Tag: bucks county

10 Common Local Animals We Take for Granted: An Appreciation and Guide

August 9, 2024

Appreciating the Familiar In the spring of 2019, I studied abroad in Madagascar, an island where people live with some of the world’s most unique species. One of those incredible…

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A Hike Through Hexenkopf Preserve

August 8, 2024

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…

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Recently Conserved: 24.5 Acres of Land in Plumstead Township

August 1, 2024

Heritage Conservancy recently placed a conservation easement on a 24.59-acre property located along Cabin Run Creek in Plumstead Township, Bucks County. The property features lowland forest, meadow, and approximately 1,000…

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Supporting Environmental Literacy Across the Curriculum with the MWEE Framework

July 29, 2024

Join Heritage Conservancy, the Bucks County Intermediate Unit, and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for an educator workshop. Become a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEE) Ambassador by completing…

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In the Zone, Part 2: Caring for the Water Through the Forest – POSTPONED

July 24, 2024

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…

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In the Zone, Part 1: Seeing the Forest for the Water – POSTPONED

July 24, 2024

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…

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Moth Night at Jackson Pond – POSTPONED

July 24, 2024

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…

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The Shipley Lester House of Quakertown

July 19, 2024

The historic Shipley Lester House in Quakertown dates back to about 1815 and was linked to multiple notable local figures over its years. The property was recently added to Heritage…

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Delaware River Kayak and Hendrick Island

July 12, 2024

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…

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Why Moths Are Underappreciated Insects

July 11, 2024

Moths are key pollinators and a vital food source for birds and wildlife. Learn why these underappreciated insects are critical to healthy ecosystems.

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Farm to Table 2024 – A Perfect Summer Evening for an Important Mission

June 26, 2024

Over 200 guests gathered at Heritage Conservancy’s Russell-Mandel Nature Preserve on Saturday, June 15 for the annual Farm to Table fundraiser. From happy hour with music to plein air painting,…

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Thinking Through a Lawn-to-Habitat Conversion Project

June 20, 2024

Right now, if you look out the nearest window, I bet you can see a lawn. Or at the very least, you can walk a short distance to find one….

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