Pennsylvania is home to an amazing array of bird diversity. As of 2024, over 430 species of birds have been reported from the Keystone state – a fair portion of which are consistently encountered. Of those species, there are a handful who elicit a great deal of appreciation from outdoor enthusiasts. Some, like the Long-eared […]
They say the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, and the next best time is today. There are many good reasons to plant a tree. At Heritage Conservancy, we are primarily concerned with forest regeneration along streams, hard and soft mast production for wildlife, and trees and shrubs that support the […]
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 […]
Step into the world of micro-wonders at our Nature Writing Celebration on January 13th at 1:30 PM, nestled within the welcoming walls of the Grundy Library. Celebrate nature and community with beautiful words, friendly company, and tasty snacks. We have asked local writers of all ages to embrace the beauty of brevity and capture the […]
4.6 billion years is a long story to tell within a human lifetime, let alone a single article, yet here I am trying to sum up PA’s place – southeastern PA in particular – in Earth’s history in roughly 2,000 words. Why? Because I’ve found that understanding our place in the world of rocks builds […]
On the first Sunday of December, in the shadow of our 16-foot-tall Christmas tree, over 150 people joined us for our 35th annual Christmas at Aldie celebration. It was a magical night of carols, cocktails, and convivial company, celebrating and supporting the mission of Heritage Conservancy in high style. Adorned with gilded hallways and sparkling […]
From procedural improvements for the Board to his critical assistance in the saving of Aldie Mansion, Chris Chandor has contributed much to Heritage Conservancy in the last three and a half decades. He just celebrated his 35th year serving on our Board of Directors, and his skills, energy, and time have helped shape the organization […]
Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift or school break activity that benefits wildlife? Consider making some holiday-themed bird suet. It is an easy, cheap, and fun way to attract birds to your yard this winter. Birds frequent feeders throughout the year, but visit them more during the winter months when other food resources are scarce. […]
Please join us for a special guided tour of Aldie Mansion to take in the Mansion’s winter wonderland-inspired holiday decorations! Guided tours are available at 6:15 PM and 6:45 PM. Please arrive early for your selected tour time and enjoy light refreshments. Registration is exclusive to members. Click here to register. — For questions or […]
Please join us for a members-exclusive special family event at Aldie Mansion! Enjoy the Mansion’s winter wonderland-inspired holiday decorations, make a nature-inspired craft, and explore the first floor of the mansion while taking part in a scavenger hunt and self-guided tour. Registration is exclusive to members. Click here to register. — For questions or additional […]
