• First Day Waterfall & Boreal Forest Snowshoe/Hike

    Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MA

    2025 FIRST DAY Waterfall & Boreal Forest Snowshoe/Hike at Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center Windsor, MA 10am-12:30pm Snowshoe (or hike) on the First Day of the New Year in the Boreal forests of Windsor at the Tamarack Hollow Nature and…

  • New Year’s Day Nature Walk at Greylock Glen

    Greylock Glen 135 Gould Road, Adams, MA, United States

    Wed. Jan. 1, Sessions from 10:00AM-3:00PM Bring in the New Year the healthy way with a family-friendly nature walk at Greylock Glen. This program will explore gentle, gravel-paved trails through meadows, forests, and wetlands at the foot of Mount Greylock,…

  • First Day Hike

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

    First Day Hike Start off the New Year on the right foot. A leisurely, staff-guided 3-mile stroll on the Canalside Rail Trail. Dress in layers and wear winter walking boots. For ages 8 and up. Dogs are welcome on leash.…

  • Discover Greylock Hike

    Discover Greylock Hike
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    Easy-paced, one to 3-mile guided hikes geared toward seniors, but open to all ages. Dress appropriately for winter weather. Trails may be snowy or icy. Hiking poles and traction devices (or snowshoes) recommended. Bring water and a snack. DATE: Fridays…

  • Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek

    Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek
    The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MA

    Owl Prowls with Dan Ziomek Have you been on an owl prowl? It is a very special treat in the heart of winter. Come seek out the Great-horned owl on a winter (hopefully snowy) night with expert birder Dan Ziomek.…

  • Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
    Berkshire Food Co-op 34 Bridge Street, Great Barrington, MA

    Ben leads a weekly bird walk right in the town of Great Barrington, in collaboration with The Great Barrington Land Conservancy. Learn to find, identify and more fully appreciate our winter resident birds on these community birds walks.  Bring binoculars if…

  • Family Friendly Winter Walk

    Family Friendly Winter Walk
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    Mountain Mindfulness Program Series: Family Friendly Winter Walk For all ages. A gentle guided forest walk to invite present moment awareness, reduce stress, and gain inspiration by incorporating elements of meditation and mindful breathing. Suitable for all skill levels. Dress…

  • Nature Scavenger Hunt

    Nature Scavenger Hunt
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    For children and families. Adventurous self-guided quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails and inside the Visitor Center. There are several “seek and find” scavenger hunts for different ages and skill levels. DATES: Sundays TIME: 10:00…

  • Finding Focal Species: Fisher, Otter, Mink & Bobcat

    Online

    Tracking wide-ranging carnivores as indicators of habitat connectivity Join Sophie for an hour-long exploration of the tracks and sign of Vermont's wide-ranging carnivores—and the other species we commonly confuse them with! Fisher, Otter, Mink & Bobcat require large expanses of…

  • Forest Bathing Walk

    Forest Bathing Walk
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    Mountain Mindfulness Program Series: Forest Bathing Walk For ages 8 and older. A guided slow and intentional woodland walk to de-stress and re-connect with nature. No previous experience necessary. Dress appropriately for winter weather, wear winter boots (or snowshoes) and…

  • Discover Greylock Hike

    Discover Greylock Hike
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    Easy-paced, one to 3-mile guided hikes geared toward seniors, but open to all ages. Dress appropriately for winter weather. Trails may be snowy or icy. Hiking poles and traction devices (or snowshoes) recommended. Bring water and a snack. DATE: Fridays…

  • Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek

    Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek
    The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MA

    Owl Prowls with Dan Ziomek Have you been on an owl prowl? It is a very special treat in the heart of winter. Come seek out the Great-horned owl on a winter (hopefully snowy) night with expert birder Dan Ziomek.…

  • Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley

    Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
    Berkshire Food Co-op 34 Bridge Street, Great Barrington, MA

    Ben leads a weekly bird walk right in the town of Great Barrington, in collaboration with The Great Barrington Land Conservancy. Learn to find, identify and more fully appreciate our winter resident birds on these community birds walks.  Bring binoculars if…

  • Tracking Workshop: Cats and Canines

    Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary 309 Holmes Rd., Pittsfield, MA

    Search for tracks, scat, and other signs of the elusive wild cats and dogs that roam the fields and forests at Canoe Meadows. Focusing on long-legged creatures, dig deep into how they stealthily walk, lope, and gallop across the landscape…

  • Winter Tree Identification with BNRC

    The Boulders Dalton, MA

    Enjoy a hike at The Boulders while getting to know some of the more common trees in the New England landscape. Identifying trees in the winter can be tough, but we will learn easy techniques for you to practice on…

  • Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up

    Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up
    Mount Greylock State Reservation

    All ages, interest and skill levels are welcome! For everyone who loves nature and the opportunity to photograph the beauty of mountain landscapes! Meeting locations vary. Bring your camera, cellphone or tablet. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress…