HIKING GAITERS REIMAGINED
May 6, 2026
Locally designed and sustainably crafted Hikas are lighting up the trails
Adventure in the Berkshires—hiking, biking, scenic views, and outdoor escapes to connect with nature in every season.
Locally designed and sustainably crafted Hikas are lighting up the trails
A solo walk in the woods can be invigorating, but rambling with a pack can provide an even greater rush
A burgeoning birdwatcher offers a crash course for the Berkshires’ bird-curious
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.
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.
There are lessons to be learned from tending to plants—and they’re not necessarily what you might think.
Stunning vistas, ponds for swimming, rushing waterfalls, even a tree shaped like Yoda—these hills have it all.
Klocke Estate—a new brandy distillery, farm, and culinary destination—is putting down roots in Claverack, New York, and building a brand that will just get better with age.
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.
Your getting-started guide to vegetable gardening. See how simple it can be to “sow flavor and gather meals.”
Like her sister Eileen, Annie Herrick has warm memories of cold Berkshire winters and growing up with siblings that loved to ski.
Eileen Shiffrin—herself a masters ski racer, not to mention the celebrated longtime coach of her daughter, Mikaela Shiffrin—developed her passion for the sport and outdoor adventure right here in the Berkshires.
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.