Family Programming
Self-Guided Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Suitable for children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. Several “seek and find” scavenger hunts are available for different age and skill levels at the Visitor…
Family Bike Program at the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Mount Greylock State ReservationSaturday, July 16, August 20, and September 17 11:00am – 1:00pm Explore the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with a Park Interpreter and discover many of the amazing natural and cultural features found along this popular recreational trail. Look for signs of…
Self-Guided Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Suitable for children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. Several “seek and find” scavenger hunts are available for different age and skill levels at the Visitor…
Campground Critters
Friday, August 26 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM For all ages. Discover native animals found at Mount Greylock with a fun hands-on experience featuring animal artifacts and replica skulls for participants to examine and appreciate. Learn about the diverse wildlife…
Laurel Hill Day
Laurel Hill ParkSaturday, August 27 @ 1:00 PM Location: Laurel Hill Park — located behind the Town Offices Building on Main Street in Stockbridge, MA The Laurel Hill Association will be celebrating the Bicentennial of Frederick Law Olmsted at the Association’s annual…
Water Love Movie Nights
Westside Riverway Park 181 Dewey Ave., Pittsfield, MABring the family for some community, fun-filled movie nights! Water-themed movies will be showing at Westside Riverway Park in Pittsfield on August 13 and 27. Moana — Saturday, August 13, at 7:00 PM. Shark Tale — Saturday, August 27, at…
Self-Guided Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Suitable for children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. Several “seek and find” scavenger hunts are available for different age and skill levels at the Visitor…
Geocaching 101
Mount Greylock State ReservationWednesday, September 14 ・ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Free for all ages. Looking for a fun way to engage your tech-savvy kids with the natural world? This outdoor activity combines hiking with a tech-aided treasure hunt. No experience is…
Family Bike Program at the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Mount Greylock State ReservationSaturday, July 16, August 20, and September 17 11:00am – 1:00pm Explore the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with a Park Interpreter and discover many of the amazing natural and cultural features found along this popular recreational trail. Look for signs of…
Family Bike Program
Town of Adams Visitors Center 3 Hoosac St., Adams, MASaturday, September 17 ・ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Free for all ages Join a Park Interpreter on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail and learn about bike safety, adaptive equipment, and the future of rail trails. Meet at the Adams Visitor…
Celebrating Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary at Lee’s Founders Weekend
First Congregational Church - Lee 25 Park Plaza, Lee, MADate: Saturday, September 17 Time: 1:00 PM – 4: 30 PM Location: First Congregational Church Park/Annex Courtyard Celebrate Earth Day's 50th anniversary Saturday afternoon, September 17th, during Lee's annual (first since 2019) Founders Weekend! The National Environmental Policy Act, one…
Family Hike to Sunset Rock, North Adams
North Adams, MASunday, 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…
Paddle Down the Housatonic River with HVA
Housatonic RiverDate: Sunday, September 25 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Lenox, MA Join Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) this Sunday, September 25th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon, for a FREE paddle trip in the Housatonic River in Lenox, MA! The…
Berkshire Botanical Garden’s 87th annual Harvest Festival
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MADates: October 8–9, 2022 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Road (intersection of Routes 102 and 183), Stockbridge, Mass. The Harvest Festival will include continuous family entertainment; a giant tag sale featuring repurposed,…
Berkshire Botanical Garden’s 87th annual Harvest Festival
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MADates: October 8–9, 2022 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Road (intersection of Routes 102 and 183), Stockbridge, Mass. The Harvest Festival will include continuous family entertainment; a giant tag sale featuring repurposed,…
Mindful Family Nature Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC), in partnership with Berkshire Family Hikes and Berkshire Greenleaf & Wellness, for a mindful nature walk for families. This guided experience invites children to take some quiet time to walk & observe with all…
Haunted Family Hike at Old Mill Trail, Hinsdale
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MAJoin 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…
Haunted Hollow at the Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MAJoin Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center for their 2nd annual Haunted Hollow on Friday, October 28, from 7 PM –9 PM. The night will start with a short, guided night hike on their woodland trails to learn about the…
Go Green on Black Friday Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAForget 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…
Holiday Nature Craft Tree Trimming Party
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MACome join the fun! Create your own holiday pinecone ornament and extras to help decorate holiday trees! Use natural ingredients along with colorful art supplies to create your holiday nature craft masterpiece. Note: craft supplies will be provided, but some items may be limited.…