First Day Hike
Join Josh Pulito and Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center for their first Family Fitness Foray of the year! Start the New Year off in the outdoors with this easy-paced 2-mile hike. Free for all ages who can walk 2 miles.…
How Animals Prepare for Winter
Take a short hike exploring the forest for signs of animals preparing for winter. Learn what animals call our forest their home and how they prepare to survive the colder months. All ages are welcome. DATE: Saturday, December 17 TIME: 1 PM –…
Go Green on Black Friday Walk
Forget shopping—let’s connect with nature and local history! Join Great Falls Discovery Center for a leisurely walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles long on a level paved surface. Makes for an easy stroll for…
Geology Hike with Expert Mark Brandriss at Hoosac Range, North Adams
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and BEAT for a hike that will take us through the geologic remnants of a Himalayan-scale mountain range formed in western New England during a massive tectonic collision nearly 500 million years ago. Mark…
Haunted Family Hike at Old Mill Trail, Hinsdale
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and Berkshire Family Hikes for a free Haunted Hike featuring tricks, treats, and a spooky storytime. Costumes are encouraged! The haunted hike is geared towards kids on the younger side, nothing at the event…
Heritage Summit Walk
Saturday, September 18 ・ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Easy walking tour exploring the evolution of the summit’s unique “Parkitecture” with tour guides Mike Whalen and Peter Dudek. Registration is required – call the Visitor Center. https://housatonicheritage.org/heritage-experiences/heritage-walks/ All Programs are…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Friday(s), September 2, 16, & 30 Start Time: 10 AM Easy-paced, one to three-mile hike geared toward seniors, but open to all ages. May include bird viewing, visiting scenic areas like Rounds Rock, Healthy Heart Trail or a waterfall. Rain…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Friday(s), September 2, 16, & 30 Start Time: 10 AM Easy-paced, one to three-mile hike geared toward seniors, but open to all ages. May include bird viewing, visiting scenic areas like Rounds Rock, Healthy Heart Trail or a waterfall. Rain…
Family Hike to Sunset Rock, North Adams
Sunday, September 18 ・ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM What trees turn red? How about yellow or orange? Join Berkshire Family Hikes for a morning of exploration and an interactive activity about trees and fall colors. We’ll enjoy a child-led…
The Easy Naturalist: Signs of Summer (self-guided walk)
Saturday, August 6 – Sunday, August 28 » Daily, from dawn to dusk Summertime is filled with unique seasonal wonders and mysteries. Enjoy a self-guided exploration of this short trail and learn the how and why of summer phenomena. What’s…