March 2022 - Berkshire Natural Resources Council

Calendar, Events, Properties, Walks

31 Mar 2022

Caminata Familiar Autoguiada en Housatonic Flats, Great Barrington

¡Recorra el sendero de 1 milla y disfrute de la divertida historia sobre los castores! CUÁNDO/DÓNDE: El Ocupado Año de los Castores, de Mary Holland, estará en exhibición para una aventura autoguiada desde el sábado 14 de mayo hasta el lunes 30 de mayo (desde el amanecer hasta el atardecer) en Housatonic…

Mariah

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31 Mar 2022

Family Self-Guided StoryWalk at Housatonic Flats, Great Barrington

Enjoy the 1 mile and enjoy the fun story about beavers! WHEN/WHERE: The Beavers’ Busy Year by Mary Holland will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday, May 14 – Monday, May 30 (dawn to dusk) at Housatonic Flats in Great Barrington. DESCRIPTION: Beavers are busy at work! These aquatic…

Mariah

Calendar, Events, Properties, Walks

31 Mar 2022

Easy Naturalist: Signs of Spring (self-guided walk) at Parsons Marsh, Lenox

Engage in Observation and Discovery at Parsons Marsh, Lenox Explore the beautiful sights and sounds of Parsons Marsh at the height of Spring on this family-friendly self-guided walk. Signs will guide you along the 1/3-mile accessible trail, winding through meadows and wetlands, prompting you to look at your surroundings from a naturalist’s…

Mariah

Events, Hikes, Properties, Uncategorized, Walks

31 Mar 2022

Family Spring Discovery Hike at Parsons Marsh, Lenox

Saturday, May 21, 10:30 am – 11:30 am Join Berkshire Family Hikes for a child-led stroll along the accessible trail and boardwalk at Parsons Marsh. Interactive signs along the trail will connect kids to the spring happenings around them. We’ll discover spring wildflowers, birds, amphibian sounds, and more! For questions or to…

Mariah

Calendar, Events, Properties, Walks

28 Mar 2022

Guided Hike: The Brief but Wondrous Life of Early Spring Wildflowers

When: Wednesday, May 11, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Where: Old Mill Trail, Hinsdale/Dalton (up to 12 participants) Description: Early spring wildflowers race to bloom before the nearby trees leaf out. Their brief lifespan is part of what makes them so special - and easy to miss! Join us for a walk…

Mariah

Calendar, Events, Hikes, Properties, Walks

28 Mar 2022

Guided Hike: The Brief but Wondrous Life of Early Spring Wildflowers

When: Friday, May 6, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Where: Old Mill Trail, Hinsdale/Dalton (up to 12 participants) Description: Early spring wildflowers race to bloom before the nearby trees leaf out. Their brief lifespan is part of what makes them so special - and easy to miss! Join us for a…

Mariah

Events, Properties, Volunteer

16 Mar 2022

Berkshire Natural Resources Council 2022 Spring Volunteer Workdays

Email RSVP to Mariah at mauman@bnrc.org or Charlotte at chood@bnrc.org April and May volunteer workdays are posted below. June, July, and August workdays will be posted in early June. NEW: NestWatch Community Science Volunteer Opportunity (family-friendly) What: NestWatch is a nationwide nest monitoring program led by Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology and supported by…

Mariah

Calendar, Events, Properties, Walks

04 Mar 2022

Vernal Pool & Sunset Walk at the Hoosac Range, North Adams

Join us on an early spring walk to learn about vernal pools and why it is important to protect these vital breeding grounds for amphibians and other fascinating creatures. Rescheduled for Wednesday, April 20, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm (Up to 12 participants) RSVP to Charlotte at chood@bnrc.org. Difficulty: Moderate (moderate pace,…

Mariah