Field Notes

Seasonal guides & stories

Deeper dives into the places, seasons, and experiences worth the drive.

Whale Watching Season Is Peaking in Massachusetts

Massachusetts whale-watch season peaks in July and August. Where boats depart, what to look for, and what you might see out on Stellwagen Bank.

Lavender fields, sunflower festivals, and blueberry farms across New England — the flower and berry season worth chasing this summer.