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SUMMARY:Berkshire Grown Great Barrington Winter Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, March 19 & April 16 @ 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM \nLocation: Housy Dome (aka Housatonic Community Center)\, 1064 Main Street\, Housatonic \nBerkshire Grown’s Winter Famers Markets will feature the abundance of locally grown and produced foods found in the Berkshires. The offerings of local producers range from winter squash\, greens\, and root crops\, to apples\, meats\, cheeses\, honey\, and maple syrup\, as well as baked goods\, jams\, ferments\, and cider at most markets. \nWith your safety in mind first\, we strongly encourage pre-ordering through What’s Good and pick-up “curbside” by the exit door. Shoppers using SNAP to pre-order must check in at the Market Manager’s table first to receive benefits. Berkshire Grown staff and volunteers will assist you with the curbside pick-up. \nAdmission to the Farmers Markets is free and SNAP/EBT is accepted at all markets. \nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/berkshire-grown-great-barrington-winter-farmers-market-2/2022-04-16/
LOCATION:Housy Dome\, 1064 Main Street\, Housatonic\, Massachusetts
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food
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SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Plunge — Training
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, April 16 & 23 @ 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM \nHilltown Land Trust is partnering with the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee to offer their annual Vernal Pool Plunge! This two-day\, in-person training event is open to anyone interested in learning about the ecology of and becoming advocates for vernal pools in Western Massachusetts\, including how to certify vernal pools. \nParticipants should commit to attending both sessions (04/16 and 04/23). This training is aimed at individuals and families (appropriate for anyone 13 and older) looking to understand these small wetlands that may be on their land or in their towns. \nAfter the two in-person field days\, participants will have the opportunity to attend weekly online sessions after April 23rd that delve into the technical side of vernal pool certification. These trainings will guide participants through the process of certifying vernal pools that are not yet certified through the state of Massachusetts. We will go over online resources such as using MassMapper and uploading vernal pool data to the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP) site. \nDay 1: We will be seated inside (masks required) for a 1-hour recorded presentation followed by a Q&A with local Naturalist Charley Eiseman. After a short break\, we will move outside to a guided tour by Charley of the vernal pools on the property. We will provide clipboards\, handouts\, and reference materials. Bring waterproof knee-high boots\, comfortable hiking clothing\, bug spray\, water\, snacks\, and any field notebooks you want to use. Be sure to check the weather ahead of time\, as this event will be held rain or shine! \nDay 2: Field day for participants to practice gathering the information required for vernal pool certification. Charley will be there to answer questions\, but attendees will be more independent on this day. Precise location and details will be given at the first day of the event on April 16th. We will provide clipboards\, handouts\, and reference materials. Bring waterproof knee-high boots\, comfortable hiking clothing\, bug spray\, water\, snacks\, and any field notebooks you want to use. Be sure to check the weather ahead of time\, as this event will be held rain or shine! \n  \nRegistration is required. Click here to sign up and learn more.  
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/vernal-pool-plunge-training/2022-04-16/
LOCATION:Multiple Locations Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Amphibians,Community Events,Networking,Trainings,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilltown Land Trust":MAILTO:hlt@thetrustees.org
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SUMMARY:Sky Dance of the American Woodcock
DESCRIPTION:When the sun sets in early spring\, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a “runway” for their beautiful aerial courtship display. Visit Mass Audubon’s meadows to listen and watch for the woodcock’s performance on their breeding grounds. Viewing the woodcock’s sky dance is a natural spectacle that should not be missed. \nRegistration is required to join this outing. It cost $7 for members and $10 for nonmembers. There are four different opportunities for you to view the woodcock’s sky dance: \nLime Kiln Wildlife Sanctuary in Sheffield\, MA\nWednesday\, March 16 @ 7  – 8 PM (Register here)\nFriday\, March 18 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nHousatonic Wildlife Management Area in Lenox\, MA\nWednesday\, March 23 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nCanoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield\nFriday\, March 25 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here)
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/sky-dance-of-the-american-woodcock-9/2022-03-25/
LOCATION:Multiple Locations Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Sky Dance of the American Woodcock
DESCRIPTION:When the sun sets in early spring\, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a “runway” for their beautiful aerial courtship display. Visit Mass Audubon’s meadows to listen and watch for the woodcock’s performance on their breeding grounds. Viewing the woodcock’s sky dance is a natural spectacle that should not be missed. \nRegistration is required to join this outing. It cost $7 for members and $10 for nonmembers. There are four different opportunities for you to view the woodcock’s sky dance: \nLime Kiln Wildlife Sanctuary in Sheffield\, MA\nWednesday\, March 16 @ 7  – 8 PM (Register here)\nFriday\, March 18 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nHousatonic Wildlife Management Area in Lenox\, MA\nWednesday\, March 23 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nCanoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield\nFriday\, March 25 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here)
