Berkshire Environmental Action Team

Phone (413) 464-9402
Email team@thebeatnews.org
Website http://thebeatnews.org

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  • Tree Identification Hike in Heath, MA

    Betty Maitland Memorial Forest 262 Route 8A, Heath, United States

    BEAT will lead a free tree identification walk at the Betty Maitland Memorial Forest, a Franklin Land Trust property located in Heath along Route 8A, on Sunday, June 8, at 10:00 AM. This informative and engaging event will last approximately…

  • Wild Edible Plants Hike with Russ Cohen

    Alford Springs Mountain Rd., Alford, MA

    Berkshire County is home to over 80 species of edible wild plants, some of which are more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. These include native species, like Hazelnut and Yellow Birch; non-native weeds, like Ox-eye Daisy and Plantain;…

  • A collage of photos from BEAT's river cleanups showing people getting trash out of the river as well as canoes full of that trash.

    Volunteer: West Branch Housatonic River Cleanup

    Wahconah Park

    Cleanups make a considerable difference in the health of the Housatonic River. Each summer, Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) and Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) work together to remove trash from the West Branch of the Housatonic River. The West Branch is a beautiful…

  • Tree Identification Walk at The Clark, Williamstown

    The Clark Art Institute 225 South St., Williamstown, MA

    BEAT's Programs Director, Chelsey Simmons, will lead a free tree identification walk at The Clark Art Institute's grounds and walking trails in Williamstown on Saturday, June 28, at 9:30 AM. This informative and engaging walk will last approximately two hours…

  • A collage of photos from BEAT's river cleanups showing people getting trash out of the river as well as canoes full of that trash.

    Volunteer: West Branch Housatonic River Cleanup

    Wahconah Park

    Cleanups make a considerable difference in the health of the Housatonic River. Each summer, Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) and Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) work together to remove trash from the West Branch of the Housatonic River. The West Branch is a beautiful…

  • Volunteer Opportunity: Invasive Hardy Kiwi Plant Removal

    Burbank Park Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Join BEAT at Pittsfield’s Burbank Park to help remove Hardy Kiwi (Actinidia arguta), a rapidly spreading invasive vine that threatens our native ecosystems. DATE: Saturday, August 9 TIME: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM LOCATION: Burbank Park, 309 Lakeway Drive, Pittsfield,…

  • Tree Identification Walk at Kennedy Park (Housatonic Heritage Walk)

    Kennedy Park

    Join Chelsey Simmons of Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) for this informative and engaging walk, where participants will learn key characteristics of commonly encountered trees in Western Massachusetts! Led by a local naturalist and tree enthusiast, the walk will include…

  • 2025 Berkshire Biodiversity Day (Berkshire BioBlitz)

    Greylock Glen Outdoor Center 135 Gould Road, Adams, MA, United States

    Join Us for the 16th Annual Berkshire Biodiversity Day (Berkshire BioBlitz)! Berkshire Biodiversity Day, also known as Berkshire BioBlitz, invites nature lovers of all ages to join scientists, naturalists, and environmental educators in identifying as many species as possible—plants, animals,…

  • Berkshire Green Drinks – “Grassroots Data Collection for Advocacy” with Arianna Collins, Nick Russo, and Brittany Ebeling

    BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center 20 Chapel St, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    You may be familiar with the terms citizen or community science, but what does that look like in practice? How does this data collection lead to better environmental advocacy? Join Berkshire Environmental Action Team, Hoosic River Watershed Association, and Berkshire…

  • Battery Energy Storage Systems in Massachusetts: Benefits and Safety Considerations

    Online

    As large-scale battery energy storage systems become more common throughout Massachusetts, many communities are seeking evidence-based information on the safety, value, and benefits of these systems. In this Clean Energy Group webinar tailored for Massachusetts communities, members of the Massachusetts…

  • Jane Winn’s Retirement Celebration and Fundraiser

    Zion Lutheran Church 74 First St., Pittsfield, MA

    Please join Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) in celebrating founding Executive Director Jane Winn’s retirement following 22 years of tireless advocacy for wildlife and the environment. The event will celebrate Jane’s legacy and fundraise to support BEAT in its next…

  • 10 x 10 Festival: Winter Tree Identification Walk

    Springside Park Pittsfield, MA

    Do you know how to tell trees apart during winter? Join BEAT for a free winter tree identification walk at Pittsfield’s Springside Park and Hebert Arboretum. While identifying trees without leaves may seem daunting, winter is actually an excellent time…

  • Pipelines 101: Transmission Pipeline Infrastructure and Permitting

    Online/Zoom

    Join Rosemary Wessel and Cathy Kristofferson for an instructional webinar on gas transmission pipeline infrastructure and permitting, as seen in currently proposed projects in the Northeast. Participants will learn about the Constitution and AGET Enhancement pipeline proposals, what pipeline systems…