Birding at the Mount
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesExplore Edith Wharton's original estate, including its woods, wetlands, and meadows. Learn skills to bird by sight and sound as we look for numerous bird species, including bobolinks, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers. Walks depart from the main parking lot. For…
Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYJoin Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in June to explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week discover new ground…
“Into the Weeds” Environmental Documentary Screening + Panel Discussion
The Triplex Cinema 70 Railroad St., Great Barrington, MADewayne Johnson, a Bay Area groundskeeper, suffered from rashes in 2014 and wondered if they were caused by the herbicide he'd been using for the past couple years. As his health deteriorated, Johnson became the face of a David-and-Goliath legal…
Climate Panel Discussion for Candidates of the 3rd District
OnlineJoin 350-MA for a two-part panel discussion via Zoom on local climate issues with the candidates for the Berkshires 3rd District representative's seat (Smitty Pignatelli's seat). Hear from Jamie Minacci on Wednesday, July 17, at 6 PM. On Wednesday, August…
Climate Resilience and Climate Justice with Rev. Vernon Walker
OnlineMCAN speaker series: Leaders Speak Out: Paths to Climate Justice The connection between climate resilience and climate justice is why organizing matters. We will explore how climate resilience and climate justice are connected and why it makes sense for advocates of…
Summer Yoga at Lake Mansfield
Lake Mansfield Great BarringtonLakeside yoga: there is no better way to start a summer day! Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy (GBLC) for this donation-based 8 AM class for All Levels. (Suggested donation is $10 per class.) Participants should bring a yoga mat…
Summer Yoga at Lake Mansfield
Lake Mansfield Great BarringtonLakeside yoga: there is no better way to start a summer day! Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy (GBLC) for this donation-based 8 AM class for All Levels. (Suggested donation is $10 per class.) Participants should bring a yoga mat…
Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock
Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United StatesFor ages 8—12. Free. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and cultural resources of the region. Seven weekly program sessions led by DCR…
Invasive Species Workday at Berlin Road Preserve
Williamstown, MAFeeling helpless in the face of climate change and biodiversity loss? Want to take a break from the computer and get outside? Roll up your sleeves and join Williamstown Rural Lands in our effort to restore the local landscape! Come…
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Burbank Park Boat Launch 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesConsider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! We go out into the woods every Friday* at 10:00 AM to cut and pull invasive hardy kiwi vines that are overtaking the trees and…
Summer Yoga at Lake Mansfield
Lake Mansfield Great BarringtonLakeside yoga: there is no better way to start a summer day! Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy (GBLC) for this donation-based 8 AM class for All Levels. (Suggested donation is $10 per class.) Participants should bring a yoga mat…
Late Summer Butterflies of Sheep Hill
Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MAJoin Williamstown Rural Lands and local butterfly enthusiast Doug Lister for a leisurely butterflying experience in search of our late summer Lepidopteran neighbors. The group will walk a slow-paced, ~1.5 mile loop to the top of Sheep Hill to look…
Tree Identification at Springside Park
Springside Park Pittsfield, MATake 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…
Owl Prowl – Park After Dark at Mt Greylock
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MAMount Greylock Owl Prowl Free for all ages. Investigate the mysterious Barred Owl. Enjoy hands-on investigation and go for a forest walk. Bring water, a snack, bug spray, and a headlamp. Rain cancels. Pre-registration is requested at (413)-499-4262 Park After…
Williamstown Hemlock Monitoring Group Meet-up and Training
Cold Spring Preserve Rt. 7/Cold Spring Rd.Help monitor the health of our Eastern Hemlocks! Eastern Hemlocks are a vital part of our landscape but are under threat from pests like Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. Join Williamstown Rural Lands to survey Eastern Hemlock health at the Cold Spring…
Summer Yoga at Lake Mansfield
Lake Mansfield Great BarringtonLakeside yoga: there is no better way to start a summer day! Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy (GBLC) for this donation-based 8 AM class for All Levels. (Suggested donation is $10 per class.) Participants should bring a yoga mat…
Birding at the Mount
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesExplore Edith Wharton's original estate, including its woods, wetlands, and meadows. Learn skills to bird by sight and sound as we look for numerous bird species, including bobolinks, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers. Walks depart from the main parking lot. For…
Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYJoin Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in June to explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week discover new ground…
Rooting Out Barberry Volunteer Invasive Removal
Shaker Mill Brook Becket, MA, United StatesWild & Scenic Westfield River Volunteers requested for Rooting out Barberry. Your hands and humor are needed! Learn to identify and remove barberry and multiflora rose Email Meredyth Babcock to register and receive details: Westfieldriver@gmail.com DATE: Wednesday, August 28 TIME:…
Mountain Mindfulness Program Series
Mount Greylock State ReservationFree for ages 12 and older. Programs include Mindful Walks, Forest Bathing, Yoga, or Qi Gong and Tai Chi. Designed to help you de-stress and re-connect with and nature. No experience necessary. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.…