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  • Cabin Fever Story Time at Mount Greylock

    Cabin Fever Story Time at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    For all ages. Join Park Interpreter Mike by a warm fire for an entertaining hour of tall tales and remarkable legends from Mount Greylock’s past. Stop by, sit awhile, and enjoy some good old-time local lore! Hot cocoa provided. DATES:…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – When Will it be Spring?

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

    For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. 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. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…

  • Maple Tour & Tasting at Two Mamas Farm

    Two Mamas Farm 11 Porter Hill Road, Cummington, MA

    Join Two Mamas Farm, the Hilltown Land Trust, the J.S. Bryant School, and the High Five Books team for a very special family-friendly tour of queer-run Two Mamas Farm, where you’ll learn more about small-scale maple tapping and sugaring. The High Five Team will…

  • Qi Gong/Tai Chi

    Qi Gong/Tai Chi
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    For ages 12 and older. Experience the ancient Chinese meditative martial arts of Qi Gong/Tai Chi with guide Jeanne. Enhance overall optimal health and longevity. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable, appropriate winter clothing. Program held indoors, or outdoors in…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Frogs

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

    For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. 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. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…

  • Mindfulness Forest Walk

    Mindfulness Forest Walk
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    Free for all ages and skill levels. This walk with guide Suzy invites you into present moment awareness. Reduce stress and gain inspiration. Incorporate elements of meditation and mindful breathing. Dress appropriately for winter weather. Space is limited, pre-registration required…

  • Family Friendly Outdoor Activities

    Family Friendly Outdoor Activities
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    For all ages. Free. Come out and join the Mount Greylock State Reservation for an afternoon of winter activities, including snow tubing for the little ones (bring a soft-sided sled if you have one), a snowshoe demo by NeviTREK Handmade…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Salamanders

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

    For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. 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. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great…

  • Noticing Nature: Family Exploration

    Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MA

    Get ready for an enthralling April adventure as we take a Mini Marvels hike, an exploration into the fascinating realm of minibeasts! Join BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes to help uncover the hidden wonders of the insect world. Gain a deeper…

  • Wild Acres Fishing Derby

    Wild Acres S Mountain Rd., Pittsfield, MA

    xr:d:DAGBSR7v7nY:30,j:329187320798688263,t:24041115 The City of Pittsfield Conservation Commission has announced that they and Lyon Aviation will sponsor a FREE Fishing Derby for youth 14 and under Saturday, May 11 at the Wild Acres Conservation Area (rain or shine). Volunteer support will…

  • Westside Summer Block Party

    Westside Riverway Park 181 Dewey Ave., Pittsfield, MA

    Westside Legends annual summer block party DATE: Saturday, May 25 TIME: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM LOCATION: Riverway Park, 185 Dewey Ave, Pittsfield

  • Fantastic Fireflies Family Hike

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

    What’s all that flashing about? Bring the kids out to join BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes to learn the how and why of firefly’s light display and search for these amazing critters in the meadows and woods of Thomas &…

  • Firefly Night

    Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MA

    Enjoy the magic of the fireflies at Sheep Hill (671 Cold Spring Rd., Williamstown)! Join Williamstown Rural Lands and local naturalist Doug Lister for a fun filled evening of storytelling culminating in an evening walk around the meadow amongst the…

  • Up the Creek – StoryWalk at Margaret Lindley Park

    Margaret Lindley Park 1201 Cold Spring Rd., Williamstown, MA, United States

    Learn the importance of working together as you take your own journey along Hemlock Brook. The walk is approximately 0.3 miles out-and-back. The audience for this book, Up the Creek by Nicholas Oldland, are 3 - 7 year olds, but…

  • 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…

  • Reptiles of the Berkshires with Tom Tyning

    Becket Athenaeum 3367 Main Street, Becket, MA

    Learn about reptiles from Tom Tyning of the Environmental Science Department at Berkshire Community College! He’ll share the fascinating natural history of Berkshire reptiles and bring along a few live examples to emphasize their particular behaviors and the pressing need…

  • 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…

  • BBG Family Fridays: Tom Tyning

    Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MA

    Join Berkshire Botanical Garden to inspire curiosity about the natural world and promote a deeper connection to our Berkshire landscape through workshops, demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the young and young at heart. On July 19, from 11 a.m. to…

  • 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…

  • Family Bike Program, Ashuwillticook Rail Trail

    Ashuwillticook Rail Trail Routes 7/8 Connector, Lanesborough

    Free and for all ages. Explore the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with a Park Interpreter and volunteers from the Berkshire Bike Path Council. Learn about bike safety, enjoy bike decorating, receive a FREE bike light and safety check from a local…