Appreciating the Familiar In the spring of 2019, I studied abroad in Madagascar, an island where people live with some of the world’s most unique species. One of those incredible animals is the Panther Chameleon. This chameleon is endemic to northern/northeastern Madagascar and they absolutely thrive there. Seeing one of these large reptiles in the […]
The historic Shipley Lester House in Quakertown dates back to about 1815 and was linked to multiple notable local figures over its years. The property was recently added to Heritage Conservancy’s Register of Historic Places. Located in Quakertown Borough, the house has an interesting history related to prominent individuals in the community with ties to […]
Polyphemus Moth (Antheraea polyphemus). Moths are one of the many forgotten but ever-important insect groups that we have. Their more apparent and charismatic kin, the butterflies, seem to garner somewhat lopsided attention and appreciation, as do bees, ladybugs, lightning bugs, and praying mantises. Many of our moths aren’t particularly eye-catching, and most are active at […]
Over 200 guests gathered at Heritage Conservancy’s Russell-Mandel Nature Preserve on Saturday, June 15 for the annual Farm to Table fundraiser. From happy hour with music to plein air painting, an auction, and farm-fresh dinner in the fields, it was a night to remember! The event is one of Heritage Conservancy’s biggest fundraisers of the […]
Right now, if you look out the nearest window, I bet you can see a lawn. Or at the very least, you can walk a short distance to find one. As of 2005, NASA Earth Observatory estimated that the US has about 31.6 million acres of lawn across the country’s vastly different climate and soil […]
As spring fades into summer, many of us are busy in our gardens. While you are tending yours, why not consider using native plants? Most are resilient and easy to care for, and they are uniquely qualified to support local wildlife and host pollinators while adding beauty to your landscape. Here is a list of […]
If you were a raindrop being released from a cloud onto our watershed, all of our land area surrounding the Delaware River, what are 3-4 things that are in your watershed that you might land on? Where might you go after you land? This prompt kicked off a short reflection and journal time for students […]
Heritage Conservancy has been honored with the 2024 Pennsylvania Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence for its Nature Preserve Species Surveys and Educational Programs at its Croydon Woods Nature Preserve. The reclaimed Superfund site has become a neighborhood jewel, with trails used by community members and students. The award specifically recognizes community science, education, and biodiversity […]
At Heritage Conservancy’s recent Legacy Breakfast, sponsored by Wilmington Trust, N.A., guests gathered to learn about opportunities to make an impact on Heritage Conservancy’s mission and the greater community through planned giving and estate planning. Visionary philanthropists and members of Heritage Conservancy’s Legacy Society, Brian Clark and Colleen Kokas and Linda and Phil Cacossa, took […]
Spirits were high at this spring’s Business Partners Reception at Aldie Mansion. This annual happy hour event allows Heritage Conservancy to honor and celebrate the support of the many generous locals businesses that fuel its triple mission of land conservation, historic preservation, and community outreach and education. This year marked the first awards presentation. Three […]
