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.…
Mountain Mindfulness Series: Winter Solstice Walk
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAExperience the serenity and tranquility of the forest in winter. Celebrate the return of the light on the shortest day of the year with a guided, slow, intentional, meditative woodland walk to de-stress and reconnect with nature. For all ages.…
Winter Solstice Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MACelebrate the change in season. Join the Great Falls Discovery Center for an easy walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles-long, on a paved & level surface. For adults and children ages 8 and up.…
Festival of Lights Walk
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MACome celebrate the Winter Solstice, and observe the traditional Festival of Lights with a brief ceremony, followed by a refreshing 20-minute outdoor walk. Light sticks and hot cocoa provided. Inclement weather may cancel. For all ages. DATE: Wednesday, December 21…
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…
Winter Tree Identification Hike
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MACalling all nature detectives! Learn how to identify trees during their winter slumber with DCR Management Forester Kevin Podkowka. This will be an easy walk for families and is for ages 8 and older. Be prepared for the weather by…
Nice & Easy Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAJoin others seeking fresh air and exercise for this easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District. This walk is geared toward seniors but is open to all ages. A…
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.…
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…
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…
Winter Wildlife Tracking
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin Jim Pelletier for a three-hour guided wildlife tracking exploration. Traverse nearby woodlands, meadows, and streams. See what local wildlife has been up to. Journey less than 2 miles at a leisurely pace with some off- trail, rough terrain, and…
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.…
Winter Wildlife Tracking
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAJoin Jim Pelletier for a three-hour guided wildlife tracking exploration. Traverse nearby woodlands, meadows, and streams. See what local wildlife has been up to. Journey less than 2 miles at a leisurely pace with some off- trail, rough terrain, and…
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.…
Nice & Easy Walk
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAJoin others seeking fresh air and exercise for this easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District. This walk is geared toward seniors but is open to all ages. A…
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.…
Snowshoe/hike: Fauna, flora, winter ecology, and tracking
Chapel Brook, Ashfield MAJoin naturlist and director of Tamarack Hollow, Aimee Gelinas, for this free nature program at Chapel Brook in Ashfield, MA, on Saturday, December 31, from 10 AM – 1 PM. Registration required for all Tamarack Hollow nature programs; snowshoe rentals…
First Day Boreal Spruce-Fir Forest Ecology, Trees and Tracking Snowshoe Program
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MAJoin naturalist & Director of Tamarack Hollow Aimee Gelina for this New Year snowshoe adventure! You'll. learn about forest ecology, trees, and tracking. DATE: Sunday, January 1 TIME: 10 AM – 12 PM LOCATION: Tamarack Hollow, Windsor, MA COST: $20/person Registration required for…