Berkshire Natural Resources Council
Mindful Photography in Nature at Basin Pond
Basin Pond Lee, MAJoin mindfulness-in-nature facilitator Sandrine Harris and Thad Kubis, photographer and photography teacher, for an immersive experience in the natural environment at BNRC’s Basin Pond (Lee, MA). This guided mindful photography journey aims to change the way you see and how…
Family Butterfly Hike & Seek
Wild Acres S Mountain Rd., Pittsfield, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and Berkshire Family Hikes for a Butterfly Hike & Seek around Wild Acres in Pittsfield. Search for butterflies, both real and artificial, and learn a bit about these winged friends along the way. Dress…
Ashmere Island Paddle
Ashmere Lake Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) for a relaxing paddle and picnic at the pristine Lake Ashmere in Hinsdale! Bring your own canoe, kayak, or paddle board and a picnic lunch. We'll put in at the boat launch ramp (see…
Amazing Autumn Outings with BNRC Online Program
OnlineMake the most of the Berkshires this autumn! Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) staff and other enthusiasts to discuss trails and reserves you can visit during the 2023 harvest and foliage season. They'll mention a few can't-miss longtime beloved…
Family Fall Discovery Hike on The Old Mill Trail
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MAWhat trees turn red? How about yellow or orange? Autumn is the perfect time for an inquisitive walk through the woods. Join Berkshire Family Hikes for a morning of exploration along the Old Mill Trail in Dalton. The trail is…
Housatonic Heritage: A Walk Into the Past at Steepletop (BNRC)
Steepletop Reserve 648 New Marlborough-Monterey Rd., New Marlborough, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) for one of the last Housatonic Heritage Walks of 2023! At 1,230 acres, Steepletop Reserve is the Berkshire Natural Resources Council’s largest reserve, containing five miles of marked and maintained trails, all on easy grades.…
Autumn Appreciation Hike (BNRC)
Bob's Way Rt. 23, Otis, MAEnjoy the crisp air and beautiful colors of peak fall foliage at Bob’s Way with Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC). You'll enjoy a special fall treat by the beaver pond as you appreciate the spectacular view of the colors reflecting…
LEARN! Autumn Hawk Migration
OnlineJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and local naturalist Ed Neumuth as he shares why autumn hawk migration happens, who is migrating, and some tips on when and where to look. DATE: Thursday, October 26 TIME: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM…
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
OnlineJoin 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…
Family Gratitude Hike
Thomas and Palmer Brook Great Barrington, MassachusettsJoin 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…
Olivia’s Overlook Winter Hike (for Spanish speakers & those interested in Spanish immersion)
Olivia's Overlook Lenox-Richmond Mountain Rd., Lenox, MAThis hike is specifically offered to Spanish speakers and those interested in Spanish immersion. The hike is mostly flat terrain with slight elevation gain especially at the end of the hike through the Charcoal Trail. The total hike is less…
Clam River Hike (BNRC)
Clam River Sandisfield, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) in hiking the 2.5-mile Wolf Pine Trail at BNRC's Clam River reserve. You’ll wind through cathedral pines and get great views of the Clam River as the sun sets on the shortest day of…
Winter Tree Identification
The Boulders Dalton, MAEnjoy a hike at The Boulders while you get to know trees up close and personal. We will learn techniques to help identify trees in the winter and discuss the natural history of some of our more common species of…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk/Paseo de los cuentos autoguiado
Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MAWalk 1 mile and learn about different animal tracks! Animals are all around us. While we may not often see them, we can see signs that they have been there. Some signs might be simple footprints in snow or mud…
Behind the Scenes: Trail Work at BNRC
OnlineIn this free BNRC-hosted online event Tyler Fogg, Assistant Director of Stewardship, will share a summary of BNRC's 2023 trail crew season, with a slideshow and details of how projects are identified, prioritized, planned, and executed over the 60+ mile…
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…
Caminata hacia el Estanque de la Cuenca
Basin Pond Lee, MAEsta caminata se ofrece específicamente a hispanohablantes y a aquellos interesados en la inmersión en español. Esta caminata se ofrece específicamente a hispanohablantes y a aquellos interesados en la inmersión en español. Este recorrido lleva a los senderistas por un…
LEARN! All About Beavers
OnlineJoin this BNRC-hosted online event with MassWildlife Biologist Nathan Buckhout to learn about the life history of beavers in Massachusetts and their past and current statuses. Nathan will touch on human-beaver conflict and some of the laws surrounding beaver management…
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.…
Early Bird Spotting for Families
Thomas and Palmer Brook Great Barrington, MassachusettsJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council and Berkshire Family Hikes in searching for returning birds and other signs of the coming spring! Some binoculars will be provided and if there is enough snow, there will also be snowshoes available for adults and…