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Shanta - w/ Art by Matto

Acoustic Rock and Performance Art w/ Live Painting by Matto https://www.facebook.com/pages/Art-by-Matto/119379136563

When: Mar 3, 2012 10 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 22 )

Shanta

Come down to the cellar to be serenaded! With special guest, Matto, who will be painting live on stage.

When: Jan 28, 2012 10 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22 )

Shanta

Come down to the cellar to be serenaded! With special guest, Matto, who will be painting live on stage.

When: Jan 27, 2012 10 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22 )

Friday Night Dance Party!

The Hottest New Dance Club in the Area to meet new People and dance to new and old dance music, rock and country requests! DJ Mike Perrier and Bobby Booyah host each Friday evenings event. Come check out what the talk is about.....

When: Jan 27, 2012 9 PM to Jan 28, 2012 1 AMin Easthampton, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21 )

100th Anniversary Gala

4:00pm -5:00pm Cocktail hour... Dinner to follow with choices of: prime rib, baked stuffed chicken, or vegetable lasagna. Entertainment by Eddie Foreman Orchestra Band. Tickets on sale now!!!

When: Apr 28, 2012 4 PM to Apr 28, 2012 10 PMin Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: $50/ person...Due to limited seating tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis...don't miss out, buy your ticket today! (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 16 )

Los Straitjackets

When: Jun 2, 2012 12 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00 )

Wayne Morphew

When: Feb 10, 2012 9 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21 )

NRP presents: Treasure Island

New Renaissance Players Present Treasure Island at the Shea! 7 PM shows on Friday Feb 17th, Thursday Feb 23rd, Friday Feb 24th 2 PM Matinees Feb 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th



When: Feb 26, 2012 2 PM to Feb 26, 2012 4 PMin Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: 10 - 10 USD (Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14 )

HydroElectric - The Uncomfortables - Spoken Like A True Hero - Roadhorse - BLACK PYRAMID

•Black Pyramid •Spoken Like A True Hero •Roadhorse •The Uncomfortables

When: Mar 31, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Sat, 31 Mar 2012 18 )

The Black Heart Epidemic - Shadows Fall - Acaro - WrenchNeck - Shred of Salvation

The Shea theater presents: Shadows Fall and guests (ALL AGES) The Shea Theater Turners Falls, MA Join us for an intimate all ages evening with heavy metal giants Shadows Fall with guests: Shred of Salvation, Wrenchneck, The Black Heart Epidemic and Acaro The Shea theater is an intimate space with a capacity of less than 400, located at 71 Avenue A Turners Falls, MA 01376 www.shadowsfall.com www.facebook.com/ShredofSalvation www.facebook.com/WrenchNeck www.facebook.com/TheBlackHeartEpidemic www.acarometal.net

When: Feb 19, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: 25 - 25 USD (Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18 )

Janet LaBelle

When: Mar 3, 2012 7 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19 )

Luthier's Co-Op - Open Mike

Open Mike
Every Wednesday at 6:30pm

When: Feb 1, 2012 12 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00 )

Early-Morning Birding

Sharpen your bird identification skills during the spring migration. These programs are open to birders of all levels. Meet at the designated location with binoculars and dress for the weather. Programs will be cancelled if theres heavy rain. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=74-AR12SP2 for more information.


When: May 5, 2012 7 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $0.00m/ $5.00nm (Sat, 05 May 2012 07 )

Ponding for Families

Come to Arcadia to explore life in a spring pond. After a brief introduction, families will take net in hand and explore what lives beneath the muck of our pond. At this time of year, we hope to find frogs, both tadpoles and adults, along with a huge abundance of aquatic macroinvertebrates. Longtime Arcadia camp counselor and environmental educator Rebecca Moretti will first review pond critters with a fun game, discuss the ecology and unique adaptations that animals have to survive in a wet environment, and provide the group with nets and bug boxes to explore what lurks in the pond. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=340-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 14, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $5.00m/ $7.00nm, Children $5.00m/ $7.00nm (Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10 )

Tulip Trees at Robinson State Park

Robinson State Park is home to more than 50 species of trees. It is best noted for its mature tulip trees which reach to heights of 130 to 135 feet with one tree reaching 141.9 feet. The tulip tree community is outstanding, surpasses any known in Massachusetts, and gives you the feel of being in the south. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=825-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 15, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Tue, 15 May 2012 09 )

April Vacation Days at Arcadia

Come to Arcadia to explore the natural world and celebrate spring during school vacation. We will go on lots of hikes, visit a vernal pool, look for spring wildflowers, and search for early insects. We will have a new theme each day as well as nature riddles, mysteries, and games. A complete list of what to bring will be sent upon registration. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=167-AR12SP3 for more information.


