Natural History
Hemlock Monitoring Group Meet-up
Margaret Lindley Park 1201 Cold Spring Rd., Williamstown, MA, United StatesFirst meeting! Eastern hemlocks are a vital part of our landscape but are under threat from pests like hemlock woolly adelgid. Join Williamstown Rural Lands on as they begin a community science survey of hemlock health on local public properties.…
Investigation Station: Amphibians and Reptiles in Winter
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAWhat are amphibians and reptiles up to during the winter? Join us at our investigation station by the Welcome Desk to find out. DATE: Saturday, February 17 - 25 LOCATION: Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA…
The Science of Saw-whet Owls
OnlineSmall, secretive, and nocturnal, Northern Saw-whet Owls (Aegolius acadicus) are one of the most common – and most elusive – owls in Northern forests. In the fall of 2022, the Harris Center established a saw-whet banding station on SuperSanctuary lands as part…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Beavers
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MALearn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…
Who’s Been Here? A Tracking Adventure
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAJoin DCR staff for a tracking adventure. Find out who has been outside in the snow. Investigate the mysterious signs that wildlife leave behind. Bundle up! For ages 3–8 with a parent or guardian. Siblings and friends are welcome. Meet…
Hemlock Monitoring Group Meet-up & Training
Margaret Lindley Park 1201 Cold Spring Rd., Williamstown, MA, United StatesJoin Williamstown Rural Lands to survey Eastern Hemlock health and Hemlock Woolly Adelgid populations on local public properties in Williamstown. Survey will be along the Harmon Pond Trail. The whole walk will be slow paced and ~1.5 miles. No experience…
Full Moon Owl Prowl
Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MACelebrate your local nocturnal feathered friends during Williamstown Rural Lands’ Owl Prowl! Meet live owls and learn about the adaptations that make them such superb hunters of the night with Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, enjoy owl themed crafts and…
Waterfall & Boreal Forest Snowshoe at Tamarack Hollow
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MAWindsor, MA Sunday February 25th 2024 10am-12:30pm Snowshoe (or hike) in the Boreal forests of Windsor at the Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center! Join Director and Naturalist Aimee Gelinas M.Ed on a trek featuring newly conserved land, a brand…
Living With Black Bears in Massachusetts
Cummington Community House 33 Main St, Cumminton, MA, United Stateshttps://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Black-Bear-Poster-Feb-29-2024.pdf Mass Wildlife Biologist Nathan Buckhout giving a presentation on living with black bears in Massachusetts. Nathan Buckhout is a Wildlife Biologist with the Massachusetts Western Wildlife District. He will talk about the life history and status of black bears…
Integrating information on ecosystems and their services through natural capital accounting
OnlineIntegrating Information on Ecosystems and Their Services Through Natural Capital Accounting Natural Resource Stewardship & Science monthly webinar The nation’s economy and environment are deeply interconnected. Water, soil, air, forests, and other natural assets play a critical role in sustaining…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – When Will it be Spring?
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAFor ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Frogs
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAFor ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Salamanders
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAFor ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…
Vernal Pool Reptiles and Amphibians
OnlineDive into the lively world of vernal pools Many Vermont reptiles and amphibians rely on vernal pools for mating and breeding. These wet areas are critical habitat for the reproduction of species like frogs, salamanders, snakes, and turtles. Herpetologist Jim…
Vernal Pool Exploration
The Boulders Dalton, MAVernal pools are unique and vital breeding grounds for amphibians and a host of other fascinating creatures. They also play a critical role in supporting the larger food web. Join BNRC's Earth Day exploration (and celebration!) of a vernal pool,…
Gardening Among Hungry Mammals
OnlinePart of Grow Native Massachusetts' Evenings With Experts series It’s hard to imagine, but white-tailed deer were once nearly extinct in dozens of states. Their abundance now puts them at odds with most gardeners, who become frustrated by the ineffectiveness of…
Virtual Tour of Drury Preserve
OnlineTake a Virtual Tour of Drury Preserve Rene Wendell, land steward for TNC in Western Massachusetts, will be taking viewers on a virtual adventure through Drury Preserve in Sheffield. Catch a glimpse of the species you can find along the trail…
Wildlife Walk at Dyken Pond
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYExplore the scenic shoreline trail while learning about some semi aquatic wildlife with Dyken Pond's temporary 4H Natural Resource Educator Cat LaPorta. Perfect for any age that can hike a half mile, this short hike allows for the viewing of…
Flower, Tree, Wild Edibles & Waterfall Hike
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MABoreal Spruce-Fir Forest Flower, Tree, Wild Edibles & Waterfall Hike at the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor, MA with Naturalist & Director Aimee Gelinas M.Ed. Learn about the unique fauna and flora of high elevation forests and…
Lightning Bug Light Show at the Mount
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesExperience a magical summer light show and learn how best to view or gently catch and release fireflies! After a short presentation, take an evening walk in the meadows for firefly viewing while keeping our eyes open for the stars,…