Finding My Flock
April 9, 2026
In the Berkshires, keeping chickens is practically a rite of passage. I never thought I’d join in—or have these hens matter so much to me.
Adventure in the Berkshires—hiking, biking, scenic views, and outdoor escapes to connect with nature in every season.
In the Berkshires, keeping chickens is practically a rite of passage. I never thought I’d join in—or have these hens matter so much to me.
One newbie embraces the sport—“dead bugs” and all—and winter magic in the Berkshires.
As she trains for the upcoming Olympic season, the world’s best skier is adding new dimensions to her story. She has just launched a podcast, is engaged to fellow racer Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, and has family roots growing even deeper in the Berkshires. She recently told The B about all three.
Matt Baumgartner didn’t set out to run a wedding venue—or star in a reality show. But the magical June Farms is ready for its close up.
Mountains of outdoor fun await—here’s what’s happening this season on our local trails.
Whether you’re in it for the views, the exercise, or the camaraderie, biking in the Berkshires offers something for every kind of rider.
How a horticulture course helped me reconnect with nature and find joy and meaning in learning again.
Event curator Lauren Fritscher of Berkshire Muse shares picnic setups that turn any Berkshires outing into a moment of ease, beauty, and presence—ideal for long, languid summer days.
Kevin West’s new book is an artful and practical guide to growing what you wish and savoring what you grow—rooted in wisdom, soil, and the simple pleasures of a well-tended life. Get a first look here.
With the help of local artisans and a lifetime of design instinct, Annie Selke transformed her Lenox property into a sanctuary made for gathering.
At a cabin on Lee’s Upper Goose Pond, lives intertwine for a few hours as Appalachian Trail hikers take in Berkshires’ beauty.
Berkshires’ town trees provide shade and beauty—meet a few of the dedicated crew that keeps them growing strong.
Ice yachting, once a Gilded Age obsession, still brings the thrills.
It’s ski season. Here’s what’s happening at the area’s top resorts.
Time to experience winter at your own pace with two easy-to-learn snow sports.
Take a nostalgic ride up Mount Greylock’s Summit Road with a 1955 snapshot from The Eagle’s archives, where timeless Berkshire views and vibrant fall foliage continue to inspire awe.
Discover Northwest Connecticut, where the Litchfield Hills meet the Appalachian Mountains. Explore waterfalls, scenic trails, charming towns, art, shopping, and dining—perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway.
Our region is rich in history that’s captured in statues, memorials, and markers. Don’t just drive or walk by—pause and learn from them. Here’s a look at nine to get you started.
The Osofsky family has been in the dairy business for three generations—and counting. The story of Ronnybrook Farm is as rich as the fresh milk they sell in their glass bottles.
St. John’s wort can be found growing wild and is valued for its medicinal properties (never consume anything that you cannot identify with 100% certainty).
Our writer swears she’s really lazy—but that doesn’t stop her from being an avid hiker.
Mikaela Shiffrin is a legend at age 28, the best ski racer of all time.
A native of Pittsfield, Heidi Voelker joined the U.S. Ski Team at 15 and competed in the 1988, 1992, and 1994 Olympics. After 27 years as a ski ambassador for Deer Valley, she’s still in Park City, Utah, with her family, and is now the western region manager for the U.S. Ski team. Voelker also played a pivotal role in Mikaela Shiffrin’s story—and she shares it here.