Events

See the new signage at The Boulders and look for animal tracks! THE BOULDERS Wednesday, January 30, 10:00am – 12:00 pm Difficulty: Moderate (easy pace, moderate elevation change) Description: Hike the 1.5-mile green loop; winding through beautiful forest, complete with new trail signage and look for signs of wildlife! Please bring water,…

Join us on the beautiful CHP walking loop trail. In partnership with Community Health Programs, MA Department of Conservation and Recreation, Great Barrington Land Conservancy and Berkshire Natural Resources Council. Saturday, January 19, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Difficulty: Easy (easy pace, little elevation change) Description: Join us for a guided winter…

Observe the new accessible trail and marsh in winter! PARSONS MARSH Tuesday, January 8, 10:00 am – 11:30 am Difficulty: Easy Description: Join BNRC for a winter snowshoe hike on the new accessible trail and boardwalk at Parsons Marsh in Lenox. We may also explore other areas surrounding the marsh. Please bring…

Wrap up 2018 right—join us in climbing to the clearing on the Father Loop to enjoy the expansive views! ALFORD SPRINGS Saturday, December 29, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Difficulty: Moderate (moderate pace, moderate to difficult elevation changes) Description: Join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy and Berkshire Natural Resources Council in a…

Enjoy the setting sun and a quiet stroll of the flats. HOUSATONIC FLATS Wednesday, December 19, 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm Difficulty: Easy (easy pace, no elevation changes) Description: Join us for hot cider and a serene evening, 1 mile walk. Please bring water, dress in layers, and wear appropriate footwear (consider…

Hike through the fields and watch the sunrise over Yokun Ridge. HOLLOW FIELDS Friday, December 14, 6:45 am – 8:15 am Difficulty: Moderate, 2 miles (easy pace, moderate elevation changes) Description: Beginning our hike at first light, we’ll wind our way up the fields in time to catch the sunrise. After continuing…

No leaves? Let’s look at buds and bark! CHARCOAL TRAIL AT YOKUN RIDGE SOUTH Saturday, December 8, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Difficulty: Moderate (moderate pace, moderate elevation changes) Description: Join us for a 1.6 mile hike to look at identifying trees by using their buds and bark. Please bring a snack,…

Walk the north and south loops and learn about tree identification in winter. STEEPLETOP Sunday, November 18, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Difficulty: Easy to moderate (easy pace, little elevation changes) Description: Hike Steepletop Reserve that is Berkshire Natural Resource Council’s largest property. With more than 1,200 acres, miles of wood road, and expanses…

Cross the new bog bridging, observe the beautiful wetland, and learn about the history of this property! BOB'S WAY Wednesday, November 14, 10:00 am-1:00 pm Difficulty: Moderate (moderate pace, moderate elevation changes) Description:  This 2-mile hike highlights the history of Bob’s Way, ranging from the late 18th century to today.  With its…