Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Advisory Committee Meeting
Online/ZoomMeetings of the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Advisory Committee are held quarterly and are open to the public. DATE: Thursday, January 12 TIME: 1:30 PM LOCATION: Online via Zoom Click here to join the Zoom meeting with a computer,…
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.…
Log Lunch: “Corporate Greenwashing & Solid Waste” with Kirstie Pecci
The Log 78 Spring St, Williamstown, MA, United StatesThe Log Lunch speaker this week is Kirstie Pecci, founder and director of JustZero, an organization dedicated to zero-waste strategies. Everyone is invited to this locally grown, homemade, vegetarian lunch! DATE: Friday, January 13 TIME: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM…
A Day of Animal Tracks
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYExplore some of the pristine lands around Dyken Pond Center and follow the sign, tracks and trails of the many diverse animals that live here. Deer, turkey, grouse, bobcat, fisher, fox and coyote are just some of the species that…
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.…
A Day of Animal Tracks
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYExplore some of the pristine lands around Dyken Pond Center and follow the sign, tracks and trails of the many diverse animals that live here. Deer, turkey, grouse, bobcat, fisher, fox and coyote are just some of the species that…
Greylock Photography Group Meet Up: White Birches in Winter
Mount Greylock State ReservationWalk along trails through picturesque white (paper) birch tree groves with stunning views up to the summit of Mount Greylock! NOTE: Trails may be snow-covered or icy. Dress for the weather and bring your camera, tablet, or cellphone. Open to…
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…
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAAdventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. There are several “seek and find” scavenger hunts for different ages and skill levels. The program is self-guided and ongoing every Sunday through January. Scavenger hunts are available at…
Cabin Fever Story Time
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin Park Interpreter Mike Whalen by the cozy hearth fire for an entertaining hour filled with tall tales and remarkable legends of Mount Greylock from the past. Meet the spirit of colorful characters like humorist Josh Billings, legendary con-man O.B.Joyful,…
“What marine microfossils can tell about Antarctica’s climate past” with Dr. Mark Leckie
Online/ZoomHumans have learned so much about Earth’s climate history from scientific ocean drilling. In 2018, International Ocean Discovery (IODP) Expedition 374 drilled in the Ross Sea of Antarctica. In this talk, Dr. Leckie will explore Antarctica’s climate past based on…
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…
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…
Protecting Your Legacy webinar series: Moving from Planning to Action
Online/ZoomJoin UMass Amherst for a free six-part webinar series for landowners interested in planning the future of their land. This webinar series will help you decide the future of your land and take steps to formalize a plan to achieve…
Introducing the New BioMap Webinar
Online/ZoomMassWildlife and The Nature Conservancy recently launched the new iteration of BioMap. This online resource identifies critical land and waterways throughout Massachusetts most in need of conservation. The new web portal delivers the latest scientific data and resources to help…
Wonder-full Winter Outings with BNRC
Online/ZoomJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) staff and other enthusiasts at this online program to discuss great places and great ways to get outside in winter. They'll mention a few classic spots for Berkshire winter outings and suggest a few…
The Amazing Monarch Butterfly: Global Stories and Local Monitoring Efforts
Online/ZoomFor hundreds of years, the residents of Michoacán, Mexico, considered the early November arrival of monarch butterflies — which coincides with their celebration of Dia de los Muertos — to represent the souls of their departed ancestors. It wasn’t until…
Input Opportunity on the state’s Environmental Justice Strategy
Online/ZoomThe Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs ("EEA") invites all Commonwealth residents to attend and participate in its public listening sessions focusing on the secretariat-wide draft Environmental Justice Strategy. These public listening sessions are meant to gather information relevant…