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SUMMARY:West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents: Frog Fables and Salamander Stories
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Lives of Berkshire Amphibians with Naturalist Tom Tyning \nNext up in the Berkshire Nature Talk Series: \nBack by popular demand: Tom Tyning: Frog Fables and Salamander Stories. Tom Tyning returns to offer an introduction to the incredible amphibians of Berkshire County\, highlighting their remarkable life history strategies\, amazing behaviors\, and incredible beauty. \nThis engaging evening will explore questions as yet unanswered—how did amphibians arrive in the Berkshires after the glaciers? Who came first? Why do some species ignore water altogether? How can certain frogs survive without lungs? With stunning photos of frogs and salamanders in their natural habitats\, and with a number of live specimens whose stories will be told\, Tyning will bring these remarkable creatures to life. \nTom Tyning brings over four decades of experience as a field biologist\, author\, professor\, and passionate naturalist. He currently teaches Environmental Science at Berkshire Community College and is widely recognized for his work on amphibians\, reptiles\, butterflies\, and habitat conservation across Massachusetts and beyond. \nFree for West Stockbridge Historical Society members; $10 suggested donation for nonmembers. Please register at weststockbridgehistory.org. \nDATE: Friday\, June 12\, 2026 \nTIME: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM \nLOCATION: Old Town Hall\, 9 Main St\, West Stockbridge\, MA 01266 \nCOST: $10 suggested donation for non-members \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/west-stockbridge-historical-society-presents-frog-fables-and-salamander-stories/
LOCATION:Old Town Hall\, 9 Main St\, West Stockbridge\, MA\, 01266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amphibians,BEAT Events,Natural History,Talks,Wetlands
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SUMMARY:A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide\, experience the cycle of the seasons at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox. Gain extensive natural history knowledge\, form a community with like-minded\, curious adults\, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors. \nThroughout the spring\, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds. \nWe will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks\, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots. \nAdult Program\n \nRegistration covers 3 classes starting April 18. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months \nDATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16\, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20\, 8:00pm – 10:00pm \nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Talks,Walks,Wildlife
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