Outdoor Activity
Gorge après Gorge 5k and Fun Walk
Chesterfield Gorge 94V9+8V West Chesterfield, Chesterfield, MAGorge après Gorge 5k and Fun Walk Link: https://www.hilltownlandtrust.org/gorge-apres-gorge Join this year’s Gorge après Gorge 5k Trail Run and Free Family Fun Walk! This annual event is entering its 19th year, scheduled on the Sunday after Thanksgiving at the Chesterfield…
Yule Log Celebration
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYGrafton –Celebrate the ancient tradition of the Yule Log. Hear the story of the Yule Log and why the days are getting shorter and the nights longer at this time of year. Search for a hidden Yule Log, which will…
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
TOURISTS 915 State Rd, North Adams, MA, United StatesThroughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
Winter Solstice Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MACelebrate the change in season with the Great Falls Discovery Center on an easy walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles long on a level, paved surface. For adults and children ages 8 and up.…
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
TOURISTS 915 State Rd, North Adams, MA, United StatesThroughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
First Day Hike
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MASave the Date! First Day Hike with Great Falls Discovery Center Get the 2023 New Year started off on the right foot! Enjoy a leisurely staff-guided 3-mile stroll on the Canalside Rail Trail, a gentle, level route. Be prepared for…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Dress for winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk/Paseo de los cuentos autoguiado
Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MAWalk 1 mile and learn about different animal tracks! Animals are all around us. While we may not often see them, we can see signs that they have been there. Some signs might be simple footprints in snow or mud…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Dress for winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
TOURISTS 915 State Rd, North Adams, MA, United StatesThroughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
Winter Ecology, Tracking, and Tree ID Hike with Aimee Gelinas
Olivia's Overlook Lenox-Richmond Mountain Rd., Lenox, MAWinter Ecology Tracking and Tree ID program at Yokun Ridge South/Burbank Trail, Lenox, MA. January 15th 12-3pm Join Naturalist Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, Director of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center for a roundtrip 3-mile hike to learn about winter ecology, identifying…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Dress for winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Winter Wonderland Activity Day
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor all ages. Join the Mount Greylock State Reservation for a fun-packed time of winter activities. Winter crafts, scavenger hunts, board games, and sledding if snow permits. Designed as self-guided activities but also led by a Park Interpreter. Bring your…
Senior Snowshoes
DAR State Forest 78 Cape St., Goshen, United StatesHilltown Land Trust is partnering with All Out Adventures on a series of senior snowshoe treks. Attend for a one-to-three mile snowshoe (or hike if there is not enough snow cover) along beautiful trails in the DAR State Forest in…
Winter Tree Identification Hike
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor ages 8 and up. Calling all nature detectives! Learn to identify trees in their winter slumber. DCR Forester, Kevin Podkowka, leads a short, easy walk for families. Dress for winter weather, warm boots. Hiking poles and traction devices (or…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Dress for winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Mindfulness Forest Walk
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFree for all ages and skill levels. This walk with guide Suzy invites you into present moment awareness. Reduce stress and gain inspiration. Incorporate elements of meditation and mindful breathing. Dress appropriately for winter weather. Space is limited, pre-registration required…
Family Friendly Outdoor Activities
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor all ages. Free. Come out and join the Mount Greylock State Reservation for an afternoon of winter activities, including snow tubing for the little ones (bring a soft-sided sled if you have one), a snowshoe demo by NeviTREK Handmade…
Family Friendly Winter Walk
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor all ages. Join walk guide Sandy to invite present moment awareness, reduce stress, and gain inspiration by incorporating elements of meditation and mindful breathing. FREE for all ages and skill levels. Dress for winter weather. Pre-registration required at (413)…
Winter Ecology & Wildlife Hike/Snowshoe with Aimee Gelinas
Northwest Park 145 Lang Road, Windsor, CTWinter Ecology and Wildlife Tracking hike/snowshoe at Northwest Park Windsor, CT Sunday January 28th 1-3pm. Join naturalist Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, Director and co-founder of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center on a Winter Ecology Hike (or Snowshoe-snow conditions permitting) through Northwest Park.…