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  • Autumn Avian Delights

    ChesLen Preserve – Corcoran’s Bridge 1722 Embreeville Road, Coatesville, PA, United States

    Look for migratory and resident birds and enjoy the preserve’s awe-inspiring views.

  • Yom Kippur Bird Walk

    The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

    Join local nature enthusiast Bernard “Billy” Brown on an afternoon bird walk through The Woodlands. This is the perfect activity to enjoy before breaking your Yom Kippur fast, or a great opportunity to enjoy nature on a Monday afternoon. Meet Billy at the cemetery gates, and bring your own binoculars if you have them. A limited supply from The Woodlands will be available for those who need them.

  • Wings Over Water: A Film Screening and Panel Discussion at The Colonial Theater

    The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Audubon Mid-Atlantic, the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, and The Colonial Theatre are pleased to bring you “Wings Over Water," a visually stunning film that shares the epic journey of three migratory birds and their connection to wetlands, and other crucial waterways as they traverse thousands of miles to reach their nesting and breeding grounds. Though concentrated in the Central and Mississippi Flyways, two of the film’s featured birds, Yellow Warblers and Mallard Ducks, also migrate through parts of the Atlantic Flyway, including the Delaware River Watershed where Audubon Mid-Atlantic is working to conserve,

  • Autumn Avian Delights

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Look for migratory and resident birds and enjoy the preserve’s awe-inspiring views.

  • Discovery Fest

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic, Philadelphia Outward Bound School, and community partners in the celebration of the 5th Anniversary of The Discovery Center. Come enjoy scavenger hunts, challenge course elements, community resource tables, goats from the Philly Goat Project, and our freshwater mussel citizen science program. Some activities require advance registration. Admission and activities are free of charge! Don't miss it!

    Free

  • Little Explorers: The Color of Leaves!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Why do some trees change colors? Let’s see how many colors we can collect! We’ll also learn how animals start to prepare for the cold weather.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Philadelphia Birding Weekend

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will be hosted Oct. 13 - 15, 2023! We are bringing back some favorite field trips from last year, such as The Woodlands and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. We are also adding new field trips, including excursions to the Navy Yard and Belmont Plateau. We hope that you'll consider joining us for another fun weekend of birding in Philadelphia. Registration for Audubon Mid-Atlantic's 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will open on Monday, August 21. The registration link will go live at www.phillybirding.com

  • Bird Walk in the Garden

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Look for resident and migratory birds while surrounded by the garden’s beauty.

  • Little Sit: Accessible for All Birdwatching

    Fairmount Park Hortucultural Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr., Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for an inclusive birding event that celebrates diversity and birdability! DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 8:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr. Philadelphia, PA 19131 Fairmount Park Conservancy is thrilled to partner with In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports (PCAS), and Philly Queer Birders for a special morning of birding on October 22 from 8:00–11:00 AM. This event is intentionally accessible to BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Birders seek out diversity in birds, looking for an array of colors, sizes, ages, origins,

  • Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    How do seeds travel? (And why do they travel?) How do squirrels play a role to help trees in the fall? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make your own collection.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Wild Plant Culture (Online)

    Mt. Cuba Center - Online 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Native edible and medicinal plant species can be integrated into gardens and ecological restoration projects to create habitats that support (and include) humans as part of local ecosystems. We’ll consider stewarding edible and medicinal plant species in native habitats such as riparian corridors and glades and discuss how a habitat-based approach translates to yards, parks, and farms. We’ll explore the prospect of changing our foodways to patterns that favor native diversity, rewarding restoration and stewardship. This program takes place online on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. About the Instructor: Field botanist, native plant grower, and restoration practitioner Jared Rosenbaum, author of

    $25

  • Pea Soup Dinner

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Shake off the cold with a hot bowl of Swedish pea soup at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Ärtsoppa, or Swedish yellow pea soup, is the traditional Thursday night supper in Sweden during the winter that dates back to medieval times. ASHM’s Pea Soup Dinner is served with sharp Swedish cheese, bread, and Swedish pancakes and coffee for dessert. There will also be a cash bar. You do not want to miss out on this delightful meal! Pre-registration is required by January 22nd.

