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January 2024
Trash Cleanup for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
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 and complete a volunteer and attendance waiver. Meeting location: Bristol Marsh Nature Preserve – Meet at the northwest end of the parking lot at approximate address of 1 Canals End Road, Bristol, PA 19007
Find out more »February 2024
The Art of William Mercer
Join us at Aldie Mansion on February 15th at 6 pm to discuss the art of William Mercer. Much like William’s older brother, Henry, William was a fan of using concrete. We will be taking a look at William’s concrete and plaster artwork, some of which we will be able to see right here in the mansion. Join in as we explore some of the prominent themes and motifs common in much of William's work, and see how William's life…
Find out more »March 2024
POSTPONED – Historic Window Repair Workshop
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Contact Mary Lou McFarland at mlmcfarland@heritageconservancy.org to join our list for updates on this event. Historic experts present a Historic Window Repair Workshop at Aldie Mansion. The workshop will include a hands-on demonstration of various stages of disrepair and repair techniques for historic windows, including epoxy-based wood repair, glazing, and painting. --- For questions or information, contact Mary Lou McFarland at mlmcfarland@heritageconservancy.org. Meeting location: Aldie Mansion Ballroom Cost: $25 non-members, $20 members Complete the form…
Find out more »POSTPONED: Swamp Tromp is now March 30!
This captivating and educational family activity night delves into the fascinating world of amphibians! Led by Kyle Loucks, regional coordinator for the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey (PARS), you will embark on an immersive journey to discover the secrets of these remarkable creatures. During the event, you'll be introduced to the amphibians that inhabit our local ecosystem and become fascinated by these amazing creatures. Then, we'll venture into our enchanting forest, where you'll have the opportunity to listen for the…
Find out more »April 2024
Art by the Woods: Mural Unveil at Croydon Woods
Join us to celebrate the culmination of a collaboration between Truman High art students and Bucks County muralist Jean-Marc Dubus. We'll reveal their awe-inspiring work, which weaves elements of nature and sustainability into a vibrant community mural. Their creation highlights some of the animals and plants that live in Croydon Woods and make it such a beautiful place to explore. Come and get the inside story behind the mural that everyone will be talking about! Meet the artists, enjoy some…
Find out more »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…
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