Summer Shore is a fun-filled day camp experience for children ages 3-12 in Beverly Massachusettss. Register today!
Summer Shore is where adventure, creativity, and unforgettable memories come to life! Our day, sports, theater, and robotics camps offer unique experiences for campers ages 3...
Join the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club in a to learn about Astronomy at the Crane Beach in Ipswich Massachusetts
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week, April 13-20, and join us for a star party with the North Shore Astronomy Club on Tuesday, April 14 (back-up weather date, April 16)....
Hiking the Dunes at the Crane Wildlife refuge with the Trustees of Reservations.
You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are a much less explored world unto themselves. They offer one of...
CraneOutdoors: The Castle Hill Hike at the Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts
Come explore the lesser-visited corners of Castle Hill and its surroundings with us this season. This hike is a CraneOutdoors guide favorite because it’s got a little bit of...
Kids can meet the barnyard animals and hear a story at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts.
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage...
Join us as we look for elusive river mammals at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. Photo: American Beaver ©Scott Santino
Have you ever seen a muskrat swimming or a beaver slapping its tail in alarm? We'll look for these elusive mammals while canoeing along the Ipswich River at dusk. Discover...
Four days of exploring and natural adventure await your child at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary this April Vacation in Topsfield Massachusetts
Spring is an exciting time for outdoor discovery at the sanctuary. We have put together four full days of hands-on, engaging, and educational hikes and activities to explore...
Kids and families will explore IRWS wetland in search of painted and snapping turtles.
Explore our wetlands in search of these fascinating reptiles. Walk about a half mile to visit areas where turtles like to nest and bask in the sun, look at and touch real...
What kind of Salamanders will we find at Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary? Photo: Mass Audubon
Explore the sanctuary's vernal pools, ponds, and woodlands to search for amphibians active during this season. If we're fortunate, we might discover Wood Frog and Spotted...
Join us as we look for elusive river mammals at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. Photo: American Beaver ©Scott Santino
Wetlands are home to many fascinating creatures, including beavers. These elusive animals are mainly active at dawn and dusk. As the sun sets, we will visit wetlands in...
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Four days of exploring and natural adventure await your child at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary this April Vacation in Topsfield Massachusetts
Spring is an exciting time for outdoor discovery at the sanctuary. We have put together four full days of hands-on, engaging, and educational hikes and activities to explore the natural world this time of year. Grouped by ages: 5-6, 7-8, & 9-12. Scheduling for April Vacation 2024: Tuesday, April 21 Wednesday, April 22 Thursday, April 23...
Summer Shore is a fun-filled day camp experience for children ages 3-12 in Beverly Massachusettss. Register today!
Summer Shore is where adventure, creativity, and unforgettable memories come to life! Our day, sports, theater, and robotics camps offer unique experiences for campers ages 3-17. A favorite destination for North Shore families, our camps are open to all — and there’s something here for every kind of camper.  From our six sprawling playing fields...
Best Sledding Hills and Slopes on Boston's North Shore of Massachusetts
When it snows, we love to slip and slide the afternoon away. It's always a lot of fun, and it's a great way to get out and explore some new places. Local parks, golf courses, schoolyards, libraries, parks and even the backs and sides of buildings. If it doesn't make sense to drive around in the car, break out the shovels and start making your own...
Give the gift of memberships to nonprofits and museums on the North Shore of Boston Massachusetts!
Giving a membership to a favorite museum or local organization is more than a thoughtful present—it is an invitation. It says, “This matters to me, and I’d love to share it with you.” A gift membership creates opportunities to spend time together, explore shared interests, and build experiences that last well beyond the moment the gift is opened....
Landmark Skills Plus Summer Executive Function Course at Landmark School in Beverly Massachusetts
Skills+ Summer Executive Function Course July 20–July 31, 2026 Grades 6-12 Half-Day 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Skills+ is a two-week course for middle and high school students who need to improve their organizational, time management, and other executive function skills. Students will develop strong study habits and boost academic achievement—all in...

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