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September 2024
In the Zone, Part 1: Seeing the Forest for the Water – POSTPONED
In the Zone: A Two-Part Exploration of Riparian Buffers POSTPONED to SPRING at Tinicum Township Did you know that Pennsylvania’s woods have over 85,500 miles of streams within the state’s boundaries? Our forest ecosystems and freshwater ecosystems are completely entangled with each other. Understanding the impact of forest management on water quality is hugely important to responsibly caring for the land. Join the Master Watershed Stewards for a picnic and nature talk about riparian buffers, their importance, and their ecology.…
Find out more »Delaware River Kayak and Hendrick Island
Join Heritage Conservancy and the Delaware Canal State Park as we kayak from Bull's Island to Lambertville and stop for a short hike along the shore of Hendrick Island. This island has been noted as one of the oldest in the area, with archeological findings from the Lenape circa 500 A.D. Enjoy lovely views along this 7-mile kayak trip down the Delaware River! Tickets are $50 per person for the general public and $35 per person for current supporters of…
Find out more »In the Zone, Part 2: Caring for the Water Through the Forest – POSTPONED
In the Zone: A Two-Part Exploration of Riparian Buffers POSTPONED to SPRING at Columcille Megalith Park | 2155 Fox Gap Road, Bangor, PA The plants growing in and around our ponds, streams, and wetlands are vital to the broader ecosystem. But new challenges – from introduced pests and diseases to climate change – threaten their survival. In the face of these challenges, how can we help these plant communities thrive? Learn about establishing and maintaining riparian forests with Conservation Easement…
Find out more »A Hike Through Hexenkopf Preserve
Join us on Saturday, September 21st beginning at 9:30 AM for an early autumn walk through Hexenkopf Preserve in Williams Township, Northampton County – an area rich in both spooky folklore and biodiversity! Late September is an excellent time to appreciate fall foliage, mushrooms, migrating birds, and plenty more. Sebastian Harris, Heritage Conservancy's Easement Steward, will provide a guided hike through the preserve, pointing out various plants and animals that call this unique preserve home. Tickets are $20 for Heritage…
Find out more »October 2024
Pawpaw Festival
Come visit our Russell-Mandel Preserve (1515 Holicong Road, Buckingham, PA) for Heritage Conservancy’s first Pawpaw festival! Learn more about North America’s largest native edible fruit, some pawpaw-inspired treats, and habitat restoration. Get the chance to explore the grounds and our native gardens including guided hikes through our newly installed 5-acre pollinator meadow. We will have native plants for sale (including pawpaw seedlings!) with 25% of the proceeds going towards Heritage Conservancy’s mission. You will get the opportunity to learn more…
Find out more »Aldie Mansion and Tree Tour 2024
Heritage Conservancy is throwing open Aldie Mansion’s doors and garden gates! Enjoy this rare opportunity to tour one of Doylestown’s hidden historic gems and learn about the conservation work underway on the grounds. Trained docents and Heritage Conservancy’s Conservation Stewards will lead you through the gardens and first floor of the mansion for this historic tour and guided walk, highlighting the many tree specimens dotting the property. Tickets are $20 per person for the general public and $5 per person…
Find out more »Glow Hike
Experience Croydon Woods Nature Preserve like never before during this year's Glow Hike! Join our experienced guides for a safe and enchanting exploration of Croydon Woods Nature Preserve, during this after-hours adventure. Each group will receive a blacklight, and we’ll make stops along the trail to discover the hidden wonders of plants, animals, and fungi. Join us for this special evening event, and don’t miss this unique chance to see the natural world in a dazzling, new light! Location: Croydon…
Find out more »November 2024
Flora and Folklore
Explore the world of Lënapehòkink with our event, “Flora and Folklore: Lenape Tales, Plant Wisdom, and Woodland Walk,” at Croydon Woods Preserve. Experience immersive storytelling as Lenape guides share ancestral tales and insights into their traditions, highlighting the role of native plants in their culture. After the stories, enjoy a leisurely guided walk through the peaceful woods, where you’ll learn about the local plants that were essential to the Lenape way of life. This event offers a unique chance to…
Find out more »December 2024
Nature Nook Storytime
On Saturday, December 7th at 2:00 PM, join us at the Grundy Library to support our talented young artists and writers as they unveil their brand new children's book! Bring your kids to hear an enchanting story that follows the daily life of a young bird that lives right here in Bucks County. This project was made possible through the Danaher Lynch Family Foundation and their high school Creative Art Scholars. Through the talented efforts of the volunteers, they have…
Find out more »Christmas at Aldie 2024
Sunday, December 8th | 5:30 PM At Heritage Conservancy's historic Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike | Doylestown, PA 18901 Heritage Conservancy's Annual Christmas at Aldie event will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024! This year’s Christmas at Aldie will be in the style of a cocktail party. The fresh change will allow guests the opportunity to mingle, take in the spectacular decorations, and bid on exciting auction items displayed throughout the mansion all while enjoying delectable bites and…
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