BEAT will lead a free tree identification walk at the Betty Maitland Memorial Forest, a Franklin Land Trust property located in Heath along Route 8A, on Sunday, June 8, at 10:00 AM. This informative and engaging event will last approximately 2 hours and will involve slow-paced stops along the way. Participants will be outdoors for the duration of the walk, so appropriate attire for the day’s weather is recommended.

On this guided walk, participants will learn key characteristics of trees commonly encountered in Western Massachusetts. Led by a Berkshire naturalist and tree enthusiast, the walk will include tips and tricks for recognizing tree species throughout the year, regardless of whether leaves are present.

This event is organized in collaboration with the Heath Public Library and the Franklin Land Trust, is free and open to the public. However, space is limited, so those interested in attending are encouraged to reserve their spot by emailing chelsey@thebeatnews.org as soon as possible.

DATE: Sunday, June 8 (Rain Date: Sunday, June 22)

TIME: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

LOCATION: Betty Maitland Memorial Forest, Heath, MA

• Access: Trailhead and parking on west side of Rte 8A, one-quarter mile north of Long Hill Rd, in Heath, MA.
• Narrative Address: West side Route 8A, directly opposite colonial house and barn at 262 Route 8A Heath, MA and ¼ mile north of Long Hill Road
• Please Note: Parking is limited and there are no rest rooms at the site. The Jacobs Road Municipal Center will be open beginning at 9:30, so feel free to arrive earlier at the library to use the facilities and organize carpooling to reduce number of vehicles at the site of the hike.

For more information or to register, contact chelsey@thebeatnews.org.

This tree walk is part of a grant awarded by the Woodlands Partnership of Northwest Massachusetts to Berkshire Environmental Action Team.