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SUMMARY:Habitat Chat
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Pollinator Network hosts monthly drop-in\, informal meetings for participants from across the state to learn about topics relevant to our work\, share projects\, ask questions\, and exchange knowledge\, ideas\, and updates. \nWhether you’re a seasoned community organizer\, a home gardener\, work in the field already\, or are new to pollinator protection concerns\, all are welcome! Stay for the entire meeting or just pop in for what you can. \n\nTo receive the zoom link\, please register here.\nDATE: First Wednesday of each month \nTIME: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nLOCATION: Online via Zoom
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/habitat-chat/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Pollinators
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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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SUMMARY:Pittsfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday through October\, rain or shine! \nFind more details here: farmersmarketpittsfield.org \nDATE: Saturday\, May 9 – Saturday\, October 31\nTIME: 9:00am – 1:00pm\nLOCATION: The Common\, 100 First St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/pittsfield-farmers-market/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Pittsfield Common\, 100 1st St.\, Pittsfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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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:19th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDATE: Saturday\, June 6\nTIME: 10:00am – 2:00pm\nLOCATION: Barton Cove\, 82 French King Hwy\, Gill\, MA 01354
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/19th-annual-free-family-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Barton Cove\, 82 French King Hwy\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Programming,Fish,Outdoor Activity,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:RiverFest
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hoosic River Watershed Association\, Hoosic River Revival\, and Trout Unlimited Taconic Chapter on Saturday\, June 6\, 11am-2pm for RiverFest! Historic Beaver Mill\, right along Route 8 in North Adams\, is hosting RiverFest.\n\nCelebrate and get to know the species who live in the River. Visit stations for hands-on explorations of fly casting\, aquatic macroinvertebrates\, water quality monitoring. Join in a guided riverwalk. MassWildlife will join us so that participants can learn to fish without a license under instruction/supervision. Bring a picnic blanket or chair and sit for a spell along the River. Walk across the street and up the road to visit Natural Bridge State Park. Remember your water bottle. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Many thanks to Barbara and Eric Rudd Art Foundation and Historic Beaver Mill for hosting this event. \n\nRiverFest is brought to you by: Hoosic River Watershed Association\, Hoosic River Revival\, and Trout Unlimited Taconic Chapter.\n\nHooRWA;s Water Quality Monitoring demos are funded by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation.\nMany thanks to our snacks sponsors: Big Y World Class Market\, Guido’s Fresh Market\, Stop & Shop #0784\, and Wild Oats Market. Thank you to A1 Septic for giving us a discount on the port-a-potty.\nJune 6 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Rain date is Sunday\, June 7.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/riverfest-3/
LOCATION:MA
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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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