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  • 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

  • Art & Connect: Open Call for Submissions

    What inspires you in nature, and how do you connect with and express this inspiration?  Natural Lands’ NextGen Council invites artists (18+) of all backgrounds and mediums to submit their work for Art & Connect, a juried exhibition to be held this November with our partners at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education in Philadelphia. We are seeking creative expressions inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey—with a special interest in pieces that reflect your connection to Natural Lands’ preserved properties, or the Schuylkill Center.  From painting to poetry, sculpture to spoken word, all

  • Stardust! Summer Celebration

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

    Stardust: It’s literal. It’s metaphorical. And when it touches us, it’s magical!  Soaring trees. Tranquil vistas. Gardens full of natural beauty and life. Let the magic of Stoneleigh awe and inspire you as we gather for Stardust—Natural Lands’ annual summer celebration—to help raise awareness of and support for our mission.   The secret to Stardust’s magic? Being outdoors on a beautiful summer evening—wrapped in a stunning conserved landscape—for cocktails, a roving supper, and much merriment under the stars.  But the night-of experience is only part of the magic. Natural Lands’ regional mission to provide land for life and nature for all is vital. And your sponsorship or ticket purchase will advance our highest priorities for saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to

  • 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.   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

  • 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.     

  • Soften & Surrender: Mini Wellness Retreat

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Are you looking for an opportunity to release your over-stimulated mind and over-taxed body? Take some time for yourself at our mini wellness retreat at Hildacy Preserve. Come gather with others in a safe and nurturing environment to help release unnecessary stress and renew your spirits.  During the session, Christina Fittipoldi will lead us in a gentle yoga practice, accessible for all, and breathwork to support self-awareness.  If the weather permits, we will explore the beauty of Hildacy Preserve with a moving meditation connecting us to nature to soothe our souls.  We will finish our morning with a sound bath with singing bowls

  • 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

  • In Color Birding Book Club: Migrations

    Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join our partners, Philadelphia-based In Color Birding, for their very first Book Club gathering, where bird joy meets storytelling. On Wednesday, June 10th, we are coming together at the Parkway Central Library to dive into Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy, a powerful, atmospheric novel that follows one woman’s journey alongside the last Arctic terns in a rapidly changing world. It is a story about movement, loss, love, and what we hold onto when everything feels uncertain, and we cannot wait to hear what it stirred up for you. This will not be a lecture. It is a conversation. We will spend

  • Home and Garden Tour

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

    Enjoy dazzling displays of native plants, stately trees, and historical landscapes by the Olmsted Brothers that have been thoughtfully reimagined into a beautiful and biodiverse haven for people and wildlife.   The spectacular Tudor Revival Main House—which is only open for special events—is also included in the tour, so don’t miss this opportunity for a peek inside the former home of three prominent Main Line families.   Looking for a more accessible option? Consider joining our Golf Cart tours: Friday, April 17, 11:00 – 11:45 am Friday, May 8, 11:00 – 11:45 am Friday, June 26, 11:00 – 11:45 am

  • Tunes on the Terrace: Arcana Music Ensemble

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

    featuring the works of Pauline Oliveros  In collaboration with Bowerbird, Stoneleigh is pleased to present the Arcana New Music Ensemble performing the music of Pauline Oliveros’s works The Well and The Gentle. Pauline Oliveros’ (1932-2016) life as a composer, performer and humanitarian was about opening her own and others’ sensibilities to the universe and facets of sounds. Her career spanned fifty years of boundary dissolving music making. In the ’50s, she was part of a circle of iconoclastic composers, artists, and poets gathered in San Francisco. In the ’60s, she influenced American music profoundly through her work with improvisation, meditation, electronic music, myth, and ritual.   

  • 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

  • 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