November 2016 To our volunteers: As the year draws to a close and as the season for giving comes to the fore, all of us at BNRC want to give thanks for our corps of…
BNRC Full List of Properties is Published
Thank you for your patience! While we've heard lots of positive comments about our Top 10 Trails information, we know many of you have been waiting for a full list of all BNRC-owned properties. They…
Hollow Fields Moonrise Hike, Richmond, 12/14/2016
There’s no better place to see the full moon. HOLLOW FIELDS Wednesday, December 14, 5pm - 8pm Distance: 2 miles Pace: Easy, on-trail with long, gradual climbs Description: Enjoy hot apple cider, donuts, and guided…
Old Mill Trail, Dalton/Hinsdale, 12/07/2016
This just might be the best trail in the Berkshires. Wednesday, December 7, 10:00am – noon Distance: 3 miles Pace: Easy, 2.5 hours Terrain: Flat, improved hiking trails Description: Join BNRC and the Housatonic Valley…
Parsons Marsh Meander, Lenox, 11/30/2016
Explore Parsons Marsh with Berkshire Natural Resources Council Wednesday, November 30, 10:00am – noon Distance: fewer than 2.0 miles Pace: Slow, 2 hours Terrain: mostly off-trail, slight elevation gains, rough terrain Description: This hike will…
Bob’s Way History Hike, Monterey/Sandisfield, 11/19/2016
Tour the quintessential New England forest. Saturday, November 19, 10:00am – 1:00pm Distance: 2.5 miles Pace: Moderate Terrain: Moderate, entirely on-trail, moderate elevation gains Description: This hike highlights the history of Bob’s Way ranging from the late 18th century to today.…
Fall Hunting Season
Autumn in the Berkshires is all about the harvest: apples, pumpkins, corn – and venison! BNRC welcomes hunters to its properties. One of our principles is that land should be open for passive recreation, which…