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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

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Lunar New Year Sensational Street Food – Adult Cooking Class

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Celebrate the vibrant flavors and traditions of the Lunar New Year with a street food inspired cooking class! Together with event Chef Josh, you’ll cook, taste, and share the stories behind every dish. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll make Scallion Pancakes with Soy Ginger Dipping Sauce, Pork Panfried Dumplings,… Read More

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Family Explorer: Winter on the Lake at Moraine Farm

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Hike along the shores of beautiful Wenham Lake on a glacial moraine and learn how this ridge formed thousands of years ago, as glaciers melted, scattering about rocks and sand to form the landscape we see today. Learn also about the importance of Wenham Lake as a water source, both… Read More

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Family Wildlife Tracking at Notchview with Adventure East

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Step into the mystery of the natural world and deepen your relationship with those who we share the land. This two-hour immersive experience introduces the foundational skills of wildlife tracking—learning to identify track and sign, interpret animal clues, and cultivate a mindful presence in nature. Through guided exploration and… Read More

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Family Explorer: Winter Birds and Wildlife at Appleton Farms

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What birds and other wildlife frequent the Appleton Farms fields, woodlands, and wetlands in the winter? This hike will start with some interactive games and demonstrations to get learners familiar with our resident winter birds and wildlife, and to introduce techniques for bird observation and animal tracking. We will then… Read More

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Family Explorer: Winter Bog Walk at Ward

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Travel through the woods and across the boardwalk at Ward Reservation to discover a curious quaking bog habitat. Learn about insect-eating plants and other odd species that form a floating island of plants above a kettle pond formed by glaciers thousands of years ago. What makes this swampy place a… Read More

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Family Explorer: Sleepy Garden Hike at Long Hill

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What happens to the garden in winter? This hike will start with a story & discussion, and then we will head out on the trails and through the gardens at Long Hill to learn about plant life cycles and how gardens and forests go dormant in the winter to prepare… Read More

fire pit

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

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Sweet Baking with Sweet Potatoes – Adult Cooking Class

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Sweet potato is one of winter’s most versatile ingredients. In this hands-on adult baking class, guest Chef Clarisse will show you how to bake using the naturally sweet, earthy flavor of sweet potatoes! We’ll make yeasty sweet potato bread dough. At the end of the class you’ll get bread dough… Read More

fire pit

CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point with Firepits

By

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

Valentines Crafts

CraneExplorer: Valentine's Coastal Crafts

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This Valentine’s Day, give a gift from the sea! From seaweed pressings to shell collages, beach treasures make beautiful greetings and keepsakes. Join this workshop to learn fun craft ideas and make marine art with our coastal educators. This program will start with a beach walk to collect coastal treasures,… Read More