This summer and fall, Heritage Conservancy planted more than 2,000 native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers across our preserves, and it took an entire community to make it happen. From restoration work to all-hands-on-deck staff days to dedicated volunteers and corporate partners, the past few months have been a testament to what we can accomplish together. […]
Fall Frenzy
Tuesday, November 11th, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Aldie Mansion, 85 Old Dublin Pike, Doylestown, PA Help us to get Aldie buttoned up for winter! Come to Aldie Mansion and help prepare the grounds for the winter ahead. We will work to trim back bushes, rake leaves, and complete […]
Helping Heritage Conservancy’s Nature Preserves: Troop 71 Reaches Major Service Milestone
Above: Scouts of Troop 71 construct boardwalk at Jackson Pond Preserve. Troop 71 of Doylestown was busy this past summer! The local Boy Scout troop took on two major projects to serve its community: a new boardwalk at Heritage Conservancy’s Jackson Pond Preserve, and an information kiosk at Russell-Mandel Preserve. In completing these, the troop […]
What Do the Wild Turkeys of Pennsylvania Eat?
As we embark on the season of turkey consumption, it’s a fun time to highlight what it is that wild turkeys are out there eating this time of year. Spoiler alert: it isn’t stuffing, casseroles, or morsels of their brethren. Rather, a wild turkey feast involves the fruits and seeds that native plants cook up. […]
Heritage Conservancy’s Members Celebrate Conservation Impact at Pollinator Picnic
In September, Heritage Conservancy welcomed members, sponsors, and supporters to our Russell-Mandel Preserve for a Pollinator Picnic Garden Party. This special event was to celebrate the impact of our community’s generosity and offered a unique opportunity to experience, firsthand, the preservation, stewardship, and education efforts that define our mission. As a living example of the […]
Gothic Garden: From Bleeding Heart to Witch Hazel, Give Your Garden a Witchy, Goth Vibe with Native Plants
Not all gardens have to have a cheery, bright aesthetic. If you prefer the macabre to the mainstream, here are five combinations of native plants to give your backyard a witchy, goth look. The Vision To achieve this look, I’m pulling plants for a few different reasons: Rich reds and purples – to darken your […]
Mushroom ID Walk
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 […]
Spring Carnival: Take a Spin in Nature
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 […]
Supporting Environmental Literacy Across the Curriculum with the MWEE Framework
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 […]
Business Partners Reception
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 […]
