natural history
Creating and Enhancing Native Bee Habitat in Your Garden With Heather Holm
OnlineThere is a great deal that home gardeners can do to provide habitat for our native bees without sacrificing other garden goals. When creating and managing thriving habitats for native bees, many factors such as seasonal phenology, nesting strategies, and…
In the Life of the Bumble Bee Queen (and the Cuckoo too!)
OnlineJoin Rich Hatfield, Xerces Senior Endangered Species Conservation Biologist, to take a deep dive into the reproductive females of bumble bees, including cuckoo bumble bees. We'll primarily look at the solitary phase of the lifecycle, including what is known about…
LEARN! An Evening with Timberdoodles
OnlineJoin this BNRC-hosted online event with Kayleigh Filkins to learn about Timberdoodle ecology and fun facts as well as a scientific roundup from the eastern woodcock migration research cooperative. Kayleigh Filkins is a graduate student at SUNY Brockport doing her master’s…
Stroll Along the Housatonic Guided Walk & Talk
Housatonic River Walk Great Barrington, MAJoin GBLC on a guided stroll along the Housatonic River to learn about spring flowers, native trees, and the history of River Walk and the Riverfront Trail. Walk will go from Main Street along River Walk, across Bridge Street along…
Gardening Among Hungry Mammals
OnlinePart of Grow Native Massachusetts' Evenings With Experts series It’s hard to imagine, but white-tailed deer were once nearly extinct in dozens of states. Their abundance now puts them at odds with most gardeners, who become frustrated by the ineffectiveness of…
Virtual Tour of Drury Preserve
OnlineTake a Virtual Tour of Drury Preserve Rene Wendell, land steward for TNC in Western Massachusetts, will be taking viewers on a virtual adventure through Drury Preserve in Sheffield. Catch a glimpse of the species you can find along the trail…
Discover Greylock Hike
Mount Greylock State ReservationFor ages 8 and up. Hike with a Park Interpreter to explore exciting, hidden features of Mount Greylock. Hike may include exploring waterfalls, flora and fauna, and historic sites. Be prepared for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, a…
Evening at the Beaver Ponds
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesEnjoy a family hike searching for the sanctuary's iconic beavers and other wildlife that live in and near our natural ponds. Learn about the lives of beavers, their amazing recovery story, and how they continue to shape the landscape more…
Beavers and Birds at Pleasant Valley
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe evening is a great time to search for wildlife at Pleasant Valley. In this naturalist-guided hike, learn about the sanctuary's resident beavers and how other animals benefit from the ponds that they create. We will also learn how to…
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…
Beavers and Birds at Pleasant Valley
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe evening is a great time to search for wildlife at Pleasant Valley. In this naturalist-guided hike, learn about the sanctuary's resident beavers and how other animals benefit from the ponds that they create. We will also learn how to…
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…
BBG Family Fridays: Tom Tyning
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MAJoin Berkshire Botanical Garden to inspire curiosity about the natural world and promote a deeper connection to our Berkshire landscape through workshops, demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the young and young at heart. On July 19, from 11 a.m. to…
Evening at the Beaver Ponds
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesEnjoy a family hike searching for the sanctuary's iconic beavers and other wildlife that live in and near our natural ponds. Learn about the lives of beavers, their amazing recovery story, and how they continue to shape the landscape more…
Beavers and Birds at Pleasant Valley
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe evening is a great time to search for wildlife at Pleasant Valley. In this naturalist-guided hike, learn about the sanctuary's resident beavers and how other animals benefit from the ponds that they create. We will also learn how to…
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…
Guided Hike: Examine the Local Effects of Climate Change
Petersburg, NYJoin Williamstown Rural Lands board member Allen Pope on July 27 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. for a hike along the Taconic Crest & Shepherd's Well Trails while discussing how the local climate has shifted through the history of…
Evening at the Beaver Ponds
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesEnjoy a family hike searching for the sanctuary's iconic beavers and other wildlife that live in and near our natural ponds. Learn about the lives of beavers, their amazing recovery story, and how they continue to shape the landscape more…
Beavers and Birds at Pleasant Valley
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe evening is a great time to search for wildlife at Pleasant Valley. In this naturalist-guided hike, learn about the sanctuary's resident beavers and how other animals benefit from the ponds that they create. We will also learn how to…
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…