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Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Every 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.…
Dam Busters 101: Introduction to Dam Removal
Dam Busters 101: Introduction to Dam Removal
Mass Rivers Alliance, along with the Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration, and the Charles River Watershed Association, is pleased to present a series of monthly, lunchtime webinars on a variety of dam removal topics. Each free one-hour webinar will feature:…
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Every 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…
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Community Listening Sessions – Hoosic River North Adams
Community Listening Sessions – Hoosic River North Adams
The City of North Adams and Hoosic River Revival are hosting a series of listening sessions to gather community input regarding the significance of the Hoosic River in North Adams, and the need to modernize the aging concrete flood control…
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Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Join 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.…
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Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and David Ellis
Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and David Ellis
Although wildlife tracking is often correlated with winter, snow isn't necessary in order to successfully find and identify track and sign left by animals. Join skilled trackers Jim Pelletier and David Ellis for a day of tracking at October Mountain…
Williamstown Farmers Market
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.…
Fall Clean-up Volunteer Day
Fall Clean-up Volunteer Day
Come help Sheep Hill get ready for the snow during our seasonal Volunteer Day! Drop by any time, for any amount of time, to help Williamstown Rural Lands accomplish our List of Things to Do. We have tasks for any…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Nature Scavenger Hunt
For 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
Animals in Winter
For 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…
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Creating Landscapes for Bird Diversity
Creating Landscapes for Bird Diversity
Creating Landscapes for Bird Diversity with Claudia Thompson, Landscape Designer and Founder, Grow Native Massachusetts: a Zoom presentation in partnership with Cary Memorial Library Our landscapes have a tremendous impact on bird diversity, and with so many native bird populations…
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Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Every 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.…
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
Join this free Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) hosted online event. Local professionals will discuss the many ways people of all ages can connect to nature, the mind and body benefits, and share personal experiences related to time outdoors. Easy…
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Advocacy Hour: Campaign Updates (MA Sierra Club)
Every 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…
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Berkshire Green Drinks: “Forest Conservation and Management Strategies for Climate Mitigation” with DCR Forester Tom Ryan
Berkshire Green Drinks: “Forest Conservation and Management Strategies for Climate Mitigation” with DCR Forester Tom Ryan
Join us online or in person at our November Berkshire Green Drinks event with Tom Ryan, a forester with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). Tom will touch on several areas within forestry, including an overview of the…
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“Massachusetts Community Climate Bank” Log Lunch talk with Senator Paul Mark, representing Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire Counties
“Massachusetts Community Climate Bank” Log Lunch talk with Senator Paul Mark, representing Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire Counties
Paul Mark serves as the State Senator for the 57 cities and towns of the Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire District, the largest legislative district in the history of Massachusetts. Senator Mark serves as the Chair of the Joint Committee…
Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Ragged Blue
Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Ragged Blue
Join the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Enjoy traditional bluegrass-based music with a touch of Celtic, swing, and country with Ragged Blue. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations, all in support of educational…
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Making Paper from Invasive Plants
Making Paper from Invasive Plants
In this workshop, you will be introduced to making paper with invasive plants, specifically Japanese Knotweed, Garlic Mustard, and Honeysuckle. We will review plant identification, safe collection methods, and how to process fibers for paper-making. Then, you will be able…
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Fall Community Walk at Canoe Meadows
Fall Community Walk at Canoe Meadows
Join the City of Pittsfield Parks & Recreation staff, Berkshire Family Hikes, and Mass Audubon on a family-friendly educational walk at Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield. This casual & free event is open to all ages and will be…
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
Tree Walks with BEAT + TOURISTS
Throughout winter, BEAT's programs director, Chelsey Simmons, will be leading two tree walks each month in collaboration with TOURISTS. These walks will take place on a Wednesday and Sunday, begin at noon, and are free with the option to donate…
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Lighting Your Path to Energy Incentives and Efficiency
Lighting Your Path to Energy Incentives and Efficiency
Discover incentives and opportunities to transition to solar and renewable energy. This in-depth conversation is a must-attend for residents and municipal leaders looking to improve their energy efficiency and save money. DATE: Monday, November 13 TIME: 5:30 PM - 8:00…
Local Climate Incentives Forum
Local Climate Incentives Forum
As a follow-on to a meeting that the Berkshire Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) held in April of this year, the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is organizing a Free Forum on 13 November 2023, from 5:30 - 8:00…
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41st Annual Meeting Green Energy Consumers Alliance
41st Annual Meeting Green Energy Consumers Alliance
It's Green Energy Consumers Alliance's 41st anniversary. Learn about their work to empower consumers and communities to speed a just transition to a zero-carbon future. This is an evening of networking, celebrating progress, and preparing for the challenges that lie…
Forests as Climate Solutions – Public Input Session
Forests as Climate Solutions – Public Input Session
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs invites you to join a public meeting to hear updates about and provide input on the Forests as Climate Solutions Initiative, a comprehensive effort to conserve and manage forest land in the…
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Coexisting Humanely with Wildlife
Coexisting Humanely with Wildlife
