Week of Events
Family Self-Guided Storywalk/Cuentacuentos familiar autoguiado
Animals are all around us. While we may not often see them, we can see signs that they have been there. Some signs might be simple footprints in snow or mud (tracks) and other signs include chewed or scratched bark,…
Monday, March 17, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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March 18, 2025 -Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond
Join Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on…
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
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March 19, 2025 -Qi Gong/Tai Chi for Winter Wellness
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March 19, 2025 -Sky Dance of the American Woodcock at Post Farm Marsh
Qi Gong/Tai Chi for Winter Wellness
Mountain Mindfulness Program Series: Qi Gong/Tai Chi for Winter Wellness For ages 12 and older. Experience the ancient Chinese meditative martial arts of Qi Gong/Tai Chi with guest guide Jala. This series of movements helps keep the body in balance…
Sky Dance of the American Woodcock at Post Farm Marsh
When the sun sets in early spring, woodcock love is in the air. Wet meadows and fields are transformed into a "runway" for their beautiful aerial courtship display. Listen and watch for the woodcock's performance on their breeding grounds. Viewing…
Thursday, March 20, 2025
No events on this day.
Friday, March 21, 2025
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March 21, 2025 -Volunteer with BEAT: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal
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March 21, 2025 -Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center
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March 21, 2025Spring Tree Identification Hike
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March 21, 2025 -Nice and Easy Walks at Great Falls Discovery Center
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March 21, 2025 -Timberdoodles: Sky-Dancing Birds at Greylock Glen
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
Kidleidoscope Story Hour Fridays, 3/14: Spring; 3/21: Salamanders; 3/28: Frogs, 10:30—11:30 a.m. Learn more about wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome.…
Spring Tree Identification Hike
Calling all nature detectives! Learn how to identify trees emerging from their winter slumber with DCR Management Forester, Kevin Podkowka, on this family friendly spring tree identification hike along the Bradley Farm Trail. Be prepared for the weather by wearing…
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 along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.…
Timberdoodles: Sky-Dancing Birds at Greylock Glen
Every spring, American Woodcocks or "timberdoodles" turn the meadows of the Berkshires into a runway for their magnificent aerial dance. Learn about the lives of woodcocks with a short, family-friendly presentation from a Mass Audubon naturalist, then go outside to…
Saturday, March 22, 2025
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March 22, 2025 -Winter Wildlife Tracking
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March 22, 2025 -Winter Bird Walks with Ben Nickley
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March 22, 2025 -Berkshire Seed Library Season Opening and Seed Exchange
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March 22, 2025 -Family Friendly Outdoor Adventures
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March 22, 2025 -Winter Wildlife Tracking
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March 22, 2025 -Reptile Nook
Winter Wildlife Tracking
For ages 8 and up. Join guest guide Jim for a 3-hour wildlife tracking exploration. Journey less than 2-miles at a leisurely pace with some off-trail terrain, and stream crossings. Dress for winter weather. Hiking poles, traction devices for boots…
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…
Berkshire Seed Library Season Opening and Seed Exchange
Get ready for the growing season! Use your library card to pick up vegetable and wildflower seeds to grow in your garden; share seeds, ideas, and advice with your neighbors; and learn about gardening and food access from local organizations.…
Family Friendly Outdoor Adventures
For all ages. Free. Come outside and join for an afternoon of winter fun! Activities may include snow tubing for the little ones (weather permitting, bring a soft-sided sled if you have one), winter wildlife tracking (pre-registration required), and a…
Winter Wildlife Tracking
For ages 8 and up. Join guest guide Jim for a 3-hour wildlife tracking exploration. Journey less than 2-miles at a leisurely pace with some off-trail terrain, and stream crossings. Dress for winter weather. Hiking poles, traction devices for boots…
Reptile Nook
For ages 3-16, accompanied by an adult. Join to meet four animals up close and dive into learning about a variety of reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate species. Free. Sponsored by the Montague Public Libraries. DATE: Saturday, March 22 TIME: 1:00…
Sunday, March 23, 2025
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March 23, 2025 -Nature Scavenger Hunt
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…