Upcoming Events at Hale Reservation
Family Programs Adult Programs Youth Programs
Sundays, 1pm - 2:30pm (No walks 2/7, 4/4, 5/9, 6/20, July and August)
FAMILY WALKING CLUB
A Hale naturalist will lead a walk exploring the seasonal landscape of Hale and sharing the wonders of its natural history. Strollers welcome, no dogs please. Meet at the Hale Main Office. FREE
Tuesday, March 30, 7pm - 8:30pm
FLIGHT OF THE WOODCOCK
The American Woodcock, one of our most bizarre and secretive forest-dwelling birds, possesses superior camouflage for its life of obscurity. However, for a short period of time in early spring, males will leave the safety of the forest to strut their stuff in a dazzlingcourtship display. Meet at the Hale Main Office. Registration is required by Friday, March 26. FREE
Sunday, April 24 - Sunday, May 2
WESTWOOD EARTH WEEK
Watch for more information on our website as Hale Reservation supports the Westwood community with Earth Week activities.
Contact: Jay Walsh at the Hale Main Office
Sunday, May 16, 1pm - 3pm
BIODIVERSITY DAY AT HALE
Join Nature Jay as we enjoy taking a census of different species at Hale. A fun educational opportunity for the whole family as we search for birds, plants, insects, salamanders and mushrooms.
Please Register by Thursday, May 13. FREE
Tuesday, May 25, 7:30pm – 9pm
FULL MOON CANOE TRIP
Enjoy a canoe trip under a full moon on Noanet Pond. Previous canoe experience required. Meet at Noanet Landing Parking Lot. Registration is required by Friday, May 21. $10 per family or $5 per person
Thursday, October 21
HALLOWEEN HIKES
Follow the trail and meet our forest friends – with each encounter, a costumed character will tell you about themselves and their habitat. At the end of the trail, there are sure to be treats to share! Trail groups start every 7 minutes beginning at 4pm through 7pm. When you register, please choose your preferred start time. Trail Groups are encouraged to be a maximum of 15. Expect your total event time to be 60 minutes. Registration is required by Friday, October 15.
$8 per person
Thursday, March 25, 5:30pm – 7pm
INTRO TO MAP AND COMPASS
A Hale naturalist will take you through the steps of how to use a map and compass.
Meet at Trading Post. Registration is required by Monday, March 22. FREE
Thursday, April 22, 6pm – 7:30pm
GEOCACHING
Geocaching is a fun activity where participants must find their way to a given point using navigation tools. The destination is the location of a hidden treasure for the geocachers to enjoy! GPS units are provided.
Meet at Trading Post. Registration is required by Monday, April 19. FREE
12:30pm – 3:30pm
SHORT WEDNESDAY PROGRAMS
Trained Hale staff will lead participants through themed programs. The children will enjoy hiking, biking, climbing, canoeing, and exploring Hale. Meet at Trading Post.
Grades 1 – 3
April 7 – Native American Discoveries- Visit an authentic Native American quarry located on site, a rock shelter and Bear Cave.
April 28 – Hiking and Shelter Building- Take a hike in our woods and learn about wild edibles along the way as you trek to a special place to build a shelter.
May 5 – Bike and Hike- Go mountain biking and trail trekking in the depths of our woods.
Grades 4 & 5
April 14 – GPS and Rock Climbing- Search through the forests of Hale looking for hidden treasures with the aid of a GPS unit. Then enjoy rock climbing in our woods.
May 19 – Peddle and Paddle- Take an adventure through our trails and on Noanet Pond while mountain biking and canoeing.
Grades 5, 6 & 7
May 19 – Advanced Mountain Biking Trip- Take a guided trek through our woods with steep hills and rocky terrain. This program time is from 2pm – 3:30pm.
Please Pre-register one week before program. Cost $30 per program. $10 discount if you attend all three programs.
Monday, April 12 - Thursday, May 27, 4pm – 6pm (select one night only)
GIANT SWING ADVENTURES
Youth groups ages nine and up will enjoy playing games within the forest, and then they will put on their harnesses and get ready to SWING! Groups will work as a team to give each person an opportunity to FLY on our ropes course. Book your flight today! Select a date between April 12 - May 27 on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, 4pm – 6pm. Cost: $10 per person, $100 minimum per group
Pre-registration required.
APRIL VACATION PROGRAM
Tuesday, April 20, Wednesday, April 21, Thursday, April 22, Friday, April 22, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Enviro-Mania for grades K-2
Children will learn all about the environment with loads of hands on activities, including animal tracking, bug hunting, and pond explorations!
Spring Adventure for grades 3-6
Participants will enjoy lots of outdoor adventures such as rock climbing, teambuilding, geo-caching, mountain biking (for those with bikes) and more!
Registration required by April 16. Cost: $65 per day or $180 for all 3 days.
Click here for more info. on our April Vacation Program
HALE TRIATHLON
Sunday, September 12
Seventh annual Hale Kidz 2 Camp Triathlon! Each year this event raises money to make sure more and more children and families are able to enjoy programs at Hale Reservation. The adult and child races will be back. Look for training programs throughout the summer.
Click on link for more info Hale Triathlon.