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  • Poetry Circle & Connect: The Peace of Wild Things

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    For as long as there has existed the written word, people have written about the natural world. To explore their connection with and deepen their understanding of it. To express an appreciation for its beauty and to raise awareness about issues that threaten it. To reflect on their place within the larger ecosystem that includes us all. Join us on the overlook hill at ChesLen Preserve (weather permitting) to celebrate National Poetry Month with an open share of nature-inspired poems. Share your own poems, the poems of others you appreciate, or simply listen.   This event will be one for conversation

  • Outdoors Online: Common Mushrooms of the Yard & Garden

    Curious about the mushrooms popping up in your yard or garden? Join our partner, Allegheny Land Trust, for this live webinar that explores the fascinating fungi commonly found in our everyday outdoor spaces.   Led by Julie Travaglini, this session will introduce participants to basic mushroom identification, the ecological roles fungi play, and what to know about mushrooms you might encounter close to home. Perfect for curious gardeners, nature lovers, and beginners—no prior experience required.  Grab a refreshment, get cozy, and log in from wherever you are.   About our instructor:   Julie is the Senior Director of Education and Curriculum for Allegheny Land Trust. In her role, she

  • Radiant Redbuds

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Adorned in blooms of ivory, magenta, or dusty rose, eastern redbuds are among the showiest and most beloved of our spring-blooming trees. During this guided walk, explore Stoneleigh’s spectacular collection of nearly 30 eastern redbud varieties and bask in the beauty of the many other early blooming trees in the spring garden.  

  • Nature as Healer: A (Grief) Writing Workshop

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    “The people cannot be healed until the land is healed. The land cannot be healed until the people are healed by the land.” – Martin Prechtel, author  Nature can be a great healer for the heartaches we all experience along our journey. Join Naila Francis, founder of This Hallowed Wilderness, for a writing workshop to explore the restorative power of nature (right around Earth Day). Together, we will walk through the shady woods and sunny meadows of Hildacy Preserve, listening to our inner voices, on this inspiring nature immersion that also invites us into reciprocal relationship with the land and wildlife.

  • Birds & Belonging: A Walk with Philly Queer Birders

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Birds, community, and spring vibes abound. Join us as Natural Lands teams up with Philly Queer Birders for an inclusive, all-levels bird walk at Hildacy Preserve. This relaxed outing welcomes LGBTQIA+ folks and allies to enjoy spring migration, learn about local birds, and connect with community in a supportive outdoor space. No birding experience required—just curiosity and a love of being outside. About our partners: Philly Queer Birders, founded in March 2021, is a monthly group that builds LGBTQIA+ community through birding while exploring Philadelphia’s parks and natural spaces, plus surrounding areas. The group welcomes all skill levels, emphasizes accessibility

  • Spring Bird Walk

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    The diverse and growing gardens of Stoneleigh sustain a variety of migratory songbirds during spring migration. Flycatchers, orioles, thrushes, and warblers wing their way across the garden, stopping to fuel up during their journeys.    Bring a pair of binoculars and get ready for a relaxing morning of looking and listening for birds in the garden.    

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Willisbrook Preserve Titans Cricket Ground, 110 Line Rd, Malvern, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. Led by our preserve management staff, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. The songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more, they are environmental

  • Outdoors Online: Stings, Spores, & Stinks

    Join us for a fun and fascinating journey into the toxic traits of Pennsylvania’s most notorious plants and animals. From plants that can leave you itching for days to creatures that pack a punch with a single encounter, nature’s defenses are as diverse as they are intriguing. Led by education partner Julie Travaglini, this webinar will entertain and enlighten with stories, science, and savvy tips to make your next nature exploration safer and more interesting. Whether you’re a backyard explorer, gardener, hiker, or curious learner, this engaging session brings the often-hidden side of the outdoors to life. Grab a refreshment,

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Summerhill Preserve 6029 Goshen Road, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. Led by our preserve management staff, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. The songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more, they are environmental

  • Native Plant & Insect Relationships with Morris Arboretum

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Insects rely on plants for a variety of things, such as food, shelter, and breeding habitat. For our native insects, plant species are of particular importance as they often fill unique needs that other plants cannot.   Join us as we learn how insects and native plants interact and support each other—in both public gardens and our own backyards.  After an indoor lecture, we will move outside to explore the plants and pollinators in the gardens of Stoneleigh.  This program will take place at Stoneleigh: a natural garden.   Registration through Morris Arboretum.   register now  

  • Tales of Stroud Preserve: Then & Now

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Join current Preserve Manager Jill Sabre, past Preserve Manager Jack Stefferud, and Events Coordinator Tianna Godsey for a guided hike at Stroud Preserve. It’s a perfect chance to meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts and experience the preserve during one of its most vibrant seasons. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just starting out, the trails offer a rewarding mix of terrain and scenery for everyone.  Along the way, we’ll pause at key spots to highlight notable features of the landscape and share how our land management practices support wildlife habitat while welcoming public exploration.