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/sky-dance-of-the-american-woodcock-9/2022-03-23/
LOCATION:Multiple Locations Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Grown Great Barrington Winter Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, March 19 & April 16 @ 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM \nLocation: Housy Dome (aka Housatonic Community Center)\, 1064 Main Street\, Housatonic \nBerkshire Grown’s Winter Famers Markets will feature the abundance of locally grown and produced foods found in the Berkshires. The offerings of local producers range from winter squash\, greens\, and root crops\, to apples\, meats\, cheeses\, honey\, and maple syrup\, as well as baked goods\, jams\, ferments\, and cider at most markets. \nWith your safety in mind first\, we strongly encourage pre-ordering through What’s Good and pick-up “curbside” by the exit door. Shoppers using SNAP to pre-order must check in at the Market Manager’s table first to receive benefits. Berkshire Grown staff and volunteers will assist you with the curbside pick-up. \nAdmission to the Farmers Markets is free and SNAP/EBT is accepted at all markets. \nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/berkshire-grown-great-barrington-winter-farmers-market-2/2022-03-19/
LOCATION:Housy Dome\, 1064 Main Street\, Housatonic\, Massachusetts
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food
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SUMMARY:Sky Dance of the American Woodcock
DESCRIPTION:When the sun sets in early spring\, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a “runway” for their beautiful aerial courtship display. Visit Mass Audubon’s meadows to listen and watch for the woodcock’s performance on their breeding grounds. Viewing the woodcock’s sky dance is a natural spectacle that should not be missed. \nRegistration is required to join this outing. It cost $7 for members and $10 for nonmembers. There are four different opportunities for you to view the woodcock’s sky dance: \nLime Kiln Wildlife Sanctuary in Sheffield\, MA\nWednesday\, March 16 @ 7  – 8 PM (Register here)\nFriday\, March 18 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nHousatonic Wildlife Management Area in Lenox\, MA\nWednesday\, March 23 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nCanoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield\nFriday\, March 25 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here)
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/sky-dance-of-the-american-woodcock-9/2022-03-18/
LOCATION:Multiple Locations Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Sky Dance of the American Woodcock
DESCRIPTION:When the sun sets in early spring\, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a “runway” for their beautiful aerial courtship display. Visit Mass Audubon’s meadows to listen and watch for the woodcock’s performance on their breeding grounds. Viewing the woodcock’s sky dance is a natural spectacle that should not be missed. \nRegistration is required to join this outing. It cost $7 for members and $10 for nonmembers. There are four different opportunities for you to view the woodcock’s sky dance: \nLime Kiln Wildlife Sanctuary in Sheffield\, MA\nWednesday\, March 16 @ 7  – 8 PM (Register here)\nFriday\, March 18 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nHousatonic Wildlife Management Area in Lenox\, MA\nWednesday\, March 23 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here) \nCanoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield\nFriday\, March 25 @ 7 – 8 PM (Register here)
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/sky-dance-of-the-american-woodcock-9/2022-03-16/
LOCATION:Multiple Locations Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Presentations with Athol Bird & Nature Club President Dave Small
DESCRIPTION:Join Athol Bird and Nature Club for this series of presentations on our local wildlife and tips on attracting them to our yards. ABNC president Dave Small will be speaking for this series at the Athol Public Library located at 584 Main Street in Athol\, MA. \n– Tuesday\, February 15 @ 6:30 PM – Birds in Winter\n– Tuesday\, March 15 @ 6:30 PM – Living with Nature\n– Tuesday\, April 19 @ 6:30 PM – Attracting Native Pollinators\n– Thursday\, May 12 @ 6:30 PM – Local Butterflies and Planting to Attract Them\n– Tuesday\, June 21 @ 6:30 PM – Introduction to Dragonflies \nRegistration is required for these free programs. REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/presentations-with-athol-bird-nature-club-president-dave-small/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Athol Public Library
CATEGORIES:Birding,Butterflies,Clubs,Community Events,Entomology,Gardening,Insects,Native Plants,Pollinators,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Athol Bird & Nature Club":MAILTO:Dave@atholbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T211552Z
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SUMMARY:Presentations with Athol Bird & Nature Club President Dave Small
DESCRIPTION:Join Athol Bird and Nature Club for this series of presentations on our local wildlife and tips on attracting them to our yards. ABNC president Dave Small will be speaking for this series at the Athol Public Library located at 584 Main Street in Athol\, MA. \n– Tuesday\, February 15 @ 6:30 PM – Birds in Winter\n– Tuesday\, March 15 @ 6:30 PM – Living with Nature\n– Tuesday\, April 19 @ 6:30 PM – Attracting Native Pollinators\n– Thursday\, May 12 @ 6:30 PM – Local Butterflies and Planting to Attract Them\n– Tuesday\, June 21 @ 6:30 PM – Introduction to Dragonflies \nRegistration is required for these free programs. REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/presentations-with-athol-bird-nature-club-president-dave-small/2022-02-15/
LOCATION:Athol Public Library
CATEGORIES:Birding,Butterflies,Clubs,Community Events,Entomology,Gardening,Insects,Native Plants,Pollinators,Talks
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