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April 2024
Spring Birding
Join us for a peaceful spring bird walk through our Quakertown Swamp Preserve, a property owned and protected by a conservation easement held by Heritage Conservancy. This special opportunity is exclusively available to supporters of Heritage Conservancy (members at the $50 level and above). Normally closed to visitors, the swamp is a haven for wildlife species. This is the perfect time of year to see a wide variety of birds, many of which have migrated all the way from South…
Find out more »CANCELLED – Toddler Walk
Hey there, little explorers! 🌟 Join us for a magical stroll through our lovely Pollinator Meadow at the Jackson Pond Nature Preserve. 🌿🌼 It's time to put on your walking shoes and embark on a fun-filled adventure with your favorite grown-ups. 🚶♂️🚶♀️ 🦋 Let's discover together! We'll tiptoe through colorful flowers, listen to buzzing bees, and watch graceful butterflies. 🌸🐝 Get ready to use your senses to explore the wonders of nature all around us. 🌈✨ It's a perfect opportunity…
Find out more »May 2024
The Legacy Breakfast
Join us on Thursday, May 9th at Aldie Mansion (8:30 AM to 10:00 AM) for an exclusive breakfast, sponsored by Wilmington Trust, N.A. discussing opportunities to make an impact on Heritage Conservancy's mission and the greater community through planned giving opportunities and estate planning. Visionary philanthropists and members of Heritage Conservancy’s Legacy Society, Brian Clark and Colleen Kokas and Linda and Phil Cacossa will take part in a panelist discussion highlighting the steps they took to create their own legacy…
Find out more »Spring Mushroom Hike
Do you ever wonder about the mushrooms you come across locally? Are they poisonous? What value do they provide to us? To our environment? Which mushrooms you can eat? Join Heritage Conservancy and Luke Smithson, Head Chef at Jamie Hollander Catering & Events, on a hike to identify wild mushrooms. Luke will lead us through Veterans Park– Heritage Conservancy helped preserve a recent addition to the park with an easement on the property, which is owned by Richland Township. Luke…
Find out more »August 2024
Moth Night at Jackson Pond – POSTPONED
DUE TO WEATHER, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED FOR AUGUST 7. We will reschedule Moth Night and share new dates soon. A Pink-striped Oakworm moth (Anisota virginiensis), one of many native moth species that are consumed by a variety of predators. Photo by Andy Adams (@aa_ecoprof on Instagram). Join our community science volunteers and staff as we discover the incredible diversity of moth species at our pollinator meadow! We will be setting up lights to attract these nocturnal pollinators where we…
Find out more »Pollinator Palooza
Pollinator Palooza Saturday, August 10th | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Heritage Conservancy's Jackson Pond Preserve 1856 Forest Grove Road, Forest Grove, PA 18922 Celebrate the summertime with us at our Jackson Pond Nature Preserve and immerse yourself in the beauty of the outdoors and nature in a day filled with joy and excitement for the whole family. Located at a hotspot for pollinator habitats, Pollinator Palooza is a family-friendly festival. Highlights: Interactive LEGO® Activity: Dive into hands-on fun…
Find out more »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…
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