Nature Notes

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 ponds transform into arenas for ice hockey, and lakes and reservoirs offer ice fishing opportunities for men much braver than I. Even stretches of rivers […]

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Fast-Growing Native Plants for Your Garden

These swamp rose mallows were photographed in bloom at Heritage Conservancy’s Aldie Mansion. Whether you are starting a new garden, expanding an existing one, or filling in a bald spot, many gardeners find themselves in need of beautiful plants that will fill a large area quickly. When selecting aggressive, fast-growing plants, going native is crucial. […]

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The Colors of Fall

Aldie Mansion, Heritage Conservancy’s headquarters, bathed in autumn leaves. Some of us welcome the fall season with open arms, while others dread the onset of shorter days and frigid weather. However, I believe that both camps can appreciate just how beautiful our landscapes become each autumn. A seemingly uniform blanket of green transforms into a […]

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Events

    1. Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor)

      Native Tree ID Walk

      June 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
    2. Farm to Table 2025

      June 21 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    3. Pollinator and Photography Workshop

      July 24 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    4. Mushroom ID Walk

      August 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm