I often write about taking a stroll down memory lane. Today I’m actually taking you on that stroll! Join me in my time machine, also known as YouTube, to when Chuck Billy and I first explored Dogtown in Gloucester, Massachusetts in September of 2015. Note: for people who may be watching it at work or […]
Ten years ago, Chuck Billy and I explored the Babson Boulder Trail at Dogtown Commons in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Over the years, the words of wisdom etched on those massive boulders have served us well. Therefore before I set course for new adventures, I thought a return trip with Mom and Dad would be a good […]
Don’t be so quick to put away your orange clothing, now that Halloween is over. Deer hunting season officially begins in Maine, as well as other states. Many of the dog friendly trails we’ve reviewed allow hunting. Therefore, here is our annual reminder to wear blaze-orange and other safety precautions to take when hiking with […]
We have reached the final installment of our dog friendly trip to the Berkshires of Massachusetts, with our visit to October Mountain State Forest. What drew us to October Mountain is its long history of paranormal activity. From UFOs, to ghosts, to Bigfoot, visitors have seen it all, over the centuries! However, what kept us […]
Our dog friendly tour of the Berkshires continues with our visit to the Natural Bridge State Park in North Adams, Massachusetts. Now before heading out for this adventure, we’d like to caution you not to make the mistake our Dad almost did. Rather than enter the address to the Natural Bridge State Park in Massachusetts, […]
This week in our continuing series on the Berkshires, we take you to the grounds of Herman Melville’s home, Arrowhead, located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts (780 Holmes Road). Built in the 1780s by Captain David Bush, this rambling farmhouse also served as a tavern along the busy road between Pittsfield and Lenox until 1844. After passing […]
We cordially invite you to join us for a virtual walk on the grounds of Edith Wharton’s estate, The Mount, located in Lenox, Massachusetts. Designed by Edith Wharton, author of The Age of Innocence, Ethan Frome, The House of Mirth, and most notably for today’s post The Decoration of Houses, the house was built in 1902, and […]
As the highest mountain in Massachusetts, Mount Greylock has been attracting visitors to the Berkshires since the early 1800s. By midcentury, authors and artists were all trying to capture its beauty in words and art. In 1875, so many tourists were visiting, that a summit house was built to accommodate travelers with food and lodging. […]
Friends, we have reached the dramatic conclusion of our quest to find the Berkshires’ Bigfoot! As we prepared for one final expedition to search October Mountain for the elusive creature, or shy friend, as Asa has considered him during our journey, there was a palpable sense that day was different from the rest of the […]
Pups, we have reached the place that inspired our quest to find the Berkshires’ Bigfoot, October Mountain! As I shared 4 days ago, I’ve been planning this adventure for years ever since I watched a documentary regarding paranormal activity in western Massachusetts’ the Berkshires. In New England Legends, season 1, episode 1 (2013 available on […]
