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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful morning Yoga class among the beautiful blooming gardens at Stevens-Coolidge during our Spring BloomFest weekend! During this outdoor yoga class\, participants will enjoy a gentle flow to balance and stretch their body and connect with nature. With the sky for a roof\, flowers for walls\, and birdsong for music\, the beautiful gardens of Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens is the perfect setting to connect to the earth and find peace in nature. \nNo prior experience necessary and is appropriate for all levels. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in\, water\, and bring a large towel or mat. Instructor Lauren Tamburello is a dedicated and enthusiastic instructor with a passion for creating community for clients to move\, grow\, and connect. She brings a diverse skill set and an energetic approach to every class with her experience and training in yoga\, barre\, pilates\, dance and other cardio formats. Whether you’re new to fitness or an experienced practitioner\, Lauren’s classes are designed to welcome\, inspire and empower participants of all levels. \nPre-registration is required and space is limited. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-yoga-in-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,Historical,Outdoor Recreation
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T143000
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SUMMARY:Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
DESCRIPTION:Sessions start at: 11\, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20 \nVisit 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! \nExperience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup! \nBe sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour\, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however\, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming\, Maple in the Barnyard! \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended. \nWe will have a food station open selling maple baked goods\, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/maple-strolls-at-appleton-farms-13/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T143000
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T185408Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Historic Dogtown
DESCRIPTION:Babson Boulder Parking\nCherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930\n$10 for CAM Members\, $20 for non-members\nRegistration Required \nOn Cape Ann\, the name “Dogtown” conjures up many things — vast woodlands and trails; stone walls and cellar holes; tales of witches and widows; an ill-fated bullfighter; pastures\, picnics and blueberries; a sea of rocks. Dogtown is all of these things and more. But first\, it is a place where proud people once lived and worked\, at the center of Gloucester\, for nearly 150 years – until it became “Dogtown” and died out. \nThis tour will take you down the main roads of this early settlement\, to meet some of the people\, see where they lived and hear their stories. You will learn how Dogtown got its name\, why people left\, and how it has changed in the 200 years since the last house came down. You will hear about writers and artists who were inspired here\, and reservoirs that were built here. Finally\, you will see some of the inspirational word-boulders along the trails that are the lasting legacy of entrepreneur and philanthropist Roger Babson (1875-1967)\, and a symbol of the enduring nature of this special place called Dogtown. \nThis walking tour is three miles and will take approximately two hours. The route is over hiking trails that are generally easy\, but uneven\, with rocks and roots underfoot. Hiking attire and footwear advised; also\, walking poles if you use them. Bring water and insect repellent. The tour will start at the main entrance to Dogtown\, off Cherry Street. Meet at the parking lot a short distance up Dogtown Road\, on the right. There is parking for a few cars in the lot; otherwise\, park along the right side of the road\, after the parking lot\, or along Cherry St. Please arrive 10 minutes early. The tour will depart on time. \nPhoto Credit: Marsden Hartley (1877-1943). Summer Outward Bound\, Gloucester\, 1931\, oil on board. Collection of Cape Ann Museum. Gift of the estate of Robert L. French\, 2009 [Accession # 2009.51.9]
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/walking-tour-historic-dogtown/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Babson Boulder Parking\, Cherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
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SUMMARY:CoastalExplorer: Animals in the Estuary
DESCRIPTION:Take in beautiful views of the Crane Wildlife Refuge while learning about estuary critters and how life survives in this ever changing environment at the Crane Boat Dock. Families will conduct measurements of water quality and weather\, census native vs. Non-native crabs\, collect and observe plankton using field microscopes\, and observe the ever-shifting tides. Join this program to discover a lesser-known area of the Crane Estate\, on the backside of Crane Beach along the picturesque Castle Neck River. \nThis program is part of the CoastalExplorers spring monthly series\, highlighting different habitats around our coast at The Crane Estate. Other programs in this series include Sand Dune Safari (Sunday\, 4/13) and Shoreline Shipwreck Scholars (Sunday 6/1). You can register for one\, or get a 15% discount if you register for all three. To access this discount contact CraneOutdoors@thetrustees.org to get the coupon code before you sign up. \nCraneExplorer events are family-friendly educational programs and hikes for all ages. Not just a walk in the woods\, these family-friendly experiences teach kids and delight adults by exploring the wonder of our coastal habitats and the rich history of the Crane Estate. Best suited for children ages 5+
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/coastalexplorer-animals-in-the-estuary/
LOCATION:The Crane Estate\, 310 Argilla Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees - The Crane Estate":MAILTO:craneoutdoors@thetrustees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T083000
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SUMMARY:Adult Bootcamp Workout Series with Kin Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Workout with a view! Join Eric\, NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer & Youth Fitness Specialist from Kin Fitness of Newburyport\, on 5 Mondays May 5 – June 9 (no class Memorial Day) at Cider Hill Farm from 8:30-9:15. Classic cardio\, strength\, + core exercises are mixed into the perfect combo to keep you on your toes – always challenging\, always fun and positive! All levels welcome. $10 drop-in or 5 classes for $40. 18+.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/adult-bootcamp-workout-series-with-kin-fitness/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T143000
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T123000
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CREATED:20250422T192222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T192222Z
