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SUMMARY:Volunteer to Plant Trees at Pleasant Valley!
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Audubon for a hands-on volunteer project at Pleasant Valley as we work together to restore and improve wildlife habitat through native tree and shrub planting in key areas of our campus. Volunteers will help support biodiversity\, improve ecosystem health\, and create important habitat for birds\, pollinators\, and other wildlife. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to spend time outdoors\, make a meaningful impact on the landscape\, and connect with others who care about conservation and the natural world. No prior experience is necessary. All are welcome! \nPlease come prepared for outdoor work with sturdy shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing\, water\, and gloves if you have them. \nTo learn more and register\, visit this link: https://volunteer.massaudubon.org/need/detail/?need_id=1263005 \nDATE: Tuesday\, May 19\nTIME: 9:00am – 12:00pm\nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/volunteer-to-plant-trees-at-pleasant-valley/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forestry,Gardening,Native Plants,Outdoor Activity,plants,Trees
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SUMMARY:10 x 10 Festival: Winter Tree Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how to tell trees apart during winter? Join BEAT for a free winter tree identification walk at Pittsfield’s Springside Park and Hebert Arboretum. \nWhile identifying trees without leaves may seem daunting\, winter is actually an excellent time to learn. Without foliage\, flowers\, or fruit\, participants will discover how to recognize trees and shrubs year-round by closely examining often-overlooked features such as buds\, twigs\, bark\, and overall tree structure. Guided by BEAT naturalist and tree enthusiast Chelsey Simmons\, this walk will focus on common trees found in the New England landscape. \nThe walk will be stop-and-go and will take place entirely outdoors. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress in layers. No prior experience or knowledge is required\, and all are welcome; however\, participation is limited to 10 people. \nRSVP is required to reserve your spot and receive meeting location details. Email chelsey@thebeatnews.org to register. \nDATE: Saturday\, February 14 (Rain Date: Sunday\, February 15) \nTIME: 10:00 AM to Noon \nLOCATION: Springside Park\, 874 North St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201 \nThis walk is part of the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival\, a winter arts festival located in Pittsfield’s Upstreet Cultural District in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts\, organized by the City of Pittsfield and Barrington Stage Company.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/10-x-10-winter-tree-id-2026/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,BEAT Events,Community Events,Native Plants,Natural History,Outdoor Activity,Skills,Trees,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T190000
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SUMMARY:Why We Need Oaks\, and How to Save Them with Doug Tallamy
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cary Institute for Ecosystem Services for a book talk on The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees\, presented by ecologist and New York Times bestselling author Doug Tallamy. \nUsing the months of the year as a backdrop\, Tallamy showcases the myriad of life that depends on oaks\, from caterpillars and other insects —  and the birds that feed on them — to a cast of acorn-eaters. He also details the many ecosystem services that oaks provide. These long-lived trees are champions at storing carbon\, and their enormous root systems help stabilize soils and buffer floods. \nOaks are in decline due to the combined stress of climate change\, drought\, and pests and pathogens. Tallamy writes\, “We cannot casually accept the loss of oaks without also accepting the loss of thousands of other plants and animals that depend on them.” Optimistically\, he shares how restoring oak populations is possible and that there is no shortage of places to plant them\, if we work together. \nThe event is free and open to all; registration is required. Attend in person at our Lovejoy Auditorium in Millbrook\, NY\, or watch a live stream online. For in-person guests\, there will be a book signing after the talk. Merritt Bookstore will offer copies of The Nature of Oaks for sale in the lobby. \nCary’s public lectures are made possible\, in part\, by support from Harney & Sons Fine Teas. Additional sponsors for this lecture include Millbrook Garden Club\, Ulster Garden Club\, City Garden Clubs of New York\, Rye Garden Club\, Fort Orange Garden Club\, Southampton Garden Club\, and West Hampton Garden Club. \nRegister Here \nDATE: Thursday\, January 15 \nTIME: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nLOCATION: Online\, or in-person at Cary Institute for Ecosystem Services\, 2801 Sharon Turnpike (Rte. 44)\, Millbrook\, NY
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/why-we-need-oaks-and-how-to-save-them-with-doug-tallamy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Botany,Climate Change,Trees
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SUMMARY:Second Tuesdays: Learn About Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn about pruning and tree care from Certified Arborist Bob Presutti at Pittsfield Springside Park\, every second Tuesday of the month from May through September. \nYou’ll meet at the Springside House parking lot\, located at: Springside Park\, 874 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201. \nBring gloves and safety glasses.  \nCall Diane Monterosso at (413) 499-9345 for more information.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-tuesdays-learn-about-tree-care/2022-10-11/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Trees
