Yule Log Celebration at Dyken Pond Center
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYCelebrate 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 be…
Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Families
The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MASponsored by Hampshire Bird Club All Ages Welcome Free - Registration Appreciated Do you want to learn more about birds? Would you like to contribute to science? Join birdwatchers all over America in the Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! The CBC…
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Burbank Park Boat Launch 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesConsider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! We go out into the woods every Friday* at 10:00 AM to cut and pull invasive hardy kiwi vines that are overtaking the trees and…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAKidleidoscope Story Hour Fridays, 12/20: Deer; 12/27: Ducks, 10:30—11:30 a.m. 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. For ages 3-6, accompanied by…
Nice & 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 along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.…
Winter Solstice Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAWinter Solstice Walk Celebrate the change in season. Join for an easy walk along the Canalside Rail Trail for 3 miles on a level paved surface. For adults and children ages 8 and up. Be prepared for cold weather, dress…
Silent Solstice Sunset Hike
DAR State Forest 78 Cape St., Goshen, United StatesEnjoy the shortest day of the year with Hilltown Land Trust (HLT) on a meditative hike. You will take a short, silent walk along the Upper Highland Lake at the DAR State Forest and enjoy the sunset together in peaceful…
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Burbank Park Boat Launch 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesConsider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! We go out into the woods every Friday* at 10:00 AM to cut and pull invasive hardy kiwi vines that are overtaking the trees and…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAKidleidoscope Story Hour Fridays, 12/20: Deer; 12/27: Ducks, 10:30—11:30 a.m. 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. For ages 3-6, accompanied by…
Winter Tree Identification Walk with BEAT + TOURISTS
TOURISTS 915 State Rd, North Adams, MA, United StatesJoin BEAT’s programs director, Chelsey Simmons, for a winter tree identification walk on the TOURISTS grounds in North Adams, and learn how to identify trees throughout all the seasons with a local naturalist and tree enthusiast! It may be surprising,…
Nice & 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 along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.…
“Common Ground” Screening and Film Discussion
Lee Library 100 Main St, Lee, MA, United Stateshttps://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Common-Ground-Film-Learning-Event-Lee-Library-December-2024.pdf Common Ground screening and film discussion, a learning event at the Lee library Common Ground is the award-winning follow-up to the successful film, Kiss the Ground. This film explores how Americans from different walks of life, different political backgrounds,…
Winter Warm Up Family Hike
Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MAJoin Taylor of BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes for a seasonal walk to celebrate winter’s magic at Housatonic Flats! On this family-friendly hike, savor the crisp, refreshing air, marvel at the quiet beauty of the landscape, and appreciate the simple…
First Day Waterfall & Boreal Forest Snowshoe/Hike
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MA2025 FIRST DAY Waterfall & Boreal Forest Snowshoe/Hike at Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center Windsor, MA 10am-12:30pm Snowshoe (or hike) on the First Day of the New Year in the Boreal forests of Windsor at the Tamarack Hollow Nature and…
New Year’s Day Nature Walk at Greylock Glen
Greylock GlenWed. Jan. 1, Sessions from 10:00AM-3:00PM Bring in the New Year the healthy way with a family-friendly nature walk at Greylock Glen. This program will explore gentle, gravel-paved trails through meadows, forests, and wetlands at the foot of Mount Greylock,…
First Day Hike
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAFirst Day Hike Start off the New Year on the right foot. A leisurely, staff-guided 3-mile stroll on the Canalside Rail Trail. Dress in layers and wear winter walking boots. For ages 8 and up. Dogs are welcome on leash.…
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Burbank Park Boat Launch 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesConsider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! We go out into the woods every Friday* at 10:00 AM to cut and pull invasive hardy kiwi vines that are overtaking the trees and…
Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek
The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MAOwl Prowls with Dan Ziomek Have you been on an owl prowl? It is a very special treat in the heart of winter. Come seek out the Great-horned owl on a winter (hopefully snowy) night with expert birder Dan Ziomek.…
Family Friendly Winter Walk
Mount Greylock State ReservationMountain Mindfulness Program Series: Family Friendly Winter Walk For all ages. A gentle guided forest walk to invite present moment awareness, reduce stress, and gain inspiration by incorporating elements of meditation and mindful breathing. Suitable for all skill levels. Dress…
Mass Pollinator Network Brown Bag Lunch
OnlineA new program from Mass Pollinator Network: Brown Bag Lunch This drop-in Zoom event will happen on the first Wednesday of each month, beginning February 7, from noon to 1pm. Stop by to meet other pollinator advocates, ask questions of…