126 Baptist Road, Canterbury, New Hampshire 03224, United States
Tale Trails - Opening May 31, 2025
Stories will come to life for kids as they walk the trails and read, or have read to them, pages from nature books.
The Hidden Rainbow by Christie Matheson
May 3 1 - July 13
Bees need flowers from every color of the rainbow. Can our young readers help the bee find all the colors? This story not only includes color and counting skills but teaches about the importance of pollinators! The Tale Trail will go through our pollinator meadow, so the story will truly come to life! This book was selected to coincide with the Collaborative Summer Library Program theme, COLOR OUR WORLD. Ideal for kids ages 4-8
A Log’s Life by Wendy Pfeffer
July 16-August 17
A raging storm causes a tree to fall in the forest and now it's a log on the ground. Is there any life left in this tree? Yes! This lyrical, artistic story takes the reader through several seasons to see how one event impacts many lives in the forest. Follow the pages along our woodland trails and you will see much of what is depicted in this story. Ideal for kids ages 4-10
The Seeds of the Milkweed by East End Elementary in Little Rock, Arkansas
August 20-September 14
If you want to see a monarch butterfly it all starts with the milkweed plant. Written by a 2nd grade class, this story takes you from a milkweed seed to the life of an adult monarch butterfly! This book is scheduled during the monarch's peak migration time through New Hampshire. You might see some flying about while you're here! Winner of "Kids Are Authors" from Scholastic. Ideal for ages 4-10
“Poet-Tree” Tale Trail Poems for adults and kids, some written by our visitors! September 17-28
ADMISSION is $7 per child; adults and infants are free. Online ticketing is not available. Pay when you arrive and put payment in the cash box on the Farm Stand Porch (you'll find instructions there). Please enter both the number of adults and kids on our Log Book clipboard. If you're a Season Pass holder, there is no fee, but please sign in on the log book clipboard. Canterbury, Boscawen, and Loudon residents can reserve a free pass from your local Public Library. Leave your filled-out pass in the grey lockbox on the wall.
Hike at your own risk, and watch for slippery rocks! Sturdy shoes are recommended. The trails are not suitable for strollers; Please leave pets at home.
During your visit you may also enjoy our Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom open-play areas, walk our labyrinths, and explore any other marked trails on the property.
We occasionally schedule private parties here and the pavilion and play areas will not be available during these times. Please check our calendar before your visit to check availability of the pavilion. Thank you.
