Join Philadelphia Mycology Club President Sam Bucciarelli and Heritage Conservancy’s Conservation Easement Steward Sebastian Harris to explore and ID the mushrooms within Croydon Woods Nature Preserve. Located less than half a mile from the Delaware River, Croydon Woods is one of the last remaining coastal plain forests in southeastern Pennsylvania. The preserve is home to […]
Tree identification can be an intimidating pursuit. The path of least resistance involves keeping vague that blanket of green that provides us with shade in the summer. I took that path for longer than I wish I had. What I’ve come to realize is that tree ID is a lifelong pursuit, and the sooner you […]
Celebrate nature at our Annual Spring Carnival at Croydon Woods in Lower Bucks County. Enjoy refreshments, nature-based games and activities, and expert-led hikes into beautiful Croydon Woods. Community organizations will be there, hosting activities for all ages, including nature games, art projects, and prize giveaways. Spring Carnival promises fun for the whole family. Don’t miss […]
“We are committed to giving back to local organizations, such as the Heritage Conservancy, with the understanding that any investment in our community has ongoing returns, whether through increased economic stability, environmental preservation, cultural vibrancy or empowered community members,” say Beth Beans Gilbert, Vice President of the Fred Beans Automotive Group. Heritage Conservancy is once […]
Join the Bucks County Intermediate Unit and Heritage Conservancy for an exciting learning opportunity. The environment provides endless opportunities for authentic learning experiences that support your entire curriculum. When students learn through systemic and well-designed environmental education, they build background content knowledge to support literacy, experience authentic, hands-on learning that advances STEM and promotes career […]
Thursday, April 17th, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Aldie Mansion, 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Business Partners of Heritage Conservancy are invited to join us for a special gathering to celebrate their continued commitment to support growing land conservation efforts throughout the region. Wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres will be served by Jeffrey […]
April 15th 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Aldie Mansion, 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Grab your work gloves and join us for our Mulch Madness event at Aldie Mansion. With your help, we will spread over 50 yards of mulch throughout Aldie’s beautiful gardens. Mulching the gardens […]
Transform ordinary rocks into vibrant canvases of joy as we paint uplifting messages and whimsical designs! Your creations will adorn Croydon Woods, providing a pleasant experience for all to enjoy. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking for a delightful activity, this event is perfect for all ages. Afterward, enjoy a snack as you […]
Thanks to the work of Dr. Doug Tallamy and his lab of ecologists, oaks have become all the rage. Before the publication of his book, The Nature of Oaks, I knew I most enjoyed wandering through oak-dominated forests, but after I read his research, I understood why. When it comes to attracting and supporting biodiversity […]
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 the online MWEE 101 course and this in-person workshop. Learn how to use this framework to support environmental literacy across subject areas with your students. […]
