New to birding? Not sure where to start? This session will start with a discussion on basic tools, practices, and strategies for identifying birds and connecting with your local environment. We will then take a short walk to put what you’ve learned into practice. - This workshop is meant for those new to birding who […]
Join us as we look for arriving migrants at one or more hotspots in this birdy little town. The trip will consist of visiting 3-4 birdy spots with easy to moderate walking on grass or gravel paths, or along the roadsides. Meet at the Williamstown Public Library, 1095 Main Street at the intersection of Routes […]
Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Group Hike Berkshire National Fish Hatchery in New Marlborough Group Hike, Barbecue and Fly-Tying Clinic April 25th at 10:00 am Barbecue Lunch on the grill sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire National Fish Hatchery Optional Fly-Tying demo/lesson after lunch Hike Rating: Easy to Moderate 2.5 mile loop with 435 ft […]
New to birding? Not sure where to start? This session will start with a discussion on basic tools, practices, and strategies for identifying birds and connecting with your local environment. We will then stake a short walk to put what you’ve learned into practice. This workshop is meant for those new to birding who want […]
Hike Rating: Easy going with ups and downs and tree roots. Just over one mile around the pond. Option after the pond loop to climb to the Mount Everett Lookout from the picnic area and AT junction for another mile and 650 feet of elevation gain for breathtaking views. Bring your kayak or paddleboard for […]
Parking: Berry Mountain Vista Lot Main Entrance: 1041 Cascade Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Continue straight through the main entrance gate onto Berry Pond Circuit Road. The road bears left and up the mountain. Continue until you see a large vista and parking lot on your right. Hike Rating: Moderate 3.36 miles ridgeline hike with 600 […]
Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Group Tour Chester and Becket Railroad Tour, The Granite Line October 4th@1:00 pm Parking: On Hampden Street at the Chester and Becket Trailhead Chester 01011 Directions: From junction of Rts 20 & 102 in Lee, take Rt. 20 east and drive 18 miles to the Chester/Becket town line, turn right on Hampden […]
Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Group Hike Whistlers Cathedrals in Winter The Keystone Arch Bridges December 19th at 11:00 am Parking: 325 Middlefield Road Chester 01011 carpool from Parking at Chester Elementary School 42.29793, -72.98323 Directions: From junction of Rts 20 & 102 in Lee, take Rt. 20 east and drive 18 miles to the Chester […]
