Biking is a great form of exercise and transportation. These clinics, led by certified trainers, are designed specifically for adult riders—whether you’re getting back on a bike or learning for the first time. Safety Refresher: For those who haven’t ridden in a while and want to refresh their skills. Review basic bike maintenance, current rules of the road for cyclists and drivers, and techniques for riding safely on streets and bike paths. After practicing on a traffic-free course, we’ll take a short ride on neighborhood streets. (Rain date: May 17) Learn to Ride: Even adults can learn to ride. Practice getting on and off a bicycle, building balance, understanding the rules of the road, and riding safely and confidently on streets and bike paths. Held entirely in a traffic-free parking lot. (Rain date: June 7) Check to ensure your bicycle is in good, working order (air in the tires, operating brakes and chain, and gear shifters adjusted and lubricated). Wear comfortable clothes for biking and bring a bike helmet, water bottle and sunscreen. If you have an ebike, it must be a Class 1 e-bike to participate in this program.

Dusk is a magical time to be on the water, so what could be more blissful than paddling a canoe by moonlight? We’ll push off as the sun sets for an evening of relaxation, good food, and conversation. As the moon rises to light our way, we’ll watch herons browsing along the banks of the Charles, river otters fishing for their last meal of the day, and other wildlife settling in for the night. Your guide will share the rich history of the area, including the Canoe Clubs, Norumbega Park, and the Totem Pole Ballroom. After a light dessert and non-alcoholic beverages, we will return to the dock. This slow, relaxing 2–3-mile group paddle is suitable for folks of all paddling abilities. Children ages 12+ are welcome to register if accompanied by a registered adult.

Explore the hidden stories of Boston and Charlestown, from the indigenous tribes and early Puritan settlers to the sparks of the American Revolution and the city’s ongoing journey of social progress. Starting at the historic Old State House and ending in the shadow of Breed’s Hill, discover how Boston evolved from a loyal British colony into a revolutionary epicenter—and how it continues to shape culture, education, and civic life. This under-two-mile walk led by a Duck Tours guide combines history, storytelling, and local color.

Tour the house and grounds of Medford’s Royall House and Slave Quarters, part of the 600-acre Ten Hills Farm and home to the largest slaveholders in Massachusetts history, as well as the enslaved Africans who made their lavish way of life possible. The house is among the finest local examples of colonial-era buildings still standing, and the slave quarters are the only remaining slave quarters in New England. Today, this museum’s architecture, household items, and archaeological artifacts bear witness to intertwined stories of wealth and bondage and explore the meanings of freedom and independence before, during, and since the American Revolution Children ages 10+ are welcome to register if accompanied by a registered adult. Please note: The museum is only wheelchair accessible on the first floor of the Royall House and the Slave Quarters. The only way to get up to the second floor of the Royall House is by using the stairs.

Take a nature walk to explore New England’s wildflowers and up to a dozen common native shrubs, including highbush blueberry, silky dogwood, and smooth sumac, along with a few non-natives. Learn to identify shrubs—woody plants smaller than trees, usually with multiple stems—while uncovering fascinating natural history. Discover which shrub makes a delicious vitamin C-rich drink and which the Chippewa once used as a remedy for “craziness.” Bring a hand lens if you have one.

After a quick introduction to kayak strokes, we’ll launch our double kayaks and begin our sightseeing. We’ll paddle past the Great Dome of MIT, cross the Charles to the Esplanade, and take in the skyline, including the Hancock and Prudential buildings, Citgo sign, State House dome, and the financial district. After viewing a beautiful sunset and illuminated skyline, the guide will talk about the history and architecture of the city, then the group will enjoy a serene and quiet paddle back to the dock. Children ages 12+ are welcome to register if accompanied by a registered adult.

Get a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks. Learn about the theater’s architectural highlights and rich history—from its origins as a hotel and its glamorous days as a movie “cathedral” to its current role as a premier venue for performances and events. Visit the dressing rooms and hallways walked by entertainers such as Bruce Springsteen, Ella Fitzgerald, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Elton John, Lady Gaga, and many more. Walk away with a newfound appreciation of this theater and why it was once referred to as “The Showplace of New England.” Ages 10+