Eastern bluebirds, Tree swallows, and other beloved local species like Black-capped chickadees, Nuthatches, and House wrens all nest in tree cavities. However, if tree cavities are scarce, nestboxes will be used. Since 1981, Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center staff and volunteers have built and monitored cavity-nesting bird boxes in the fields around the Mountain. […]
Kid's Nature Art with Artist, Deborah Bazer On Satuday, March 9th from 10:00 a.m. until noon, create a dish garden with tiny stone walkways, magic pools, and enchanted forests inhabited by tiny people and animals, all made of natural materials. We’ll also plant seeds as part of a miniature garden to welcome in the spring. This […]
Destination Alaska Destination Alaska is an adventure story and slide show about being a guide for two sporting lodges in Alaska. One is a very remote lodge on the artisan peninsula and the other is a renowned fishing destination in Bristol Bay. World-class fishing and up-close encounters with dangerous wildlife, float planes, jet boats, and helicopters. Come […]
Have you ever wanted to try snowshoeing but didn’t know where to begin? On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we’re offering a free snowshoeing clinic to share the basics of snowshoeing and a short, fun hike on one of the introductory trails. If there is no snow, we’ll hike the trails, making it a fun […]
Celebrate the longest night of the year along the trails of Northfield Mountain. Join us as we illuminate the dark trails, enjoying quotes and history about winter solstice along the way. We’ll also observe the return of the light and the beginning of winter together in front of a warm and cozy campfire at a […]
National Hiking Day is November 17. Also known as “Take A Hike Day,” it may be one of the most important holidays out there. Why? For starters, there’s more than 60,000 miles of trails across the nation. Not to mention, hiking is great exercise allowing you to burn over 550 calories per hour. Plus, being […]
Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association High School Cross Country Tournament The full day of competition on Northfield Mountain’s trails will kick off at 11:00 a.m. with subsequent competitions beginning every 45 minutes throughout the day. High school cross country runners from Division 3A, 3B, and 3C schools will compete in races for boys and girls for […]
Reconnect to yourself and our forest neighbors with an afternoon of yoga and hiking. We’ll shift our focus between our inner and outer landscapes to deepen our presence and attune to nature as it manifests in our own bodies and the world around us. The hiking will be mostly silent, at a moderate pace with some elevation gain, and will alternate with periods […]
LAST WEEKEND before we close for the season!! Climb aboard Northfield’s scenic riverboat, Heritage, to enjoy a relaxing and informative journey down the Connecticut River. The French King Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Enjoy a relaxing hour and a half interpretive cruise on the Connecticut River! […]
LAST WEEKEND before we close for the season!! Climb aboard Northfield’s scenic riverboat, Heritage, to enjoy a relaxing and informative journey down the Connecticut River. The French King Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Enjoy a relaxing hour and a half interpretive cruise on the Connecticut River! […]
LAST WEEKEND before we close for the season!! Climb aboard Northfield’s scenic riverboat, Heritage, to enjoy a relaxing and informative journey down the Connecticut River. The French King Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Enjoy a relaxing hour and a half interpretive cruise on the Connecticut River! […]
The Great River Challenge (GRC) Off-Road Triathlon is a non-traditional race, consisting of paddle, run and bike legs. Held at the Northfield Mountain Recreation Center with its mountain trails and Connecticut River access, this event supports health and wellness and the signature programs of the Northfield Kiwanis Foundation for area children and families. Growing each year, […]
LAST WEEKEND before we close for the season!! Climb aboard Northfield’s scenic riverboat, Heritage, to enjoy a relaxing and informative journey down the Connecticut River. The French King Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Enjoy a relaxing hour and a half interpretive cruise on the Connecticut River! […]
LAST WEEKEND before we close for the season!! Climb aboard Northfield’s scenic riverboat, Heritage, to enjoy a relaxing and informative journey down the Connecticut River. The French King Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Enjoy a relaxing hour and a half interpretive cruise on the Connecticut River! […]
Reconnect to yourself and our forest neighbors with an afternoon of yoga and hiking. We’ll shift our focus between our inner and outer landscapes to deepen our presence and attune to nature as it manifests in our own bodies and the world around us. The hiking will be mostly silent, at a moderate pace with some elevation gain, and will alternate with […]
Our annual Family Fishing Day is Sunday, June 4th from 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. at Barton Cove. Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free at each site. At Barton […]