Adventure East

04/22/2025

This Earth Day feels especially meaningful. As outdoor guides, the natural world isn’t just where we work — it’s where we thrive and make community. The lands and waters give us our joy, purpose, and life. It’s such an honor and joy to walk, bike, paddle, and ski this beautiful Earth with you all.

We want to give a heartfelt thank-you to the conservation organizations working year-round to preserve the lands and waters we all love. If you’re looking for a way to give back, we encourage supporting local organizations like Kestrel Land Trust and the Connecticut River Conservancy here in Massachusetts. Every action counts and we are stronger together. We hope you can celebrate this Earth Day with some intentional time outside and by gathering in community. See you on an adventure soon 🌞🚣🏽‍♂️

03/21/2025

Welcome Spring this Monday, March 24 with a forest bathing experience at Cranberry Pond in the Mt Toby State Forest! 🌷Guided by Ami Jean, this mellow but energizing experience will allow you to relax and connect deeply with the healing energies of the Earth. Let loose and attune your senses to the woods, you will thank yourself later :) Hope to see you there!

03/14/2025

Clear skies are on the horizon for our Norwottuck Full Moon Hike in Amherst. It should be perfect viewing for this very special worm moon. Join us Friday night 6:00-9:30 for the fun and magic https://adventureeast.com/details/full-moon-hike

03/01/2025

The Boston Outdoor Expo is in full swing. Come visit with us at the Adventure East booth!⛷️🚣🏼‍♂️🚵‍♂️🏹🧗‍♀️

02/26/2025

Get inspired and geared up for your next adventure at the Boston Outdoor Expo this weekend, March 1-2! Come say hi at our booth for a chance to win a weekend getaway in Western Mass that includes lodging and hiking or biking! The event is packed with epic giveaways, inspiring speakers, the latest gear, and a huge outdoor community to connect with-- don't miss out! We're stoked to see you there!

01/30/2025

The Boston Outdoor Expo is a full weekend of inspiration for outdoor enthusiasts like you and us. There you can see influential speakers, take part in activities, go for giveaways from a ton of cool companies, shop the latest gear, and receive some invaluable advice for your next big adventure. Plus, if you visit our booth at the Expo, you’ll have the chance to win an all-included weekend of adventures in Western Mass including:

🌲 Kayaking on the Connecticut River
🌲 Biking through picturesque backroads of historic Deerfield
🌲 A warm, welcoming night at the Inn on Boltwood in Amherst, which includes brunch in the morning
🌲 A cozy and scenic stay at the Old Mill Inn in Hatfield for your second night

This perfect blend of outdoor adventure and comfort is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and reconnected with the essence of life.

Hope to see you at the Expo where we will be spreading the joys of Adventure East and showing off our full 2025 calendar!

01/24/2025

Getting outside in the wintertime has tremendous positive effects on our health and wellbeing. Exercising outdoors in the winter makes our heart muscles stronger because they have to work harder to pump blood and maintain the body’s temperature. It also increased circulation in your face and whole body, reducing inflammation and making your skin more vibrant. Cold air boosts brain activity, improves focus, and helps you think more clearly. Vitamin D from the sun reduces stress, promotes healing and immune support, and increases our sense of well-being. Have we made our point? Haha. GET OUTSIDE! Do it often! Take your friends, or make new ones!

Join us this weekend for some much-needed outdoor winter adventures. You will not regret it, and our hearts will thank you :) Here's what we're offering:

❄️ Alpine Ski Touring for Women TONIGHT at Berkshire East
❄️ Winter Ecology Snowshoe Walk on Saturday
❄️ Fundamentals of Winter Hiking on Sunday

details and sign up here:

From outdoor adventures like biking, hiking and paddling to farm-to-table dinners at beautiful locations, Adventure East creates experiences in western Massachusetts that we are certain will nourish your mind, body, and soul.

01/19/2025

We’re thrilled for our Women’s Alpine Ski Touring evening at Berkshire East! It’s coming up so soon! Join us on Friday, January 24th for an inclusive & fun introduction to ski touring that empowers you to reach new heights while celebrating the utter joy of being on the mountain together!

What to expect:
🔸 A welcoming environment where no one feels rushed or less-than.
🔸 Guidance and from an experienced female guide.
🔸 Touring skis and skins at no extra cost, making this adventure more accessible to those without gear.
🔸 Camaraderie, positive vibrations, and connection with like-minded women 💃🏽

We can’t wait to gather with the gals and tear up Berkshire East after earning our turns together! Who’s with us?!

details and sign up @ www.adventureeast.com .east

01/11/2025

We’re so stoked to offer women’s backcountry skiing this winter, where we’re creating the space for women to gather, uplift one another, build confidence ski touring, and celebrate the joy of adventuring in the mountains together. 💃🏽🏔️ If you’re comfy skinning up a resort and want to try backcountry skiing for the first time, or you’re an experienced backcountry skier looking for feminine camaraderie, our trips are designed to foster skill-building, empowerment, and most importantly, connection! We provide touring skis and skins at no extra cost, making these adventures accessible to those without touring gear of their own.

