My first time whitewater rafting was on the Deerfield River in the northern Berkshires of Massachusetts. My husband and I were invited by a friend to go on a guided rafting trip, and I'll admit I had reservations. My only whitewater rafting experience to this point was paddling a canoe on calm water! I envisioned white-capped, churning waters cascading into our inflatable raft. Once I learned there were seasoned guides manning each raft, I felt much better.
Continue reading The Thrill of Whitewater Rafting on the Deerfield River.
Chances are you'll find Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens in South Deerfield, Massachusetts a relaxing respite from an otherwise hectic world. This is a rare chance to see butterflies in their natural environment. The conservatory houses tropical gardens that are modeled after the butterfly's natural habitat. The main attraction at Magic Wings is an 8,000 square foot conservatory that is home to more than 4,000 free-flying butterflies.
