• Storywalk®: Call Me Tree, Llámame Árbol

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

    STORYWALK®: CALL ME TREE, LLÁMAME ÁRBOL Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Come to the Great Falls Discovery Center for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture book Call Me Tree, Llámame Árbol by Maya Christina Gonzalez for…

  • Qi Gong Walk with Jala at Mount Greylock

    Mountain Mindfulness Program Series
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    For all ages. Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese practice that incorporates movement, breath and meditation to promote relaxation, health and vitality. No experience is necessary. Guided program. Mindful Walk starts at 10:00 a.m. and Qi Gong starts at 11:00…

  • Dam Busters 101: Construction

    Online

    Mass Rivers Alliance, along with the Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration, and the Charles River Watershed Association, is pleased to present a series of monthly, lunchtime webinars on a variety of dam removal topics. Each free one-hour webinar will feature:…

  • Discover Greylock Hikes

    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    Ages 12 and older. Guided hike to exciting, hidden features of Mount Greylock. Be prepared for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, snack, bug spray and sunscreen. Duration up to 3 hours. Rain cancels. Call for details. DATE: Friday,…

  • 2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks

    Multiple Locations

    Explore with knowledgeable & local historians, naturalists, and environmentalists at sites within the Housatonic River Valley: tours of historic buildings and town centers, hikes on the Appalachian Trail and other trails, walks through industrial heritage sites, a canoe paddling trip…

  • Beginner Naturalist Walk at Wild Acres (Housatonic Heritage Walk)

    Wild Acres S Mountain Rd., Pittsfield, MA

    Join Chelsey Simmons of Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) for a leisurely guided naturalist walk in Wild Acres Park, a Pittsfield Conservation Area that contains an expansive wetland and forested walking trails. Chelsey will lead participants to observe some of…

  • Asters and Goldenrods at Berkshire Botanical Garden

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

    The many kinds of goldenrods and asters are a visually striking and ubiquitous feature of our late summer and fall landscapes. However, since many of them look much alike, they can be a challenge to identify. This class, led by Ted…

  • Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock

    Scenic Summit Tours at Mount Greylock
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    All ages. Short guided walk along easy paths. Explore the highest point in Massachusetts, its cultural landscape and unique ecology. Wheelchair accessible. 20—30 min. duration. Meet at the summit relief map. Parking fee may apply. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 1:00 PM…

  • Housatonic Wild and Scenic River Celebration

    Housatonic Meadows State Park 90 US-7, Sharon, CT

    Join the Housatonic River Commission, HVA, and partners for a picnic to celebrate the recent designation of the Housatonic as a Partnership Wild and Scenic River! Gather at Housatonic Meadows State Park on Saturday, September 7, from 1-4 p.m. to…

  • Mt. Greylock Photo Group Meet-Up

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

    All ages. For everyone who loves nature and the opportunity to photograph end enjoy our majestic mountain landscapes. Special guest slide show presentation! Duration 90-min. For details visit www.facebook.com/groups/427752957932877 DATE: Saturday, September 7 TIME: 2:30 PM LOCATION: Mount Greylock State…

  • 2024 Housatonic Heritage Walks

    Multiple Locations

    Explore with knowledgeable & local historians, naturalists, and environmentalists at sites within the Housatonic River Valley: tours of historic buildings and town centers, hikes on the Appalachian Trail and other trails, walks through industrial heritage sites, a canoe paddling trip…

  • Letterboxing/Geocaching 101

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

    All ages. Discover this treasure-hunting hobby. Guided hike to learn how to use clues and a GPS device, navigate trails and find "treasures boxes". Bring your own GPS device; supplies are limited. Dress for variable weather. Bring bug spray, water,…

  • Hoosic River Float & Gathering

    TOURISTS 915 State Rd, North Adams, MA, United States

    Join Hoosic River Revival for a fun afternoon of paddling, nature and good company on the river and at Tourists! The River Float runs from 1:30-5:30 pm from North Adams to Williamstown. The Post-Float Gathering at Tourists (915 State Rd,…

  • Birding at the Mount

    Birding at the Mount
    The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United States

    Explore Edith Wharton's original estate, including its woods, wetlands, and meadows. Learn skills to bird by sight and sound as we look for numerous bird species, including bobolinks, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers. Walks depart from the main parking lot. For…

  • Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond

    Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
    Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NY

    Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in June to explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week discover new ground…

  • Sound Bath Healing Ceremony at Mount Greylock

    Mountain Mindfulness Program Series
    Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

    For all ages and abilities. Sound therapy has been used for thousands of years to help promote relaxation, expansion, clearing, and healing. Guided group experience creates collaborative vibrational sound to heal body, mind, and heart, through use of singing bowls,…