The Boulders
Hike with the Library and BNRC
The Boulders Dalton, MAJoin the Berkshire Athenaeum and BNRC for a nature hike at The Boulders and check out the Athenaeum’s new additions to their hiking backpacks from their Library of Things! Meet at The Boulders Trailhead on Dalton Avenue across from Berkshire Crossing.…
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals
The Boulders Dalton, MALearn how to use the iNaturalist app on your phone and practice on the variety of spring ephemerals found at The Boulders reserve, all while participating in a global bioblitz! Come away from this program as a community scientist ready…
Vernal Pool Exploration
The Boulders Dalton, MAVernal pools are unique and vital breeding grounds for amphibians and a host of other fascinating creatures. They also play a critical role in supporting the larger food web. Join BNRC's Earth Day exploration (and celebration!) of a vernal pool,…
Caminata en el Sendero de The Boulders
The Boulders Dalton, MAEsta caminata se ofrece específicamente a hispanohablantes y a aquellos interesados en la inmersión en español. Las 645 hectáreas de The Boulders ofrecen más de seis millas de senderos, además de los espectaculares peñascos que dan nombre a la zona…
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…
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…
Vernal Pool Hike at The Boulders
The Boulders Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) on an early spring walk to learn about vernal pools and why it is important to protect these vital breeding grounds for amphibians and other fascinating creatures. DATE: Tuesday, April 11 TIME: 4:00 PM…
Full Moon Owl Prowl at The Boulders
The Boulders Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) at The Boulders for a full moon stroll through the woods looking for, listening to, and learning about these nocturnal birds. Note that while it is possible, there is no guarantee of seeing or…
Winter Tree Identification, The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MAEnjoy a hike on The Boulders Blue Trail while you get to know trees up close and personal. In this program, you will learn about techniques to help identify trees in the winter and discuss some of the adaptations that…
Mindful Family Nature Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC), in partnership with Berkshire Family Hikes and Berkshire Greenleaf & Wellness, for a mindful nature walk for families. This guided experience invites children to take some quiet time to walk & observe with all…
Family Butterfly Hike & Seek at The Boulders
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, July 23 • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Join Berkshire Family Hikes for a Butterfly Hike & Seek around the Boulders in Dalton. You’ll search for butterflies, both real and artificial, and learn a bit about these winged friends…
Family Self-Guided Story Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawk to dusk) In the Woods: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawn to dusk) at The…
Family Self-Guided Story Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawk to dusk) In the Woods: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawn to dusk) at The…
Family Self-Guided Story Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawk to dusk) In the Woods: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawn to dusk) at The…
Family Self-Guided Story Walk at The Boulders, Dalton
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawk to dusk) In the Woods: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, July 2 – Sunday, July 24 (dawn to dusk) at The…
Family Woodland Discovery Hike at The Boulders
The Boulders Dalton, MASaturday, March 12 @ 10:00 — 11:30 AM » Rain date: Sunday, March 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am Join Berkshire Family Hikes for a child-led stroll around The Boulders in Dalton. Interactive signs along the trail will connect…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk | Caminata Familiar Autoguiada
The Boulders Dalton, MAOwl Moon by Jane Yolen will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, February 12 – Sunday, February 27 (dawn to dusk) at The Boulders reserve in Pittsfield. As you walk enjoy a story about a father that…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk | Caminata Familiar Autoguiada
The Boulders Dalton, MAOwl Moon by Jane Yolen will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, February 12 – Sunday, February 27 (dawn to dusk) at The Boulders reserve in Pittsfield. As you walk enjoy a story about a father that…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk | Caminata Familiar Autoguiada
The Boulders Dalton, MAOwl Moon by Jane Yolen will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, February 12 – Sunday, February 27 (dawn to dusk) at The Boulders reserve in Pittsfield. As you walk enjoy a story about a father that…
Family Self-Guided StoryWalk | Caminata Familiar Autoguiada
The Boulders Dalton, MAOwl Moon by Jane Yolen will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, February 12 – Sunday, February 27 (dawn to dusk) at The Boulders reserve in Pittsfield. As you walk enjoy a story about a father that…