Join us in exploring these iconic Southern New England backcountry zones together:
- Mt Ascutney, Sunday, February 9th
- Mt Greylock, Thunderbolt Trail, Saturday, March 15th

If you’ve been dreaming of skiing in the backcountry with a group of like-minded women, now is your chance! We welcome all female-identifying and non-binary humans.
Details and sign up at www.adventureeast.com 🏔️
Let’s make this winter one to remember!

12/19/2024

Curious what an ancient forest of the Northeast may have resembled? Take a stroll through an old growth forest of elder hemlocks and towering white pines with a seasoned naturalist this Saturday, December 21st! ❄️ The forecast is looking like we'll have some snow flurries, making for a nice and tranquil time in the woods! ❄️

This is a one-of-kind opportunity to learn about the old forests of our beautiful region. Don't miss out!

Location: The Trustees: William Cullen Bryant Homestead
Date: December 21 (the winter solstice)!
Time: 10a-12:30p

Join us on Saturday by signing up here: https://adventureeast.com/details/trustees-old-growth-forest-walk

12/11/2024

Explore the outdoors while getting better acquainted with the beings we share the land with. This tracking program will teach you the basics of identifying wildlife track and sign. We will sharpen our nature awareness and mindfulness practice, learning how to read animal clues. Interpreting the stories left behind by the more than human world can lead to a deeper understanding of our interconnected nature. Snowshoes or spikes will be provided in order for everyone to have a safe and enjoyable adventure. Come explore the wild world!

Led by Ami Jean Aubin, a Level 3 CyberTrackers certified Wildlife Tracker!

January 12, 2025, 1-3pm

https://adventureeast.com/details/wildlife-tracking-2024

12/06/2024

Get ready, Boston! The Boston Outdoor Expo is back on March 1-2, 2025 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center—we're psyched to see you there! 🌲 Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just starting your outdoor journey, this event is packed with everything you need to gear up for an epic year of outdoor fun!

What to Expect:
🔸 Expert tips on camping, hiking, and family-friendly adventures
🔸 Interactive demos & workshops
🔸 The latest outdoor gear & gadgets
🔸 Fun activities for all ages
🔸 Giveaways from a ton of sweet companies, including us! Stay tuned for more info !
🎟️ Friendly reminder! We're offering FREE tickets that are available now—don’t miss out! Grab yours today and kick off your year of adventure.
Use PROMO CODE: ADVENTUREEAST. See you there! Bostonoutdoorexpo.com

11/13/2024

Meet us under the stars and the bright Beaver Full Moon at Notchview for our last hike of the season with 🌕

With over 3,000 acres of fields and forest 🌲 far from city lights, Notchview is a perfect spot stargazing ✨ and exploring the natural world as it comes alive at night.

🥾This is a gentle 3-mile hike with very little elevation gain

🗓️ Friday November 15, 2:30-5:30 pm

📍 Notchview, Route 9, Windsor MA

🔗 Details and registration thetrustees.org/event/418884

11/07/2024

The Beaver Moon this November is named after our beloved beaver friends who build their dams to prepare for winter during this time of year. This is the fourth and final supermoon of the year and is expected to appear 14% larger than normal in the night skies! The best time to see the Beaver Moon is on Friday, Nov 15th at 4:29pm. We’ve got a Notchview Hike on Friday which overlaps with this peak viewing, and a Mt Norwottuck hike on Saturday to get those sweeping valley views along with the supermoon. So excited to see you there!

10/17/2024

Photos from our Seven Sisters Traverse this time last year!

Join us this Saturday, Oct 19 for another autumn traverse along the beautiful Holyoke Range. This 8-mile hike along the ridgeline is an awesome opportunity to explore the Connecticut River Valley. The clifftop viewpoints serve as perfect locations to unwind, eat a picnic lunch, and appreciate the vast expanses of open space and bright foliage in the area. 🍁 See you out there!

Sign up at: https://adventureeast.com/details/seven-sisters-traverse

10/14/2024

Clear skys ahead!! Join us for a full moon hike this week at one of three gorgeous locations. We provide skilled guides, headlamps, trekking poles and refreshments.
Notchview and Norwottuck on 10/17 Peaked Mountain 10/18.
Click the link below for additional details https://adventureeast.com/details/full-moon-hike

Based in Western, Massachusetts, our mission is to get everyone outside to experience the power of nature. We work with conservation organizations, schools, non-profits and private groups offering biking, hiking, paddling and nature education experiences.

10/13/2024

What’s up Massachusetts! The Boston Outdoor Expo is back March 1-2, 2025 at the BCEC, Seaport and the tickets have just launched! Come and see us at the expo and snag a FREE ticket on us using code: ADVENTUREEAST
Tickets are limited so book for your friends and family now!

URL: https://thebostonoutdoorexpo.seetickets.com/event/the-boston-run-show-the-boston-outdoor-expo/boston-convention-exhibition-center/3110358?OfferCode=