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SUMMARY:Forest\, Fields\, and Waterfalls Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor\, MA for an informative hike! Learn about the unique fauna and flora of high elevation forests and fields plus a visit to Georgie’s Falls on this 2 mile hike with Naturalist & Director Aimee Gelinas. \nTo register\, email full_circle_o@yahoo.com. To learn more\, visit www.tamarackhollow.org. \nThis event costs $20. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 16 | Saturday\, June 6\nTIME: 10:00am – 12:30pm\nLOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 Savoy Hollow Rd\, Windsor\, MA 01270
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/forest-fields-and-waterfalls-hike/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd.\, Windsor\, MA
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Native Plants,Outdoor Activity,Walks
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SUMMARY:A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide\, experience the cycle of the seasons at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox. Gain extensive natural history knowledge\, form a community with like-minded\, curious adults\, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors. \nThroughout the spring\, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds. \nWe will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks\, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots. \nAdult Program\n \nRegistration covers 3 classes starting April 18. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months \nDATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16\, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20\, 8:00pm – 10:00pm \nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Talks,Walks,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:BNRC/OLLI Joint Hike\, Thomas & Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for a hike! \nThis hike will include all three sections of trail in this BNRC reserve. The trail begins near a wetland and open meadow before entering the forest and ends at the unique rock formation called Whale Rock.  By traversing these varied habitats\, hikers may see some of the many birds that call this reserve home\, early summer wildflowers\, and an apple orchard. \nThe trail is easy to moderate with some elevation gain in the last section to Whale Rock. \nRegistration Link:\nRegistration opens Tuesday May 26\, 9:00am on OLLI’s website: Register here\n \nDATE: Wednesday\, June 10\nTIME: 9:30am – 11:30am\nLOCATION: Thomas and Palmer Brook Reserve\, 305 State Rd\, Great Barrington\, MA 01230
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/bnrc-olli-joint-hike-thomas-palmer/
LOCATION:Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve\, 305 State Road\, Great Barrington\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Natural Resources Council":MAILTO:mauman@bnrc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T170000
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SUMMARY:Wild Thing 5K/10K Trail Race and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer with Mass Audubon and help put on this exciting race! \nVolunteers are needed to help with a variety of roles during this trail race weekend. Opportunities include course support\, registration assistance\, aid stations\, and more. Be part of the action while supporting a fun\, nature-filled community event! \nLearn more and register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/TrailRaceOpportunities \nDATE: Friday\, June 12 | Saturday\, June 13\nTIME: Depends on role\nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/wild-thing-5k-10k-trail-race-and-walk/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor Activity,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide\, experience the cycle of the seasons at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox. Gain extensive natural history knowledge\, form a community with like-minded\, curious adults\, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors. \nThroughout the spring\, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds. \nWe will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks\, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots. \nAdult Program\n \nRegistration covers 3 classes starting April 18. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months \nDATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16\, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20\, 8:00pm – 10:00pm \nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Talks,Walks,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Learn About Ferns!
DESCRIPTION:Join Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center for their “Learn About Ferns” event! Learn tips on how to identify over 10 species of woodland ferns on this easy walk with Naturalist & Director Aimee Gelinas. Fern guidebooks will be available for purchase at the program. \nTo register\, email full_circle_o@yahoo.com. To learn more\, visit www.tamarackhollow.org. \nThis event costs $20. \nDATE: Friday\, June 19\nTIME: 10:00am – 12:00pm\nLOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 Savoy Hollow Rd\, Windsor\, MA 01270 \n 
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/learn-about-ferns/
LOCATION:Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd.\, Windsor\, MA
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Native Plants,Outdoor Activity,plants,Walks
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SUMMARY:A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide\, experience the cycle of the seasons at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox. Gain extensive natural history knowledge\, form a community with like-minded\, curious adults\, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors. \nThroughout the spring\, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds. \nWe will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks\, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots. \nAdult Program\n \nRegistration covers 3 classes starting April 18. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months \nDATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16\, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20\, 8:00pm – 10:00pm \nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Talks,Walks,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:BNRC/OLLI Joint Hike\, Mt. Hunger at Konkapot Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for a hike! \nThe hike begins on the ridge\, also called Monterey cobble\, ending in a young succession forest with views of the Tyringham valley and cobble.  After the ridge trail\, the hike will continue at Steadman Pond\, a favorite place for bass fishing and a dip in the summer. Moderate. \nRegistration opens Monday June 8\, at 9am on OLLI’s website: Register here \nDATE: Wednesday\, June 24\nTIME: 9:30am – 11:30am\nLOCATION: Mt. Hunger Trailhead at Konkapot Ridge Reserve\, #0\, Monterey\, MA 01245
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/bnrc-olli-joint-hike-mt-hunger-at-konkapot-ridge/
LOCATION:Mt. Hunger at Konkapot Ridge\, #0\, Monterey\, MA\, 01245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Programming,Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Natural Resources Council":MAILTO:mauman@bnrc.org
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