    Free

  • Bird and Connect with NextGen

    John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia

    Explore trails and connect with colleagues.

  • Little Explorers: Mud Month!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Wiggling worms and mud puddles make for fun art and science explorations!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every second Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Spring Equinox Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders

    The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

    Spring Equinox Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders Wednesday, March 20th, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a weeknight outing at The Woodlands! We plan to meet at the front gates and move at a slow pace on a paved path with gentle slopes in some areas. No registration is required and we’ll have plenty of binoculars to share. The restrooms at the Stable will be open during our walk and there is plenty of parking within the cemetery and on the surrounding streets in addition to public

  • Little Explorers: Grow It!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Learn about the baby plant inside every seed and plant one of your own.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Awbury Arboretum Earth Day Celebration & Picnic

    Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    We’re celebrating Earth Day! Join us on April 20th from 9AM to 4PM for a day of games, food + drinks, live music, and more! Come out for a relaxing morning Bird walk or yoga session at the Cope House, then head over to AdventureWoods for an environmentally exciting scavenger hunt! Afterwards, journey across Chew Ave. to the Farm for more excitement! We’ll have double-dutching, games led by Prescribe Outside, flower arranging with florist and artist Isaiah Reese, drumming with S(tree)twork’s Drum Corp at the Lightning House, and live music from Koof Ibi & Mel Harris! Not to mention other

    Free

  • City Nature Challenge 2024

    City Nature Challenge 2024

    Help Philadelphia take on the world while you connect with nature in the 2024 City Nature Challenge. Beginning on Friday, April 26 at 12:01 am in each time zone, the City Nature Challenge runs through Monday, April 29, 11:59 pm. The global event, co-organized by San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, calls on current and aspiring community scientists, nature and science fans, and people of all ages and education backgrounds to observe and submit pictures of wild plants, animals, and fungi using the free mobile app iNaturalist. From Friday, April 26

    Free

  • City Nature Challenge 2024

    City Nature Challenge 2024

    Help Philadelphia take on the world while you connect with nature in the 2024 City Nature Challenge. Beginning on Friday, April 26 at 12:01 am in each time zone, the City Nature Challenge runs through Monday, April 29, 11:59 pm. The global event, co-organized by San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, calls on current and aspiring community scientists, nature and science fans, and people of all ages and education backgrounds to observe and submit pictures of wild plants, animals, and fungi using the free mobile app iNaturalist. From Friday, April 26

    Free

  • Learning the Language of Birds

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Calling all bird lovers! When a bird sings, it tells you what it is and where it is. Increase your chances of successfully sighting and identifying songbirds “by ear” this spring using Holly’s intriguing strategies. Learn how, why, and when birds sing, and come away with foundational skills for understanding and learning the language of the birds right outside your own doors. Dress for the weather, bring your binoculars (some will be provided), and wear practical shoes for walking over uneven paths. Pace will be slow and accommodate most mobility levels. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

    $39

  • City Nature Challenge 2024

    City Nature Challenge 2024

    Help Philadelphia take on the world while you connect with nature in the 2024 City Nature Challenge. Beginning on Friday, April 26 at 12:01 am in each time zone, the City Nature Challenge runs through Monday, April 29, 11:59 pm. The global event, co-organized by San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, calls on current and aspiring community scientists, nature and science fans, and people of all ages and education backgrounds to observe and submit pictures of wild plants, animals, and fungi using the free mobile app iNaturalist. From Friday, April 26

    Free

  • Riverbend’s Spring Bird Walk

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Riverbend in collaboration with Bird Town, PA invite you to walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer as he leads families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home and learn why their important to our preserve!

  • City Nature Challenge 2024

    City Nature Challenge 2024

    Help Philadelphia take on the world while you connect with nature in the 2024 City Nature Challenge. Beginning on Friday, April 26 at 12:01 am in each time zone, the City Nature Challenge runs through Monday, April 29, 11:59 pm. The global event, co-organized by San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, calls on current and aspiring community scientists, nature and science fans, and people of all ages and education backgrounds to observe and submit pictures of wild plants, animals, and fungi using the free mobile app iNaturalist. From Friday, April 26

    Free

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    The early bird gets the worm (or caterpillar), and the early risers get to watch.

