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by | October 2, 2014 · 1:16 pm

Fall in New England–Taking a walk “right around the corner”

A quiet, family-friendly spot along the Upper Charles Trail

A quiet, family-friendly spot along the Upper Charles Trail

Just one block from downtown Milford, the 'Missing Link' portion of the Upper Charles offers a spot to enjoy the quiet.

Just one block from downtown Milford, the ‘Missing Link’ portion of the Upper Charles offers a spot to enjoy the quiet.

Perhaps it’s the same every year. But this year the leaves seem to be particularly ablaze. I’ve seen maple trees with just the tips of their branches touched with orange. Other maples appear engulfed in fire. We’ve finally gotten some much-needed rain, which didn’t stop us from venturing out on the trail. But since it was wet, a paved railtrail was a good choice this drizzly morning. Continue reading →

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by | September 25, 2014 · 2:48 pm

Fall in Southern New England

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Hints of fall color

Hints of fall color

It’s been a long summer. I’ve become an early bird, transformed from the night owl I have been most of my life. I’ve resorted to this life change simply to be able to spend time outdoors before summer’s heat sets in each day. And now fall is here, and I am hungry for signs of fall colors. Continue reading →

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by | September 17, 2014 · 3:51 pm

Easy Walk at Sweet Pond Conservation area, Mansfield, MA

SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESI’m not a morning person but the summer heat turned me into a morning person this year. Several friends who are early-risers have joined me on these outings to explore outdoor trails nearby, so even though the worst of the summer heat is behind us, I’m still getting up early to get out and explore. This morning’s walk was to Sweet Pond Conservation area in Mansfield, MA, Continue reading →

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by | August 23, 2014 · 4:39 pm

Amble Through Moosehill Farm, Sharon, MA

SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESThe Trustees of the Reservation provide a wonderful place to wander through open fields, into woodlands, then along a lane through the woods that feels as though it was a cart-path from long ago. There are stone walls that angle off through the trees, stone foundations that hint of lives lived long ago, Continue reading →

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by | August 14, 2014 · 8:03 am

Climb Peppercorn Hill, Upton for a great view

Not really an Easy Walk, this approach to Peppercorn Hill takes some work to get up, and back down!

Not really an Easy Walk, this approach to Peppercorn Hill takes some work to get up, and back down!

SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESWe recently visited Peppercorn Hill Conservation area in Upton, MA and found the climb somewhat strenuous, but manageable, especially since I had been told there was a nice view once we arrived at the top. There are trails throughout this area; a map is available on the Upton Conservation Department web page. Continue reading →

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by | August 12, 2014 · 10:47 am

Adams Farm, Walpole, MA

SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESSAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESWe stopped by for a quick visit to Adams Farm on Fischer Street in Walpole, MA but what we saw convinced me we need to make time for an extended explore. Continue reading →

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by | August 9, 2014 · 4:17 pm

Summer Backyard Fruit Dessert

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by | August 8, 2014 · 5:39 pm

Easy Walk in a local Medway cemetery

SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURES SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURES SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURES SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURESOne of my walking buddies is a genealogist, and she reminded me that cemeteries are favorite haunts for those who are pursuing information about their family histories. Besides the documentation of births and births, cemeteries hold so many hidden, untold stories that may never be known.

For me, there is something so peacefully haunting about cemeteries, especially places that contain hundreds of years of memories. I wandered the paved roadway through this cemetery in Medway, MA, founded in 1750, in the early morning. As we ended our walk we were surprised by several bluebirds flitting among the branches of a huge tree. The more we watched, the more birds we saw. A wonderful New England summer morning.

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 Marjorie Turner Hollman

Marjorie Turner Hollman is a personal historian who loves the outdoors, and has completed two guides to Easy Walking trails in Massachusetts, “Easy Walks in Massachusetts 2nd edition,” and “More Easy Walks in Massachusetts.” A native Floridian, she came north for college and snow! New England Regional Chair for the Association of Personal Historians, she is a Certified Legacy Planner with LegacyStories.org, and is the producer of numerous veterans interviews for the Bellingham/Mendon Veteran’s History Project. http://www.marjorieturner.com

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by | August 4, 2014 · 12:13 pm

Blackstone River Bikeway in Lincoln

There are a number of access points on the Blackstone River Bikeway, a wonderful railtrail that follows the Blackstone River from Woonsocket, RI to Pawtucket. There are views of the river along much of the 14 mile trail, but there are also interesting man-made structures that are pretty amazing. These views are found in Lincoln, RI, a pretty quiet section of the trail.  SAMSUNG CAMERA PICTURES

Blackstone River Bikeway 3“Like” us on Facebook at “Easy Walks in Massachusetts” for updates about new trails and all things outdoors.

Marjorie Turner Hollman

Marjorie Turner Hollman is a personal historian who loves the outdoors, and has completed two guides to Easy Walking trails in Massachusetts, “Easy Walks in Massachusetts 2nd edition,” and “More Easy Walks in Massachusetts.” A native Floridian, she came north for college and snow! New England Regional Chair for the Association of Personal Historians, she is a Certified Legacy Planner with LegacyStories.org, and is the producer of numerous veterans interviews for the Bellingham/Mendon Veteran’s History Project. http://www.marjorieturner.com

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by | August 1, 2014 · 6:11 pm

Easy Walk Among the Blueberries

berry pie recipeI have had a passion for berry-picking probably since I realized there was a large patch of wild blueberries right across the street from where I lived when my oldest child was quite small. There was something about getting outdoors, sitting in the sunshine and finding delicious food, free for the picking. I still keep my eye open for berry patches, and enjoy discovering wild berries on my summer walks. But  I’ve found it difficult to pick enough wild berries to satisfy my longing for summer fruit. Continue reading →

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