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SUMMARY:CraneExplorer: Mother's Day Coastal Crafts
DESCRIPTION:This Mother’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 make a gift for Mom\, OR bring Mom along for a fun coastal art-making outing! This program will start with a beach walk to collect coastal treasures\, and then we will head inside for crafting. Materials and inspiration provided. \nYou have the option to skip the beach walk – the crafting portion of the program is ADA-accessible. \nCraneExplorer events are family-friendly educational programs and hikes for all ages. Not just a walk in the woods\, these family-friendly experiences teach kids and delight adults by exploring the wonder of our coastal habitats and the rich history of the Crane Estate. Best suited for children ages 5+
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/craneexplorer-mothers-day-coastal-crafts/
LOCATION:Castle Hill on the Crane Estate\, Argilla Road 290\, Ipswich\, M\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Holiday,Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T143000
DTSTAMP:20250117T190808Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
DESCRIPTION:Sessions start at: 11\, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20 \nVisit 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! \nExperience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup! \nBe sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour\, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however\, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming\, Maple in the Barnyard! \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended. \nWe will have a food station open selling maple baked goods\, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/maple-strolls-at-appleton-farms-13/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T143000
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CREATED:20250206T184410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184606Z
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T143000
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T143000
DTSTAMP:20250117T190808Z
CREATED:20250117T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T190808Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
DESCRIPTION:Sessions start at: 11\, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20 \nVisit 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! \nExperience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup! \nBe sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour\, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however\, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming\, Maple in the Barnyard! \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended. \nWe will have a food station open selling maple baked goods\, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/maple-strolls-at-appleton-farms-13/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T185408Z
CREATED:20250422T185408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T185408Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: Historic Dogtown
DESCRIPTION:Babson Boulder Parking\nCherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930\n$10 for CAM Members\, $20 for non-members\nRegistration Required \nOn Cape Ann\, the name “Dogtown” conjures up many things — vast woodlands and trails; stone walls and cellar holes; tales of witches and widows; an ill-fated bullfighter; pastures\, picnics and blueberries; a sea of rocks. Dogtown is all of these things and more. But first\, it is a place where proud people once lived and worked\, at the center of Gloucester\, for nearly 150 years – until it became “Dogtown” and died out. \nThis tour will take you down the main roads of this early settlement\, to meet some of the people\, see where they lived and hear their stories. You will learn how Dogtown got its name\, why people left\, and how it has changed in the 200 years since the last house came down. You will hear about writers and artists who were inspired here\, and reservoirs that were built here. Finally\, you will see some of the inspirational word-boulders along the trails that are the lasting legacy of entrepreneur and philanthropist Roger Babson (1875-1967)\, and a symbol of the enduring nature of this special place called Dogtown. \nThis walking tour is three miles and will take approximately two hours. The route is over hiking trails that are generally easy\, but uneven\, with rocks and roots underfoot. Hiking attire and footwear advised; also\, walking poles if you use them. Bring water and insect repellent. The tour will start at the main entrance to Dogtown\, off Cherry Street. Meet at the parking lot a short distance up Dogtown Road\, on the right. There is parking for a few cars in the lot; otherwise\, park along the right side of the road\, after the parking lot\, or along Cherry St. Please arrive 10 minutes early. The tour will depart on time. \nPhoto Credit: Marsden Hartley (1877-1943). Summer Outward Bound\, Gloucester\, 1931\, oil on board. Collection of Cape Ann Museum. Gift of the estate of Robert L. French\, 2009 [Accession # 2009.51.9]
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/walking-tour-historic-dogtown/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:Babson Boulder Parking\, Cherry Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20250422T194525Z
CREATED:20250422T194525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T194525Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Hike & Climate Café
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike and climate café discussion on May 18th 12-3pm at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. The event will start with a ~2-mile Cedar Point hike through the forest\, marsh\, dunes\, and beach\, to observe and discuss our changing coastlines. Then we will head back to the Casino at Castle Hill for a climate cafe discussion. \nClimate cafés are community discussions about environmental issues. These teen-led discussions invite participants to discuss and learn more about the environment\, how humans are imacting it\, and how we can take action to be better citizens of the earth. Our teen leaders will share a few issues and questions\, and then participants will discuss in small groups and then share out at the end. The goal of the session is to CLARIFY environmental issues impacting our community\, CONNECT different members and groups of the community around a central issue that matters to everyone\, and CREATE solutions that can be scaled up to help the environment. \nThis is a youth-led event and youth (or anyone) interested in environmental advocacy is encouraged to join us. \nLearn more about climate cafés here: https://www.climate-cafe.org/ \nAccessibility: This hike has an moderate level of difficulty\, and requires hiking 2-3 miles on unpaved and sandy trails\, with moderate elevation gain for approximately 2 hours.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/coastal-hike-climate-cafe/
LOCATION:Castle Hill on the Crane Estate\, Argilla Road 290\, Ipswich\, M\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T220000
DTSTAMP:20250422T194651Z
CREATED:20250422T194651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T194651Z
