What an amazing day! We went to Mohawk Forest State Park in Charlemont and were led by Bob Leverett, Founder of Eastern Native Tree Society (& etc!). We hiked from 10 to 4 with no lunch break and it didn’t seem to matter as it was so gorgeous and so interesting. Bob is also highly… Continue reading

There was a chill in the air when we got started at Smith College field research forest, a 180 acre amazing place in Whately and Conway. The weather soon became so perfect! Early on we passed the old Smith College planetarium and wondered if it’s still actively used. It seemed well kept, but somehow “low… Continue reading

What a fantastic day. Tony and Joe had scouted out an historic hike through the State and Conway forests. No doubt about it, summer is winding down out in the woods. Lots of changes. It was really wonderful and very beautiful. After a bit of scenery photos, you’ll see Joe at the bridge that most… Continue reading

The photos are shared by Madge Howlett as I forgot my camera this week. We started out at Sue Bridge’s home for a 2 hour talk and walk around her home and land. 8 acres dedicated to permaculture (“food forest”). Her house off grid, and has all amenities that we all have – except we… Continue reading