Williamstown Rural Lands News

Goodbye, Hello

February 8, 2024

We wish long-time Assistant Director Cathy Talarico a long and fruitful retirement. She is leaving Rural Lands at the end of February after sixteen years  managing the Rural Lands administration,

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Farewell to a force of engagement

December 7, 2023

Anita Bradshaw Barker, one of our founding directors and dedicated supporters, has died. Ever the consummate engaged citizen, Anita’s legacy of volunteering includes service on many municipal and charitable boards,

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Kids Programs Schedule 2024

December 1, 2023

Scholarships are available for all programs, please inquire with Dana Williams, programs@rurallands.org! Registration for all programs will appear here! Nature Explorers School Vacation Programs School break nature programs for Grades

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WRL Overview

In this video, actress and Williamstown Theater Festival alumna Jessica Hecht introduces our land trust in northern Berkshire County, Massachusetts. Consider it your invitation to join us at our many WRL properties and events.

Upcoming Events

Repair Café at Sheep Hill

Repair Café at Sheep Hill

04/27/2024    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wobbly chair? Lamp that flickers? A hole in that knee? Want to catch up with neighbors? Bring your tired sweater, your broken chair, the cast-away knife without a handle -- [...]
Trail Workday: Trail sign installation at Sheep Hill

Trail Workday: Trail sign installation at Sheep Hill

05/01/2024    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$0.00
After 20 years and a few lost hikers, we're going to post trail signs along our Sheep Hill walking trails! Come join us as we install the sign posts and [...]
Sheep to Shawl Festival 2024

Sheep to Shawl Festival 2024

05/04/2024    
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
The beloved biennial Sheep to Shawl Festival is back at Sheep Hill! This celebration of all things sheep, natural fibers, and rural artisanry features the farmers and artisans who carry [...]
Guided Hike Series: Three Hills in Williamstown

Guided Hike Series: Three Hills in Williamstown

05/25/2024    
9:00 am - 11:30 am
$0.00
Three Hills in Williamstown Distance: 4.5 miles Difficulty: Moderately strenuous Hike Leader: Dusty Griffin The route goes up and over three hills on either side of the Taconic Trail, affording great [...]
Guided Hike: Transit to Trails

Guided Hike: Transit to Trails

06/15/2024    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$0.00
Transit to Trails Distance: 5.0 miles Difficulty: Moderately strenuous Hike Leader: Allen Pope Wouldn't it be nice to have a hike you don't necessarily have to drive to? This is just [...]
Guided Hike: Solstice Evening Hike Down the Shepherd's Well Trail

Guided Hike: Solstice Evening Hike Down the Shepherd's Well Trail

06/19/2024    
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
$0.00
Solstice Evening Hike Down the Shepherd’s Well Trail Distance: 1.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate Hike Leader: Jeff Strait This hike is the leader’s favorite after-dinner hike in the summertime. The sun will [...]
Sheep Hill Scientists - Summer Session I (Ages 5 - 8)

Sheep Hill Scientists - Summer Session I (Ages 5 - 8)

07/08/2024 - 07/12/2024    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come be a Sheep Hill Scientist this summer for Ages 5-8! Session I Theme - Nature Exploration - Join WRL staff to explore a different field of outdoor science each [...]
Sheep Hill Scientists - Summer Session II (Ages 5 - 8)

Sheep Hill Scientists - Summer Session II (Ages 5 - 8)

07/15/2024 - 07/19/2024    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come be a Sheep Hill Scientist this summer for ages 5-8! Session II Theme - All About Water - Join WRL staff to explore a different aspects of water and [...]
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