Aldie Mansion and Tree Tour 2024

Heritage Conservancy is throwing open Aldie Mansion’s doors and garden gates! Enjoy this rare opportunity to tour one of Doylestown’s hidden historic gems and learn about the conservation work underway on the grounds. Trained docents and Heritage Conservancy’s Conservation Stewards will lead you through the gardens and first floor of the mansion for this historic […]

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A Hike Through Hexenkopf Preserve

Join us on Saturday, September 21st beginning at 9:30 AM for an early autumn walk through Hexenkopf Preserve – 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 […]

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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 […]

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Supporting Environmental Literacy Across the Curriculum with the MWEE Framework

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. […]

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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 […]

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Bats Across Bucks County: Upper Bucks – SOLD OUT

THIS EVENT IS FULL. Join Heritage Conservancy and naturalist Diane Allison to learn about Pennsylvania bats, why they are important, and why Durham Bat Mine is a special place. After the presentation, become a Community Scientist by helping with our annual bat count. Enjoy a lovely summer evening outside while watching bats emerge to start […]

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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 […]

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Spring Carnival: Take a Spin in Nature

Celebrate nature at our Annual Spring Carnival at Croydon Woods in Lower Bucks County. Enjoy free pizza and water ice, live music, and expert-led hikes into beautiful Croydon Woods. About a dozen community organizations will be there, hosting activities for all ages, including nature games, art projects, and prize giveaways. See and build LEGO® nature […]

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Who Won Awards at Heritage Conservancy’s 2024 Business Partners Reception?

Spirits were high at this spring’s Business Partners Reception at Aldie Mansion. This annual happy hour event allows Heritage Conservancy to honor and celebrate the support of the many generous locals businesses that fuel its triple mission of land conservation, historic preservation, and community outreach and education. This year marked the first awards presentation. Three […]

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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 […]

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Events

    1. Supporting Environmental Literacy Across the Curriculum with the MWEE Framework

      August 20 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
    2. Delaware River Kayak and Hendrick Island

      September 7 @ 9:15 am - 2:00 pm
    3. In the Zone, Part 1: Seeing the Forest for the Water

      September 7 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    4. In the Zone, Part 2: Caring for the Water Through the Forest

      September 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    5. A Hike Through Hexenkopf Preserve

      September 21 @ 9:30 am