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"From the High Hills, They Strained Their Eyes": 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution

Step back in time at Ward Reservation to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution as local historian and storyteller Jane Cairns brings to life the stirring day in June 1775 when Andover residents climbed Holt Hill, the town’s highest vantage point, to glimpse the smoke and fire of… Read More

Frog in Water

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

Solstice

CraneOutdoors: Summer Solstice Hike and Fire Pit Adventure

Join us for a beautiful hike to Cedar Point to celebrate the Summer Solstice! Summer at the Crane Estate has so much to offer, and while many guests may be familiar with Crane Beach, Cedar Point is a much less-explored part of the property. Offering maritime scrub forest, woodland Trails,… Read More

Portrait of the Great House and Casino

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

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Bird Walks at World's End

Walk the trails of World’s End this spring, especially “Bird Alley” and “The Valley” listening for seasonal bird songs and searching for bird activity. Positioned in Hingham Bay, World’s End offers an attractive green oasis for birds flying along the coast. Poor weather conditions and unfavorable fronts often force birds… Read More

Full Moon Over Dunes

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 Over Dunes

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

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Explore! North Shore: Full Moon Hike at Ward Reservation

Note: This event was previously scheduled for May 10 and has been rescheduled to June 10. 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. Read More