  • Mother Nature Retreat: Forest Bathing & Nature Journaling

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and forget to slow down, breathe, and experience the peace that nature offers.  Join guide Stacey Vinci for a slow-paced, sensory guided walk, wander, and reflection at Saunders Woods Preserve. Stacey’s relational and heart-centered approach can promote wellness and healing, regulate the nervous system, support the immune system, prevent burnout, and help strengthen our relationship with the natural world.   As part of this restorative experience, you’ll also have the opportunity to engage in nature journaling—whether through reflective writing, sketching, or both. Notebooks and colored pencils will be provided, allowing you to capture your

  • Serpentine Barrens Tour at Serpentine & Willisbrook Preserves

    Willisbrook Preserve Titans Cricket Ground, 110 Line Rd, Malvern, Pennsylvania

    Join Natural Lands and our partners Willistown Township staff to learn about this unique ecosystem. Join us for an enlightening tour of the Serpentine Barrens at Serpentine & Willisbrook Preserves, hosted by our expert Willisbrook Preserve Manager Erin Smith. This special event is designed specifically for Willistown Township residents who may be unfamiliar with this unique and fascinating ecosystem. For ages 12 and up. Space is limited – participants must be comfortable walking along wooded trails. Please leave your four-legged friends at home. Rain date: Monday, May 18. Park at the gravel lot parallel to the soccer fields at 139

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk led by our skilled Force of Nature volunteers, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. The songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more, they are environmental indicators, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. Learn more about

  • Fungi Finds & Field Notes: A Nature Journaling Foray

    French Creek State Park 843 Park Road, Elverson, PA, United States

    Discover the amazing world of fungi at the third session of our Learning Through Art series. In partnership with the Philly Mycology Club and our friends at French Creek State Park, this immersive program blends natural history, creativity, and mindful observation as we explore one of the most fascinating branches of life on Earth. During this special session, participants will join volunteer leaders from Philly MycoClub for an informal, curiosity‑driven walk‑and‑talk through the woods. Along the way, we’ll slow down to notice the forms, colors, and textures of the mushrooms and lichens around us—pausing for nature journaling as we learn.

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Wawa Preserve 127 Valley Rd, Media, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. Led by our preserve management staff, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. The songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more, they are environmental

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Sadsbury Woods Preserve 443 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. Led by our preserve management staff, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. Plan for delays and prepare to leave a bit early for arrival to Sadsbury Woods. Please be aware, ongoing construction has been scheduled to occur on Old Wilmington Road starting in April and going

  • Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk, we’ll watch for migrating species, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. Led by our preserve management staff, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. The songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more, they are environmental

  • Explore: Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research

    Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research 170 Possum Hollow Rd, Newark, DE

    Go behind the scenes at Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research to learn how injured and orphaned wild birds are given a second chance. Participants will explore the facility, meet the experts who provide lifesaving care, and gain insight into the rehabilitation process from intake to release. This educational visit offers a rare look at the challenges and triumphs of wildlife rescue, perfect for curious nature lovers of all ages.     

  • Outdoors Online: Native Bees of PA

    Did you know that Pennsylvania is home to more species of bees than birds? In this webinar, you’ll learn about our state’s buzzing, beautiful bees. Led by education partner Julie Travaglini, this webinar will entertain and enlighten with stories, science, and savvy tips to make your next nature exploration safer and more interesting. Whether you’re a backyard explorer, gardener, hiker, or curious learner, this engaging session brings the often-hidden side of the outdoors to life. Grab a refreshment, get cozy, and log in from wherever you are. About our instructor:   Julie is the senior director of education and curriculum for

  • Mother Nature Retreat: Forest Bathing & Nature Journaling

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and forget to slow down, breathe, and experience the peace that nature offers.  Join guide Stacey Vinci for a slow-paced, sensory guided walk, wander, and reflection at Saunders Woods Preserve. Stacey’s relational and heart-centered approach can promote wellness and healing, regulate the nervous system, support the immune system, prevent burnout, and help strengthen our relationship with the natural world.   As part of this restorative experience, you’ll also have the opportunity to engage in nature journaling—whether through reflective writing, sketching, or both. Notebooks and colored pencils will be provided, allowing you to capture your

  • Summer Solstice

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

    Celebrate the longest day of the year and welcome summer at Riverbend! Did you know that on summer solstice the sun makes its longest journey across the sky making it the longest day of the year? This day has been celebrated by many cultures throughout history and marks the beginning of summer! Join us on Riverbend’s preserve for summer fun! We’ll have a wine garden for the adults, activities for the kids, pretzels and water ice, a bonfire and s’mores, and live music. Groups are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack their own picnic dinner. At

    $35

  • Insect Safari for Kids

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Bugs are all around us. Underground, in the air, underwater… they’re everywhere! Despite their small size, insects are among the most important animals on the planet, supporting our ecosystems from the ground up. Stoneleigh is home to many different insects, from tiny beetles to giant dragonflies.     Kids, grab your favorite adult and join us on an insect safari in the garden as we search for bugs of all sorts. We’ll learn about their fascinating relationships with plants, humans, and each other. Afterward, you’ll be ready to embark on an insect safari in your own backyard.   This program takes places outdoors and is intended for kids aged

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Bioluminescent Lightshow

    Green Hills Preserve 553 Gunhart Road, Mohnton, Pennsylvania

    Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars as we look for several different species of fireflies, each emitting their unique glow. Led by volunteer Mike Slater and Events Coordinator Tianna Godsey, this program will educate us about the behavior, biology, and conservation of fireflies while experiencing the wonder of nature’s living light show. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, photographers, families, and anyone looking to escape into the magic of the evening, this event will undoubtedly be one to remember. Find more dates and locations below: Saturday, June 27, 7:30 – 9:00 pm, Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary (Easton, PA) Sunday, June