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  • Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock

    Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

    For ages 8—12. Free. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and cultural resources of the region. Seven weekly program sessions led by DCR…

  • Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock

    Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

    For ages 8—12. Free. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and cultural resources of the region. Seven weekly program sessions led by DCR…

  • Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock

    Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

    For ages 8—12. Free. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and cultural resources of the region. Seven weekly program sessions led by DCR…

  • Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock

    Junior Ranger Program at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

    For ages 8—12. Free. Junior Rangers is a fun way for children to get acquainted with the state parks and learn outdoor recreation skills. Discover the natural and cultural resources of the region. Seven weekly program sessions led by DCR…

  • Art Naturally: Leaf Printing

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

    Discover nature and history through story, poetry, and art in a series of free art programs. Using words and images, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by this place to take home. Capture the fall foliage season…

  • STEAM Challenge Night

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA

    On October 22, Flying Cloud Institute along with the Berkshire STEM Pipeline and Hancock Shaker Village, will be hosting a night of hands-on science and arts exploration for students in grades K-8! The event coincides with Massachusetts’ 7th Annual STEM…

  • Pittsfield Fall Foliage Community Bike Ride

    Ashuwillticook Rail Trail (Crane Ave Parking) 850 Crane Ave, Pittsfield, MA

    The City of Pittsfield’s Department of Community Development Recreation Program, in partnership with the Berkshire Pike Path Council, announces a Community Bike Ride on Saturday, November 2 on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail. Participants are asked to arrive by 10:45 a.m.…

  • “Night Owl Night” Self-Guided StoryWalk

    Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MA

    The StoryWalk® book Night Owl Night by Susan Edwards Richmond will be on display at Housatonic Flats in Great Barrington. Join this self-guided adventure! Learn about capture-and-release research through this mother-daughter story about owl conservation. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This book is offered in…

  • Family Gratitude Hike

    Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

    Join Taylor of BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes for a morning of exploration and gratitude along the Meadow Trail at Thomas & Palmer Brook. This event will include an interactive gratitude walk as we share our thankfulness for these lands in…

  • Family Christmas Bird Count

    Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary 127 Combs Rd, Easthampton, MA

    Join Mass Audubon and the Hampshire Bird Club for the Family Christmas Bird Count at Arcadia. This free event offers a unique opportunity to engage in games and activities focused on local bird species while participating in a time-honored tradition…

  • Yule Log Celebration at Dyken Pond Center

    Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NY

    Celebrate the ancient tradition of the Yule Log. Hear the story of the Yule Log and why the days are getting shorter and the nights longer at this time of year. Search for a hidden Yule Log, which will be…

  • Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Families

    The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MA

    Sponsored by Hampshire Bird Club All Ages Welcome Free - Registration Appreciated Do you want to learn more about birds? Would you like to contribute to science? Join birdwatchers all over America in the Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! The CBC…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour  Fridays, 12/20: Deer; 12/27: Ducks, 10:30—11:30 a.m. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied by…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour  Fridays, 12/20: Deer; 12/27: Ducks, 10:30—11:30 a.m. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied by…

  • Winter Warm Up Family Hike

    Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MA

    Join Taylor of BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes for a seasonal walk to celebrate winter’s magic at Housatonic Flats! On this family-friendly hike, savor the crisp, refreshing air, marvel at the quiet beauty of the landscape, and appreciate the simple…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

    Kidleidoscope Story Hour Fridays, 1/17: Rabbits; 1/24: Winter Insects; 1/31: Groundhogs, 10:30—11:30 a.m. Learn more about your wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages…

  • Winter Wonderland Activity Day

    Winter Wonderland Activity Day
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    For all ages. Join us for a fun-packed time of winter activities. Winter crafts, scavenger hunts, board games, and sledding if snow permits. Designed as self-guided activities but also led by a Park Interpreter. Bring your own sled if you…