Mountain Mindfulness: Yoga Hike
Mount Greylock State ReservationA family-friendly yoga hike for all ages with guides Suzy and Jean. Take a mindful hike on a 1-mile section of the Appalachian Trail that incorporates forest bathing, yoga, meditation, and mindful breathing. Dress to hike in variable weather. Wear…
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin a short and easy walk at Mt. Greylock State Reservation and be guided along paths by a park interpreter to explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. All ages. Wheelchair accessible. Meet at…
Music Under the Trees: The Steel Pier Jazz Band
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYThe Steel Pier Jazz Band will be performing a free outdoor concert at Dyken Pond's beautiful outdoor amphitheater. Led by retired music educator Woody Strobeck, the Steel Pier Jazz Band features talented musicians performing lively Dixieland music that will have…
Tree Identification in Lower Bowker’s Woods, Stockbridge
Lower Bowker's Woods 16 Glendale Middle Rd, Glendale, MA, United StatesBEAT will lead a tree identification walk in Lower Bowker’s Woods at 9:30 AM on Sunday, August 20. The 1-mile trail meanders along the Housatonic River and through a charming upland forest. Participants will learn key characteristics of common trees…
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. We have several “seek and find” scavenger hunts for different ages and skill levels. This program is self-guided. Scavenger hunts are available at the Visitor Center. Free.…
Animals in Winter
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAFor all ages. Explore how animals and birds adapt to the changing seasons. Discover which animals hibernate, migrate, or change appearance. Chose a storybook, craft activity, or a take-home project. Designed as a self-guided activity or may be led by…
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin a short and easy walk at Mt. Greylock State Reservation and be guided along paths by a park interpreter to explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. All ages. Wheelchair accessible. Meet at…
Live Animal Program: Massachusetts Wildlife
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAPut a face to the challenges wildlife must rise to meet. The Southern Vermont Natural History Museum presents a live animal program featuring wildlife of the Connecticut River Watershed. You may see snakes, birds, mammals, and reptiles! Includes a presentation…
Tuesday Treks
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYJoin 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…
Wild Edibles Walkabout at The Clark
The Clark Art Institute 225 South St., Williamstown, MAJoin naturalist and wild edibles enthusiast Arianna Alexsandra Collins on a 1 hour walk to identify wild edibles and medicinals. Flora and fungi characteristics will be discussed for proper identification and meal and medicine preparation. Trailside nibbling will be encouraged.…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery 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.…
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Online/ZoomEvery Wednesday @ 5 p.m. Join Sierra Club Massachusetts leaders on Zoom for a campaign update, every Wednesday at 5pm. This is an opportunity to get plugged into our campaigns, learn about timely issues and ongoing projects, and talk directly…
Overcoming the Solid Waste Crisis
Hampshire College Franklin Patterson Hall 893 West St., Amherst, MAJoin this distinguished panel to explore the benefits of Product Stewardship, an approach to solving the waste crisis that emphasizes the responsibility of manufacturers in reducing the environmental impact of their products throughout their lifecycle. Learn how using paint and…
Volunteer: Morning Knotweed Suppression
Join the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee and learn a simple method that they have been using to starve small knotweed patches. Help the interns with their final day collecting data and stripping the leaves. Head home empowered to…
Music & Poetry Along the River Concert
The Spruces 60 Main St., Williamstown, MAJoin the Hoosic River Watershed Association (HooRWA) for their Music & Poetry Along the River Outdoor Concert at The Spruces in Williamstown. This is a celebration with local poets, singers, and musicians and our mutual love and affection for the…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin 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.…
Williamstown Farmers Market
Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM Location: lower Spring Street parking lot in Williamstown This year, the market will feature favorite returning vendors and a variety of new vendors, including a fishmonger, knife sharpener, baker, chef, and much more.…
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin a short and easy walk at Mt. Greylock State Reservation and be guided along paths by a park interpreter to explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. All ages. Wheelchair accessible. Meet at…
Volunteer: Remove & Restore — Shaker Mill Brook
Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee will teach folks how to ID the most common invasive species and the best way, that they have found, to remove the invasive plants and work to restore riparian areas. Registration is required. To…
Laurel Hill Day
Laurel Hill ParkFor the past 170 years, local Stockbridge residents and other friends have gathered in front of a rock outcropping in Laurel Hill Park, located behind the Stockbridge Town Offices. This year the keynote address will be delivered by Starling (Star)…