• Family Self-Guided Storywalk/Caminata Familiar Autoguiada

    Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MA

    We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom Enjoy the 1.4-mile trail, flowing river, and learn about the importance of protecting water! A beautifully illustrated, lyrical exploration of the values, connections, and wisdom of Indigenous people as it relates to water…

  • Kickoff Paddle Pittsfield to Lenox – Celebrate our Watershed with HVA

    Fred Garner Park Pomeroy Ave., Pittsfield, MA

    Join the Housatonic Valley Association to paddle from Pittsfield to Lenox on the beautiful Housatonic River to kick-off the 2024 Celebrate Our Watershed Event. The group will meet at 10:30 am at Fred Garner Park in Pittsfield, MA, at which…

  • Advocacy Hour: Protecting our Night Skies

    Online

    In the natural environment, we take the day-night cycle for granted. But human activities have altered our reality. Increasingly, the deep dark of night is muddied by artificial illumination. Yes, our 24/7 society requires a certain amount of light at…

  • Southern Berkshire Energy Efficiency Forum

    Berkshire South Regional Community Center 15 Crissey Rd., Great Barrington, MA

    Join Berkshire Regional Planning Commission for a dynamic panel discussion with experts to guide you through cost-saving measures for your home and vehicles. Learn practical tips and sustainable strategies to make your lifestyle more energy-efficient. Participants will have the opportunity…

  • Resilient Landscapes for a Changing Climate

    Online

    The Mass Pollinator Network is delighted to welcome Trevor Smith, Design and Education Manager at Weston Nurseries. Trevor will take you past the scary numbers and the heartbreaking photographs and break out what sorts of things you can actually do about…

  • Field & Forest Tai Chi: Spring Wildflowers

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

    Join Williamstown Rural Lands and certified Tai Chi instructor Mary Hannah Parkman to learn the art of mindful movement through Tai Chi. Mary Hannah will guide participants in slow-paced movements that encourage mindfulness and thereby deepen capacity for connection with…

  • Ensuring Everyone Can Enjoy the Outdoors in New England’s Sustainable Future

    Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) - CSI 121 375 Church St., North Adams, MA

    Rachel Hailey, Founder and Transformationalist, DEI Outdoors This event is part of MCLA's Green Living Seminar series Spring 2024 "Greening New England" Event recordings will be available after the talk on MCLA ENVI Youtube Presentations will be broadcast on Northern Berkshire…

  • LEARN! An Evening with Timberdoodles

    Online

    Join this BNRC-hosted online event with Kayleigh Filkins to learn about Timberdoodle ecology and fun facts as well as a scientific roundup from the eastern woodcock migration research cooperative. Kayleigh Filkins is a graduate student at SUNY Brockport doing her master’s…

  • Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    New birds arrive daily and anything is possible during migration. Green spaces fill with birds sporting their nuptial plumages, belting songs from the treetops--urging us to take a look. Join GBLC and Ben Nickley, President and Executive Director of Berkshire…

  • NestWatch Training

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

    NestWatch is a nationwide nest monitoring program led by Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology and supported by community members like yourself. Participating is fun, and anyone can do it – even young ones! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to…

  • Gardening in Changing Times Workshop

    Frontier Regional High School 113 North Main Street, South Deerfield, MA

    Featuring 8 class choices, with refreshments, soil testing, gardening book swap. Doors open at 8am for registration and refreshments. See flyer for details and topic choices. Cost $40, register online DATE: Saturday, April 13 TIME: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM…

  • 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…

  • April Vacation Wilderness Skills Program

    ages 7+ Children can experience the awakening of spring while spending lots of time outdoors. They'll learn and practice wilderness living skills. $414 for the 4 days. Visit https://earthworkprograms.com/product/wilderness-survival-vacation-program/ or call 413-340-1161 DATES: Tuesday, April 16 - Friday, April 19 TIME:…

  • Bringing Nature Home: Native Plants & Pollinators

    Berkshire Athenaeum 1 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MA

    Join BEAT for an enlightening evening dedicated to exploring ways to promote sustainable biodiversity through intentional gardening and the cultivation of native plants that support native pollinators and wildlife. This free and open-to-the-public event will be held on Wednesday, April…

  • Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    New birds arrive daily and anything is possible during migration. Green spaces fill with birds sporting their nuptial plumages, belting songs from the treetops--urging us to take a look. Join GBLC and Ben Nickley, President and Executive Director of Berkshire…

  • One-Day Track & Sign Certification

    Albany Pine Bush Albany, NY, United States

    Daniel Hansche of Spur Wander and Tracker Certification North America, offers this special opportunity to expand participant’s knowledge and experience in wildlife tracking with the possibility of earning an internationally recognized Track & Sign 1 Certificate through Cybertracker Conservation. We'll…