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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Beginner Naturalist Walk at Wild Acres (Housatonic Heritage Walk)
Beginner Naturalist Walk at Wild Acres (Housatonic Heritage Walk)
Join Chelsey Simmons of Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) for a leisurely guided naturalist walk in Wild Acres Park, a Pittsfield Conservation Area that contains an expansive wetland and forested walking trails. Chelsey will lead participants to observe some of…
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
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2024 Berkshire Biodiversity Day (BioBlitz)
Celebrating local biodiversity during a time of unprecedented global biodiversity loss, the 15th Berkshire Biodiversity Day (aka Berkshire BioBlitz) welcomes community members of all ages to join biologists, naturalists, and environmentalists to identify as many plants, animals, fungi, and other…
Fall Fright Night Hike at Mount Greylock
Fall Fright Night Hike at Mount Greylock
Ages 8 and up. A chilling hike celebrates the Harvest Moon. Hear compelling local tales and strange legends of the season along this easy-moderate 1.5-mile spooky walk. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, bug spray, wear sturdy shoes and dress for…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Heritage Summit Walk at Mount Greylock
Heritage Summit Walk at Mount Greylock
All ages. Join tour guides Mike and Peter for an easy walking tour. Explore the evolution of the summit’s unique “Parkitecture”. Register at (413) 499-4262 . For details visit: housatonicheritage.org/heritage-experiences/heritage-walks/ DATE: Sunday, September 15 TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…
Rediscovering the Lost Mill Villages of West Pittsfield: Stearnsville, Barkerville, and the Tillotson Osceola Mill
Rediscovering the Lost Mill Villages of West Pittsfield: Stearnsville, Barkerville, and the Tillotson Osceola Mill
https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Mill-Village-Tour-Color.pdf Learn the rich history of the Mill Villages of West Pittsfield and the Southwest Branch of the Housatonic River. Mills date back to 1768 and provided virtually all of the social and economic growth of the area in the…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Autumn Equinox Walk
Autumn Equinox Walk
Ages 12 and older. Guided mindful fall forest walk with Suzy and Jala. Incorporates forest bathing, meditation, Qi Gong and mindful breathing! Dress in layers. Wear sturdy boots or shoes. Bring bug spray, water and a snack. Space is limited.…
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Canal Drawdown History Stroll
Canal Drawdown History Stroll
Check out the annual draining of the Turners Falls canal, take a stroll along the Canalside Rail Trail, and absorb local history with Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center staff and DCR staff. Meet at the entrance of the Center…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Tree Identification Walk at Lower Bowker’s Woods (Housatonic Heritage Walk)
Tree Identification Walk at Lower Bowker’s Woods (Housatonic Heritage Walk)
Join Chelsey Simmons, BEAT's programs director, for a tree identification walk in Lower Bowker’s Woods to learn key characteristics of common trees in western Massachusetts and get tips to help identify them. The 1-mile trail meanders along the Housatonic River…
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…
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2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks
2024 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…
Leaf Peepin’ in the Park at Mount Greylock
Leaf Peepin’ in the Park at Mount Greylock
For all ages. Get a Autumn Scavenger Hunts and Fall Foliage Activity Packet for the kids at the Visitor Center! A self-guided activity during your visit, or may be led by a Park Interpreter. Supplies are limited. DATE: Sundays TIME:…
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