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Heritage Conservancy Unveils a New Community Mural at Croydon Woods Nature Preserve

April 16, 2024

On the first Saturday in April, Heritage Conservancy unveiled a colorful new mural highlighting the biodiversity and hiking appeal of Croydon Woods Nature Preserve. The work includes student artists from…

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Meet Heritage Conservancy Vice President Kris Kern, Land Conservation Leader

March 23, 2024

“Each project is nuanced and never exactly the same as the last,” Kris says. “That’s what keeps the work interesting and challenging, and motivates me to develop creative ways to…

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Heritage Conservancy and Warrington Township Conserve Nearly 175 Acres of Open Space

March 19, 2024

Reaching a massive milestone, Heritage Conservancy recently partnered with Warrington Township to ensure that open space dedicated as part of residential developments will remain open and accessible to the public, as…

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7 Ideas to Help Raise Eco-Conscious Kids

March 1, 2024

The environmental challenges that we face across the globe are daunting and overwhelming for us as adults to navigate, I can only imagine how helpless kids may feel about some…

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Celebrating the Historic A.M.E. Church of Yardley and Gather Place

February 27, 2024

On a quiet block of Canal Street, away from the bustle of Main Street, sits a vital landmark for a once burgeoning African American community in Yardley. “Main Street may…

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Meet our CEO: Bill Kunze, an Environmental Leader in Pennsylvania

February 6, 2024

“We are nurturing the past, present, and future of our community,” says William (Bill) Kunze, CEO at Heritage Conservancy. “When we imagine what kind of world we want to live…

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Nature in 100 Words or Less: Our Micro-Writing Contest Winners

January 16, 2024

The Community Outreach team at Heritage Conservancy recently challenged writers of all ages from Lower Bucks County to capture nature in 100 words or less. We received over 70 entries,…

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To Plant or to Protect? A Cost-Effective Alternative to Planting Trees

January 16, 2024

They say the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, and the next best time is today.  There are many good reasons to plant a tree. At…

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The Thomas Ellicott House

January 5, 2024

Heritage Conservancy has recognized nearly 700 local properties in Bucks and Montgomery Counties, adding them to its Register of Historic Places. Among its newest “inductees” is the Thomas Ellicott House…

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Guests Celebrate ‘The Waltz of the Snowflakes’ at Heritage Conservancy’s Annual Christmas at Aldie Celebration

December 19, 2023

On the first Sunday of December, in the shadow of our 16-foot-tall Christmas tree, over 150 people joined us for our 35th annual Christmas at Aldie celebration. It was a…

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Cheers to 35 Years: Chris Chandor’s Impact on Heritage Conservancy’s Work and Mission

December 18, 2023

From procedural improvements for the Board to his critical assistance in the saving of Aldie Mansion, Chris Chandor has contributed much to Heritage Conservancy in the last three and a…

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Make Your Own Christmas Bird Suet: The Perfect Last-Minute Gift or Family Craft

December 15, 2023

Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift or school break activity that benefits wildlife? Consider making some holiday-themed bird suet. It is an easy, cheap, and fun way to attract birds…

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