Have you had conflicts with wildlife? Join the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for an MSPCA presentation on Coexisting Humanely with Wildlife. Topics include: how to avoid negative encounters with wildlife; information about MSPCA resources, including…
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Community Listening Sessions – Hoosic River North Adams
Community Listening Sessions – Hoosic River North Adams
The City of North Adams and Hoosic River Revival are hosting a series of listening sessions to gather community input regarding the significance of the Hoosic River in North Adams, and the need to modernize the aging concrete flood control…
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7th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
7th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
Learn about native birds, turtles, caves, and more at the Seventh Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference on Saturday, November 18, from 9 AM to 4 PM. The event, which features fascinating presentations by local and regional naturalists and acclaimed authors,…
The Nolumbeka Project Presents: Full Beaver Moon Gathering
The Nolumbeka Project Presents: Full Beaver Moon Gathering
The Nolumbeka Project presents the annual Full Beaver Moon Gathering. Enjoy a presentation by Christine DeLucia, author of Memory Lands. Free admission and all are welcome. For more information about the event visit nolumbekaproject.org. Meet in the Great Hall. DATE:…
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Fall Hike at Pine Cobble
Fall Hike at Pine Cobble
Join Williamstown Rural Lands to learn about the unique ecology of Pine Cobble and the changes that prepare animals and plants for winter. Enjoy a moderate/strenuous 3.2 out-and-back hike to expansive views of Williamstown, North Adams, and the Hoosac and…
Family Gratitude Hike
Family Gratitude Hike
Join Berkshire Family Hikes and Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) for a morning of exploration and gratitude along the Meadow Trail at Thomas & Palmer Brook. This event will include an interactive gratitude walk around the Meadow Trail, as well…
HVA’s Annual Auction for the Environment
HVA’s Annual Auction for the Environment
Join the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) for their annual Auction for the Environment with Christine Baranski as the entertaining and beloved host. Auctioneer Sherry Truhlar, back by popular demand, promises a fun and lively afternoon of bidding. Their silent auction…
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Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Bears
Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Bears
For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors who share our home. Program includes a story, activities, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…
Go Green on Black Friday
Go Green on Black Friday
Forget shopping— connect with nature and local history! Join the Great Falls Discovery Center for a leisurely walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles-long, on a level paved surface. Makes for an easy stroll for…
Easy Walk – Great Falls Discovery Center
Easy Walk – Great Falls Discovery Center
Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring…
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Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene
Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene
Although wildlife tracking is often correlated with snow, it isn’t necessary in order to successfully find and identify track and sign left by animals. Join skilled trackers Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene for a half day (or full day —…
Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene
Wildlife Tracking Hike with Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene
Although wildlife tracking is often correlated with snow, it isn’t necessary in order to successfully find and identify track and sign left by animals. Join skilled trackers Jim Pelletier and Richard Greene for a half day (or full day —…
Beaver Moon Family Hike
Beaver Moon Family Hike
Join Williamstown Rural Lands at Sheep Hill to celebrate the Beaver Moon! Listen to facts and tales about beavers in winter, hike to the top of the hill (1.5 miles, moderate) to view the full moon, then head back down…
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Gorge après Gorge 5k and Fun Walk
Gorge après Gorge 5k and Fun Walk
Gorge après Gorge 5k and Fun Walk Link: https://www.hilltownlandtrust.org/gorge-apres-gorge Join this year’s Gorge après Gorge 5k Trail Run and Free Family Fun Walk! This annual event is entering its 19th year, scheduled on the Sunday after Thanksgiving at the Chesterfield…
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Webinar on Private Jet Service Expansion and Climate Effects
Webinar on Private Jet Service Expansion and Climate Effects
Don't miss this special webinar for Western MA climate activists about the proposed expansion of Hanscom private jet service and its disastrous climate effects in Massachusetts. DATE: Tuesday, November 28 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM LOCATION: Online » Link…
Healthy Soils and Climate Smart Farming
Healthy Soils and Climate Smart Farming
Join Mothers Out Front as they celebrate United Nations World Soil Day by learning about healthy soil as a carbon sink and climate change solution. In this webinar, you'll hear from soil scientist Ruben Parilla, Soil Technical Coordinator for NOFA/Mass,…
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Climate Lobbying Training and MPF Lobby Day Prep
Climate Lobbying Training and MPF Lobby Day Prep
Join No Fracked Gas in Mass to learn how we'll pass meaningful climate legislation this session and how to use your power as a constituent effectively. We'll also be discussing MA Power Forward campaign priorities and preparing for the coalition…
Creating Pollinator Habitats Anywhere
Creating Pollinator Habitats Anywhere
Reviews some pollinator basics: what exactly are pollinators, why are they so important, and why do we hear so much about them? Then explore what pollinators need and are looking for when choosing where to rest, eat, or lay their…
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Environmental Justice Council (EJC) meeting
Environmental Justice Council (EJC) meeting
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is convening the Environmental Justice Council (EJC) for its next meeting on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 6:00 PM. Council members will discuss EJ office priorities and strategies during this meeting.…
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Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Consider 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…
Pittsfield: Special Hearing on Electric Rates
Pittsfield: Special Hearing on Electric Rates
As gas and electric rates typically surge higher in Western Massachusetts than they do in any other part of the state, the Senate members of the Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy are holding a special oversight hearing in Pittsfield…
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BEAT’s 20th Anniversary Celebration + Open House
BEAT’s 20th Anniversary Celebration + Open House
Celebrate 20 years of protecting the environment for wildlife in the Berkshires with BEAT! We welcome everyone to join us on Saturday, December 2, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, to see the renovations, hear about what's to come, and meet…
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Wild Earth Sisters Retreat
Wild Earth Sisters Retreat
Join 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…
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