Deep in the forest of Central Massachusetts, in the small town of Royalston, 45-foot Royalston Falls rewards majestic views and tranquil surroundings to whomever is willing to make the hike out to visit it. Royalston Falls had been on my bucket list of places to visit for a few months. In fact, we had plans […]
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Hiking Monument Mountain with Chipmunks
Monument Mountain in Great Barrington, MA, offers a great outdoor hiking adventure. At the top, you’ll enjoy magnificent views of the area, and, if you’re lucky, you’ll be accompanied by hundreds of chipmunks that will help guide you along the way. If you go to Great Barrington, MA, and don’t climb Monument Mountain, can you […]
Natural Resources Trust of Easton
The Natural Resources Trust of Easton offers not only short hiking/walking paths along pastoral fields and woods, but also an opportunity to make friends with the resident chickens, sheep, and bull. Admission is free. “BAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH.” He was at it again. Benny was making weird animal sounds for no apparent reason. Experience told me that if […]
White’s Factory in Acushnet
White’s Factory, or the remains thereof, rest near the Acushnet River. The remnants of the old mill hearken back to the days of old when New England industry relied on the force of water to power their businesses.
Check out Dinosaur Footprints in Massachusetts!
Get a close up view of fossilized dinosaur footprints in Massachusetts. The footprints are easily accessible in Holyoke right off of Route 5.
Hop on a Trolley Ride at the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum
The Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum is a fun, family-friendly destination. At this Western Mass museum, you can ride the rails in a vintage trolley car.