Events

Join 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…

Join the Hilltown Land Trust in learning about the certification process and ecology of vernal pools with naturalist Charely Eiseman. Vernal pools are fragile ecosystems. In order to protect them, Massachusetts has a state certification that restricts certain kinds of…

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.…

Discover the ephemeral wonder of vernal pools with Hilltown Land Trust and naturalist Nellie Wilson! Join us for a walk in the woods where we’ll explore the rich biodiversity within vernal pools. From fairy shrimp to salamanders, these temporary habitats…

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…

If you are between 14-25 years old and interested in learning more about the environment and developing land stewardship skills, join Greenagers & Railroad Street Youth Project in this 6-week in-person experience! Transportation can be arranged in South County, so don't let…

6/30 Turtles 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. Call the…

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.…

Grafton -  Join us to meet a live owl followed by a full moon walk on Friday, May 5 from 7pm – 8:30 pm at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center.  Kelly Martin, a wildlife rehabilitator with over 40 years of…

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.…

Conway residents and the public are invited to join a woods walk to tour Town Farm Forest. Forester Mary Wigmore,  Mass Audubon ecologists, and Indigenous leaders will run the walk to discuss the property’s current forest stewardship climate plan and…

Climate change is increasing mosquito and tick-borne diseases like Lyme and arboviral encephalitis. Disease ecologist Shannon LaDeau will discuss how changing environmental conditions affect tick and mosquito populations and ways to reduce and safeguard yourself so you can enjoy the…

NestWatch is a nationwide nest monitoring program led by Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology and supported by community members like yourself. Participating is fun, and anyone can do it – even young ones! Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) is offering this…

You’re invited to join the Hoffmann Bird Club for their Annual Meeting and Banquet at Crissey Farm. Featuring: Scott V. Edwards, Alexander Agassiz Professor of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology & Curator of Ornithology, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard University presenting “Bicycling,…

Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural “treasures” along park trails. There are several seek-and-find scavenger hunts for different ages and skill levels. The program is self-guided. Scavenger hunts are available at the Visitor Center. For children and families. DATE: Every…

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.…

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…

Consider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! During the month of May, we will lead our weekly excursions into Burbank Park on Sundays at 1:00 PM to cut and pull hardy kiwi…

1:30 p.m. Puppet parade starts at Peskeompskut Park 2:00—4:00 p.m., Reception in Great Hall Join musicians, artists, and puppeteers in a celebration of the nature of the Connecticut River watershed. The fun begins at1:30 p.m. at Peskeompskut Park where MuZen…