CraneOutdoors: Castle Neck Hike in the Dunes
While just about everybody on the North Shore has probably been to Crane Beach, the dunes of Castle Neck are a much less explored world unto themselves. Offering one of the most accessible dune ecosystems north of Cape Cod, Castle Neck has over six miles of trails, traversing the dunes,… Read More
Bird Watching Exploration on the Belle Isle Marsh
On this stunning DCR property at Belle Isle Marsh, we will have a FREE monthly birdwatching walk at Belle Isle Marsh, Boston’s last remaining salt marsh. We will watch the wave of migratory birds call this place home throughout the seasons and learn about climate change and the importance of… Read More
Hunt for Halloween Mushrooms Guided Hike
It’s almost Halloween! Our special foray at Chestnut Hill Farm will be to find fungi and we will focus on some “scary” and Halloween-themed mushrooms. You’ll learn about Witches’ butter, Jack o’ Lantern mushrooms, Dead man’s fingers, and varieties of bleeding fungi. As day turns to dusk, you’ll also get… 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
Not-So-Spooky Halloween Family Adventure
Looking for a not-so-spooky Halloween event for the family? Wondering what, or who, makes all of those noises at night? Join us at Rocky Woods for a nature craft, full moon hike, and s’mores around the campfire (weather permitting)! As we learn about the creatures of the night, we… Read More
Fall on the Farm at Appleton
Celebrate the autumnal season with Fall Saturdays at Appleton Farms! Spend the day outdoors with friends and family while you eat, drink, and revel in the multitude of fall scenes that can be found on our farm. We will have a snack table running on the patio of our… Read More
Mushroom Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods
Calling all mushroom enthusiasts! Join us for a Mushroom Walk with mycologist Aaron Keaton. After a rainy summer season, wild mushrooms are thriving along the interconnected trails of Whitney and Thayer Woods, Weir River Farm, and Turkey Hill! This will be an easy to moderate walk along dirt trails with… Read More
Legends and Lore: A Spooky Evening Stroll at Copicut Woods
Join the Trustees for a spooktacular evening stroll through the “Deep Dark” Copicut Woods. Ghouls and Goblins are welcome on this haunted evening hike as we explore the woods at night. Superstitions have long surrounded Copicut Woods and the surrounding area, and rumors of witchcraft and other paranormal activity circulate… Read More
CraneOutdoors: King Tide Hike
This high tide is royalty! Here’s your chance to see the king….tide that is. Join us for a hike to learn about extreme high tides, known as king tides, which are happening more often due to environmental change. These extreme tides have a variety of impacts on coastal infrastructure, including… Read More
Bird Watching Exploration on the Belle Isle Marsh
On this stunning DCR property at Belle Isle Marsh, we will have a FREE monthly birdwatching walk at Belle Isle Marsh, Boston’s last remaining salt marsh. We will watch the wave of migratory birds call this place home throughout the seasons and learn about climate change and the importance of… Read More
CraneExplorer: Shipwreck Scholars
Coastal views with a side of shipwreck! Participants will be guided on a hike from the Casino to Steep Hill Beach, while learning about local nautical history, including the role of Fox Creek Canal and Robinson Boat Yard in the area’s shipbuilding legacy, and the fascinating tale of the schooner… Read More
Bird Watching Exploration on the Belle Isle Marsh
On this stunning DCR property at Belle Isle Marsh, we will have a FREE monthly birdwatching walk at Belle Isle Marsh, Boston’s last remaining salt marsh. We will watch the wave of migratory birds call this place home throughout the seasons and learn about climate change and the importance of… Read More