Meets at Visitor Center. Join a Park Interpreter for a 1/2 mile walk to Thoreau’s original house site, where you will look, listen, and make note of your observations in the natural world like Henry did. Come learn about Thoreau’s thoughts and feelings about the summer season. Wear good boots. Ages 10 and up.

Programs are free and open to the public. Regular parking fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reasonable accommodations upon request. Call (978) 405-2082 or email walden.programs@mass.gov. No dogs/pets allowed on premises year-round. Park closes when visitor capacity is reached. DCR Closure Alerts: https://www.mass.gov/parkalerts