Week of Events
Monday, January 6, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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January 7, 2025Finding Focal Species: Fisher, Otter, Mink & Bobcat
Finding Focal Species: Fisher, Otter, Mink & Bobcat
Tracking wide-ranging carnivores as indicators of habitat connectivity Join Sophie for an hour-long exploration of the tracks and sign of Vermont's wide-ranging carnivores—and the other species we commonly confuse them with! Fisher, Otter, Mink & Bobcat require large expanses of…
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
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January 8, 2025 -Mass Pollinator Network Brown Bag Lunch
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January 8, 2025 -Forest Bathing Walk
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January 8, 2025 -Berkshire Green Drinks: “Black Bears in Massachusetts and Preventing Conflict” with MassWildlife biologist Nate Buckhout
Mass Pollinator Network Brown Bag Lunch
A new program from Mass Pollinator Network: Brown Bag Lunch This drop-in Zoom event will happen on the first Wednesday of each month, beginning February 7, from noon to 1pm. Stop by to meet other pollinator advocates, ask questions of…
Forest Bathing Walk
Mountain 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…
Berkshire Green Drinks: “Black Bears in Massachusetts and Preventing Conflict” with MassWildlife biologist Nate Buckhout
Join us for the first Berkshire Green Drinks of 2025 featuring MassWildlife biologist Nathan Buckhout, who is joining us to tell us all about black bears, the only bear species found in Massachusetts! Nate will review the natural history of…
Thursday, January 9, 2025
No events on this day.
Friday, January 10, 2025
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January 10, 2025 -Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
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January 10, 2025 -Discover Greylock Hike
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January 10, 2025 -Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek
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…
Discover Greylock 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. DATE: Fridays…
Owl Prowl with Dan Ziomek
Owl Prowls with Dan Ziomek Have you been on an owl prowl? It is a very special treat in the heart of winter. Come seek out the Great-horned owl on a winter (hopefully snowy) night with expert birder Dan Ziomek.…
Saturday, January 11, 2025
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January 11, 2025 -Tracking Workshop: Cats and Canines
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January 11, 2025 -Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
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January 11, 2025 -Winter Tree Identification with BNRC
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January 11, 2025 -Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up
Tracking Workshop: Cats and Canines
Search for tracks, scat, and other signs of the elusive wild cats and dogs that roam the fields and forests at Canoe Meadows. Focusing on long-legged creatures, dig deep into how they stealthily walk, lope, and gallop across the landscape…
Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
Ben 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…
Winter Tree Identification with BNRC
Enjoy a hike at The Boulders while getting to know some of the more common trees in the New England landscape. Identifying trees in the winter can be tough, but we will learn easy techniques for you to practice on…
Greylock Photography Group Meet-Up
All ages, interest and skill levels are welcome! For everyone who loves nature and the opportunity to photograph the beauty of mountain landscapes! Meeting locations vary. Bring your camera, cellphone or tablet. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress…
Sunday, January 12, 2025
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January 12, 2025 -Nature Scavenger Hunt
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January 12, 2025 -Cabin Fever Story Time
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January 12, 2025 -Zine on the River
Nature Scavenger Hunt
For 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…
Cabin Fever Story Time
For all ages. Join Park Interpreter Mike by a warm fire for entertaining tall tales and remarkable legends from Mount Greylock’s past. Stop by, sit awhile, and enjoy some good old-time local lore! Hot cocoa provided. DATE: Sundays, January 12,…
Zine on the River
Zine on the River Make a small booklet, a habitat zine, from a single piece of paper, then fill it with your nature observations for this drop-in program. Cut and draw in it to recreate your favorite river habitats. If…