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SUMMARY:Second Tuesdays: Learn About Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn about pruning and tree care from Certified Arborist Bob Presutti at Pittsfield Springside Park\, every second Tuesday of the month from May through September. \nYou’ll meet at the Springside House parking lot\, located at: Springside Park\, 874 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201. \nBring gloves and safety glasses.  \nCall Diane Monterosso at (413) 499-9345 for more information.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-tuesdays-learn-about-tree-care/2022-09-13/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Trees
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SUMMARY:Second Tuesdays: Learn About Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn about pruning and tree care from Certified Arborist Bob Presutti at Pittsfield Springside Park\, every second Tuesday of the month from May through September. \nYou’ll meet at the Springside House parking lot\, located at: Springside Park\, 874 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201. \nBring gloves and safety glasses.  \nCall Diane Monterosso at (413) 499-9345 for more information.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-tuesdays-learn-about-tree-care/2022-07-12/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Trees
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SUMMARY:Second Tuesdays: Learn About Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn about pruning and tree care from Certified Arborist Bob Presutti at Pittsfield Springside Park\, every second Tuesday of the month from May through September. \nYou’ll meet at the Springside House parking lot\, located at: Springside Park\, 874 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201. \nBring gloves and safety glasses.  \nCall Diane Monterosso at (413) 499-9345 for more information.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-tuesdays-learn-about-tree-care/2022-06-14/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Trees
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SUMMARY:Second Tuesdays: Learn About Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn about pruning and tree care from Certified Arborist Bob Presutti at Pittsfield Springside Park\, every second Tuesday of the month from May through September. \nYou’ll meet at the Springside House parking lot\, located at: Springside Park\, 874 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201. \nBring gloves and safety glasses.  \nCall Diane Monterosso at (413) 499-9345 for more information.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/second-tuesdays-learn-about-tree-care/2022-05-10/
LOCATION:Springside Park\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Trees
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SUMMARY:Forest Carbon and Multi-Use Forest Management — Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 16th @ noon and/or 7:00 p.m. \nThe influence of active forest management on forest carbon is little known for mature oak forests. This webinar will provide an overview of concepts related to forest carbon sequestration and storage in the context of multiple-use forestry. These are concepts that forest managers and woodland owners should consider when including carbon as an objective in management. Further\, as a specific example from southern New England\, three study areas each with six forest management practices were established in Connecticut in the early 1980s: uncut forest preserves\, silvicultural clearcutting\, shelterwood with final overstory removal\, multi-aged crop tree\, diameter limit\, and high-grading. This study found that active management practices can provide valuable forest products while maintaining or increasing carbon sequestration. Management also provides the opportunity to create climate resilient forests with enhanced wildlife habitat. Presented by Drs. Joseph Orefice (Yale University) and Jeffrey Ward (Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station). \nNote that webinars are live at noon and 7PM\, for an hour each\, but the meeting space is reserved from noon until 8PM. Your registration allows participation in either or both the noon and 7PM webinar\, and from any computer. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/forest-carbon-and-multi-use-forest-management-webinar/2022-02-16/2/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability,Trees,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T120000
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SUMMARY:Forest Carbon and Multi-Use Forest Management — Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 16th @ noon and/or 7:00 p.m. \nThe influence of active forest management on forest carbon is little known for mature oak forests. This webinar will provide an overview of concepts related to forest carbon sequestration and storage in the context of multiple-use forestry. These are concepts that forest managers and woodland owners should consider when including carbon as an objective in management. Further\, as a specific example from southern New England\, three study areas each with six forest management practices were established in Connecticut in the early 1980s: uncut forest preserves\, silvicultural clearcutting\, shelterwood with final overstory removal\, multi-aged crop tree\, diameter limit\, and high-grading. This study found that active management practices can provide valuable forest products while maintaining or increasing carbon sequestration. Management also provides the opportunity to create climate resilient forests with enhanced wildlife habitat. Presented by Drs. Joseph Orefice (Yale University) and Jeffrey Ward (Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station). \nNote that webinars are live at noon and 7PM\, for an hour each\, but the meeting space is reserved from noon until 8PM. Your registration allows participation in either or both the noon and 7PM webinar\, and from any computer. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/forest-carbon-and-multi-use-forest-management-webinar/2022-02-16/1/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability,Trees,Webinars
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