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
Woodland Wildlife Walk on the Ross Mathieu Trail
Come and explore one of New Bedford’s natural woodlands on the Ross Mathieu Trail and participate in the Greater New Bedford City Nature Challenge! This City Nature Challenge is a part of a free 4-day worldwide event where the public helps conservation science, by taking photos of wild organisms in… Read More
Shells, Snails and More! at Fort Taber Park
Come and explore one of New Bedford’s coastlands at Fort Taber Park and participate in the Greater New Bedford City Nature Challenge! This City Nature Challenge is a part of a free 4-day worldwide event where the public helps conservation science, by taking photos of wild organisms in their community… Read More
Turtles, Tadpoles and More! on the Quequechan River Rail Trail
Come and explore one of Fall River’s natural wetlands on the Quequechan River and participate in the Greater Fall River City Nature Challenge! This City Nature Challenge is a part of a free 4 day worldwide event where the public helps conservation science, by taking photos of wild organisms in… Read More
Explore! North Shore: Spring Marsh Hike at Old Town Hill
The Explore! North Shore hiking series will get you outside and moving at some lesser explored Trustees properties across the Northeast Region, at the right time of year to see these special places shine. These beginner to moderate hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for… Read More
Tree ID Walk at Haskell Public Gardens
Come and explore one of New Bedford’s urban green spaces at Haskell Public Gardens and participate in the Greater New Bedford City Nature Challenge! This City Nature Challenge is a part of a free 4-day worldwide event where the public helps conservation science, by taking photos of wild organisms in… Read More
Tree ID Walk on the Tattapanum Trail
Come and explore one of Fall River’s natural woodlands on the Tattapanum Trail and participate in the Greater Fall River City Nature Challenge! This City Nature Challenge is a part of a free 4 day worldwide event where the public helps conservation science, by taking photos of wild organisms in… Read More
Powisset Pals – April Vacation
Join us for cooking, hiking, and gardening this April Vacation! Powisset Pals will enjoy a full day of hands-on fun at Powisset Farm. The day begins in the kitchen with Chef Maria, who will share some of her favorite recipes that are great for afterschool snacks (different recipes on… Read More
Family Explorer: Spring Bog Walk at Ward Reservation
Travel through the woods and across the boardwalk at Ward Reservation to discover a curious quaking bog habitat. Learn about insect-eating plants and other odd species that form a floating island of plants above a kettle pond formed by glaciers thousands of years ago. What makes this swampy place a… Read More
Powisset Pals – April Vacation
Join us for cooking, hiking, and gardening this April Vacation! Powisset Pals will enjoy a full day of hands-on fun at Powisset Farm. The day begins in the kitchen with Chef Maria, who will share some of her favorite recipes that are great for afterschool snacks (different recipes on… Read More
Mindfulness Walk at World's End
Take a break from the stresses of everyday life and join a guided Mindfulness Walk at World’s End. This lovely property is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the outdoors and be present in the moment. Mindfulness is a type of meditation that focuses on being present, taking in… Read More
Full Moon Creatures of the Night Hike at Lyman Reserve
Join us for a magical Full Moon Creatures of the Night Hike as we explore the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! Under the glow of the full moon, we’ll explore Lyman Reserve and discover the nocturnal wildlife that call this place home—from the stealthy owl to the chorus… Read More