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
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
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
Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms
Barnyard stories really come alive when you get to see the main characters in real life! Bring the kids down to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh version of story time. Explore the farmstead, visit our learning garden, see our cows, goats, and rabbits, and find a spot to play under… Read More
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
Little Sprouts in the Garden: Kids Terrarium Workshop
Engage your curious budding gardener or adventurer in our new Little Sprouts in the Garden series, a monthly themed program to connect your child with the natural world around us. As the snow begins to melt with spring around the corner, it may be too cold for fresh flowers or… Read More
Horticulture 101: Late Winter Pruning Workshop
Join Long Hill’s Senior Horticulturist Dan Bouchard for this hands-on late winter pruning workshop where participants will learn skills for winter pruning and techniques for identifying different shrubs and trees. Participants will start the day by looking at different pruning tools that can be used and maintenance techniques for these… Read More
Theatre on Castle Hill: Ada and the Engine
What if Jane Austen had met Steve Jobs, and then written a play? Playwright Lauren Gunderson (The Revolutionists, Silent Sky) tells the story of Ada Byron Lovelace in this poignant pre-tech romance heralding the computer age. As the great grandmother of artificial intelligence, “Ada envisions a whole new world where… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Winter Wildlife Walk
A CraneOutdoors Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are… Read More
Theatre on Castle Hill: Ada and the Engine
What if Jane Austen had met Steve Jobs, and then written a play? Playwright Lauren Gunderson (The Revolutionists, Silent Sky) tells the story of Ada Byron Lovelace in this poignant pre-tech romance heralding the computer age. As the great grandmother of artificial intelligence, “Ada envisions a whole new world where… 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
Theatre on Castle Hill: Ada and the Engine
What if Jane Austen had met Steve Jobs, and then written a play? Playwright Lauren Gunderson (The Revolutionists, Silent Sky) tells the story of Ada Byron Lovelace in this poignant pre-tech romance heralding the computer age. As the great grandmother of artificial intelligence, “Ada envisions a whole new world where… Read More