The Trustees of Reservations

"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it, for a few minutes, including you." - Anne Lamott #TheTrustees #Timelapse #Massachusetts #SpecialPlaces #Unplug #MentalHealth #Nature #Outdoors #TimelapseVideo #Accessibility [Description: Timelapse compilation of various beautiful Trustees properties.]

The July full moon, also known as the Buck Moon, occurs on July 21, at 6:17 a.m. EDT. The full moon shares the evening sky with Mercury, which will be at its greatest apparent distance from the sun that day. Moonset is at 5:29 a.m. that day in New York City, but farther south the moment of full phase occurs before then. The name "Buck Moon" originates from Native American traditions, referring to the time of year when male deer, or bucks, begin to grow their new antlers. On the night of the full moon, just after sunset (which is at 8:21 p.m. in New York), one will be able to see Mercury, which reaches its greatest eastern elongation — the maximum apparent distance from the sun — at 11:37 p.m. EDT. The planet sets at 9:34 p.m., so it won't be very high in the sky; it will only be 5 degrees above the western horizon by 9 p.m. But careful observations after sunset might allow you to see it before then. Do not try to use any optical aid to see it until the sun is below the horizon, however; observing any objects close to the sun is dangerous because even split-second exposure to sunlight through binoculars or a telephoto lens can cause permanent damage to your retinas. Happy Moon and Planet gazing and don’t forget to check out our guided Full Moon adventures: https://lnkd.in/efUbM3JC 📷: World’s End, Hingham – cr: Jean Beach #TheTrustees #TheWeekender #FullMoon #BuckMoon #JulyMoon #JulyFullMoon #FullMoonHike #Hiking #NightHiking #Nature #Massachusetts #Accessibility [Description: Photo of the Full Moon as seen from World’s End in Hingham, MA.]

On today’s edition of Trustees Hidden Gems, we introduce you to… Cormier Woods in Uxbridge! Cormier Woods lies within the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, a designated area extending from Worcester to Providence that celebrates the historical and cultural importance of the river and the birthplace of America’s Industrial Revolution. Easy to moderate-intensity trails wind through open meadow and along stone walls, opening up a quintessential 1800s New England agricultural landscape and small-scale farmstead, replete with an historic house, barn, and a blueberry patch that ripens in late summer. Plan your visit: Five miles of connected loop trails pass through easy to moderate terrain, including pastures, woodlands, and a boulder field. Pass beneath evergreens and hardwood species including oaks, maple, and birch. On the one-and-a-half-mile loop trail leading toward the reservation’s northwest border, look for groves of 80-to-100-foot white pines. This property is FREE to all and open year-round, sunrise to sunset. Dogs are permitted to be off leash if under voice control at all times. Please remove their waste properly. Mountain biking is permitted except where posted. Cormier Woods parking can be found at 217 Chapin St. in Uxbridge. There is parking near the barn. #TheTrustees #CormierWoods #UxbridgeMA #LesserKnownProperties #SpecialPlaces #Nature #Explore #Outdoor #Landscape #Accessibility [Description: Photos of various areas of Cormier Woods in Uxbridge MA.]

Name that View! Do you know what Trustees property this photo was taken from? Bonus Points if you can name the body of water seen from this view! Hint: The water seen here is a public reservoir (so please take care to protect this critical resource by not swimming or wading, and do not allow dogs to wade or swim in the water either). #TheTrustees #NameThatView #BeautifulVista #Massachusetts #WhereAreWe #BeautifulVista #Lake 📷: Nick Colleen Fiorello #Accessibility [Description: Photo of a beautiful lake vista in Massachusetts.]

Lynn Murray our Director of DBIE Programs & Partnerships recently sat down with our partner, the Dorchester Food Co-op @dorchesterfood_coop, to talk about their mission and our partnership. Dorchester Food Co-op is more than just a grocery store. They challenge the traditional food system by building a community and worker-owned asset that nourishes, employs, and reinvests in the local community. Food co-ops are owned by their members and a great way to support the local economy because they tend to purchase from local farms and reinvest in the community through job opportunities! We sat down with them in our most recent blog, which you can read here (or see our link in bio): https://lnkd.in/eQF3DHT2 #TheTrustees #DorchesterMA #FoodCoop #DorchesterFoodCoop #Community #MemberOwned #BostonMA #SpecialPlaces #Partnership #Accessibility [Description: Photos from the Dorchester Food Co-op.]

On today's edition of Get Ready with Me, we're getting ready with Julia, the Assistant Innkeeper at the Inn at Castle Hill at the Crane Estate. Don't forget to book your stay at this little slice of heaven in Ipswich, welcoming guests everyday through the end of October (and weekends in November and December). #TheTrustees #GRWM #GRWMReel #InnatCastleHill #CraneEstate #IpswichMA #BedandBreakfast

Today we'd like to give a warm welcome to the newest member of The Trustees Executive Team, Janetta Stringfellow, Chief Development Officer. Janetta brings significant expertise and experience to The Trustees. She is a strong culture champion who has built inclusive development teams that build bridges, promote a strong work ethic, and generate a sense of belonging. She comes with an impressive resume, with experience from National Geographic, Viacom, PRX, Harvard University and more. She also directed development at Boston’s Commonwealth School for 15 years. Janetta has a master’s degree in creative writing and literature from the Harvard Extension School and is working on a memoir. She lives in Marblehead, Massachusetts, where she spends much of the summer sculling from Crowninshield Island to Misery Island for early morning swims. #TheTrustees #Leadership #ExecutiveAnnouncement #NonprofitLeadership #ChiefDevelopmentOfficer #WelcometotheTeam #Accessibility [Description: Photo of Janette Stringfellow, Chief Development Officer.]

We want your feedback! Help us improve accessibility at our properties and programs by taking our Accessibility at The Trustees survey. Your responses will guide us in creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all visitors. Share your thoughts today: https://lnkd.in/e7MkKUgy #TheTrustees #Accessibility #InclusiveSpaces #WelcomingSpaces #ForEveryoneForever #SpecialPlaces

Get Ready to go to Crane Beach in Ipswich with Our Marketing & Communications Manager, Jojo! #TheTrustees #GRWM #GRWMReel #GetReadyWithMe #CraneBeach #CraneEstate #IpswichMA #BeachDay #Accessibility [Description: Video following Marketing & Communications Manager as she gets ready and goes to Crane Beach.]

Looking for something to do this weekend? Experience a weekend full of history, culture, and music with The Trustees! 🎶🌳 Celebrate Japan at Long Hill in Beverly @thetrusteeslonghill, enjoy live music at deCordova Sculpture Park & Museum in Lincoln @decordova_museum and Ward Reservation in Andover, and dive into nature and art at Fruitlands Museum @fruitlandsmuseum, plus so much more. Explore more events across the state and join the fun! Visit our Weekender event page or see the link in bio: https://lnkd.in/e6jSgnJr 📷: Weir River Farm, Hingham #TheTrustees #WeekendEvents #CultureAndMusic #TheWeekender #Nature #Outdoors #History #Art #SpecialPlaces #Accessibility [Description: List of weekend events at Trustees properties over a photo of Charles W. Ward Reservation.]