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April 2022
Heron Walk
Get a glimpse into the lives of the largest heron species in North America, the Great Blue Heron. Birding expert Diane Allison will share her knowledge with us in a presentation about these amazing birds. Then we’ll visit a rookery on a preserved property near Quakertown Swamp to observe these magnificent birds in their nests. Bring your binoculars and cameras for some great views! Cost: $5 Member / $10 Non-Members (can be applied to membership) To be added to the…
Find out more »May 2022
Mushroom Hike with Heritage Conservancy and Luke Smithson, Field Mycologist
Date: Sunday, May 15, 2022 Time: 10:00 am Location: Heritage Conservancy’s Fuller/Pursell Preserve Springfield, PA Cost: $20 - Registration is currently full; Email Emily at ebonavitacola@heritageconservancy.org to be added to the waitlist! Age: Recommended 12+ Contact: Emily Bonavitacola ebonavitacola@heritageconservancy.org Do you ever wonder about which mushrooms you can eat? Join Heritage Conservancy and Jamie Hollander Catering & Events head chef, Luke Smithson, on a hike to identify wild edibles. Luke is an amateur field mycologist and citizen scientist with over…
Find out more »Earth Day in May
Join Heritage Conservancy and local partners from Lower Bucks County for a celebration of the community and of the Earth. Enjoy the springtime beauty of our Croydon Woods Nature Preserve along with games, activities, crafts, and more. Partners will include organizations and representatives from the Bristol/Croydon area, including, Bristol Township Parks and Recreation, Silver Lake Nature Center, Pennsylvania Environmental Council, the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library, Keystone Elementary School, and more. Each table will offer an interactive activity for families…
Find out more »Native Tree & Shrub Planting at Hart’s Woods
Join us at Hart’s Woods as we plant native trees and shrubs on May 25th, from 10:00AM - 4:00PM. This planting will take place in the same area that we have been working on all year, further strengthening the riparian buffer. A healthy riparian buffer stabilizes eroding streambanks, absorbs excess water runoff, fertilizers, and pesticides, filters sediment, and cools the water temperature, making it more hospitable to a diversity of organisms. We look forward to seeing you there! To register,…
Find out more »June 2022
Native Tree & Shrub Planting at Bellwood Preserve
To kick off #NationalGreatOutdoorsMonth, join us at our Bellwood Preserve on June 2nd, from 10:00AM - 4:00 PM, to plant native trees and shrubs! National Great Outdoors Month encourages us to explore and appreciate our nation’s natural beauty and wildlife. Why not take it a step further and make a lasting impact in our region? By participating in this event, you will be aiding in the creation of a healthy riparian buffer, which is a great way to help the…
Find out more »Concerts in the Garden – June
Join us for a musical evening in the beautiful gardens of Aldie Mansion at Heritage Conservancy’s Concerts in the Garden. Bring your own picnic and dine outside while listening to incredible music by talented local artists. In the event of rain, the in-person concert will be cancelled but you will still have the opportunity to catch the show through live stream on Heritage Conservancy’s Facebook page. This month's lineup includes: Libby Andersen & Paolo Coletti Pocono Jones and the Bear…
Find out more »Heritage Conservancy Educator and Ambassador Training
Do you have a passion for Heritage Conservancy's mission and want to share it with others? If so, we want you to join us as an educator to inspire students during programs and/or as an ambassador to talk with people of all ages while helping to table at community events. On Wednesday, June 29th from 10 AM to 1 PM, come learn about becoming a Heritage Conservancy Educator or Ambassador. We will go over the basics of Heritage Conservancy, common questions, and some fun…
Find out more »July 2022
Farm to Table
Saturday, July 23rd, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Heritage Conservancy’s Russell-Mandel Preserve 1515 Holicong Road Buckingham, PA 18912 You don’t want to miss this unique experience with a delicious, locally-sourced farm-fresh menu, refreshing beer and wine, and live music on a gorgeous backdrop of preserved space. Dine al fresco under the stars! Farm to Table connects guests with nature and highlights the importance of safeguarding land to protect the food we eat. This dinner benefits Heritage Conservancy's mission…
Find out more »Concerts in the Garden – July
Join us for a musical evening in the beautiful gardens of Aldie Mansion at Heritage Conservancy’s Concerts in the Garden. Bring your own picnic and dine outside while listening to incredible music by talented local artists. The event is rain or shine. In the event of rain, concerts will be held inside the Aldie Mansion ballroom. This month's lineup includes: Peter Sandler Jericho Grass John Beacher Concerts are free and open to the public. Registration is required, and can be completed…
Find out more »August 2022
Invasive Species Meet & Eat Classes, Part I
Please join Heritage Conservancy for this landowner-exclusive three-part series on identifying, managing, and eating prominent invasive plant species found in eastern Pennsylvania. The United States East Coast has a higher concentration of non-native, invasive species than anywhere else in the country. These invaders pose severe challenges to conservation efforts by reducing overall biodiversity in the region and inhibiting forest regeneration in places where they are not managed. Part I of the series will take place on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, from 6:30…
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