Fern Walk
Join Ranger Robert for a 45-minute guided fern identification walk along the 1.5-mile Ledges Trail at Bartholomew’s Cobble. Explore one of the region’s richest fern habitats and discover more than 53 fern species growing among the Cobble’s unique limestone rock formations and alkaline soils. This easy-paced hike will introduce participants… Read More
Full Moon Hike
Join Ranger Robert for a guided Full Moon Hike at Bartholomew’s Cobble. Held during each full moon, this 1.5-hour evening adventure follows the tractor path to the top of Hurlburt’s Hill under the light of the moon. Along the way, participants will experience the Cobble after dark while learning about… Read More
Adult Cow Connection at Appleton Farms
Come meet, cuddle, brush, and spend time with our hand‑raised cows at Appleton Farms. The cows’ calm presence—their warm body temperature and steady heart rate—can help slow our own heart rate and encourage the release of oxytocin, our social bonding hormone. Enjoy both the scientifically recognized benefits and the simple… 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
Full Moon Creatures of the Night Hike at Lyman Reserve
Join us for a magical Full Moon Creatures of the Night Hike as we explore the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! Under the glow of the full moon, we’ll explore Lyman Reserve and discover the nocturnal wildlife that call this place home—from the stealthy owl to the chorus… Read More
Morning Yoga in the Gardens
Start your day surrounded by beauty of the gardens and fresh summer air with Morning Yoga in the Gardens at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens. This gentle, all-levels yoga session invites you to move, stretch, and breathe among blooming flowers, historic landscapes, and the peaceful sounds of nature. Read More
Full Moon Hike at World's End
Join us for a Full Moon Hike at World’s End! During this unique hiking experience, we invite you to stay after our gates have closed to enjoy a tranquil evening walk under the light of the moon with a World’s End guide. Enjoy an hour-long hike to the top of… Read More
CraneOutdoors: Sunset Kayak in the Crane Wildlife Refuge
There are few places on the North Shore that more reliably enjoy spectacular sunsets than the back side of Crane Beach, overlooking Essex Bay. On this outing into the… Read More
Cancelled – Evening Yoga in the Gardens
Unwind at the end of the day with Sunset Yoga in the Gardens at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens. As the sun begins to set over the historic landscape, this calming, all-levels yoga session invites you to slow down, stretch, and reconnect in a peaceful outdoor setting. Read More
CraneOutdoors: Sunset Kayak in the Crane Wildlife Refuge
There are few places on the North Shore that more reliably enjoy spectacular sunsets than the back side of Crane Beach, overlooking Essex Bay. On this outing into the… Read More
Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag
Join YogaLee for a creative, fun, flowy vinyasa yoga class while you soak in one of the best sunsets in the Berkshires! This class will be a dynamic, vinyasa-style flow suitable for all levels that is intelligently sequenced from start to finish. (Blocks will be provided. Read More