Happy Arbor Day everyone! I must confess that even for me—a tree hugger and nature lover from way back—the meaning of Arbor Day has been somewhat murky. It’s about planting trees, right? …
Starting next month, Essex Greenbelt will host a series of guided walks in the DeNormandie Woods Conservation Area, an environmentally rich 330-acre property that spans Gloucester and …
This April, Cape Ann’s public libraries are inviting the community to step away from their screens and into a shared space of curiosity, connection, and conservation. In honor of Earth Day …
Manchester Harbor has experienced a great deal of positive change over the past 13 years. This includes the introduction of shallow water moorings in 2015, conversion of many single point …
Families looking to experience Cape Ann’s natural beauty in the winter can take part in a CraneOutdoors Family Winter Wildlife Walk on Sunday, March 15, at the Crane Estate in Ipswich. …
A unique writing workshop series kicks off this weekend at Gloucester’s Sawyer Free Library aimed at getting people to step away from everyday demands, get outside, and reconnect with the …
Yes, it’s time to think about summer camps. Believe it. Or not. It’s time. The good news is, camps on Cape Ann have long been a cherished tradition and the …
The Essex County Beekeepers’ Association (ECBA) Bee School is a nine-week course for beginner beekeepers and those interested in honeybees. Classes are held weekly in Topsfield from 7 - …
Late last month, members of Troop 3 Scouts and their families all gathered at the delightful Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) lodge in Alexandria, NH for a weekend of fun that has become an annual …
Salt Marsh Dory Building is Back at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum. Once again comes the opportunity to experience the timeless art of boatbuilding. The Essex Historical …
The first time I saw Michael’s images I found myself holding my breath. Stunning photo after stunning photo of kids launching themselves off of the Magnolia Pier into the air captured in all manner of ways, always with a little bit of risky surprise. The images are gorgeous, crisp, and artful.
Come participate in the Bench Walk Challenge for the final four walks from August 31 to October 9. The Longevity Bench Project members and walk leaders encourage individuals, …
Two weeks ago, the North Shore Horticultural Society sent out a call to its membership. The area’s oldest garden club reported that a White Oak memorial tree planted last year in …
Last weekend’s 5th Annual MBTS Fishing Tournament went for three days, with anglers fishing local waters from Friday to Sunday and many records were made. In all, 136 anglers logged 365 …
This week kicks off the Manchester Sailing Association’s summer season, with programs for young and adult sailors of all skill levels, from novices to racing champs. MSA reports that it …
Andy Kelly, an experienced striper and tuna fisherman who lives on Plum Island shared the following story with me: It was a warm, windless evening in August. A perfect night for striper …
A cohort of fifth graders from Essex Elementary School recently participated in Mass Audubon’s "Rivers to Sea" program, where they learned about important concepts and challenges in the local …
If you are lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time, the night sky can reveal mesmerizing displays of dancing lights known as auroras, captivating observers with their ethereal beauty. …
TownGreen, the Cape Ann non-profit focused on climate awareness education for Cape Ann, is presenting An Evening with Melissa Hoffer, Massachusetts Climate Chief, from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May …
I’m no Daniel Boone, but I’ve paid enough attention to animal tracks over the years to recognize cat tracks when I see them. The tracks I saw in the wet sand of the Dunes at Castle …