NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —   Beth Lambert, director of the Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) will give a presentation on Restoring Rivers and Rewilding Wetlands in Massachusetts on April 2 as part of MCLA's Green Living Seminar Series and the MCLA Environmental Studies Department.  

 

With 20 years of experience in river and watershed restoration across Oregon, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, Lambert brings a wealth of knowledge on ecological restoration. Her presentation will highlight key restoration initiatives in Massachusetts, the benefits of rewilding wetlands, and how these efforts contribute to climate adaptation and biodiversity conservation. 

 

Lambert leads the Massachusetts DER, a 30-person agency within the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game dedicated to restoring and protecting rivers, wetlands, and watersheds. DER staff work closely with communities, landowners, non-profit organizations, and state and federal agencies to revitalize aquatic ecosystems. Their efforts include removing aging dams, upgrading culverts, rewilding wetlands, and supporting community-driven restoration projects that enhance habitat and improve climate resilience. 

 

Presentations occur every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation (FCSI) Room 121. Each presentation is free and open to the public. Podcasts will be posted online following each presentation.   

 

All lectures will be recorded and can be replayed on the MCLA ENVI Youtube Channel and broadcast on Northern Berkshire Community Television Channel (NBCTC) 1302 at the following times:   

Community members can find up-to-date information about the schedule at mcla.edu/greenliving.