Great Hall Exhibit: On the Ground and in the Air and in Between
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners FallsWeek of Events
Great Hall Exhibit: On the Ground and in the Air and in Between
Artist, Amy Dawn Kotel’s exhibit asks: “What do we see and how do we perceive our earth and all who dwell here?” See beauty and strangeness from different angles. DATE: Tuesday, January 23 - Friday, February 23 LOCATION: Great Falls…
Wildlife Signs and Tree Bark/Señales de fauna y corteza de árbol
Follow the signs along the 1.4-mile Green Trail. Each sign shares interesting and fun information to engage in observation and discovery! This is offered in English and Español. The self-guided Easy Naturalist: Wildlife Sign and Tree Bark walk will be…
Monday, January 29, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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January 30, 2024 -Massachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) Monthly Meeting: Returning American Chestnut Trees to their Native Range with John Meiklejohn
Massachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) Monthly Meeting: Returning American Chestnut Trees to their Native Range with John Meiklejohn
Join Massachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) as they host John Meiklejohn to discuss the American chestnut tree returning to its native range. DATE: Tuesday, January 30 TIME: 7:00 – 8:00 PM LOCATION: Online Click here to register
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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January 31, 2024 -New Hope for Ash: Breeding EAB-Resistant Trees
New Hope for Ash: Breeding EAB-Resistant Trees
The emerald ash borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that has decimated ash trees throughout North America, dramatically changing the face of our forests — but new research offers hope for the future of ash on our landscape. Join Rachel…
Thursday, February 1, 2024
No events on this day.
Friday, February 2, 2024
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February 2, 2024 -Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
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February 2, 2024 -Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Groundhogs
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February 2, 2024 -Nice & Easy Trail Hike
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February 2, 2024 -Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
Consider 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…
Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Groundhogs
Learn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…
Nice & Easy Trail Hike
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. DATES: Fridays,…
Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
Easy-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 highlights along the way. Dress for winter weather, sturdy footwear, and bring water.…
Saturday, February 3, 2024
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February 3, 2024 -Winter Botany Workshop
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February 3, 2024 -Guided Bird Walks on the Riverfront Trail with Ben Nickley
Winter Botany Workshop
What are those dried stalks in your yard, along the trail, in the meadow? Join Dr. Robin Sears and peers to explore and identify some of these vestiges of spring and summer wildflowers. Fear not! There will be no dichotomous…
Guided Bird Walks on the Riverfront Trail with Ben Nickley
Starting on Saturday, December 30, and continuing on (most) Saturdays through March 2024, Ben Nickley of Berkshire Bird Observatory will lead a walk along the River Front Trail in Great Barrington. Meet at Berkshire Co-op Market at 10 AM. Registration…
Sunday, February 4, 2024
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February 4, 2024 -Caminata hacia el Estanque de la Cuenca
Caminata hacia el Estanque de la Cuenca
Esta caminata se ofrece específicamente a hispanohablantes y a aquellos interesados en la inmersión en español. Esta caminata se ofrece específicamente a hispanohablantes y a aquellos interesados en la inmersión en español. Este recorrido lleva a los senderistas por un…