natural history
Environmental Studies Institute: The Natural History of Deer and Moose in New Hampshire
Online/ZoomTuesday, January 18th, 25th & February 1st @ 10:00 —11:00 a.m. Join wildlife biologist Mark Ellingwood for a four-week course on deer and moose ecology in New Hampshire. You'll learn about seasonal behavior, habitat use, and population dynamics of these…
Hike to Grandfather Rock the Glacial Erratic:
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYSaturday, March 26th @ 10:00 a.m. — noon Hike to Dyken Pond’s largest glacial deposit and learn about the role glaciers played in helping form our landscape. All ages welcome but must be able to hike 2.5 miles. Preregistration is required…
Mt. Greylock Photo Group Meet-Up: Berkshire Destinations
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MASaturday, April 9 @ 1:00 — 2:30 p.m. Discover amazing locations of Berkshire County’s natural, cultural, and historical landmarks as we join local photographer, author, and outdoor enthusiast Christy Butler for a fascinating photographic slide-show presentation exploring a vast range…
Campground Critters
Friday, August 26 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM For all ages. Discover native animals found at Mount Greylock with a fun hands-on experience featuring animal artifacts and replica skulls for participants to examine and appreciate. Learn about the diverse wildlife…
6th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts 375 Church Street, North Adams, MADate: October 1, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), 375 Church Street, North Adams MA 01247 The Sixth Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference, featuring presentations by local and regional naturalists and acclaimed…
Ancient Stories, Great Floods, and the Future of Earth’s Climate
ZoomOn June 2 at 7pm, join Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for a virtual Ned Ames Honorary Lecture featuring Ben Strauss, CEO and Chief Scientist at Climate Central. Discover how a 10,000-year-old aboriginal story upended everything climate scientist Ben Strauss…
The Geology of Gill and Vicinity: The Best Place in the World to Study Geology
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAProfessor Emeritus Richard Little presents his new 25-minute movie, The Geology of Gill and Vicinity: The Best Place in the World To Study Geology. Dive into the deep history preserved in our local rocks and landscape. Learn about the birth…
Meditation on Maples
Bullit Reservation 332 Bullitt Rd., Ashfield, MAGet to know the marvelous maples at the Bullitt Reservation! Meditation on Maples is a program that invites participants to explore maple trees with all five senses. This includes taking in the tree as a whole, and exploring the texture…
7th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
Berkshire School 245 N Undermountain Rd., Sheffield, MALearn 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,…
Easy Walk – Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Winter Ecology, Tracking, and Tree ID Hike with Aimee Gelinas
Olivia's Overlook Lenox-Richmond Mountain Rd., Lenox, MAWinter Ecology Tracking and Tree ID program at Yokun Ridge South/Burbank Trail, Lenox, MA. January 15th 12-3pm Join Naturalist Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, Director of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center for a roundtrip 3-mile hike to learn about winter ecology, identifying…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Winter Ecology & Wildlife Hike/Snowshoe with Aimee Gelinas
Northwest Park 145 Lang Road, Windsor, CTWinter Ecology and Wildlife Tracking hike/snowshoe at Northwest Park Windsor, CT Sunday January 28th 1-3pm. Join naturalist Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, Director and co-founder of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center on a Winter Ecology Hike (or Snowshoe-snow conditions permitting) through Northwest Park.…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Wildlife Signs and Tree Bark/Señales de fauna y corteza de árbol
The Boulders Dalton, MAFollow the signs along the 1.4-mile Green Trail. Each sign shares interesting and fun information to engage in observation and discovery! This is offered in English and Español. The self-guided Easy Naturalist: Wildlife Sign and Tree Bark walk will be…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-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 winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Beaver Habitat Hike
Bob's Way Rt. 23, Otis, MAWildlife camera expert Sally Naser will share tips and tricks about how to document the incredible diversity of animals found among beaver ponds and wetlands. BNRC’s Charlotte Hood will talk about the essential role beavers play in creating healthy, resilient ecosystems.…