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  • 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.

  • Annual Migratory Bird Census

    Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary 240 Sunnyside Road, Easton, Pennsylvania

    Preserve Manager Zane Miller guides this annual community-science effort to document birds at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary. Two decades of data reflect impressive avian diversity; birders find an average of 50 species each year.   Mariton includes various habitats for thrushes, flycatchers, tanagers, and a dozen warbler species. The Migratory Bird Census offers a great opportunity to hone observation skills and learn more about the species that migrate through the region.  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

  • Pints on the Preserve

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds at the Lenfest Center pavilion. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view. Pair your pint with a… …hike! ChesLen Preserve includes nearly 1,300 acres and more than 14 miles of trails to explore. …picnic! Bring a picnic to enjoy with your favorite pint. …fun time with friends! Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a get together with friends and family on the Lenfest Center’s back deck or the covered pavilion. ….enjoy yummy food truck fare from Delco Steaks. *Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase.* Join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month,

  • 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