Women of Agriculture Hike at Appleton Farms

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Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day at Appleton Farms! Women have shaped Appleton Farms for centuries: from Indigenous women who were the primary farmers and preservers of food, to Joan Appleton and her ancestors, to our current Trustees staff farmers. Learn about these women and the grit it takes… Read More

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Children's Maple in the Barnyard at Appleton Farms

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Maple Season is here! This special program for ages 3-11 & their families will focus on the magic of maple from start to finish. We will discover this tradition by observing trees, tasting sap, learning the tools involved, and finally, tasting the sweet product. This program is for families,… Read More

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Adult Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms

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Visit the historic maple stand and sugar shack at Appleton Farms and learn all about maple sugaring, its history at the farm and in New England, and how you can try your hand at it at home! Experience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic… Read More

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CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point with Firepits

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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