane Estate. These hikes cover less ground to accommodate smaller strides and have more frequent stops to look, listen, and learn from our CraneOutdoors guides. Not just… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Dunes by the Light of the Full Moon
Transformed and illuminated by the glow of the full moon, the beach and dunes of Castle Neck are a stunningly beautiful landscape. To experience this special place at this magical time, join us for a unique hiking experience. We’ll start with the beauty of a sunset while taking an evening… Read More
deCordova by Moonlight – Flower Moon
Bring your family and friends to see sculptures transformed by the moonlight in this special after-hours tour. The full moon in May is called the Flower Moon because of the abundance of flowers that bloom across North America during this time. Small group tours with deCordova’s experienced Museum Guides… Read More
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