Fun Trail Ideas

Birdwatching is a great activity for people looking to take in the great outdoors. It is an activity you can do in your own back yard, a local trail, or anywhere you travel. Pretty great right? Plus birdwatching is an activity you can keep doing all your life, in any part of the world. Birdwatching is the fastest-growing outdoor activity in America. According to a survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 51.3 million Americans report that they watch birds. And more are taking it up all the time. How can I learn more about birdwatching? Join a local …

We firmly believe any time spent in nature is a win. Fresh air is good for the soul, but not all trails are accessible for everyone. ADA trails are follow the regulations indicated below. Asphalt pavement and concrete trails generally come to mind when thinking about ADA accessible trails. However, packed crushed stone, gravel fines compacted with a roller, packed soil and other natural materials bonded with synthetic materials can provide the required degree of stability and firmness. There are not ADA trails in each town but we have reached out to towns and agencies to compile this listing of …

In the market for an affordable gift? We can help. We’ve hand picked an assortment of gifts for every type of outdoors person in your life. The kayaker. The trail lover. The bird watcher. And all the other ways we love to enjoy the great outdoors. Gifts are a way to show you know what makes someone tick … and also that you care about their interests. So whether they like to unplug, explore the water, or take care of their blisters… we’ve got you covered. click the logo to shop! For the trails It’s important to be prepared for …

Hunting Season Hiking Tips We love to spend all the seasons exploring our trails – but need to be extra vigilant during hunting season. With the right precautions, there is no reason to not enjoy your favorite trails during your local hunting season. We’ve pulled together some tips for staying safe while you are on the trails. (1) WEAR BLAZE ORANGE Wear a fluorescent or “blaze” orange hat and vest (and pack cover if backpacking), or hooded outerwear when hiking in fall, winter or spring. Blaze orange will help distinguish you from wild game. If you hike with a dog, …

Although the South Shore might be best known for its beaches and coastal lifestyle, there is an abundance of Fall colors to be enjoyed with the return of Autumn. There is no reason to run North to Vermont and New Hampshire to take in the bright welcoming change of seasons. Whether you want to have a little quiet time or explore with family, we’ve selected 8 spots to enjoy the return of Fall. Grab a cider donut from Hornstra Farms and hit the trails! Family Friendly One of our favorite traditions is watching families and friends hike together. All of …

Have you heard of geocaching? If not, we are here to help. Geocaching is an outdoor activity that prompts participants to use GPS to find containers, called “geocaches”, at specific locations marked by coordinates all over the world. Exciting right? A typical cache is a small waterproof container containing a logbook and sometimes a pen or pencil. The geocacher signs the log and then the cache is placed back exactly where it was found. HOW One of the best parts about Geocaching is how easy it is – and free! All you need is enthusiasm and a smartphone. If you …

We combed the internet, talked to the community, and built these lists to help you enjoy the outdoors. Do you have an idea for list? Talk to us.  The Benefits of Forest Bathing Forest bathing is a wonderful practice that costs absolutely nothing but your own time and attention. Isn’t that incredible? The benefits are potentially immense. To give you a head start on what this practice is… and how to try it, we’ve condensed a very informative Time Magazine article below. When you are ready to give it a shot, check out the trail list for a new, quiet spot …

We combed the internet, talked to the community, and built these lists to help you enjoy the outdoors. Do you have an idea for list? Talk to us.  Thankful for the Beautiful South Shore Each day that we get outside is a good day in our book – but sometimes it’s a fun reminder to think of why we are thankful for the beautiful South Shore. FYI – We’ve rather intentionally left some of the most popular spots off our list like World’s End, Whitney Thayer, Two Mile Farm and Norris Reservation. They are all incredible spots (!!!) but… the parking …

One of the best parts about exploring the great outdoors is that it is often free! So many of our trails on the South Shore can be accessed for absolutely zero entrance fees. All of these trails are maintained by a variety of resources ranging from local and state governments to private non-profit organizations. There are many benefits to supporting these non-profits that go beyond the small tax deduction – you get access to great newsletters, reduced event fees, and perhaps some good karma points for helping to sustain our beautiful natural resources. We’ve highlighted several of these organizations featured …

We believe that getting fresh air and stretching your legs is the key to happiness – but it helps to be prepared and safe at the same time. So, to help you out we’ve pulled together a list of the 10 things that we think you need to hit the trails this season – and any other for that matter. The key to being prepared and relaxed when you hit the great outdoors are as follows: Light backpack / Fanny pack: Let’s start here. You need a place to put your necessities that isn’t the pockets of your pants or jacket …

Ticks are a fact of life for pretty much anyone who decides to leave their house. But do not let this stop your outdoor activities, instead let’s go through some things that will help you avoid tick bites and lyme disease. Tick Facts: Adult ticks hang on bushes 2-3 feet from the ground. Younger ticks are found under leaves, ground cover plants, etc. Part of the spider family It takes 24-36 hours for a tick to transmit any disesase Less active in the Winter, but still around Two year life span All ticks come in small, medium, and large sizes. Pre-hike …