For this week's Fridays in the Forest workday, join us at the Quakertown Swamp in Quakertown, PA to remove invasive species. Invasive species threaten our native plants by crowding them out and outcompeting them for resources. They also have the added benefit of not being encumbered by disease, parasites, or herbivores. Join us as we work to remove them from around our native plants to give them the space they need to thrive. Work level: Easy to moderate Tools: Hand…

For this week's Fridays in the Forest workday, join us at the Pursell Preserve in Springfield Township to take down some old fences. In order to define livestock pastures and confine their livestock to their property, farmers would use wire-woven fences that were often simply attached to trees. We will be taking down and removing all fencing and disposing of it properly. Work level: Easy Tools: Leather gloves, eye protection, and wire cutters (heavy-duty) Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Register: Register…

Assist us with cleaning up and de-decorating the mansion after the holidays. We could really use your help with getting our historic mansion back in order and ready for the new year ahead! Volunteers must pre-register with Melissa at mlee@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 x120, complete a volunteer and attendance waiver, and comply with all procedures designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This event is free of charge and will be offered on the days of January 3rd – January 4th…

Join us for this week's Fridays in the Forest workday! We will be working on trail clearing and maintenance at our lovely Fuller Preserve. Work level: Easy to moderate Tools: Loppers and hand saws (we will also have some available if you can't bring any) Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Register: Register with Melissa Lee at mlee@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 x 120

Join us for this week's Fridays in the Forest workday at Jackson Pond Preserve for tree and shrub cage maintenance! Many years of riparian buffer plantings have resulted in hundreds of tree cages and tubes installed on our properties. These deer protection structures need maintenance several times a year. We will be checking to make sure the structures are still stable and upright, and cut off any vines that may be climbing them. Work level: Easy to moderate (lots of…

Help Heritage Conservancy clean up trash at Bristol Marsh Nature Preserve for the MLK Day of Service. The more trash we collect, the less will get washed into our waterways! Volunteers must pre-register with Melissa at mlee@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 x120, complete a volunteer and attendance waiver, and comply with all procedures designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This event is free of charge and will be offered on Monday, January 16th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Meeting location:…

Join us for this week's Fridays in the Forest workday at Quakertown Swamp for shrubland habitat restoration! Shrubland habitat-dependent species require a mosaic of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous cover. We will be cutting out excessive trees that are trying to overtake the field using chainsaws, brush cutters, and hand saws. Work level: Moderate to strenuous Tools: Hand saws, we will provide brush cutters Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Register: Register with Melissa Lee at mlee@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 x 120

Join us for this week's Fridays in the Forest workday at Hart's Woods for tree and shrub cage maintenance! Many years of riparian buffer plantings have resulted in hundreds of tree cages and tubes installed on our properties. These deer protection structures need maintenance several times a year. We will be checking to make sure the structures are still stable and upright and cut off any vines that may be climbing them. Work level: Easy to moderate (lots of kneeling)…