  • Little Explorers: Nests & Eggs!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Find out where birds come from and where they live. Build your own nest to take home!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Bird Walk on the Preserves – Willisbrook

    Natural Lands Willisbrook Preserve 110 Line Road, Malvern, United States

    Join Natural Lands staffer Claudia Winters on a leisurely stroll through Willisbrook Preserve to spot a wondrous assortment of resident and migratory birds. Claudia will share tips and tricks to enhance your birdwatching experience, ensuring you don’t miss a single fluttering friend.

    Free

  • Birding Under the Influence: Cycling Across America in Search of Birds and Recovery

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a riveting evening with Dorian Anderson to learn about his exciting yearlong adventure as he took a two-wheeled eco-friendly twist on the Big Year project, where a birdwatcher tries to observe as many species as possible during a calendar year. He ultimately survived subzero temperatures, drifting snow, gusting winds, lightning storms, mountainous ascents, dog attacks, crumbling roads, and several accidents. By the end of his travels, he had spotted 618 bird species across 18,000 miles of biking! Anderson will speak about the genesis of his bike-birding project, provide a thrilling recount of his travels, highlight the birds

    Free

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    The early bird gets the worm (or caterpillar), and the early risers get to watch.

  • Hike the Mt. Cuba Natural Lands Loop

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Reconnect with nature in this exceptional behind-the-scenes trek through Mt. Cuba’s natural areas with our Natural Lands Team and Joe Sebastiani, director of adult engagement at Ashland Nature Center. Along the way, scout for birds, discover native spring ephemerals, explore old-field meadows, and learn about several of Mt. Cuba’s restoration projects and experiments. Be prepared for a four-mile hike through hilly, uneven, and occasionally steep terrain. Dress for the weather; bring binoculars, a water bottle, and lunch. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Friday, May 10, 2024 (Rain Date: Friday, May 17). About

    $35

  • Annual Migratory Bird Census

    Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary 240 Sunnyside Road, Easton, Pennsylvania

    Join our long-running, citizen-science effort to document birds during the peak of spring migration.

  • Bird Watching and Goat Walk with In Color Birding!

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Saturday May 11th, starts at 10 a.m. Sharp! Come learn all about birds in the city with our friends from In Color Birding. We will start at 10 a.m. for the bird watching and then at 11 we'll have our goat walk. Rain date is Sunday June 23 ! Time & Location May 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join friends at In Color Birding for a FREE lesson in birdwatching! Please leave 10 minutes to park your car and walk in to the goat

  • Mindful Birding @UPENN Morris Arboretum

    In Mindful Birding we will combine observing birds with mindfulness techniques, creating a heightened awareness of both ourselves and the world around us. Through guided instruction, we’ll practice simple mindfulness exercises to engage our sensory awareness while intentionally tuning into the abundant birds surrounding us on this autumn day in the Morris Arboretum & Gardens Natural Lands area. This class will provide a reprieve from life’s stressors and pressures, stimulate your overall well-being, sharpen and enhance your identification skills, and more. We will slow down and notice the world around us, using the birds as our guides! Participants will be

    $40

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    The early bird gets the worm (or caterpillar), and the early risers get to watch.

  • Black Excellence In Birding

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Academy of Natural Sciences for Black Excellence in Birding: An Evening With Christian Cooper, the culminating event of Black Birders Week 2024! At this annual black-tie gala, and fledgling sneaker ball, meet science writer and editor Christian Cooper, hear stories of his experiences as a birdwatcher and author, and find out how the Central Park Birdwatching incident of 2020 changed the landscape for Black birders throughout the country. Find your Flock as we spotlight members of local birdwatching groups,  explore specimens from our world-class Ornithology Collection and traipse through the rainforest in the Under the Canopy exhibit. Fluff

  • Bird Walk with Mary Ellen Krober

    John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. There are restrooms and a water fountain near the trailhead. No registration required.

