Fruitlands Sunset

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… 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

Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Hike at Peaked Mountain with Adventure East

October can be the most beautiful time of year for exploring the local forests of New England. We have carefully chosen the best scenic Trustees of Reservations properties for optimal foliage viewing. Go on an adventure with a knowledgeable guide who can help you identify all the wild wonders of… Read More

Elizabeth Perry Milkweed

Native Plant Walk & Milkweed Fiber Spinning

Join Native Nature Educator & Artist Elizabeth James-Perry on a plant walk on the trails at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, followed by a milkweed fiber processing demonstration. Participants will learn about culturally-important Indigenous woodland and coastal plants in the northeast. Autumn is a great time to use colorful… Read More

Night Owl

Creatures of the Night Hike in Whitney and Thayer Woods

Join us for a magical Creatures of the Night Hike as we explore the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! We’ll discover how mammals, owls, frogs, and more survive so well at nighttime. As we wander the trails, we’ll talk about the unique adaptations that allow these creatures to thrive in… Read More

Mushrooms

Cancelled – Mushroom Walk at Copicut 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 trails of Copicut Woods! This will be an easy to moderate walk along dirt trails with slight inclines in some areas. You can expect semi-rocky… Read More

Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Hike at Mount Warner with Adventure East

October can be the most beautiful time of year for exploring the local forests of New England. We have carefully chosen the best scenic Trustees of Reservations properties for optimal foliage viewing. Go on an adventure with a knowledgeable guide who can help you identify all the wild wonders of… Read More

Wolly Hudsonia on Castle Neck (photo credit T. Barrieau)

CraneOutdoors: Castle Neck 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 the most accessible dune landscapes in New England and trails that provide a firsthand look into the delicate… Read More

Fall Foliage Hike

Fall Foliage Walk through Whitney and Thayer Woods

Join experienced Trustees staff on an easy to moderate 2.5 mile hike through Whitney and Thayer Woods. Starting from Weir River Farm and looping through Whitney and Thayer Woods, this hike will take approximately 1.5 hours. During the hike enjoy the crisp fall air while strolling through the beautiful woodlands… Read More

Fruitlands Sunset

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… 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