Landmarks & Landscapes: First Day Nature Journaling Hike at Fruitlands Museum
Set aside time to reset, reflect, and connect with the world around you and join us on a journey through the Fruitlands Trails. Throughout the program you’ll learn about the ways the natural world “resets” each winter and gets ready for spring, have time to explore and reflect during… 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 with a World’s End guide. Enjoy an hour-long hike to the top of… Read More
Winter Solstice Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods
Embrace the magic of the season on a guided Winter Solstice Walk through the serene landscapes of Whitney and Thayer Woods and Weir River Farm. As we journey through quiet forest trails and open fields during the shortest days of the year, we’ll pause to reflect on the changing seasons,… Read More
Make and Mingle: Winter Wreaths
Get outside and explore the Fruitlands Trails while gathering materials for your own winter wreath! After our brisk winter hike, we’ll head into the warm indoors to enjoy some bubbles and craft the materials we’ve harvested into a festive, sustainable wreath you can hang from your doorway to celebrate the… Read More
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
CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point
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 to… Read More
Green Friday Walking Tour of World's End
Skip the shopping crowds and join us for a Green Friday Walking Tour of World’s End! Instead of lines and sales, spend the morning surrounded by nature’s calm while exploring the breathtaking landscapes of World’s End and reconnecting with the outdoors. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Green Friday Hike in the Dunes
Take a break from holiday shopping and get outside with us for a beautiful 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… 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
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
Full Moon Hike
Join Ranger Robert for a guided Full Moon Hike at Bartholomew’s Cobble. Held during each full moon, this 1.5-hour evening adventure follows the tractor path to the top of Hurlburt’s Hill under the light of the moon. Along the way, participants will experience the Cobble after dark while learning about… 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