  • Little Explorers: Flowers!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Walk in the garden and make some colorful flower artwork to take home.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Birds, Bugs, and Goats

    Awbury Agricultural Village 901 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Let’s Go Outdoors as we spend some time at the Awbury Farm, meeting the Philly Goat Project goats. In addition, we’ll look around for some fun critters and try out some beginner binoculars for birding. Loaner bug boxes & binoculars will be available.

    Free

  • Nature Photography Workshop + Guided Bird Walk

    Ohio House 4700 States Drive, Philadelphia, United States

    DATE Saturday, August 3 TIME 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm LOCATION Ohio House 4700 States Drive Philadelphia PA 19131 Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC for a nature photography workshop and guided bird walk on Saturday, August 3 from 1:00-3:30 PM. We’ll start out with an indoor workshop where participants will unlock the secrets of digital photography by delving into the essentials of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Participants will explore exposure compensation, auto-focus, metering, and more, while mastering important terminology and troubleshooting techniques. This workshop cultivates the skills needed to capture images with your unique

  • Little Explorers: Water!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Cool down in the August heat with cool outdoor water games and crafts!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Little Explorers: Bees!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Learn about our bee friends who make honey and pollinate flowers so we can eat fruits and vegetables!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Autumn Avian Delights

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Look for migratory and resident birds and enjoy the preserve’s awe-inspiring views.

  • Gardening with Birds in Mind

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Discover how to create a landscaped habitat that emphasizes species diversity, seasonality, garden design elements, and the importance of your garden in a regional context for birds. You will walk through the gardens to observe habitat structure, diversity, and seasonality, then end with an exercise on designing gardens for specific groups of birds. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. About the Instructor: Jessica Shahan is a biologist and environmental educator with the Nicholas Newlin Foundation in Glen Mills, PA. She received her MS in Biology from the University of North Dakota, focusing

    $29

  • Little Explorers: The Color of Leaves!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Let’s learn how the trees change color and make a tree book of our own!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Philadelphia Birding Weekend

    On the weekend of October 12 and 13th, Audubon will host its third annual Philadelphia Birding Weekend. Over two days, Audubon staff and volunteer guides will lead bird tours in some of the Philadelphia's iconic green spaces. Planned excursions include touring local watersheds and parks, bird monitoring in Center City, learning about the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood's importance within the city, and so much more! Every tour is free and family friendly! For more information on Philly Birding Weekend, please visit our website.

  • Dixon Meadow Preserve Bird Walk

    Fort Washington State Park - Hawk Observation Deck Parking Lot 449 Militia Hill Rd, Fort Washington, PA, United States

    Trip Leader: Troy Bynum Join Wyncote Audubon Society at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 180 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Houston Meadow Bird Walk

    Fort Washington State Park - Hawk Observation Deck Parking Lot 449 Militia Hill Rd, Fort Washington, PA, United States

    Trip Leader(s): Nilesh Shah & Troy Bynum Join Wyncote Audubon Society at Houston Meadow in Wissahickon Valley Park. This 48-acre forest and meadow habitat was created as part of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Meadow Creation Initiative (2001-2013). The meadow was seeded with native warm-season grasses and wildflowers, while nesting boxes for bluebirds and kestrels were installed to further enhance the wildlife habitat. Attendees will meet at Houston Playground.

  • Fort Washington State Park Bird Walk

    Fort Washington State Park - Hawk Observation Deck Parking Lot 449 Militia Hill Rd, Fort Washington, PA, United States

    Trip Leader: Nilesh Shah Join Wyncote Audubon Society at Fort Washington State Park, a 493-acre park in eastern Montgomery County. It takes its name from the temporary fort built by George Washington’s troops in the fall of 1777, before heading to Valley Forge. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the Hawk Observation Tower in Fort Washington State Park.

