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  • HooRWA Annual Meeting and “What Does it Mean to Love a Forest?” Talk

    Williams College - Wege Auditorium Williamstown, MA

    Join Hoosic River Watershed Association for HooRWA’s Annual Meeting followed by a talk by author Ethan Tapper. This event will take place in the Williams College Wege Auditorium and is sponsored by Williams College Environmental Studies Program & the Zilkha…

  • Understanding Forest Carbon and Climate Adaptation with Dr. Alexandra Kosiba

    Online

    Forest ecologist, tree physiologist, and assistant professor of forestry at University of Vermont Extension Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Kosiba will present on the forest carbon cycle, northeastern forests’ role in mitigating the impacts of climate change, and how decision makers can…

  • Preserving Ash for the Future

    Online

    It’s not too late to preserve ash! As the Emerald Ash Borer makes its way into our forests, we have an opportunity to mitigate the loss of ash trees and help preserve ash trees for the future. Join us to…

  • Climate Change, Tree Migration, and the Future of Northeastern Forests

    Online

    Join Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for a special lecture by Dr. Angelica Patterson, a plant ecophysiologist and science communicator from Mount Holyoke College. She will explore how climate-induced shifts in the tree species that make up northeastern forests may…

  • Arbor Day Forest Health Walk

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

    ARBOR DAY FOREST HEALTH WALK For ages 8 and up. Celebrate Arbor Day by exploring how to identify trees emerging from their winter slumber and learning all about tree health with DCR Forest Health Director Nicole Keleher. This workshop includes…

  • Land Protection & Estate Planning Workshop

    The Stationery Factory 63 Flansburg Avenue, Dalton, MA

    Are you a landowner looking for ways to preserve your property now and forever? Join us for an informative and engaging evening with an expert panel that will guide you through the tools and strategies available to conserve your land…

  • Collaborative Forestry in the Village: Meet a Forester Woods Walk

    Williamsburg, MA

    “Forest resilience” is a big buzzword right now, especially in the face of climate change. But what does a resilient forest – or farm or field – really look like? Join Hilltown Land Trust in this series to connect with…

  • How Do Forests Grow? (Up, Down, & Sideways!) Webinar

    Online

    The Woodlands Partnership of Northwest Massachusetts will host a free Zoom webinar titled "How Do Forests Grow? (Up, Down & Sideways!)" on Thursday, June 12, from noon to 1 p.m. This event marks the first in a series of educational…

  • Time Traveling with Trees

    Chesterwood 4 Williamsville Rd, Stockbridge, MA, United States

    Have you ever wondered what stories trees could tell if they could talk or how trees grow and change over their lifetime? What can trees can tell us about a place's history and the ecological roles of different species? At…

  • An Evening with Brian Donahue

    Williams College Bookstore 81 Spring Street, Williamstown, MA, United States

    A radical proposal for healing the relationship between humans and forests through responsible, sustainable use of local and regional wood in home building American homes are typically made of lumber and plywood delivered by a global system of ruthless extraction,…

  • Slow Wood: Having Our Forest and Cutting it, Too with Brian Donahue

    Old Town Hall 9 Main St, West Stockbridge, MA, United States

    The West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents Slow Wood: Having Our Forest and Cutting it, Too with Brian Donahue Professor Brian Donahue presents a radical approach to healing the relationship between humans and forests through responsible, sustainable use of our local Berkshire…

  • Chainsaw Skills Workshop for Beginners

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

    Led by expert arborists Melissa LeVangie Ingersoll and Bear LeVangie, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to use a chainsaw safely and effectively on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This workshop is perfect for beginners or those with…

  • Chainsaw Skills Workshop Level 2

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

    If you’ve already taken a chainsaw safety course and are comfortable with the basics, this workshop is designed to help you build confidence and take your skills to the next level. Ideal for the part-time chainsaw operator, this hands-on course…

  • Tree Planting Best Practices in the Northeast

    Online

    In the webinar, Dr. Tony D'Amato and Dr. Peter Clark from the University of Vermont will describe a new tree planting guide developed for foresters and natural resources professionals working in the Northeast titled, "Reforestation Guide: Tree Planting to Enrich,…