Trails and Tale Hike
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesMondays, August 8 & 22 1:00 –3:00 PM For all ages. Park Interpreter-guided hike explores the human side of Mount Greylock. Features local history, literary inspirations, poetry readings, maybe even a ghost story! Be prepared for the weather. Wear sturdy…
Green Power At A Lower Cost
Online/ZoomTuesday, August 23 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM » Online Hear the highlights from the authors of Green Energy Consumers Alliance's new report: "Green Power at a Lower Cost". The report covers the success of Green Municipal Aggregation in Massachusetts.…
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…
DCR Landscape Designations and Management Guidelines: 10-Year Review
Online/In PersonIn this series of public meetings, please join DCR to discuss the 2012 DCR Landscape Designations and Management Guidelines, to provide feedback on the review assessment, incorporate feedback on evolving climate concerns, and discuss designations for properties acquired since 2012.…
Learn about pollinators and pollinator gardening with Bee Friendly Williamstown
The Spruces 60 Main St., Williamstown, MAWednesdays from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Bee Friendly Williamstown hosts a weekly opportunity every Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM. You'll have the chance to learn about caring for pollinators and growing pollinator-friendly plants while working in the pollinator garden…
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…
Create a Paradise for Pollinators in Your Home Landscape and Gardens
Stockbridge Library - Bement Room 46 Main St., Stockbridge, MAWednesday, August 24 @ 5:30 PM Location: Stockbridge Library The Lenox Garden Club and the Stockbridge Library present a free event with Chris Ferrero, a Cornell University Master Gardner. This program features: - The important pollinators, their needs and habits…
Photography Workshop Series
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesJoin local photographer Thadeus B. Kubis for a three-part series on photography. From cell phones to in-depth wildlife photography, you will explore how to capture the natural world at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and beyond. Sign up for one session…
Junior Ranger Program
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Thursday throughout August 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM For ages 8 – 12. Registration required. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and…
Greylock Explorer’s Club
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesFridays, August 12 & 26 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Ideal for ages 8—12, but open to all ages. Be an outdoor explorer and discover Mount Greylock. Acquire skills to identify signs of wildlife and trees by their leaves or…
Campground Critters
Friday, August 26 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM For all ages. Discover native animals found at Mount Greylock with a fun hands-on experience featuring animal artifacts and replica skulls for participants to examine and appreciate. Learn about the diverse wildlife…
The Easy Naturalist: Signs of Summer (self-guided walk)
Wild Acres S Mountain Rd., Pittsfield, MASaturday, August 6 – Sunday, August 28 » Daily, from dawn to dusk Summertime is filled with unique seasonal wonders and mysteries. Enjoy a self-guided exploration of this short trail and learn the how and why of summer phenomena. What’s…
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.…
Art Naturally Series
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MASaturday, August 27 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Discover nature through story, poetry, and art in this series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images, instruction and techniques help you create an art piece inspired by the natural…
Scenic Summit Tours
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MASaturdays & Sundays, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EXCEPT August 13 & 20 All ages. Park Interpreter-guided short and easy walk along paths explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. Wheelchair accessible. Two programs…
Laurel Hill Day
Laurel Hill ParkSaturday, August 27 @ 1:00 PM Location: Laurel Hill Park — located behind the Town Offices Building on Main Street in Stockbridge, MA The Laurel Hill Association will be celebrating the Bicentennial of Frederick Law Olmsted at the Association’s annual…
Printing with Edible Plants: An Intergenerational Activity
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MASaturday, August 27 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM All ages are invited to print up to one hour and design a personal Veggie Mandala on fabric with vegetable parts or medicinal weeds. The resulting flag is yours to take home.…
W.E.B. Du Bois: I’ve Known Rivers
W.E.B. Du Bois River Park 20 River Street, Great Barrington, MA, United StatesSaturday, August 27 2:00 PM –5:00 PM Location: W.E.B. Du Bois River Park, 20 River Street, Great Barrington MA Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy and River Walk for this special program of music, poetry, and more to celebrate W.E.B.…
Water Love Movie Nights
Westside Riverway Park 181 Dewey Ave., Pittsfield, MABring the family for some community, fun-filled movie nights! Water-themed movies will be showing at Westside Riverway Park in Pittsfield on August 13 and 27. Moana — Saturday, August 13, at 7:00 PM. Shark Tale — Saturday, August 27, at…
Self-Guided Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesEvery Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Suitable for children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. Several “seek and find” scavenger hunts are available for different age and skill levels at the Visitor…