  • Fall Bird Walk

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up) : 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30am - 11:30am Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran as they lead families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years

    Free

  • Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    How do seeds travel? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make a mosaic.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Owl Howl

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2024

    $29

  • Birds at Pennypack on the Delaware

    Pennypack on the Delaware Pennypack on the Delaware Park, 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Pennypack on the Delaware is uniquely positioned along the river, providing crucial habitat for migrants and the odd rarity. The flats at the confluence of Pennypack Creek and the Delaware frequently host gulls and shorebirds. The park also hosts Philadelphia’s most viewable Bald Eagle nest. Dress for weather. Let's meet at the covered picnic area (GPS: 40.0277033, -75.012093). No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are now back on loan at the following local Philly libraries: Andorra, Cobbs Creek, Cecil B. Morre, Falls of Schuylkill, Frankford, Greater Olney, Logan, Richmond, South Philly, Torresdale, and Widener. For

  • Main Line Martin Luther King Association and Bryn Mawr College MLK Day Programming for Jan. 19 & 20

    Bird Walk at Newlin Grist Mill
    Bryn Mawr College 101 N Merion Ave, Bryn Mawr, United States

    The Main Line Martin Luther King Association, in conjunction with Bryn Mawr College, will hold its virtual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 3 p.m. Visit mainlinemlk.org/events to register. A toiletry donation drive and personal care kit creation event will take place on Bryn Mawr's campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa., on Monday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The emcee for Sunday's event is Brian Turner, president of the Main Line Branch NAACP Unit #2270. Millie B. Bond, senior advisor for external relations and secretary of Bryn Mawr College will

  • Main Line Martin Luther King Association and Bryn Mawr College MLK Day Programming for Jan. 19 & 20

    Bird Walk at Newlin Grist Mill
    Bryn Mawr College 101 N Merion Ave, Bryn Mawr, United States

    The Main Line Martin Luther King Association, in conjunction with Bryn Mawr College, will hold its virtual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 3 p.m. Visit mainlinemlk.org/events to register. A toiletry donation drive and personal care kit creation event will take place on Bryn Mawr's campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa., on Monday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The emcee for Sunday's event is Brian Turner, president of the Main Line Branch NAACP Unit #2270. Millie B. Bond, senior advisor for external relations and secretary of Bryn Mawr College will

  • Owl Howl: Section C

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 5:00 PM to 7:30

    $29

  • Owl Howl: Section D

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 5:00 PM to 7:30

    $25

  • Great Backyard Bird Count at Laurel Hill East & West!

    Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join experienced, knowledgeable guides from the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club for a birding walk at Laurel Hill East or Laurel Hill West, and learn to identify birds by sound and sight and record them in the Great Backyard Bird Count, an annual global event during which participants around the world record data about local birds to help scientists better understand and protect them. No birding experience needed! Separate walks will begin at 9:00 AM in the courtyard at Laurel Hill East, and at 9:00 AM at the Funeral Home at Laurel Hill West.

  • Winter Gulls at Glen Foerd

    Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Glen Foerd mansion sits along the Delaware River in the northeastern-most corner of Philly and is one of the best places in the city to study gulls during the winter. While there is no guarantee, we are hoping to see a rare gull such as Iceland or Glaucous Gull. There should also be a good amount of waterfowl out on the river and we can discuss how to distinguish Double-crested Cormorants from the Great Cormorants that visit the area in winter. We plan this as a stationary event overlooking the river, but if folks want, we can also explore the

  • Guided Bird Walk @ Dixon Meadow Preserve

    Dixon Meadow Preseve 548 Fourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, United States

    Description Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation at Dixon Meadow Preserve. Cost This walk is free to all participants. A donation of $15 is suggested to support the continuation and expansion of events at Dixon Meadow Preserve. See whitemarshfoundation.org to make a donation. Note Parking is extremely scarce at Dixon Meadow Preserve and registration will be limited to 15 attendees. Carpooling is highly recommended if possible. Information collected in this registration form may be shared with the Whitemarsh Foundation for informational and/or promotional purposes.   Sunday, March 2,

