Hike up to one of the lookouts along the ridge and enjoy the stories written in tracks and signs that animals leave behind. John McDonald, past Wildlife Society president and professor at Westfield State University, will lead participants on this…
Explore with knowledgeable & local historians, naturalists, and environmentalists at sites within the Housatonic River Valley: tours of historic buildings and town centers, hikes on the Appalachian Trail and other trails, walks through industrial heritage sites, a canoe paddling trip…
Celebrate the historic 1844 ascent of Mount Greylock by the American naturalist and writer Henry David Thoreau, a prelude to his Walden Pond experience. Take an enlightening 1.2-mile walk along a segment of the Appalachian Trail to a scenic vista.…
Join Williamstown Rural Lands' Sheep Hill intern, Nikhil DeNatale, for an interpretive walk at Sheep Hill. Learn to identify invasive plants, explore their effects on the ecosystem, and discuss approaches to management at Sheep Hill. The walk will be gentle along…
Summertime hiking is an easy way to get the whole family outside and moving! Find out how to beat the heat of the summer on this early-morning hike around Housatonic Flats in Great Barrington with Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC)…
Join Williamstown Rural Lands Executive Director Robin Sears for an interpretive walk at the Lehovec Natural Area in Williamstown. We will identify invasive plants, explore their effects on the ecosystem, and discuss approaches to management. The walk will be gentle along…
Here in New England, our hayfields, pastures, and meadows serve as vibrant breeding grounds for threatened grassland bird species such as the beautiful bobolink. Learn about these sensitive species and how to manage habitat for them with a talk by…
You don’t have to go far to enjoy birds or be a scientist to participate in science! Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) on a short morning walk at downtown Pittsfield's Springside Park to look for birds and learn how…
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…
Join Jean Beebe for this mindful outdoor experience on Mount Greylock. This moderate 1- to 2-mile walk incorporates elements of mindful breathing, nature connection and meditation skills culminating in a group session for sharing and reflection. Leave with inspiration and…