We’ll visit HBC member Ben Nickley, executive director of Berkshire Bird Observatory (https://www.berkshirebirds.org/), to get an up-close look at fall migrants passing through the county and learn more about the science and practice behind bird banding. This is a great opportunity to see and experience birds and their physiology up close. We’ll spend a couple […]
Join us as we search for migrating fall birds while bicycling along the paved Ashuwillticook Rail Trail. The trail is very low grade and paved. Meet in Cheshire at Farnam’s Causeway Road. This is north of Whitney’s Farm & Garden Center, mid-way down Cheshire Reservoir. What to bring: a bike, helmet, binoculars, water, and a […]
A walk along fields, wetlands, and hedgerows. Up to 2 mostly flat miles with some uneven terrain. This is restricted access property and not often open to the public. Learn more and register at https://hoffmannbirdclub.org/events/howden-farm-sheffield/
Look for migrating fall birds, including waterfowl, along the .6-mile trail and boardwalk. The walk features a small meadow, woodlands, and an overlook at one of the largest marshes in the central Berkshires. ADA ACCESSIBLE Meet at 170 Undermountain Road, Lenox (42.3644, -73.3049). Learn more and register at hoffmannbirdclub.org/events/parsons-marsh-lenox/
Join us as we search for migrating fall birds, but we will especially focus on sparrows. The trip will consist of visiting 2-4 birdy spots with easy to moderate walking on grassy or gravel paths or along the roadsides. Walking is easy. Learn more and register at https://hoffmannbirdclub.org/events/leaders-choice-williamstown/
Join us for our annual census of Central Berkshire lakes and wetlands. The trip involves driving in cars to many lakes, getting out, and counting every bird. Bring a scope and lunch; the trip ends at about 3:00 PM. There is very little walking on this trip. There will be a stop for apples and […]
Join us for our annual census of Northwest Connecticut lakes. Bring lunch and a scope. The trip ends at about 2:00 PM. Meet at Bartholomew’s Cobble, 105 Weatogue Road, Sheffield. Learn more here.
Monday, November 11 @ 7:00 PM, social time at 6:30 PM Live and on Zoom (email for Zoom link) HBC Monthly Meeting Berkshire Community College, Auditorium K-111 1350 West St, Pittsfield, MA 01201 Visitor parking is located on the right when entering the campus near the traffic circle. Enter at the ramp near the 4 flagpoles […]
Join us as we look for waterfowl, herons, and other birds on and around Laurel Lake. The group will be walking along Laurel Lake Road. Meet at the causeway on Laurel Lake Road, between Summer Street in Lee and Plunkett Street in Lenox. Learn more & register here.
Berkshire Running Foundation with the support of MountainOne will host the 9th annual Thankful 5K Walk and Run to benefit the South Community Food Pantry and Fuel Assistance Fund. Walkers and runners will complete the 5K course beginning and ending at Berkshire Community College 9am on Thanksgiving morning. Registration online is open until Tuesday November […]
