Archives for Walking
Charles River Bike Path
by Louise April 28th, 2011 | Biking, Outdoor Activities, Walking
The Charles River Bike Path is a 23-mile, mixed-use path along the Charles River in the Boston area. It contains a 17-mile loop that is divided by the river. On the north side, the path passes through Cambridge and Watertown. On the south side, it passes through the West End, Back Bay, and Allston-Brighton neighborhoods of Boston. There are plans to extend the path to Needham, Dedham, and West Roxbury. The route is fully-paved; one can bike the length of the Charles River Bike Path in less than two hours. There might be a few traffic lights and some narrow passing areas
Navigating Tips
by Louise February 5th, 2010 | Hiking, Outdoor Activities, Walking
Sometimes it can be fun to go on walks or hikes in the outdoors without a planned route or destination. However, such an adventure only stays fun as long as you can navigate your way to where you need to be. Being able to determine your cardinal directions (north, south, east or west) without a compass is one of the most important navigational tools.
You've probably heard about this one: moss grows thicker on the north side of the tree. This tip is handy if you live in the middle latitudes of the northern hemisphere, otherwise it might not do you any
You've probably heard about this one: moss grows thicker on the north side of the tree. This tip is handy if you live in the middle latitudes of the northern hemisphere, otherwise it might not do you any
Andres Institute of Art
by Louise January 11th, 2010 | Outdoor Activities, Walking
Nature is an art in itself. However, the Andres Institute of Art, located on Big Bear Mountain in Brookline, NH, takes this idea a step further. At the Andres Institute of Art, anyone can take a nature stroll and enjoy countless artistic surprises along the trails.
The Institute is a privately owned, but publicly open, land that is nearly 140 acres. The founder, engineer and innovator Paul Andrew purchased the area in 1996 with the idea of placing sculptures throughout the landscape, based on a previously founded love of nature and art. Fortunately, there was a sculptor already
The Institute is a privately owned, but publicly open, land that is nearly 140 acres. The founder, engineer and innovator Paul Andrew purchased the area in 1996 with the idea of placing sculptures throughout the landscape, based on a previously founded love of nature and art. Fortunately, there was a sculptor already
Nashua River Rail Trail
by Louise September 16th, 2009 | Biking, Skiing, Walking
Quiz: What trail is eleven miles long, nearly flat, and perfect for pedestrians, bicyclists, inline skaters, wheelchairs, and cross-country skiers alike? Hint: It passes through the towns of Ayer, Groton, Pepperell and Dunstable (all in Massachusetts). Answer: You guessed it, the Nashua River Rail Trail. (Okay, maybe having the answer as the article title made that a bit too obvious.)
In the late 1800s and early 1900s many railroads were constructed to connect cities around Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The Nashua River Rail Trail was once the Hollis branch of the Boston and Maine Corporation railroad. Probably due to the
In the late 1800s and early 1900s many railroads were constructed to connect cities around Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The Nashua River Rail Trail was once the Hollis branch of the Boston and Maine Corporation railroad. Probably due to the
