Week of Events
Southeast New England Program (SNEP) Forum
Southeast New England Program (SNEP) Forum
The goal of the Forum is to engage with our community members and program partners through an introspective look at the work of SNEP to provide input on the work that our Program has completed, the work ongoing, and the…
Tuesday Treks
Tuesday Treks
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…
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.…
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…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
Take this wonderful opportunity to join other hiking enthusiasts for an easy-paced, 1-mile to 3-mile guided hike that's geared toward seniors but open to all ages. Be sure to dress for variable weather and wear sturdy boots. Hiking poles are…
Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk Series
Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk Series
Join Hoosic River Watershed Association (HooRWA) board member and co-owner of local business Wild Soul River Justin Adkins and HooRWA Executive Director Arianna Collins for their “Learning Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants & Fungi” series. These wild walks in the…
Wildlife in a Changing Climate: The Secret Lives of Wild Bees
Wildlife in a Changing Climate: The Secret Lives of Wild Bees
You’ve probably heard “Save The Bees!” but do you know which bees need saving? Over 4,000 species of bees inhabit North America, and most don’t live in hives or make honey. These wild bees come in every size, shape, and…
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.…
Summer Solstice Celebration at Lake Mansfield
Summer Solstice Celebration at Lake Mansfield
Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy for a Summer Solstice celebration with yoga and a live sound bath at Lake Mansfield. Be sure to bring a yoga blanket and a large towel. Free, no pre-registration is necessary. Donations accepted. For…
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.…
Native Plant Sale: Bee Friendly Williamstown + Wing and A Prayer Nursery
Native Plant Sale: Bee Friendly Williamstown + Wing and A Prayer Nursery
Wing and a Prayer Nursery is once again partnering with Bee Friendly Williamstown to offer a special day to visit the nursery on Saturday, June 17, from 10 AM to 2:30 PM. Amy Pulley, the nursery owner, will give a…
Mountain Mindfulness: Forest Bathing Walk
Mountain Mindfulness: Forest Bathing Walk
Join Jean Beebe for this mindful outdoor experience on Mount Greylock. This moderate 1- to 2-mile walk incorporates elements of mindful breathing, nature connection and meditation skills culminating in a group session for sharing and reflection. Leave with inspiration and…
Art Naturally Series
Art Naturally Series
Discover nature through story, poetry, and art in the Great Falls Discovery Center's series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images, instruction, and techniques, participants will create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home.…
Stand Out for October Mountain State Forest
Stand Out for October Mountain State Forest
Please join in the Stand Out to protest the proposed DCR logging project within 447 acres of October Mountain Forest in Washington, MA. It will feature various speakers and a tour of previous logging sites. Come, bring signs, and show…
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Join a short and easy walk at Mt. Greylock State Reservation and be guided along paths by a park interpreter to explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. All ages. Wheelchair accessible. Meet at…
Music Under the Trees: The Hill Hollow Quartet
Music Under the Trees: The Hill Hollow Quartet
The Hill Hollow Quartet will start off Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center's summer concert series with a bang. Join them under the trees to enjoy fantastic bluegrass Americana music in an outdoor amphitheater. Light snacks will be on hand. DATE: Saturday, June…
Guided Hike: Haley Brook & Waterfall
Guided Hike: Haley Brook & Waterfall
This gentle, 2-mile hike in collaboration with Williamstown Rural Lands and HooRWA is one in a series exploring the tributaries of the Hoosic River. Visit the headwaters of Haley Brook on the WRL Loop Trail and get a good look…
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…
Fields & Forests: What do bees need?
Fields & Forests: What do bees need?
Kick-off Pollinator Week with Great Falls Discovery Center! Make your own native bee habitat by “painting” with yarn, fleece, pre-felt shapes, and soapy water. Will your bees live in a tree trunk or holes in the ground? Will they build…
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Scenic Summit Tours of Mt. Greylock
Join a short and easy walk at Mt. Greylock State Reservation and be guided along paths by a park interpreter to explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Massachusetts. All ages. Wheelchair accessible. Meet at…