Author: Heritage Conservancy
Farm to Table 2025 Raises Over $180,000 for Local Conservation Efforts
On a perfect summer evening beneath a blue June sky, guests gathered at the picturesque Russell-Mandel Preserve to celebrate and support Heritage Conservancy’s mission. Our annual Farm to Table fundraiser…
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Name That Tree: Five PA Trees to Identify by Bark Alone
Tree identification can be an intimidating pursuit. The path of least resistance involves keeping vague that blanket of green that provides us with shade in the summer. I took that…
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A Guide to Spring Birds in Pennsylvania
With spring, we’re welcoming back a whole suite of birds that haven’t been around since early fall. While you’re out and about, keep an eye (and ear) out for the…
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An Oak for Any Scenario: A Guide to Native Oak Trees in Pennsylvania
Learn how to identify native oak trees in Pennsylvania and understand their critical role in forest ecosystems, wildlife habitat, and conservation.
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Reading Recommendations for Women’s History Month
Happy Women’s History Month! To celebrate the occasion, we have collected reading recommendations from some of Heritage Conservancy’s staff members, who enjoy reading about history and ecology. From historical fiction…
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Three Plant Families for Pollinators: A Spring Planting Guide
Are you hoping to attract more pollinators to your land? When it comes to supporting pollinators, there are three plant families that deserve a shout out. Asters, Mints, and Legumes…
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Stewardship Story: Restoring Pennsylvania’s Threatened Magnolia Species
Did you know that Pennsylvania is home to three native magnolia species? These ancient flowering plants are known for their large flowers that originally evolved before most of the pollinating…
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Read the Winners of Heritage Conservancy’s 100 Wild Words Nature Writing Contest
Our second annual nature writing contest, 100 Wild Words, challenged kids to connect with nature in their community and capture the experience in 100 words or less. Winners were announced…
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Lichens: Unassuming Beings That Will Blow Your Mind
Lichens play an essential role in forest health and air quality. Discover why these overlooked organisms matter in Pennsylvania ecosystems.
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Remembering the Honorable William Hart Rufe III (September 6, 1932 to January 14, 2025)
The Honorable William Hart Rufe III, known affectionately to friends and family as Hart, passed away at the age of 92 in Ft. Pierce, FL, on January 14, 2025, due…
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Seeps and Springs and Crawly Things
Despite climate change, things still get pretty frigid here in the northeast. You can see it in aquatic environments, where surface waters fall still, momentarily becoming sheets of ice. Small…
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Staff Favorites: Holiday Reading Recommendations
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up and learn more about nature. Whether you are looking for gift ideas for the nature lover in your life, a downtime-friendly book…
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Historic Aldie Mansion
85 Old Dublin Pike
Doylestown, PA 18901
