Bartholomew's Cobble

Nature Medicine: Forest Bathing with Adventure East

Unplug for a few hours and take a rejuvenating stroll through the forest with us. This is a gentle and mindful outdoor experience that will allow you to connect deeply to the healing powers of nature. You will saunter along woodland trails, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds all… Read More

Bullitt to Chapel

Bullitt Reservation to Chapel Brook Waterfall Hike with Adventure East

This guided 3.5-mile hike links two stunning conservation properties: Bullitt Reservation and Chapel Brook. Starting in open fields and mixed woodlands, we follow well-maintained forest paths, cross gentle stream corridors, and make our way toward the Chapel Brook gorge. The route features rolling terrain, shaded trail sections, and a final… Read More

Old Growth forest

Old Growth Forest Walk with Adventure East

Join Adventure East for a guided woodland walk at the William Cullen Bryant Homestead in Cummington, MA. This walk explores one of Western Massachusetts’ most remarkable forest landscapes. Your naturalist guide will introduce the area’s towering white pines, ancient hemlocks, and diverse hardwoods while sharing the natural history, forest ecology,… Read More

Explore! Southeast: Walking Tour of Norris Reservation

This program is part of a monthly series featuring guided walking tours at different Trustees properties across Southeast Massachusetts. Each month we explore a new location, offering a fun way to discover the region’s landscapes and stories. Experience the serene beauty of Norris Reservation on a guided walking tour!… Read More

Night Owl

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

Owl

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

Full moon

Full Moon Hike at Notchview with Adventure East

Join Adventure East for an enchanting Full Moon Hike at Notchview in Windsor, MA, where the mystical energy of the full moon illuminates our path and fosters a sense of community. This approximately three hour hike features mostly flat terrain with beautifully groomed trails nestled among red spruce and northern… Read More

Old Growth forest

Old Growth Forest Walk with Adventure East

Join Adventure East for a guided woodland walk at the William Cullen Bryant Homestead in Cummington, MA. This walk explores one of Western Massachusetts’ most remarkable forest landscapes. Your naturalist guide will introduce the area’s towering white pines, ancient hemlocks, and diverse hardwoods while sharing the natural history, forest ecology,… Read More