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SUMMARY:Crane Beach Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a star party with the North Shore Astronomy Club. Club members will bring telescopes and expertise to help us explore and view the dark sky from the Crane Beach parking lot. Bring your binoculars\, scopes\, starfinding apps\, and curiosity. You may also want to bring: red light/head lamp\, bug spray\, water bottle\, chair or blanket to sit on. This event is all ages\, so bring the family! \nPlease arrive between 8-8:30pm – night sky viewing will begin at 8:30pm. \nHere are some of the exciting things we may be able to see through the telescopes: \n– Double star systems\n– Quadruple and larger star systems\n– Open clusters (collections of 100 to 1000 stars in our galaxy)\n– Globular clusters (collections of 100’s of thousands of stars that orbit our galaxy)\n– Nebula (exploded stars as well as star forming regions)\nLearn more about our co-hosts\, the North Shore Astronomy Club\, here: https://nsaac.org/ \nParking and meeting location for events will be emailed to registrants approximately 24 hours before the event start at the address provided upon registration. Please note that registration closes 24 hours before the start of the event and we will not be able to accommodate walk-ins or on-site sales. Thank you for understanding. \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is required. This event is suited for all ages.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/crane-beach-star-party/
LOCATION:The Crane Estate\, 310 Argilla Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees":MAILTO:CastleHill@thetrustees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T143000
DTSTAMP:20250206T184606Z
CREATED:20250206T184410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184606Z
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T123000
DTSTAMP:20250529T180813Z
CREATED:20250529T180813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180813Z
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SUMMARY:Rocky Neck Historic Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Rocky Neck Historic Walking Tour are back for the season! This public walking tour covers the rich history of Rocky Neck Art Colony\, showcasing the many artists who worked here\, especially from the late nineteenth century to today. Artists such as Edward Hopper\, Winslow Homer\, Augustus Buhler\, John Sloan\, Theresa Bernstein\, Stuart Davis\, and Emile Gruppe found artistic inspiration and community in this peninsula. \nJoin one of our docents on the tour and follow a path that held studios and gathering places of the artists\, interspersed with the fishing shacks\, sail lofts\, and schooner docks of the fishing industry that grew up here over the same period. It will include recognition of the many galleries that contribute to the Rocky Neck community today. The tour also describes the importance of transportation and the proliferation of hotels that encouraged the growth of Rocky Neck as an artist community\, as well as other notable historic events. \nRNAC’s Historic Walking Tours last from 1- to 1.5 hours and cover approximately .75 miles. Tours begin at the Rocky Neck Parking Lot and end at the Rocky Neck Cultural Center\, 6 Wonson Street\, Gloucester\, MA. \nParticipants are encouraged to park in the parking lot at the entrance to Rocky Neck where a volunteer tour guide meets the group. Comfortable shoes are encouraged. Be prepared to walk on uneven terrain and up a hill. \nThe 2025 public tours will be take place on Saturdays at 11am:\nMay 24\nJune 7 & 21\nJuly 12 & 26\nAugust 9 & 23\nSeptember 6 & 20 \nTours are limited to 15 people.\nCost: $10 for RNAC members or $25 for nonmembers. \nFor more information email director@rockyneckartcolony.org or call 978-515-7004. Tours may be cancelled in inclement weather.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/rocky-neck-historic-walking-tour/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Rocky Neck
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Historical,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Neck Art Colony":MAILTO:info@rockyneckartcolony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T143000
DTSTAMP:20250117T190808Z
CREATED:20250117T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T190808Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
DESCRIPTION:Sessions start at: 11\, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20 \nVisit 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! \nExperience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup! \nBe sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour\, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however\, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming\, Maple in the Barnyard! \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended. \nWe will have a food station open selling maple baked goods\, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/maple-strolls-at-appleton-farms-13/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T143000
DTSTAMP:20250206T184606Z
CREATED:20250206T184410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184606Z
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SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T143000
DTSTAMP:20250206T184606Z
CREATED:20250206T184410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184606Z
UID:10013209-1748680200-1748701800@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Free Self-Guided Spring Orchard Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step out amongst 10\,000 blossoming fruit trees at Cider Hill Farm. Enjoy the fresh air and views as you walk through the orchards. Open Saturdays and Sundays 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 4/19 – 5/31. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk\, you’ll see apple\, peach\, pear\, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed 4/20 Easter Sunday\, weekdays and afternoons.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/free-self-guided-spring-orchard-walk/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Family,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T143000
DTSTAMP:20250117T190808Z
CREATED:20250117T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T190808Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
DESCRIPTION:Sessions start at: 11\, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20 \nVisit 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! \nExperience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup! \nBe sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour\, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however\, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming\, Maple in the Barnyard! \nSpace is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended. \nWe will have a food station open selling maple baked goods\, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/maple-strolls-at-appleton-farms-13/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:Appleton Farms\, 219 County Road\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees %E2%80%94  Appleton Farms":MAILTO:appletonfarms@thetrustees.org
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