Saturday, September 21, 2024, 11:00AM - 2:00PM
Ipswich,
Massachusetts, Boston Area,
MA
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across scenic sand dunes, and along the ocean beach. Beautiful desert landscapes, include a pitch pine forest, with views of Essex Bay and Hog Island. Herring gulls soar overhead, while piping plovers scurry across the sand. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at Woodman's Seafood Restaurant, in nearby Essex, at around 2:00 PM. The Essex River salt marsh is behind Woodman's. There are picnic tables. If the weather is nice, we will eat outside. Meet 11:00 AM, at Crane Beach parking lot (parking fee). From Route 128, exit 14 in Gloucester, take Route 133 West for 5 miles. Turn right on Northgate Road. Then, turn right on Argilla Road, follow to beach.
Free
