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SUMMARY:Tree Identification & Forest Biodiversity Walk with BEAT
DESCRIPTION:Join BEAT’s Stewardship Director\, Chelsey Simmons\, for a free biodiversity tree identification walk on Esau’s Trail in Becket on Saturday\, September 12\, at 10 AM. \nLearn how to identify trees using leaves\, bark\, twigs\, fruit\, and overall form\, with tips for recognizing species year-round — even when leaves aren’t present. Along the way\, we’ll also discuss invasive species\, tree diseases\, and other factors affecting forest health and biodiversity. \nThe walk will cover approximately 1.5 miles over about 2 hours at a relaxed pace\, with frequent stops for observation and discussion. The trail is mostly flat and considered easy. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to be outdoors for the duration. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. REGISTER HERE. \nDATE: Saturday\, September 12 \nTIME: 10 A M to Noon \nLOCATION: Esau’s Heel Trail\, 3 Jacobs Ladder Rd\, Becket\, MA \nThis is collaborative walk with the Becket Athenaeum and partially funded by the Central Berkshire Fund of the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/tree-identification-forest-biodiversity-walk-with-beat/
LOCATION:Esau’s Heel Trail
CATEGORIES:BEAT Events,Biodiversity,Native Plants,Natural History,Skills,Trees,Walks
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Biodiversity Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:As global biodiversity faces unprecedented challenges\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) is bringing the community together to celebrate and explore the rich variety of life found in the Berkshires. \nThe 17th annual Berkshire Biodiversity Day\, also known as Berkshire BioBlitz\, invites nature lovers of all ages to join scientists\, naturalists\, and environmental educators in identifying as many species as possible—plants\, animals\, fungi\, and more—over the course of 24 hours. \nThe event will take place from noon on Saturday\, September 19\, to noon on Sunday\, September 20\, at Bartholomew’s Cobble\, a property of The Trustees located at 105 Weatogue Road in Sheffield\, MA. Participation is free and open to everyone\, regardless of age or experience. \nAttendees are invited to drop in at any point during the event to join scheduled guided walks\, attend hands-on demonstrations\, and learn from expert-led presentations. \nAll activities and presentations will be based at Bartholomew’s Cobble\, where attendees must register upon arrival. Participants may stop by anytime to take part in the scheduled guided walks\, live demonstrations of surveying techniques\, and educational presentations\, or contribute their own observations to the species survey across the Cobble’s diverse 357-acre landscape. \nA full schedule of guided walks and presentations will be available soon—stay tuned! \nBerkshire Biodiversity Day is organized by Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT). This year’s program is co-sponsored by The Trustees of Reservations and BEAT.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/berkshire-biodiversity-day-2026/
LOCATION:Bartholomew’s Cobble\, 105 Weatogue Rd\, Sheffield\, MA
CATEGORIES:BEAT Events,Biodiversity,Community Events,Natural History,Networking,Talks,Walks
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Environmental Action Team":MAILTO:team@thebeatnews.org
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