Outdoors

Have Some Fun as it (Finally) Snows

Have Some Fun as it (Finally) Snows

Winter in Newburyport, Massachusetts can be a bit of a drag. The snow, the cold, the endless layers of clothing – it’s enough to make even the heartiest New Englander want to hibernate until spring. But fear not! There are plenty of winter activities to keep you...
Winter activities to enjoy the outdoors

Winter activities to enjoy the outdoors

Each year, as we mark the Winter Solstice, the first day of the new season, we anxiously anticipate the initial snowfall of the season. Not the flurries, or the light coating of fluffy flakes, but the storm that coats the city with clusters of glistening ice, bringing...
It’s tree time: Cut-your-own farms around the area

It’s tree time: Cut-your-own farms around the area

There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh pine. For many, it’s synonymous with the holiday season and the imminent arrival of winter.  During the most wonderful time of year, going to one of the area’s tree farms and selecting your fir or spruce before (somewhat...
Making (local) memories on Memorial Day

Making (local) memories on Memorial Day

This month, we observe Memorial Day, a holiday recognized on the last Monday of May to honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the United States armed forces. While it can be sombering to remember the lives lost, Memorial Day also marks a...