Wild Earth Sisters Retreat
New Marlborough, MAJoin Tes Reed for this Wild Earth Sisters 2023 Retreat taking place over four Sundays + a Saturday-Sunday overnight in New Marlborough, MA. Leave your cell phone and your to-do list behind, and step into a nourishing day in the…
Housatonic Heritage Walks
Explore with knowledgeable & local historians, naturalists, and environmentalists at sites within the Housatonic River Valley: tours of historic buildings and town centers, hikes on the Appalachian Trail and other trails, walks through industrial heritage sites, a canoe paddling trip…
Boreal Spruce-Fir Forest Flower, Plant, Tree & Wild Edibles Hike
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MALearn about the unique fauna and flora of high-elevation forests and fields from Naturalist and Tamarack Hollow Director Aimee Gelinas. DATE: Sunday, September 10 TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM LOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor, MA Registration is…
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…
Tree Identification at Springside Park (Housatonic Heritage Walks)
Hebert Arboretum 874 North Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesTake a leisurely tree identification walk with Chelsey Simmons from Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) in Springside Park, Pittsfield’s largest park and home to the Hebert Arboretum and an American Chestnut Preserve. Participants will learn key characteristics of common trees…
Boreal Forest Ecology Slideshow and Summit Walk
Bascom Lodge 3 Summit Rd., Adams, MALearn about the ecology of high-elevation Boreal Spruce-Fir forests on a short and easy plant/tree ID summit walk and a narrated slideshow in Bascom Lodge with naturalist Aimee Gelinas, Director of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center. Stay for…
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…
Berkshire Green Drinks: ‘Beyond Recycling’ with Andrew Ferrara from Berkshire Zero Waste Initiative
OnlineJoin us for our September Berkshire Green Drinks event to meet Andrew Ferrara, the program manager of BEAT's Zero Waste Initiative, and learn about current projects and groups working to reduce waste in Berkshire County that go beyond just recycling!…
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.…
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…
EPA Housatonic River Cleanup: CCC Meeting
Online/In PersonThe next Housatonic Citizens Coordinating Council (CCC) Meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 13, from 6:00–8:00 PM. The meeting will take place in person at the Lee Library (100 Main St, Lee, MA) and online via Zoom. This is…
Follow the Forest: Virtual & In-Person Training Opportunity
Online/In PersonJoin the Dutchess Land Conservancy at this in-person and online event to learn how you can participate in Housatonic Valley Association's (HVA) Follow the Forest initiative! Julia Rogers, Senior Land Protection Manager at HVA, will discuss the background and importance…
Migratory Bird Outing
Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MAJoin Williamstown Rural Lands and former Audubon chapter president and Williamstown local Tommy Richeyin to say goodbye to our summer feathered neighbors with a birder outing at Sheep Hill! Discover birds by sound and sight on this easy bird walk…
Honoring Our Plant & Animal Teachers: A Workshop in the Woods
New Marlborough, MASpend an enlivening, contemplative day in the forest, writing and sharing in good company about the many forms of guidance offered by denizens of the more-than-human world. Award-winning author and gifted teacher Jennifer Browdy joins skilled wilderness educator Tes Reed…
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.…
Community Paper Shredding Event
Town of Lanesborough 10 Maple Court, Lanesborough, MAHike Gobble Mountain with Mammal Specialist John McDonald
Hike up to one of the lookouts along the ridge and enjoy the stories written in tracks and signs that animals leave behind. John McDonald, past Wildlife Society president and professor at Westfield State University, will lead participants on this…
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.…
