Where Does Your Story Connect?
For almost 60 years, BNRC has helped protect the forests, farms, rivers, trails, and open spaces that shape life in the Berkshires. As we get ready to celebrate our 60th anniversary, we’re collecting the stories these places have inspired—from favorite hikes and family traditions to unforgettable wildlife encounters and memories of landscapes that have changed over time.
You don't need to write a perfect story.
A few sentences are enough.
Tell us about...
- the first place you fell in love with
- a trail you return to every year
- someone who introduced you to nature
- something you've seen change over time
- something you hope never changes
- a favorite memory outdoors
- the place that feels like home
We're especially looking for stories connected to:
- BNRC reserves and trails
- Conserved farms and forests
- Rivers, wetlands, and wildlife
- Volunteer experiences
- Guided hikes and events
- Landowners and conservation partnerships
- Places that have changed—or endured—over time
Need inspiration?
“I learned to fish with my grandfather on the Housatonic.”
“When I was little, this meadow seemed endless.”
“I remember when there were no houses on this road.”
“Every Thanksgiving morning, we hike The Boulders.”
Help us remember.
Every generation experiences a different Berkshires.
Places change. Wildlife returns. Farms disappear. Forests mature. Trails are built. Rivers recover. Communities grow.
Some memories disappear when the people who carry them are gone.
By sharing your story, you’re helping preserve the living memory of this place for future generations.