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Intro to Cross Country Skiing at Notchview with Adventure East

Discover the quiet magic of winter in this gentle, beginner-friendly cross-country skiing class set on serene trails in Western Massachusetts. Nestled in the rolling hills of the Berkshires, Notchview offers over 1,000 acres of conserved forest and open meadow—an ideal setting to learn the basics at a relaxed pace. Glide… Read More

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Explore! North Shore: Winter Hike at Moraine Farm

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. These beginner hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for learning and… Read More

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Winter Ecology Snowshoe Walk at Chesterfield Gorge with Adventure East

Join Adventure East and expert naturalist William Randolph for a guided exploration of winter’s quiet brilliance. As we snowshoe through forested trails, we’ll investigate how nature survives in winter, how buds and bark reveal seasonal strategies, and how snowpack shapes the lives of plants and animals. Learn to identify winter… Read More

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CraneOutdoors: Sunset Hike to Cedar Point with Firepits

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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Owl Prowl Hike at Appleton Farms

Join us for a very special evening hike to hear the owls who might be out and about in the dark winter woods and fields of Appleton Farms. This hike will take place along the trails of Appleton, known to have multiple species of owls. Before our hike, you’ll learn… Read More