Winter Tree Identification
Enjoy a hike at The Boulders while you get to know trees up close and personal. We will learn techniques to help identify trees in the winter and discuss the natural history of some of our more common species of…
Winter Tree & Shrub ID at Sheep Hill
Join Williamstown Rural Lands' Dr. Robin Sears at Sheep Hill to learn and practice identifying woody plant species of the Berkshires using characteristics of stems, buds and plant architecture. Participants will learn key terminology and practice hands-on identification. No prior botanical…
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
Throughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
Tree Walks with BEAT at TOURISTS
Throughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
Tree Walks with BEAT at TOURISTS
Throughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
Tree Identification in Lower Bowker’s Woods, Stockbridge
BEAT will lead a tree identification walk in Lower Bowker’s Woods at 9:30 AM on Sunday, August 20. The 1-mile trail meanders along the Housatonic River and through a charming upland forest. Participants will learn key characteristics of common trees…
Tree Identification at Springside Park (Housatonic Heritage Walks)
Take a leisurely tree identification walk with Chelsey Simmons from Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) in Springside Park, Pittsfield’s largest park and home to the Hebert Arboretum and an American Chestnut Preserve. Participants will learn key characteristics of common trees…
Tree Identification Hike
Identify trees as they emerge from winter slumber. DCR Management Forester, Kevin Podkowka, leads a short, easy walk for families – ages 8 and up. Dress for the weather. Trails may be muddy. Bring water and a snack. Inclement weather…
Pittsfield Arbor Day Celebration!
Join the City of Pittsfield's Parks & Recreation Department for a community Arbor Day celebration on Friday, April 28, at Springside Park. The event will begin at noon with a tree planting and keynote address by Martha Lyon, ASLA of…
Tree Talk Tuesdays: Ash and Basswood
Join VLT forester Caitlin Cusack to learn to distinguish between ash, basswood, and their look-alikes and discuss the future of these trees in a changing climate. DATE: Tuesday, February 28 TIME: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM LOCATION: Online »REGISTER HERE« COSTS: Free, but…