Events

In addition to special events that occur throughout the year, Harvard Forest regularly hosts the following:

  • Our Biweekly Seminar Series typically occurs every other Wednesday during the academic year
  • Our annual Ecology Symposium occurs each spring
  • A student research Symposium occurs at the culmination of our Summer Research Program in Ecology each August
  • The Charles Bullard Lecture Series occurs each October

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Public Event: Tree Identification Walk

Harvard Forest - Fisher Museum 324 N. Main St, Petersham, MA, United States

Come learn how to identify trees with Elodie, our Education Assistant! We will practice basic native tree ID through bark, twig, bug, and leaf while walking the trails at Harvard Forest. Not only will we become more familiar with the trees in our landscape, but we will also learn about the important research at Harvard […]

Public Event: 32nd Annual Student Symposium

Harvard Forest - Fisher Museum 324 N. Main St, Petersham, MA, United States

Every summer, Harvard Forest's Summer Research Program in Ecology culminates with a Student Symposium, in which each student intern discusses their research at the Forest. Join us as we celebrate their contributions to the community! Agenda and RSVP forthcoming.

Schoolyard Ecology Summer Institute for Educators

Harvard Forest - Fisher Museum 324 N. Main St, Petersham, MA, United States

The Schoolyard Ecology program helps teachers get their students outside to see how climate change is affecting their schoolyards. This 2-day professional development opportunity includes workshops throughout the day and optional trail walks. Agenda and further details forthcoming. This event is open to current and prospective Schoolyard Ecology educators. Reach out with questions to Katharine […]

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