Berkshire Natural Resources Council

Phone (413) 499-0596
Email mauman@bnrc.org
Website http://bnrc.org
BNRC aims to protect and preserve the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the Berkshires for public benefit and enjoyment

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  • Mindful Birding

    Parsons Marsh Lenox, MA

    Join Dave Edson, educator and naturalist, for this Mindful Birding experience at the accessible Parson’s Marsh trail. Birding mindfully gives us the opportunity to slow down, get super curious, and improve our overall wellbeing. Science shows that paying close attention…

  • Guided Wildlife Walk With Brad Timm

    Parsons Marsh Lenox, MA

    Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council for a leisurely, family-friendly wildlife walk at Parsons Marsh Reserve led by Brad Timm, wildlife ecologist and founder of the Northeast Wildlife Team. This walk is inspired by Brad’s book Wildlife Out Your Window: Fascinating…

  • Noticing Nature: MiniBeast Hike & Seek

    Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

    Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council for an August adventure to explore the fascinating realm of minibeasts! Uncover the hidden wonders of the insect world and gain a deeper understanding of minibeast behavior, habitats, and the critical role they play in…

  • Evening Paddle to Ashmere Island

    LP Adams 484 Housatonic St, Dalton, MA, United States

    Did you know that Berkshire Natural Resources Council preserves an island on the beautiful Lake Ashmere? Bring your own canoe or kayak for an evening of exploration! Put in at the boat launch ramp (see detailed directions below) at the…

  • Mindful Birding with Dave Edson

    Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

    Join Dave Edson, educator and naturalist, for this Mindful Birding experience at BNRC’s Thomas & Palmer Brook reserve in Great Barrington. Birding mindfully gives us the opportunity to slow down, get super curious, and improve our overall wellbeing. Science shows that paying…

  • OLLI and BNRC Hike

    The Boulders Dalton, MA

    Berkshire Natural Resources Council and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) partner again this fall to bring you a series of recreational hikes at different BNRC reserves throughout the county. Join us to kick off the season at The Boulders in Pittsfield. We’ll hike the Red…

  • OLLI and BNRC Joint Hike

    Clam River Trailhead 66 Sandisfield Rd, Sandisfield, MA, United States

    Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) ​​​​​​​at BCC for a hike along the Clam River trail in Sandisfield. This easy to moderate hike takes you along the Clam River, a beautiful, now wild, stream. Once…

  • Bird Your Way! Accessible Birding

    Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

    Birding is for everyone, no matter their experiences, abilities, or identities. There is no one way to bird. For this outing, we will be slowing down. Instead of chasing birds, we will wait for them to come to us, as we observe…

  • Self-Guided Walk: Eerie Ecology

    The Boulders Dalton, MA

    Explore the spooky side of nature this October with Eerie Ecology at The Boulders in Dalton! Learn about the bewitching biodiversity of Massachusetts along the 0.5-mile Heart Healthy Loop. Panels along the trail will highlight the fascinating—and eerie!—plants and wildlife found…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    Olivia's Overlook Lenox-Richmond Mountain Rd., Lenox, MA

    Join BNRC and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC for this loop hike on the Burbank Trail going north from Olivia’s Overlook. We will descend the trail to Monk’s Pond, join a short section of the High Road Trail, and…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    Bob's Way Rt. 23, Otis, MA

    Join BNRC and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC for this hike at Bob’s Way in Monterey. Rated moderate, the hike is a loop with a wonderful beaver pond, the most unusual dedicated bench on the BNRC properties, and magnificent views…

  • Eerie Ecology: A Spooky Nature Hike

    The Boulders Dalton, MA

    Explore the spooky side of nature this October with Eerie Ecology at The Boulders in Dalton! Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council for this family-friendly guided walk and learn about the bewitching biodiversity of Massachusetts along the 0.5-mile Heart Healthy Loop.…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    Basin Pond Lee, MA

    Join BNRC and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC for this loop hike in Lee. Rated moderate, the trail crosses several streams, has many glacial erratics, and a vista over a beaver pond. This property, once slated to be a wealthy…

  • Self-Guided Storywalk “Night owl Night” by Susan Edwards

    Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MA

    The StoryWalk® book Night Owl Night by Susan Edwards Richmond will be on display at Old Mill Trail in Hinsdale. Join this self-guided adventure! Learn about capture-and-release research through this mother-daughter story about owl conservation. While the audience of the…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    Steepletop Reserve 648 New Marlborough-Monterey Rd., New Marlborough, MA

    Join BNRC and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC for this loop hike in New Marlborough. Rated easy, this hike is a loop around extensive wetlands.  Part of BNRC’s largest reserve, the hike will introduce you to just one of the…

  • Annual Family Gratitude Hike

    Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

    Join Taylor of BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes for a morning of exploration and tradition of gratitude along the Meadow Trail at Thomas & Palmer Brook. This event will include an interactive gratitude walk as we share our thankfulness for these…

  • Solstice Walk & Fire at Houstonic Flats

    Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MA

    Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council for a meditative walk and cozy fire on the shortest day of the year. Share warm beverages and set intentions for the New Year. Trail Details: Easy (no elevation change), 0.9-mile round-trip, slow pace What to…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    Tom Ball Mountain 152 Alford Road, Great Barrington, MA

    OLLI at BCC and the BNRC are offering joint hikes this winter. These hikes are free for OLLI at BCC and BNRC members. You must register in advance on OLLI’s website and space is limited (registration for this hike will open on Monday,…

  • OLLI & BNRC Joint Hike

    The Boulders Dalton, MA

    OLLI at BCC and the BNRC are offering joint hikes this winter. These hikes are free for OLLI at BCC and BNRC members. You must register in advance on OLLI’s website and space is limited (registration for this hike will open 2 weeks…

  • 10X10 Family Snowshoe Hike at Arrowhead

    Arrowhead 780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Bring the whole family for a fun winter adventure at Arrowhead! This 1-mile guided hike led by Berkshire Natural Resources Council combines a family-friendly scavenger hunt with an introduction to the historic site by the Berkshire County Historical Society. Together…