When: Apr 19, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $48.00m/ $60.00nm (Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09 )

April Vacation Days at Arcadia

Come to Arcadia to explore the natural world and celebrate spring during school vacation. We will go on lots of hikes, visit a vernal pool, look for spring wildflowers, and search for early insects. We will have a new theme each day as well as nature riddles, mysteries, and games. A complete list of what to bring will be sent upon registration. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=167-AR12SP2 for more information.


When: Apr 18, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $48.00m/ $60.00nm (Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09 )

April Vacation Days at Arcadia

Come to Arcadia to explore the natural world and celebrate spring during school vacation. We will go on lots of hikes, visit a vernal pool, look for spring wildflowers, and search for early insects. We will have a new theme each day as well as nature riddles, mysteries, and games. A complete list of what to bring will be sent upon registration. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=167-AR12SP4 for more information.


When: Apr 20, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $48.00m/ $60.00nm (Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09 )

Hallockville Pond Mill Trail Walk

Join historian Mike Whalen for a casual natural and cultural history tour of the former mill village of Hallockville in Hawley. Explore the extensive ruins of several 19th-century mill sites, and rediscover the diverse industries that once flourished along King Brook. This easy one-mile excursion will loop around picturesque Hallockville Pond and feature old pine forest, mountain laurel, and massive glacial erratics. Directions will be given upon registration. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=859-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 21, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10 )

Vernal Pool Certification

Vernal pools are hot spots for biodiversity in the New England woods, but their biological richness may be impaired or destroyed by development. You can help the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program identify and protect these important habitats through certification. Naturalist David McLain, will review the ecology of a vernal pool and species that live there, along with the steps to certify a vernal pool. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=227-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 3, 2012 7 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $7.00m/ $9.00nm (Tue, 03 Apr 2012 19 )

Great Blue Herons

The great blue heron, not to be confused with the pterodactyl, is a prehistoric-looking majestic wading bird. Come learn about the ecology and behavior of this bird and other family members through a brief slide show. Afterward, we will drive a short distance and take a walk to view a rookery (communal nesting area), where we should be able to see adults coming in for the night and possibly young in the nest. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=57-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 14, 2012 3 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15 )

Bear Swamp Reservation Discovery Hike

Explore the rocky woodlands and extensive glacial wetland ecosystem along a moderate 3-mile hike at Bear Swamp Reservation in Ashfield. Here the dense forest shelters ample remnants of both natural and human history waiting to be rediscovered. Prominent stone walls built 200 years ago by farmers to mark their fields bisect the property and offer fascinating reminders of dramatic changes in the land. Located on a 1,500-foot ridge of metamorphic rock, Bear Swamp offers an amazing diversity of flora and fauna within an exceptional range of topography that was sculpted by the last ice age. A definite highlight is the Lookout Trail which, in early spring, affords a wonderful view of the beaver pond directly below the craggy ledge. This is an ideal program for nature lovers seeking something off the beaten track. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=742-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 7, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10 )

Bird Sounds... Songs and Calls

Learning to identify the calls of birds can be overwhelming because it sometimes seems as though they sound alike. Many tricks to learn bird songs do exist, and we will share them in this introduction to bird sound course. Learn the difference between the three mimics and the five robin sound-a-likes. See how listening goes hand in hand with knowing the behavior of certain species for their identification. We will also review some of the resources available in aiding you with your bird sound identification. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=626-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 11, 2012 7 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19 )

Birding by Canoe

Enjoy canoeing and birding Why not blend the two Naturalist and Ecological Manager David McLain will lead this evening canoe/birding adventure into the Arcadia marsh. By this time great blue herons will have nested nearby so we will keep an eye out for these large wading birds. Kingfishers, yellow warblers, cedar waxwings, and eastern phoebes, along with several species of woodpeckers, are often seen flying or perched by the river. Of course well look at a few vernal wildflowers along the way, and keep our eyes peeled for muskrats, beavers, and otters. This will be an easy paddle; however, prior canoe experience is required. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=460-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 11, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Fri, 11 May 2012 18 )