  • Winter Gulls at Glen Foerd

    Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Glen Foerd mansion sits along the Delaware River in the northeastern-most corner of Philly and is one of the best places in the city to study gulls during the winter. While there is no guarantee, we are hoping to see a rare gull such as Iceland or Glaucous Gull. There should also be a good amount of waterfowl out on the river and we can discuss how to distinguish Double-crested Cormorants from the Great Cormorants that visit the area in winter. We plan this as a stationary event overlooking the river, but if folks want, we can also explore the

  • Little Explorers: Mud Month!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Wiggling worms and mud puddles make for fun art and science explorations!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every second Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • The Great Marsh Institute Bird Walk

    Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

    Join us at the Great Marsh Institute, Chester County’s unique habitat for the study of flora and fauna as well as the unique characteristics of the Periglacial marsh. It is the purpose of the Great Marsh Institute (GMI) to support scientific studies through access to the property, technical support, and opportunities for educational activities including funding for student interns. The Great Marsh also has an IBA (Important Bird Area) designation of D3 from Audubon. D3: Sites that contain rare or unique habitat or are an exceptional representative of an ecological community type, and that hold important species or species assemblages

  • Bring Bluebirds and Others to Your Garden: Section B

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Bluebirds are a delightful native thrush that would be a welcome addition to anyone’s garden. Learn all about the biology of bluebirds and the best ways to install nest boxes so you can attract these colorful birds to your yard. Creating a landscape with native plants will provide food for the young bluebirds and may even persuade them to stay year-round. Learn which shrubs and trees you can plant to provide nest sites for several other common birds. Your garden will become a home for a multitude of beautiful birds! This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center

    $29

  • Little Explorers: Grow It!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Learn about the baby plant inside every seed and plant one of your own.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Birding at Awbury with Philly Queer Birders

    Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Philly Queer Birders for an outing at Awbury Arboretum. Free and no registration required!

  • Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Finding balance in our busy and pressured lives can be challenging, but if we allow an to slow us down, we improve our overall well-being. Birds are gateways into deeper experiences with nature, magnifying these benefits. Through the mindful observations of birds and their habitats, we learn not only about them, but ourselves. This class will include a lecture and outside activities, so dress for the weather and wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Garden paths can be uneven. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, April 12, 2025. About the Instructor: Holly is an avid birder, educator,

    $35

  • The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycles before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

    $29

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Summerhill Preserve 6029 Goshen Road, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

    Join Preserve Manager Mike Coll on a leisurely stroll through Summerhill Preserve to spot and hear a wondrous assortment of resident and migratory birds. Mike will share tips and tricks to enhance your birding experience, ensuring you don’t miss a single fluttering friend. Can’t attend this one? Check out these other walks:  Thursday, April 24, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Hildacy Preserve (Media, PA) Saturday, April 26, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton, PA) Tuesday, April 29, 8:30 – 11:00 AM, ChesLen Preserve wetlands (Coatesville, PA) Thursday, May 1, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern, PA) Thursday, May 8,

  • In Color Bird Watch and Goat Walk with the Philly Goat Project

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Philly Goats at the Farm as they share a Goat Walk with their friends at In Color Birding and learn all about our amazing BIRDS!! (and that's not the one's with helmets!) Meet at the goat barn, bird talk starts at 8 am sharp and goat walk departs at 10 am sharp!! We start right on time. Time & Location May 03, 2025, 8:00 AM – May 03, 2025, 11:00 AM Philadelphia, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join the Philly Goats at the Farm as they share a Goat Walk with their friends

  • The Great Marsh Institute Bird Walk

    Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

    Join us at the Great Marsh Institute, Chester County’s unique habitat for the study of flora and fauna as well as the unique characteristics of the Periglacial marsh. It is the purpose of the Great Marsh Institute (GMI) to support scientific studies through access to the property, technical support, and opportunities for educational activities including funding for student interns. The Great Marsh also has an IBA (Important Bird Area) designation of D3 from Audubon. D3: Sites that contain rare or unique habitat or are an exceptional representative of an ecological community type, and that hold important species or species assemblages

