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…
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.…
Winter Tree Identification, The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MAEnjoy a hike on The Boulders Blue Trail while you get to know trees up close and personal. In this program, you will learn about techniques to help identify trees in the winter and discuss some of the adaptations that…
Campfire Series: Wetland Walk
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYHike or snowshoe (depending on conditions) to a wetland and enjoy s'mores by a toasty campfire and cozy lean-to before heading back out of the woods at Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center! All ages that can hike 1.5 miles are…
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…
Bridging Remote Sensing, Participatory Science, and Wetlands Programs: A Free ELI Workshop
Online/ZoomParticipatory science groups can be valuable partners in the collection and/or interpretation of wetland data. Remote sensing provides new opportunities but may require additional time, funds, and skillsets many programs do not have. To promote creative collaboration between participatory science…
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…
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…
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…
Knowing Your Landscape: Family Forest Carbon Program
Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MAJoin Williamstown Rural Lands for their second conversation with the Family Forest Carbon Program on Tuesday evening, January 10th at Sheep Hill or remotely. 6:00 PM – Viewing of Pre-recorded Talk (Talk also available to watch ahead of time: Here) 7:00 PM –…
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.…
Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
DAR State Forest 78 Cape St., Goshen, United StatesHilltown Land Trust is pleased to once again be partnering with All Out Adventures in offering a series of senior snowshoe treks this winter. Join in on Wednesday mornings for one- to three-mile snowshoe walks along beautiful snow-covered trails through the…
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…
Berkshire Green Drinks – “Land Stewardship in a Changing Environment” with Robin Sears of Williamstown Rural Lands
Online/ZoomAfter nearly 15 years of hosting our monthly Pittsfield Green Drinks gathering, we are expanding our Green Drinks from Pittsfield to county-wide, making it ‘Berkshire Green Drinks’. Before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pittsfield Green Drinks took place exclusively…
Winter Hiking Fundamentals Webinar
Online/ZoomThe weather has turned chilly and the snow is falling: it’s time for winter hiking! Learn the essentials of safe, fun winter recreation in this online webinar. Presenters from Hilltown Land Trust, All Out Adventures, and more will discuss skills like…
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…
