Have you ever wondered what we would do without our semiaquatic rodent friend the beaver? From improving water quality, trapping and storing carbon, to counteracting some of the worst pollution from agriculture and fossil-fuel emissions– the beaver does it all.…
Ring in spring with a hike at Fare-Thee-Well Wholeness Center! We'll explore a forested hillside on a moderate 1.5-mile hike, then circle up around the fire for a bring-your-own-lunch picnic in the meadow. This hike has a sliding scale fee…
The Wild & Scenic committee is helping coordinate an exciting two-day Wilderness First Aid training at Notchview Reservation in Windsor. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. This wonderful class is being offered at a reduced rate of…
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and Berkshire Family Hikes for an Earth Day hike that includes a StoryWalk® featuring A Kids Guide to Ecological Restoration. Along the walk, we’ll share ways we can make an impact to further protect…
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) on an early spring walk to learn about vernal pools and why it is important to protect these vital breeding grounds for amphibians and other fascinating creatures. DATE: Tuesday, April 11 TIME: 4:00 PM…
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and Berkshire Family Hikes in searching for returning birds and other signs of the coming spring! If there is enough snow, we’ll also have snowshoes available for adults and kids. Participants will receive a…
Calling all nature detectives! Learn how to identify trees in their winter slumber. DCR Management Forester, Kevin Podkowka, leads an easy walk for families. For ages 8 and up. Dress for winter weather with warm clothing and sturdy snow boots.…
Get creative with your outdoor photos. Bring a camera, tablet, or cellphone and take a short, easy walk over a moderately steep trail to Pecks Brook Falls. Be prepared for winter weather; bring hiking poles, and wear traction devices for…
A guided, slow, and intentional woodland walk to help you destress and reconnect with nature. No previous experience is necessary. Open to ages 8 and up. Dress appropriately for winter weather with layers and winter boots. If conditions permit, bring snowshoes and hiking poles.…
Hike or snowshoe (depending on conditions) along the shoreline of Dyken Pond in search of animal tracks and enjoy some s’mores by a toasty campfire before heading back out of the woods. All ages welcome that can hike 1 mile. DATE: Saturday, February…