  • Little Explorers: Nests & Eggs!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Find out where birds come from and where they live. Build your own nest to take home!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    Join Preserve Manager Mike Coll on a leisurely stroll through Saunders Woods Preserve to spot and hear a wondrous assortment of resident and migratory birds. Mike will share tips and tricks to enhance your birding experience, ensuring you don’t miss a single fluttering friend. Can’t attend this one? Check out these other walks:  Thursday, April 24, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Hildacy Preserve (Media, PA) Saturday, April 26, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton, PA) Tuesday, April 29, 8:30 – 11:00 AM, ChesLen Preserve wetlands (Coatesville, PA) Thursday, May 1, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Summerhill Preserve (Willistown, PA) Thursday, May

  • Bird Walks on the Preserves

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Join Preserve Manager Mike Coll on a leisurely stroll through Hildacy Preserve to spot and hear a wondrous assortment of resident and migratory birds. Mike will share tips and tricks to enhance your birding experience, ensuring you don’t miss a single fluttering friend. Can’t attend this one? Check out these other walks:  Thursday, April 24, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Hildacy Preserve (Media, PA) Saturday, April 26, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton, PA) Tuesday, April 29, 8:30 – 11:00 AM, ChesLen Preserve wetlands (Coatesville, PA) Thursday, May 1, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Summerhill Preserve (Willistown, PA) Thursday, May 1,

  • Historic Rittenhouse Town Fair

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Historic RittenhouseTown for our 5th annual Town Fair! May 31st 11am-4pm. Town Fair is a free community event with tours, hearth cooking, hiking, activities, health and wellness, vendors, artists, craftsman, and so much more occupying our 20 acre site. Hopefully, we see you there! With over 20 vendors and more signing up come check out all that we have to offer!

    Free

  • Black Excellence in Birding: Masquerade Ball

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Saturday, May 31, 2025 6:00 PM-10:00 PM Join the Academy of Natural Sciences for the 2025 Black Excellence in Birding Masquerade Ball, the culminating event of Black Birders Week 2025! This black-tie-meets-sneaker-ball celebration is where conservation greets culture, and style takes wing. Mix and mingle with bird lovers, changemakers and local and national conservationists working to protect migrating birds as they navigate our urban skies. Explore our Ecology of Fashion exhibit, connect with local designers and craft your own one-of-a-kind bird mask to complete your look. Venture behind the scenes into the Academy’s world-class Ornithology Collection, where you’ll find out

  • Little Explorers: Flowers!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Walk in the garden and make some colorful flower artwork to take home.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Annual Nesting Bird Census

    Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary 240 Sunnyside Road, Easton, Pennsylvania

    Grab binoculars and join us in counting birds at Mariton. Since 1981, staff and volunteers have conducted an annual nesting bird census to count the number of species and individual birds breeding at this 200-acre preserve. The census results serve as an important tool to help assess habitat management strategies. Healthy habitats sustain various nesting species, including flycatchers, tanagers, thrushes, and warblers. Mariton’s woodlands are particularly important to birds like the Wood Thrush, which requires large forests for nesting.

  • Little Explorers: Insects!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Take a walk in the garden searching for bugs and build an insect sculpture.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Kid & Family Bird Walk with the Free Library at The Woodlands

    The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

    Join the Walnut St. West Library and Philly Queer Birders for a kid/family-oriented bird walk! Local expert birders will teach us about birding & take us on a walk to point out our local birds. Walnut St. West Library will have brand new circulating birding backpacks to trial as well. The Free Library, Philly Queer Birders, and The Woodlands will provide a limited number of adult & kid binoculars; BYO if you have them. Please be extremely mindful of tripping hazards in the cemetery. This program is meeting at the Woodlands Cemetery. Parking is available onsite. Please enter the cemetery

  • Little Explorers: Water!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Cool off with fun activities under the sprinklers. Dress for mess! ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Little Explorers: Bees!

