Forest, Fields, and Waterfalls Hike
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MA
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.
To register, email full_circle_o@yahoo.com. To learn more, visit www.tamarackhollow.org.
This event costs $20.
DATE: Saturday, May 16 | Saturday, June 6
TIME: 10:00am – 12:30pm
LOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, 1515 Savoy Hollow Rd, Windsor, MA 01270

19th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Barton Cove, 82 French King Hwy, Gill, MA, 01354
Visit Great Falls Discovery Center for a day of FREE fishing fun. Enjoy our annual Family Fishing Day at Barton Cove, with additional activities at Great Falls Discovery Center including fish printing and fly tying. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free at each site. More details coming soon, or call the Discovery Center, (413) 863-3221.
DATE: Saturday, June 6
TIME: 10:00am – 2:00pm
LOCATION: Barton Cove, 82 French King Hwy, Gill, MA 01354

A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
2026-06-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
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.
Throughout the spring, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds.
We 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.
Adult Program

Registration covers 3 classes starting April 18.
Learn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months
DATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20, 8:00pm – 10:00pm
LOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 W Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA 01240

BNRC/OLLI Joint Hike, Thomas & Palmer
2026-06-10 09:30 - 11:30 | Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve, 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for a hike!
This 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.
The trail is easy to moderate with some elevation gain in the last section to Whale Rock.
Registration Link:
Registration opens Tuesday May 26, 9:00am on OLLI’s website: Register here

DATE: Wednesday, June 10
TIME: 9:30am – 11:30am
LOCATION: Thomas and Palmer Brook Reserve, 305 State Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Second Saturday Volunteer Day at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
Join Mass Audubon for a morning of hands-on stewardship and community care during our monthly Second Saturday Volunteer Day. This month’s projects will focus on refreshing and improving several sanctuary spaces, including painting and revitalizing the nature play area, weeding along trails and garden beds, and removing invasive plant species to help support native habitats and wildlife.
These volunteer mornings are a great way to spend time outdoors, meet fellow community members, and directly contribute to the health and beauty of the sanctuary. No prior experience is needed, and all tools, materials, and guidance will be provided.
Register at this link: https://volunteer.massaudubon.org/need/detail/?need_id=1252765
DATE: Saturday, June 13
TIME: 9:00am – 12:00pm
LOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mountain Rd., Lenox, MA 01240

Learn About Ferns!
2026-06-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MA
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.
To register, email full_circle_o@yahoo.com. To learn more, visit www.tamarackhollow.org.
This event costs $20.
DATE: Friday, June 19
TIME: 10:00am – 12:00pm
LOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, 1515 Savoy Hollow Rd, Windsor, MA 01270

BNRC/OLLI Joint Hike, Mt. Hunger at Konkapot Ridge
2026-06-24 09:30 - 11:30 | Mt. Hunger at Konkapot Ridge, #0, Monterey, MA, 01245, United States
Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for a hike!
The 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.
Registration opens Monday June 8, at 9am on OLLI’s website: Register here
DATE: Wednesday, June 24
TIME: 9:30am – 11:30am
LOCATION: Mt. Hunger Trailhead at Konkapot Ridge Reserve, #0, Monterey, MA 01245
