If you're looking
to spend some quality time outdoors with your family, you can't miss in
the Berkshires. Whether you choose to spend an afternoon on horseback,
or an evening at the ballpark, your family will end up with smiles on
their faces.
Ashuwillticook
Rail Trail
Less than 20 minutes from Jiminy, the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is a
former railroad corridor converted into a 10-foot wide paved path suitable
for walking, jogging, biking, and rollerblading. The Ashuwillticook
Rail Trail passes through the Hoosac River Valley, between Mt. Greylock
and the Hoosac Mountains. Cheshire Reservoir, the Hoosac River, and
associated wetland communities flank much of the trail offering outstanding
views and abundant wildlife. The trail is 11 miles long, beginning at
the Berkshire Mall and ending in the center of Adams. Bike rentals are
available at Jiminy this year.
Berkshire
Horseback Adventures
Travel along the beautiful shaded trails of Kennedy Park and Lenox Mountain,
enjoying breathtaking views of Berkshire County. Berkshire Horseback
Adventures has a full menu of opportunities, from one hour pleasure
rides to overnight camping trips.
Harmony Trails
Harmony Trails features guided rides on beautiful horses. There are
a variety of trails to choose from - all with beautiful views to enjoy.
Harmony Trails is licensed and child friendly, offering rides for everybody
from first timers to advanced riders. Pony rides are also available.
Please call ahead.
Ioka
Valley Farm
A real working farm less than a half mile from Jiminy. See how real
maple syrup is made or have a picnic, pet the baby animals at Uncle
Don's Barnyard or take a hayride. There's always something fun to do
at Ioka.
Several options exist for baseball fans. Professional baseball has been
played in Pittsfield dating all the way back to the early 1900's, and
perhaps even earlier. Minor league affiliates of the Boston Red Sox,
Chicago Cubs, Pittsfield Mets, Houston Astros, Texas Rangers, and Milwaukee
Brewers have all called Pittfield home.
North Adams Steeplecats
The Steeplecats open their third season in June. The New England Collegiate
Baseball League is summer collegiate baseball at its best! The League
starts its summer season in early June and plays an eight week 42-game
per team schedule.
Tri-City
Valleycats
Formerly the Pittsfield Astros of the NYPenn League, the Valleycats
have their home opener at Joe Bruno Stadium, less than an hour from
Jiminy, scheduled for Wednesday, June 23. Hopes are high as the Minor
League affiliate of the Houston Astros enter their third season.
Several options exist if you would prefer something indoors to do as
well.
Berkshire
Museum: Located in downtown Pittsfield right next to Center Square.
This is a great museum that rotates in a new theme every six months.
Berkshire
Mall: Over 70 stores which include JC Penny, Sears, Filene's, Eddie
Bauer, Eastern Mountain Sports and Old Navy. Right between Route's 7
and 8 in Lanesborough.
Hancock
Shaker Village: Learn about how the Shakers worked, ate, slept and
lived by visiting this one of a kind village. And kids love seeing the
baby animals at the Hancock Shaker Village farm.
Images
Cinema: Independent Film for Independent Minds. For Show show times and event schedules click the link
above.
MASSMoCA:
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art is the largest museum of
its kind in the nation and it never stops growing.
Prime
Outlets at Lee: Over 60 designer outlets that are easily accessible
just off exit 2 of the Pike.
For more online
information on area activities for families, visit the Williamstown
Chamber of Commerce's website and the Berkshire
Visitors Bureau Web Site
