Wildlife tracking has contributed significantly to our awareness of the species cohabitating in the Berkshires alongside our human population. Especially valuable to the conservation and management of the more nocturnal and crepuscular mammals, tracking allows us to identify or verify those species present on the landscape when they would otherwise be imperceptible. Behaviors and habits that would be virtually impossible to see become part of our everyday awareness. What information can you glean from your backyard or favorite conservation property that would otherwise remain out of sight and out of mind?

Join BEAT online or in person for the October Berkshire Green Drinks event, where Daniel Hansche will shed some light on the hidden lives of local wildlife and teach us to be more aware of the subtle—and often not-so-subtle—signs that animals leave behind.

DATE: Wednesday, October 9

TIME: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM → The in-person social gathering begins around 5:15 PM. 

LOCATION: The Barn of The Williams Inn, 101 Spring St, Williamstown, MA & Online via Zoom

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Click here to register for online participation.

RSVP Here if you plan to join us for the in-person gathering (doing so helps the restaurant staff).

Daniel Hansche is also leading a One-Day Track & Sign Certification, organized by BEAT, on Wednesday October 30. Click here to learn more and register!

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Daniel Hansche, founder of Spur Wander and an evaluator with Tracker Certification, brings a unique perspective to the practice of wildlife tracking. From over 25 years of experience in various forms, including education, field research, and certification, Daniel will offer insights, reflection, and inspiration. Whether your interest is of sheer curiosity or that of the hobbyist, naturalist, or professional, our exploration of tracking will be dynamic and engaging for all.

What is Berkshire Green Drinks? Berkshire Green Drinks (formerly Pittsfield Green Drinks) is an informal gathering on the second Wednesday of the month that is free and open to everyone with any environmental interest. A guest speaker talks about an environmentally-related topic for approximately 30 minutes beginning at 6 PM; the presentation is followed by a discussion and Q&A. The drinks aren’t green but the conversations are. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join and bring along questions!

What is Green Drinks? Green Drinks is an international forum where people who work in the environmental field and environmental enthusiasts meet for a drink and snacks at informal sessions. There will be a lively mix of people from non-profit organizations, academia, government, business, and the general public. Green Drinks is a great way of catching up with people you know and for making new contacts. These networking events are very simple and unstructured. Come along, and you’ll be made welcome.