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…
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.…
Online Winter Seed Sowing Demonstration
Online/ZoomJoin the Wild Seed Project for a free online winter seed-sowing demonstration. Seed Program Manager, Emily Baisden, will demonstrate each step of sowing native seeds and talk through best practices and where to find the materials you need to do…
“Tracking Wildlife: Stories from the More-Than-Human World” with Dan Gardoqui
Boland Theater at Berkshire Community College 1350 West St., Pittsfield, MAJoin us for this exciting wildlife event with Dan Gardoqui – a certified wildlife tracker, bird language expert, and educator who has trained hundreds in the science and art of tracking. In his 60-minute presentation, Dan will share stories and…
Wildlife Tracking Workshop(s) with Dan Gardoqui
Moran Wildlife Management AreaJoin certified wildlife tracker, bird language expert, and educator Dan Gardoqui in the field for a winter wildlife tracking workshop! Dan has trained hundreds in the science and art of tracking and will lead two back-to-back workshops on Saturday, January…
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.…
Beginner Snowshoe/Winter Hike at Housatonic Flats
Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and the Great Barrington Land Conservancy (GBLC) for a 1-mile beginner winter hike at BNRC’s Housatonic Flats reserve in Great Barrington. If weather permits, participants will snowshoe! If you don’t have your own snowshoes,…
Mindful Nature Walk
Join Sandy Wilson from Spirit of Dragonflies, LLC, to celebrate the outdoors's wonders with Shinrin-Yoku, a wellness practice of being in the present moment and opening up our senses. This type of slow walking 'sauntering', deep breathing, present-centered awareness, and…
Owl Appreciation Day
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAWho hoots for you? Find the answer to that question with a visit to the Discover Greylock Exploration Station as we celebrate Owl Appreciation Day at Mount Greylock State Reservation! Come investigate the mysterious Barred Owl and learn cool facts, like why its head rotates…
Wildlife Tracking Workshop(s) with Dan Gardoqui
Moran Wildlife Management AreaJoin certified wildlife tracker, bird language expert, and educator Dan Gardoqui in the field for a winter wildlife tracking workshop! Dan has trained hundreds in the science and art of tracking and will lead two back-to-back workshops on Saturday, January…
Silent Earth: Saving Our Insects
Online/ZoomPresented by and in partnership with the Massachusetts Pollinator Network, Lexington Living Landscapes, Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and Mass Audubon. Insects are vital, fascinating, weird, and wonderful. They are food, pollinators, recyclers, pest controllers, and much more, so we should be…
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…
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.…
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…
Climate Change and Forest Management 101
OnlineThe Woodlands Partnership of Northwest Massachusetts is hosting two mid-winter webinars focused on stewarding our forests and the services they provide amid a changing climate. Alexandra Kosiba, PhD, will present “Climate Change and Forest Management 101,” which will address how…