Berkshire Family Hikes Events
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AS THE VIBRANT colors of fall begin to blanket the Berkshires , there ’ s no better time to get outside and explore the natural beauty of the region . This autumn , several local organizations are offering a variety of fun and accessible events , which are designed to get families and outdoor enthusiasts alike out on the trails . In collaboration with Berkshire Family Hikes , Berkshire Natural Resource Council ( BNRC ), and Williamstown Rural Lands , we ’ ve compiled a list of exciting hikes and activities that promise to make the most of the fall season .
Berkshire Family Hikes Events
Family Fall Discovery Hike
Date : Sunday , September 22 Time : 10 – 11:30 a . m . Location : Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve , Great Barrington Details : Explore autumn foliage and learn about seed dispersal with Berkshire Family Hikes & BNRC . Kids can choose leaves to preserve in beeswax for a fall leaf garland . Contact Taylor Staubach at berkshirefamilyhikes @ gmail . com for questions .
Child-Led Hike at The Mount
Date : Thursdays , September 12 & 26 Time : 10 – 11:30 a . m . Location : The Mount , Lenox Details : Join South Berkshire Kids & Berkshire Family Hikes for an easy hike and outdoor classroom experience . Email Jess at southberkshirekids @ gmail . com to register .
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Goodrich Memorial Footbridge at the end of Park Street in Stockbridge leads to Ice Glen , Laura ’ s Tower , and Mary Flynn trails .
FUN FALL HIKING EVENTS IN THE BERKSHIRES
AS THE VIBRANT colors of fall begin to blanket the Berkshires , there ’ s no better time to get outside and explore the natural beauty of the region . This autumn , several local organizations are offering a variety of fun and accessible events , which are designed to get families and outdoor enthusiasts alike out on the trails . In collaboration with Berkshire Family Hikes , Berkshire Natural Resource Council ( BNRC ), and Williamstown Rural Lands , we ’ ve compiled a list of exciting hikes and activities that promise to make the most of the fall season .
Anastasia Stanmeyer
Child-Led Hike at Parsons Marsh
Date : Thursdays , October 10 & 24 Time : 10 – 11:30 a . m . Location : Parsons Marsh , Lenox Details : Join South Berkshire Kids & Berkshire Family Hikes for an easy hike and outdoor classroom experience . Email Jess at southberkshirekids @ gmail . com to register .
Haunted Family Hike ( Session 1 )
Date : Saturday , October 26 Time : 4 – 5:30 p . m . Location : Old Mill Trail , Hinsdale Details : Join BNRC and Berkshire Family Hikes for a Haunted Hike featuring tricks , treats , and a spooky storytime . Costumes are encouraged , and the hike is designed for smaller children . Directions : From the center of Dalton , take Route 8 south to the Hinsdale line . From the town line , continue 4 / 10 miles to a left on Old Dalton Road . The trailhead parking is the first , immediate left , across from the Hinsdale Trading Company . GPS : 42.4480 , 73.1305 . Contact Taylor at berkshirefamilyhikes @ gmail . com for questions .
Haunted Family Hike ( Session 2 )
Date : Saturday , October 26 Time : 6 – 7:30 p . m . Location : Old Mill Trail , Hinsdale
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