Windsor Bush Discovery Hike

Join historian Mike Whalen for an adventurous natural and cultural history hike in the mysterious hills of the Windsor Bush. This moderate-difficult trek through highland forest well explore an amazing deep-river gorge, abundant wildlife habitat, and the cultural legacy of 19th-century farms. The Bush holds many secrets, and well discover such fascinating topics as the making of spruce-oil from local trees and haunting tales of the Windigo. Bring a lunch and wear sturdy, waterproof shoes. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=862-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 28, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10 )

Trees, Glorous Trees

Come celebrate glorious trees on Earth Day. Trees are so valuable to us: among their attributes they provide us with food, shade, and oxygen to breath, and they help reduce green house gases. Join us to learn about some of the different trees found at Arcadia, how the bark, leaves, and buds are different, and that each has its own purpose. We will make bark rubbings and even get dressed up like a tree. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=852-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 22, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $5.00m/ $7.00nm, Children $5.00m/ $7.00nm (Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10 )

Birding the Amherst Rail Trail

Join naturalist and photographer John Green for a walk along the Amherst Rail Trail. We will look for both residents and migrants as well as signs of nesting birds. Well keep an eye and ear out for warblers,woodpeckers, flycatchers, grackles, red-wings, and more. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=629-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 28, 2012 7 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07 )

April Vacation Days at Arcadia

Come to Arcadia to explore the natural world and celebrate spring during school vacation. We will go on lots of hikes, visit a vernal pool, look for spring wildflowers, and search for early insects. We will have a new theme each day as well as nature riddles, mysteries, and games. A complete list of what to bring will be sent upon registration. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=167-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 17, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $48.00m/ $60.00nm (Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09 )

Novice Digital Capture and Photoshop

Learn to create stronger nature images immediately in the field. Fundamentals of digital photography with nature as our subject matter will be discussed and reviewed in every session. We will experience the basics of digital capture while we focus on the creative aspects of nature photography. Our cameras various controls and menu selections will be explored step-by-step, including the zoom lens, viewfinder, focus control, ISO, aperture and shutter controls, resolution, and battery power. This is a hands-on workshop and the how we use that control now will be explored outside together. Then we will walk into Arcadias indoor classroom. We will immediately learn how to transfer the images in our camera to a laptop computer. Adobe Photoshop Elements 9.0 will be used to demonstrate methods of color correction and some basic image enhancement. We will leave each and every class with an improved version of that nights original capture. This is a learn-by-doing experience. We will be invited to practice at home with fun and creative weekly assignments. Each night our new images are discussed in an informal critique session with warmth and respect. Participants need to bring in an inexpensive flash drive to class. The instructors laptop will be used to transfer images to our flash drives weekly. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=812-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 2, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $140.00m/ $155.00nm (Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18 )

Animal Tracks

Identifying and following an animal track can teach us a lot about the animals that live in our area and their behavior. The forest is full of signs of wildlife. Indoors we will play a track game, make a track craft, and then head outdoors using our new knowledge of tracks. We will learn to read these tracks and signs, which provide both mysteries and answers. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=132-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 25, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $4.00m/ $6.00nm, Children $4.00m/ $6.00nm (Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10 )

Eagles at Quabbin

Quabbin Reservoir is one of the best locations in the state to look for wintering bald eagles. We will meet at the visitor center, then carpool up to Enfield Lookout. Along with eagles, we will look for common ravens and eastern coyotes, which are often seen when the reservoir is frozen. Depending on conditions, we may take a short walk in search of other birds and animal tracks. Bring a lunch, and we will warm up at the visitor center with a slide show on Quabbin history and the Bald Eagle Restoration Project. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=155-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 25, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10 )

Ecological Management Conference

Throughout the year, many people do research at Arcadia and in surrounding natural areas. For some this is the first year; for others these projects have gone on for years, or even decades Join us for our annual gathering to report on ecological management and research projects. Topics this year may include research on habitat management and restoration for birds, rare plants, grasslands, dragonflies, freshwater mussels, amphibians, mammals, and more. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=847-AR12WI1 for more information or call (413) 584-3009.


When: Mar 3, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: $0 (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 09 )

February Vacation Days at Arcadia

Come to Arcadia to explore the natural world during school vacation. Children ages 6 to 11 may sign up for one or all four days since activities will differ. We will begin each day with games, followed by a morning circle that will introduce the themes. Much of each day will be spent outdoors searching for animal tracks and signs, watching birds, and learning about winter adaptations. We will play plenty of games and have a daily nature mystery and riddle. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=235-AR12WI5 for more information.


