Mustelids with Nathan Buckhout – Berkshire Green Drinks (hybrid event)
Shire Breu-Hous 63 Flansburg Ave, Dalton, MA, United StatesMassWildlife biologist Nathan Buckhout will present at the March Berkshire Green Drinks gathering on Wednesday, March 8, at 6:00 PM in person at Shire Breu-Hous inside The Stationery Factory, 63 Flansburg Ave, Dalton, MA, and online via Zoom. Nathan will…
MCLA’s Green Living Seminar: Capitalism & The Environment
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) - CSI 121 375 Church St., North Adams, MAEvery semester the Green Living Seminars center around a different topic that is timely and relevant to current sustainability issues. Green Living Seminar presentations will start promptly at 5:30 PM EST on MCLA's Campus in the Feigenbaum Center for Science…
Webinar: Zero Carbon, Zero Bills by David Green
OnlineLearn how to cut your heating bill and your carbon emissions to zero from someone who has done it and offers free, independent advice to help others and help the planet as it endures global warming and the ongoing climate…
Virtual Summit: Best Practices for Pollinators
OnlineJoin the Xerces Society for the upcoming Pollinator Friendly Summit to discuss the latest on ecologically sound land stewardship practices that promote pollinators. Massachusetts Pollinator Network is partnering with the Pollinator Friendly Alliance to bring folks a three-day line-up of…
BNRC AMA (Ask Me Anything)
OnlineDo you have questions about Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC)? Recommendations for the best local reserves for birdwatching, dog walking, or other activities? What to do (or not do) about bears? Where to grab a sandwich and beer after a…
Gardening with Native Plant: Why & How
OnlineThis talk is about the current biodiversity crisis; the evolutionary history among native plants, insects, birds and fungi, and how these interdependent relationships among diverse species are necessary for their survival. Amy Meltzer will show how growing native plants and using ecological landscape…
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.…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin other hiking enthusiasts in this easy-paced, one to 3-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,…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk on the Old Mill Trail
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MABerkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) will have a StoryWalk on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, March 11th – Sunday, March 26th (dawn to dusk) on The Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Animals are all around us. While we…
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.…
Mount Greylock Photo Group Meet-Up: Berkshire Destinations Slide Show
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MADiscover amazing Berkshire landmarks. Join guest speaker Christy Butler, local photographer, author and explorer, for a not-to-miss photo slide show. Christy shares waterfalls, huge boulders, and other natural curiosities in the region, featured in his latest book “Berkshire Destinations, an…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk on the Old Mill Trail
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MABerkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) will have a StoryWalk on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, March 11th – Sunday, March 26th (dawn to dusk) on The Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Animals are all around us. While we…
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. Scavenger hunts are available at the Visitor Center. For children and families. DATE:…
Family Movie Matinee
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MABeat the winter blues with this nature-related film series and a fun activity, all in the comfort of our Visitor Center theater! Offered every second Sunday, January through March. March’s feature film is Beaver by Stephen Lowe. Follow the story of a family…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk on the Old Mill Trail
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MABerkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) will have a StoryWalk on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, March 11th – Sunday, March 26th (dawn to dusk) on The Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Animals are all around us. While we…
Finding Your Way in Winter
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MADiscover ways to navigate the outdoors while having fun exploring the wonders of map and compass and learning traditional methods of pathfinding in the forest or your own backyard. Learn a few tricks for identifying wildlife signs and trees by their leaves or…
Forest Health and the Southern Pine Beetle
Online/ZoomNicole Keleher from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) will present on the status of the invasive Southern Pine Beetle in our region and recommendations for forest health. DATE: Monday, March 13 TIME: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk on the Old Mill Trail
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MABerkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) will have a StoryWalk on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, March 11th – Sunday, March 26th (dawn to dusk) on The Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Animals are all around us. While we…
