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Resource Roundup: Finding Farmland in Berkshire County

Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

This in-person workshop will include introductory talks from agricultural service providers about land access and financing resources/services that their organizations provide to farmers. There will be time for Q&A followed by a mix/mingle—an opportunity for farmers and resource folks to…

Diversify Your Lawn

Online

Who says lawns need to be monocultures or made only of grasses? We can do better than the default landscape material that covers most of the suburban landscape. Discover how to diversify your lawn with lawn alternatives, transition it to…

Community Pesticide Reduction (CPR) Network Meeting

Online/Zoom

The Community Pesticide Reduction (CPR) network meeting will take place on Thursday, October 20, from 7 – 8 PM. At this meeting, we will be taking time to catch up with one another about the goings-on in our lives and communities, and…

Planting for Pollinators

Online

We hear a lot about honey bees but much less about the myriad of other pollinators — like native bees, moths, butterflies, beetles, flies, and birds — that also support our food systems and ecological webs. In this presentation, you’ll…

Symposium on Social Justice and Inclusion

Bard College at Simon's Rock 84 Alford Rd., Great Barrington, MA

Bard College at Simon’s Rock will host the Symposium on Social Justice and Inclusion, which is an annual program sponsored by the Council for Inclusive Community (CIC). It provides designated time and space for the Simon's Rock community to deconstruct…

Haunted Family Hike at Old Mill Trail, Hinsdale

Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MA

Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and Berkshire Family Hikes for a free Haunted Hike featuring tricks, treats, and a spooky storytime. Costumes are encouraged! The haunted hike is geared towards kids on the younger side, nothing at the event…

Healthy Soil Happenings – Forever Chemicals

Online/Zoom

Join the Healthy Soil, Livable Future Action Group to learn what “forever chemicals” are and what we can do about them. We'll learn about PFAS, what they are, where they come from, how they move, how they accumulate everywhere, and…

Climate Action Now – Monthly Gathering

Online/Zoom

Action updates from Springfield Climate Justice Coalition on the campaign to stop the proposed Springfield/Longmeadow Eversource Pipeline. Find out how you can get involved! Date: Monday, October 24 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Location: Zoom Register here

Event Series Tuesday Treks

Tuesday Treks

Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NY

Join 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…

Public Workshop on Technical Potential of Solar Study

Berkshire Community College 1350 West St., Pittsfield, MA

Department of Energy Resources ("DOER") is engaging the public in providing feedback on Solar siting policy. They are interested in hearing a variety of perspectives from stakeholders in different areas of the Commonwealth. The workshop will include information on their…

Event Series Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

Every 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.…

Understanding Grassland Bird Habitat and Protection

Online

Did you know that Vermont is home to eleven species of grassland birds? Did you know that five of these are listed as Threatened or Endangered and the other six are listed as Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN)? That…

Learn about pollinators and pollinator gardening with Bee Friendly Williamstown

The Spruces 60 Main St., Williamstown, MA

Wednesdays 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…

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