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Learn about bees, other pollinators, and the flowers they depend on.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Nature at Noon at Independence Square Park

    Independence Square Park 6th St. and Walnut St. NE Corner, Philadelphia, United States

    Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club, Philly Queer Birders, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series,

  • Autumn Avian Adventures

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Natural Lands’ diverse habitats sustain a variety of avian species. We’ll look for migratory and resident birds, including songbirds, raptors, and more.  Bring your binoculars and join naturalist and Natural Lands Preserve Manager Mike Coll for an early evening walk around one of our preserved open spaces.  Can’t attend this one? Check out these other walks:  Saturday, September 13, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, Bryn Coed Preserve (Chester Springs)  Thursday, September 18, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, Hildacy Preserve (Media)  Friday, September 26, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville)  Thursday, October 2, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton) 

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Nature at Noon at Rittenhouse Square

    Rittenhouse Square 1800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club, Philly Queer Birders, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series,

  • Fall Bird Walk

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran. We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk: 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk: 10:30am - 11:30am The Adult Bird Walk is for participants ages 12 and over. Limit of 20 participants for the Adult Bird Walk. This is a free event but we do ask that you register. Please reserve one ticket for every member of your group. Important Note: Comfortable shoes or boots, layered clothing, and binoculars

    Free

  • Little Explorers: What’s Buzzing and Blooming?

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Who knows what we’ll find in the Garden?  Come with us to explore!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Nature at Noon at the Woodlands Cemetery

    The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

    Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club, Philly Queer Birders, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series,

  • Little Explorers: Colorful Leaves

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Join us during one of the prettiest times of year and make some colorful art!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Little Explorers: What’s Buzzing and Blooming?

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Who knows what we’ll find in the Garden?  Come with us to explore!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

  • Nature at Noon at The Discovery Center

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For this one-hour outing, we will meet at the parking lot of the Discovery Center at 3401 Reservoir Dr., or you can plug this location into your map (39.98197397151752, -75.1915637320782). This location features an indoor space excellent for viewing ducks and other waterfowl on the reservoir. Access Features: Surface/Terrain: The paved walkway up to the entrance is ADA accessible. The trail is wide and grass covered, with a section of mulch at the beginning of the trail and a somewhat steep entrance. The trail is flat otherwise, but there may be tree roots and other natural items on the path.

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Nature at Noon at Bartram’s Garden

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For this one-hour outing, we will meet at the parking lot of Bartram’s Garden at 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., or you can plug this location into your map (39.93331984947214, -75.21147517369884). This location features an annual painted bunting that has visited the park the past three Januarys. Dress warm – we will aim to stick to the paved paths of the meadow where the bird(s) have been frequently seen in previous years. Access Features Surface/Terrain: Paved trail from Upper Meadow parking loop. Some grass mowed paths that cut through the meadow, but we will aim to stick to the paved paths of

  • Winter Eagle Festival

    Natural Lands is pleased to support the long-running Winter Eagle Festival in Cumberland County, NJ. This event is hosted by Cumberland County, NJ, in partnership with Natural Lands, CU Maurice River, and NJ Audubon. The festival celebrates raptors including bald eagles, falcons, harriers, hawks, and owls. Experts lead timed bird walks and eagle-watching around Natural Lands’ expansive Glades Wildlife Refuge and other scenic spots. Come say hello to staff and volunteers at Natural Lands’ outreach table inside the Mauricetown Firehall, 9544 Noble Street, Mauricetown, NJ, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. *Preserve Manager Zac Bohm will be leading an Eagle

  • Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne

    Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne
    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Riverbend camps create an outdoor experience of fun & free play for campers of all ages! Hiking, stream-stomping and bug-catching are a few of the key ingredients that have made Riverbend's summer camp a sensation since 1982. Riverbend campers aren’t afraid to get a little dirty in our weekly program that runs from mid-June to Labor Day. Our qualified and enthusiastic educators (some who were campers themselves!) guide children in hands-on nature exploration and investigation, games, crafts, hikes and more. Your child’s favorite summer memories await!

    $660

  • Great Backyard Bird Count

    Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join experienced, knowledgeable guides from the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club for a birding walk at Laurel Hill East or Laurel Hill West, and learn to identify birds by sound and sight and record them in the Great Backyard Bird Count, an annual global event during which participants around the world record data about local birds to help scientists better understand and protect them. All ages welcome; no birding experience needed!

    Free