Events
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Family Self-Guided Storywalk/Cuentacuentos familiar autoguiado
The Boulders Dalton, MAAnimals are all around us. While we may not often see them, we can see signs that they have been there. Some signs might be simple footprints in snow or mud (tracks) and other signs include chewed or scratched bark,…
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Celebrate Maple Sugaring Season
Holiday Brook Farm 100 Holiday Cottage Rd., Dalton, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council and Berkshire Family Hikes to celebrate the New England tradition of maple sugaring at Holiday Brook Farm in Dalton. Highlights of this family-friendly event include a short hike on the farm and a fun activity.…
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Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
Berkshire Food Co-op 34 Bridge Street, Great Barrington, MABen 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…
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Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up: Berkshire Destinations
Mount Greylock State ReservationMt. Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up: "Berkshire Destinations" with Photographer Chris Butler, Discover the amazing locations of Berkshire County's wondrous natural, cultural and recreational landmarks and join local photographer Chris Butler for a photographic slide show that explores a vast range…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Mount Greylock State ReservationFor 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…
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Cabin Fever Story Time
Mount Greylock State ReservationStop by the Mount Greylock Visitor Center and enjoy some good old-time local lore! Relax by a cozy hearth fire for an entertaining 90 minutes loaded with amazing tales of Mount Greylock. Join Park Interpreter and folklore enthusiast Mike as…
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Nature Walk: Tracking, Signs of Spring
Mountain Meadow Preserve at the end of Mason St., Williamstown, MATake a closer look at our local flora and fauna on this collaborative nature walk between Williamstown Rural Lands and The Trustees. Explore the ecology of the meadow, woodland, and summit areas at the Trustees' Mountain Meadow Preserve, where participants…
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Hoffmann Bird Club Game Day: Wingspan
BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center 20 Chapel St, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesBack by popular demand! Join the Hoffmann Bird Club for an afternoon of playing the board game Wingspan at BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center! Table space is limited; RSVP on the bird club's website if you would like to…
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Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NYJoin Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on…
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Understanding Forest Carbon and Climate Adaptation with Dr. Alexandra Kosiba
OnlineForest ecologist, tree physiologist, and assistant professor of forestry at University of Vermont Extension Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Kosiba will present on the forest carbon cycle, northeastern forests’ role in mitigating the impacts of climate change, and how decision makers can…
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Dam Busters 201: Building a Dam Removal Project Team
OnlineDam Busters 201 Webinar 1: Building a Dam Removal Project Team It takes a village to remove a dam! From initial reconnaissance to post-project monitoring, learn how to assemble the right team of people to address project coordination, coordinating community…
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Forest Bathing Walk
Mount Greylock State ReservationMountain 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…
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Spring Lecture Series: The Unique Courtship of the American Woodcock
Lenox Library 18 Main St., Lenox, MAWhen the sun sets in early spring, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a "runway" for the beautiful aerial courtship displays of this intriguing bird. At this indoor presentation, learn about the natural…
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Berkshire Green Drinks: “A Tale of Two Butterflies: Two Rare Pierid Butterflies of the Berkshires and Combined Threats” with Jessica Duffy
Hot Plate Brewing Co. 1 School St., Pittsfield, MA, United StatesJoin us for the March 2025 Berkshire Green Drinks event, where Jessica Duffy will discuss two rare butterfly species found in the Berkshires: the Veined White (Pieris napi oleracea) and the West Virginia White (Pieris virginiensis). Jessica will review the…
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An Experiment in Lawn to Meadow Conversion: Exceeding Expectations
OnlineSara Weaner Cooper, Executive Director, New Directions in the American Landscape Fee: Free and open to all. Grow Native Massachusetts Evenings With Experts In April of 2022, Sara and Evan Cooper moved into a new home in suburban Philadelphia with a…
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LEARN! Co-Existing With Coyotes
OnlineJoin John Maguranis, a former Army veterinary technician and retired Animal Control Officer, for an engaging webinar on living with coyotes. With over 20 years of experience and a passion for wildlife advocacy, John has delivered more than 200 presentations on coyote…
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Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Burbank Park Boat Launch 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesConsider joining BEAT to help eradicate invasive hardy kiwi vines at Burbank Park in Pittsfield! We go out into the woods every Friday* at 10:00 AM to cut and pull invasive hardy kiwi vines that are overtaking the trees and…
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Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAKidleidoscope Story Hour Fridays, 3/14: Spring; 3/21: Salamanders; 3/28: Frogs, 10:30—11:30 a.m. Learn more about wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome.…
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Preserving Ash for the Future
OnlineIt’s not too late to preserve ash! As the Emerald Ash Borer makes its way into our forests, we have an opportunity to mitigate the loss of ash trees and help preserve ash trees for the future. Join us to…
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Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAEasy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.…
