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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

  • PlayIn Time Music Circle

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

    Join our partners at PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up their bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic and new tunes. PlayIn Time’s Music Circles build musical connection and community through shared fun. Get ready to dance, jam, and learn.  Things to know:   Classes will run on Friday mornings from 10:15am – 11:00am.   Join for the whole series or just for one or two sessions. Registration is available on PlayIn Time’s website, linked below.   If

  • Wild Materials: Transforming Found Objects into Art – rescheduled

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    Please note: this event has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 23, 1:00 – 4:00 PM. Sticks, stones, shells, seeds, feathers, bark, river glass, found objects, fibers, paint…  Using a playful mix of natural materials and unexpected treasures, we’ll come together to create art. A selection of recycled wooden cigar boxes will be provided for you to choose from and transform. You don’t need to bring anything—however, you’re welcome to bring small personal objects if you’d like to incorporate them into your piece.  Each participant will select a cigar box that will become the stage for imagination and playful making. Our

  • Yoga in the Garden

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

    Relax the mind and strengthen the body with an all-levels yoga class and meditation session guided by Christina Fittipoldi in the tranquil setting of Stoneleigh. The gentle pace will allow us time to linger in poses and build a deeper connection to the body using our breath.    Please bring a mat, water bottle, and any props you may like to use.  

  • 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

  • Yoga in the Garden

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

    Relax the mind and strengthen the body with an all-levels yoga class and meditation session guided by Christina Fittipoldi in the tranquil setting of Stoneleigh. The gentle pace will allow us time to linger in poses and build a deeper connection to the body using our breath.    Please bring a mat, water bottle, and any props you may like to use.