Week of Events
Tuesday Treks
Tuesday Treks
Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3-mile hike every Tuesday in March to explore the wilds of Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Every Wednesday, except August 24 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Easy-paced, one- to three-mile guided hikes, geared toward seniors but open to all ages. A wonderful opportunity to join other hiking enthusiasts! Dress for variable weather and wear sturdy boots.…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Join other hiking enthusiasts for an easy-paced, one to three-mile guided hike geared toward seniors but open to all ages. Dress appropriately for winter weather; hiking poles and traction devices for boots (or snowshoes) are recommended. Trails may be snow-covered, icy, or muddy.…
Housatonic Heritage Walks
Housatonic Heritage Walks
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…
Boreal Spruce-Fir Forest Flower, Plant, Tree & Wild Edibles Hike
Boreal Spruce-Fir Forest Flower, Plant, Tree & Wild Edibles Hike
Learn about the unique fauna and flora of high-elevation forests and fields from Naturalist and Tamarack Hollow Director Aimee Gelinas. DATE: Sunday, September 10 TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM LOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor, MA Registration is…
Tree Identification at Springside Park (Housatonic Heritage Walks)
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…