• Beneficial Bats at The Mount

    The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United States

    Bats are among the most misunderstood animals, but they play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance and human health. Look and listen for bats - the only flying mammals - and other nocturnal wildlife as you explore the forests,…

  • All Persons Trail Opening Celebration at Pleasant Valley

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Be part of a milestone moment at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary! Join the ribbon cutting for the brand-new Pike’s Pond All Persons Trail—a welcoming space designed so everyone, of every age and ability, can experience the beauty of nature in…

  • Waterfowl on Berkshire Lakes

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    In this half-day trip, take a deep dive into a group of birds that can be overwhelming for many beginners: waterfowl, which includes ducks and geese. Learn about the waterfowl of the Berkshires and demystify their identification while practicing your…

  • Canoe Meadows Community Garden Clean-up

    Canoe Meadows Community Garden 350 Williams Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Help close the Community Gardens for the winter season, by removing water lines, plot markers, and plant materials. Meet at Community Garden entrance at approx. 350 Williams Street. Tools for the tasks will be provided. Bring your own gloves and…

  • Tiny Trekkers: Digging into Dirt

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Introduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…

  • Tiny Trekkers: Nuts and Seeds

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Introduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…

  • Autumn Nature Walk at The Mount

    The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United States

    Discover the ways that nature prepares for winter at this scenic walk along the trails at The Mount, Edith Wharton's historic estate. Borrow a pair of binoculars or bring your own to potentially see chickadees and chipmunks stockpiling food, woodpeckers…

  • Beaver Detectives

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    The busy beavers of Pleasant Valley have left behind clues about where they've been working. Practice your nature sleuthing skills as you venture along the trails with your family in search of places where the beavers have chopped down trees,…

  • Beaver Detectives

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    The busy beavers of Pleasant Valley have left behind clues about where they've been working. Practice your nature sleuthing skills as you venture along the trails with your family in search of places where the beavers have chopped down trees,…

  • Tiny Trekkers: Animal Adaptations

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Introduce your little one to the wonders of nature with an hour and a half of nature-themed fun at Pleasant Valley. This fall explore iconic elements of autumn at the sanctuary - from colors to animal behavior. Each week will…

  • From Art to Activism with Rebecca McGee Tuck

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    Rebecca McGee Tuck traces her path from artist to environmental advocate, while sharing how her work collecting and transforming marine debris started with simple walks along the wrack line. Along the way, Rebecca found herself not only creating art but…

  • Rescue Raptors from Rodenticides

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    Raptors, coyotes, and other predators balance Massachusetts' ecosystems. But shocking numbers of these iconic creatures have been sickened and killed after eating poisoned rodents. Mass Audubon's Rescue Raptors program supports groups in communities across Massachusetts to reduce the use of…

  • Beavers in the Berkshires

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Experience the unique history of Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary with a combined indoor presentation and short outdoor walk to the historic Pike's Pond. Learn about the sanctuary's role in the reintroduction of beavers to Massachusetts in the 1930's. Outside, look…

  • Beavers in the Berkshires

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Experience the unique history of Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary with a combined indoor presentation and short outdoor walk to the historic Pike's Pond. Learn about the sanctuary's role in the reintroduction of beavers to Massachusetts in the 1930's. Outside, look…

  • Formidable Females: The Science of Female Birds & the Art They Inspire

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    Conservation, scientific research, and visual art come together in this talk that celebrates the pivotal role of the female bird in species survival and resilience. Conservation biologists Natasza Fontaine and Hyla Howe will discuss their field work with shorebirds and…

  • Whose Tracks Are These?

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Even if we can't spot them directly, wild animals are active year-round at Pleasant Valley. Play fun tracking games while looking for animal tracks, homes, and other signs of activity at the sanctuary. Learn how to piece together the clues…

  • Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners

    The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United States

    Dive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…

  • Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Dive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…

  • Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners

    Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

    Dive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…