Ranger Walkabout

Join a Park Ranger and explore the Blackstone River Valley.

During the months of June, July, and August, park staff offer specialty tours at varying locations across the Blackstone River Watershed. These programs begin at 6:30 PM and are 60 minutes long.

Please wear comfortable footwear and bring water. Most tours are outside and often include walking on uneven surfaces on varying types of terrain with no access to bathroom facilities. Bug spray and sunscreen are also highly suggested.

August 17: Adaptive Reuse in Manchaug, 9 Main Street, Sutton, MA

How do you recycle a mill building? Learn the history of Manchaug, a mill village in rural Massachusetts, and see the creative adaptation of an old industrial complex. Meet local historian Christine Watkins and learn about the opportunities and challenges of working in a restored mill space. Presented in partnership with Deb Dunleavy, Manchaug Mills, Inc.