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Heritage Conservancy’s Preserved Durham Bat Hibernaculum Wiped Out Due to White Nose Syndrome
Once said to be the last hope for saving our local and regional bat population, biologists from the Pennsylvania Game Commission discovered at winter’s end that the entire colony of bats living in the Durham bat hibernaculum has been decimated. The property on which the hibernaculum resides was acquired in 2002 by Heritage Conservancy, an […]
Findings from Riparian Buffer Study
Senior Planner, Susan Myerov, co-presented with Drew Shaw of Montgomery County Planning Commission at the 2013 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit at the end of January in Cape May, New Jersey. The summit explores the theme, “Weathering Change: Shifting Environments, Shifting Policies, Shifting Needs,” and features over 115 presentations on the latest science, education, […]
Amphibians Need Your Help
Help us continue our efforts in the Quakertown Swamp. Wetlands play a vital role in our environment and provide significant benefits. The Quakertown Swamp, located southeast of Quakertown in Bucks County, is a unique wetland that provides critical habitat for beaver, fox, over 91 species of birds, and numerous species of amphibians. Most amphibians require […]
The Story of Aldie
Limited edition book celebrates Heritage Conservancy’s 25th anniversary of restoration and occupation of historic Aldie Mansion The stately 1927 Aldie Mansion began its history as the private residence of William and Martha Mercer. An ode to the English Tudor manor, it evokes a time in America when craftsmanship reached an art form. After Martha Mercer’s […]
Holiday Events at Aldie Mansion
Historic Aldie Mansion is the home of Heritage Conservancy, a nonprofit land conservation organization that has been protecting Bucks County’s open spaces and historic places since 1958. Every year, the mansion is lavishly decorated for the holiday season. Experience the beauty of the seasonally adorned mansion by hosting your holiday party at Aldie! Proceeds from […]
The Process of Preservation
More times than not, when we ask people in the community how they heard about us, often the answer is, “I drove past one of your signs.” Our large signs with dark green print and a large oak tree logo are scattered among miles of rolling hills, agricultural fields, natural wetlands and forests across Pennsylvania […]
Your Vote is Needed!
In honor of First Savings Bank’s 90th Anniversary, we’ve been chosen as one of eight Bucks County, PA not-for-profits to participate in their “Anniversary Donation Challenge!” Click HERE to vote! You can vote once a day! Voting ends August 31st. First prize is $2,012, second prize is $1,912, and all participating organizations receive $200! ****Your […]
Local Groups, Organizations & Individuals Honored at our Annual Garden Party
We hosted our annual member appreciation and donor recognition event on Thursday, June 14th. Beautiful weather complimented the “Garden Party,” which included a cocktail reception on the Aldie Mansion terrace followed by an awards ceremony. Over 150 valued members, business members, and Board of Directors were in attendance, as well as special guests of members […]
Submissions for the 2012 Heritage Partnership Awards Program
Heritage Conservancy is reaching out to our friends, members, supporters and volunteers to help find deserving recipients for our 2012 Heritage Partnership Awards! Our Heritage Partnership Awards Program honors and recognizes individuals, organizations, government agencies, community groups and leaders who have made significant contributions in the areas of land conservation, historic preservation, watershed protection, sustainable agriculture, […]