When: Feb 24, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $48.00m/ $60.00nm (Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09 )

Tracking and Animals Signs at Laughing Brook

At one time, being able to read tracks was vital for survival. Tracking is more than simply finding a trail and following it, and prints arent always necessary to track an animal. The forest is full of signs that tell us about the wildlife within. Learn to read the tracks and signs left by animals. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=342-AR12WI2 for more information.


When: Feb 18, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $3.00m/ $5.00nm, Children $3.00m/ $5.00nm (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10 )

Winter Wildlife

In winter we humans can go into our houses, turn up the heat, and stay warm. Outdoors we put on snowsuits, boots, and mittens. But what about wildlife species Play a game to learn about hibernation, migration, and sleepers. Find out which animals stay around and their strategies for surviving the winter. Make a jello pretend animal and see if it can survive the cold This is an indoor/outdoor program for families with children ages five and over. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=723-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 11, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $5.00m/ $7.00nm, Children $5.00m/ $7.00nm (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10 )

Waconah Falls State Forest Snowshoe Trek

Experience deep evergreen forest, glacier erratics, and cascading falls while snowshoeing this easy 1.5 mile trail along Wahconah Falls Brook. Look for signs of the talc mines that once utilized the brook for power and learn how to identify winter trees and animal tracks along the way. This snowshoe trip is easy with some down-hill climbs, perfect for families and beginners. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=857-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 11, 2012 11 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm, Children $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11 )

Evening At the Galapagos

Join Janet Bissell and Anne Lombard for an evening presentation on the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador. Enjoy slides of the indigenous animal life that inspired Darwins thinking on adaptation and the evolution of species. Discussion will include the ecological changes over the years and the current political and conservation issues of the archipelago. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=851-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 7, 2012 7 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $5.00m/ $8.00nm (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19 )

Project Wild: Mammal Tracking and Mammal Sounds

Educators of kids in grades k-12 are invited to a special Project WILD workshop at Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center. Project WILD is an award- winning interdisciplinary, conservation, and environmental education program that emphasizes wildlife, people and the environment. The program guide contains over 100 activities for K-12 educators. We will model several activities that teach teach about a variety of different Massachusetts mammals, as well as highlighting the animal tracks and sounds unique to those species. Please plan on being outdoors for at least part of this workshop; we will track animals in the field and learn the different track patterns. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the Project WILD Activity Guide, Pocket Guide to MA Animal Tracks, natural history information about local mammals, a bibliography of mammal sounds, 6 hours towards PDPs as well as a certificate of completion. The workshop will be taught by Kim Noyes, Education Coordinator at Northfield Mountain and Patti Steinman, Education Coordinator for Massachusetts Audubons Connecticut River Valley Sanctuaries. Pre-registration is required. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=854-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 11, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $25.00m/ $25.00nm (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09 )

Owl Moon

Come see a magical shadow puppet presentation of Jane Yolens classic book Owl Moon and learn about the seven native owl species in Massachusetts. After the show, well take a walk in the dark brisk winter woods to call for owls. We cant guarantee that we will see or hear owls, but we will certainly have fun trying. After the walk, we will return indoors to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and a snack. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=139-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Jan 28, 2012 5 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $6.00m/ $8.00nm, Children $6.00m/ $8.00nm (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17 )

Winter Crows

Learn about the natural history of one of our most common birds, the American crow. Join Patti Steinman for a slide show about crows and their relatives, followed by a trip to Springfield where we hope to observe a spectacular natural event as the birds congregate by the thousands at a nighttime roost. Finding such a place is not always easy because the crows often change location, so we will watch the skies as the crows fly and then follow them in cars. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=149-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 5, 2012 2 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14 )

Snowshoe Trek at the Keystone Arches

Snowshoe along the West Branch of the Westfield River to view these spectacular stone arch railroad bridges coined the Railroad to the Moon while discovering animal tracks and winter trees and plants. Some up-hill climbs involved, moderate to strenuous snowshoe. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=856-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Jan 28, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10 )

Winter Raptors

Winter is a great time to observe raptors (birds of prey) flying over the fields in search of prey. Both the east and west meadows are often ideal spots to view some of these majestic birds such as the red-tailed hawk, the northern harrier, and even the hardier falcons such as the merlin. The forests and suburban areas are good places for the accipiters such as sharp-shinned and Coopers hawks. Depending on hawk sightings and snow cover, our location may change, requiring us to carpool. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=564-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Jan 28, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $8.00m/ $12.00nm (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10 )

Spring Wildflowers at Marion Sherman Lynes Wildlife Sanctuary

Join botanists Connie Parks and Janet Bissell for a walk to learn and enjoy the wildflowers at the Marion Sherman Lynes Wildlife Sanctuary in Southampton. We will visit several habitats in hopes of seeing a variety of species such as goldthread, bloodroot, spring beauty, and mayflower. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=433-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 9, 2012 9 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $5.00m/ $8.00nm (Wed, 09 May 2012 09 )

The Big Night

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary in Easthampton will offer an enchanted family evening. Guided tours will leave the nature center every 15 minutes to travel a 45-minute enchanted forest trail where participants will meet costumed characters from vernal pools, which are the only places where animals such as spotted salamanders, wood frogs, and fairy shrimp can breed. Meet some of these critters and learn about their lives through short animated and humorous skits. Indoors, learn more about vernal pools through games, slide presentations, and live pond critters. Pre-paid advance registration is required for this event. You can register in person, by mail, or by phone. When you register, please choose your hike time. If it is extremely cold or there is heavy rain, the outdoor portion of this program will be brought indoors. Spaces fill quickly, especially for the early slots, so call today. Hike times: every 15 minutes beginning at 5:45 pm and ending at 7:45 pm. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=445-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 31, 2012 5 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $6.00m/ $8.00nm, Children $6.00m/ $8.00nm (Sat, 31 Mar 2012 17 )

Spring Fling at Moran Wildlife Management Area

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a casual exploration of the Berkshire Plateau landscape at Eugene Moran Wildlife Management Area. Open grasslands and boreal forest offer a splendid diversity of flora and fauna on this former hilltown dairy farm. Stunning westerly views of Mount Greylock, the states highest peak, and remnants of past agricultural activity make this an idyllic setting for outdoor discovery. This is the perfect hike to revel in the changing season. Sturdy waterproof shoes are recommended for boggy trail conditions. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=861-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 24, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10 )

Dance of the American Woodcock

Come witness one of the most spectacular dances on earth, the courtship display of the American woodcock. Normally a reclusive forest dweller, the male of this game bird species takes center stage in his springtime dance to attract a female. The male struts and calls out a nasal peeent, then suddenly spirals into the air and gives a sweet call before zigzagging down, and then begins the show all over again. We will start with a brief slide presentation, then head outdoors for the show. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=69-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 24, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 18 )

Girl Scout Badge:Sky Search for Juniors

Join Kevin Kopchynski to earn your Sky Search Badge. We hope the skies will be clear and we can go out to observe the stars, moon, and constellations firsthand. If not, we will learn about the stars and complete the requirements indoors. Arcadia does not provide the badges. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=465-AR12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 3, 2012 5 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $8.00m/ $8.00nm (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 17 )

South Hawley Ghost Town Hike

Join historian Mike Whalen on a rediscovery of the long-forgotten ghost village of South Hawley. Located deep in the highland forest of southwestern Franklin County, this area was once a thriving farming community of independent pioneers who prospered along a bustling stage road. Today, all that remains are the cellar holes and scattered remnants of a deserted era. This 4-mile moderate hike will explore the archaeology, culture, and dramatic transformation of South Hawleys landscape. Springtime flora and extensive beaver habitat will also highlight the excursion. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=864-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 5, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Sat, 05 May 2012 10 )

Spring Evening in the Meadows

Join Arcadia staff and volunteers on a visit our unique grassland at dusk. At this time of the year, many birds are just arriving to establish their territory, beaver may be swimming around the floodplain, and the sounds of amphibians will provide a nice chorus. Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=853-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 5, 2012 6 PM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $8.00m/ $10.00nm (Sat, 05 May 2012 18 )

Spring Plant and Tree Identification at The Historic Becket Quarry

Come explore this 300-acre preserve while learning to identify native plants and trees. This 3-mile, moderate trek features artifacts of the former Hudson-Chester granite Quarry that was in operation from the 1860s to 1960s such as wooden derricks, old rail lines, jagged granite rock remains as well as scenic northeasterly vistas and native fauna and flora Registration is required. Call (413) 584-3009 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=858-AR12SP1 for more information.


When: May 5, 2012 10 AM in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $15.00nm (Sat, 05 May 2012 10 )

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