Events
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Chainsaw Skills Workshop Level 2
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MAIf you’ve already taken a chainsaw safety course and are comfortable with the basics, this workshop is designed to help you build confidence and take your skills to the next level. Ideal for the part-time chainsaw operator, this hands-on course…
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Tiny Trekkers: Digging into Dirt
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesIntroduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…
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OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike
Basin Pond Lee, MAJoin BNRC and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC for this loop hike in Lee. Rated moderate, the trail crosses several streams, has many glacial erratics, and a vista over a beaver pond. This property, once slated to be a wealthy…
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Dam Busters 201: Peer-to-Peer Support for Community Engagement
OnlineDam Busters 201 Webinar: Peer-to-Peer Support for Community Engagement Engage with your dam removal peers about the successes and pitfalls of community engagement. Work with your peers to answer questions and trade resources with the goal of enhancing your community…
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Identifying on iNaturalist: How you can help!
OnlineAt its core, iNaturalist is about people helping each other identify and learn about the organisms they observe, but did you know only about 10% of the iNaturalist community identifies observations for others? Join iNaturalist for a webinar to learn…
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Self-Guided Storywalk “Night owl Night” by Susan Edwards
Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MAThe StoryWalk® book Night Owl Night by Susan Edwards Richmond will be on display at Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Join this self-guided adventure! Learn about capture-and-release research through this mother-daughter story about owl conservation. While the audience of the…
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9th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
Williams College – '62 Center 1000 Main St, Williamstown, MA, United StatesLearn about native birds, insects, plants, and more at the Ninth Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference on Saturday, November 8, from 8 AM to 4 PM. The event, which features fascinating presentations by local and regional naturalists and acclaimed authors,…
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Pittsfield Household Hazardous Waste Day
Casella Transfer Station - Pittsfield 500 Hubbard Ave, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesFor Pittsfield residents only REGISTRATION REQUIRED, click the link or call 413-499-9330 DATE: Saturday, November 8 TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM LOCATION: Casella Transfer Station, 500 Hubbard Ave, Pittsfield
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Rooted in Place Ecological Symposium: A Day of Stories, Seeds and Stewardship
Rooted in Place Ecological Symposium: A Day of Stories, Seeds and Stewardship, Exploring the Deep Connections Between Culture and Biodiversity This fall, take a step into the heart of cultural ecology with Berkshire Botanical Garden's annual Rooted in Place Ecological…
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Pittsfield Open House on Integrated Water Resources Management Plan
Ralph J. Froio Senior Center 330 North St., Pittsfield, MAPITTSFIELD, Mass.— The City of Pittsfield's Department of Public Services and Utilities will be hosting two open houses on Nov. 10 in preparation of developing an Integrated Water Resources Management Plan (IWRMP). The city is developing the IWRMP to evaluate…
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Pittsfield Open House on Integrated Water Resources Management Plan
North St. PittsfieldPITTSFIELD, Mass.— The City of Pittsfield's Department of Public Services and Utilities will be hosting two open houses on Nov. 10 in preparation of developing an Integrated Water Resources Management Plan (IWRMP). The city is developing the IWRMP to evaluate…
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Tiny Trekkers: Nuts and Seeds
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesIntroduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…
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Autumn Nature Walk at The Mount
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesDiscover the ways that nature prepares for winter at this scenic walk along the trails at The Mount, Edith Wharton's historic estate. Borrow a pair of binoculars or bring your own to potentially see chickadees and chipmunks stockpiling food, woodpeckers…
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LOG LUNCH: Radical Ease: Mobilizing for Climate Action, Ashley Muspratt, Center for Ecotechnogy
The Log 78 Spring St, Williamstown, MA, United StatesLOG LUNCH: Radical Ease: The Key to Mobilizing You, Me, and 300 Million Others to Climate Action. Ashley Muspratt, CEO, Center for Ecotechnology. All welcome; reservations required. Veggie, locally-grown lunch is $5 cash; reservations here: https://forms.gle/gfsqeDhqRdahr6Rv5 https://www.cetonline.org/ There will be a Career…
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Beaver Detectives
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe busy beavers of Pleasant Valley have left behind clues about where they've been working. Practice your nature sleuthing skills as you venture along the trails with your family in search of places where the beavers have chopped down trees,…
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Beaver Detectives
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesThe busy beavers of Pleasant Valley have left behind clues about where they've been working. Practice your nature sleuthing skills as you venture along the trails with your family in search of places where the beavers have chopped down trees,…
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The Potential of Forests in Massachusetts to Address Climate Change – Elders Climate Action Deep Dialogue
OnlineElders Climate Action has invited Dr. Richard Birdsey back to delve into the many questions that couldn't be discussed at the previous October 14 chapter meeting. Here is a link to that October 14 chapter meeting if you missed it or…
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Intro to Forest Carbon & Carbon Credits
OnlineHere in New England, our forests are one of the main ways that carbon is stored in our natural environment. Efforts to increase the storage of forest carbon have gained momentum in recent years as a way to mitigate the…
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Tiny Trekkers: Animal Adaptations
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesIntroduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…
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Battery Energy Storage Systems in Massachusetts: Benefits and Safety Considerations
OnlineAs large-scale battery energy storage systems become more common throughout Massachusetts, many communities are seeking evidence-based information on the safety, value, and benefits of these systems. In this Clean Energy Group webinar tailored for Massachusetts communities, members of the Massachusetts…
