PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) will host its annual "Kids in Kayaks" program at the Westside Legends' Summer Block Party on Saturday, May 24, at Riverway Park in Pittsfield. 

 

Youth will have the opportunity to experience the Housatonic River hands-on, learn how to navigate it safely in a kayak, and discover the local flora and fauna found in and along the River. They will also gain insights into important environmental topics such as stormwater runoff and the water cycle. BEAT will be at Riverway Park offering this free program from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. In addition to BEAT's programming, the summer Block Party offers games, vendors, music, and more.

 

Kids in Kayaks is sponsored and organized by Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Pittsfield, MA.