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  • Life After Death: The Importance of Dead and Dying Trees

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

    Most people are familiar with the innumerable benefits of living trees, but even after their death, trees provide vital habitat, shelter, and food for wildlife. Join our partner, Morris Arboretum, for a program to learn how dead and dying trees still teem with life, from tiny termites to fantastic flying squirrels and everything in between. This program will begin inside with a lecture and discussion and then move outdoors to explore the way Stoneleigh: a natural garden has worked to incorporate dead wood into its landscape projects and native plantings. This program has been approved to carry 2.5 CEUs from

  • 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.

  • 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,

  • 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. Instructors Virginia and Anthony will guide kiddos 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 10:15 – 11:00 AM, March 28 through June 13. Join for the whole series or just for one or two

  • Members Appreciation Day

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Land for life. Nature for all. It’s the heart of our mission. But we can’t succeed in delivering on it—saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to the outdoors and each other—without our membership community. You take care of us all year long. We want to thank you! Mingle with other Natural Lands members for an afternoon of festive food and beverages, guided hikes and strolls, and family-friendly activities at a stunning 1,282-acre preserve. Guests are welcome!  Share your passion for protected open space by bringing friends and family along to experience the joy of nature and community.

  • 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. Can’t attend this one, or want to enjoy more? Check these out: Sunday, May 4, 10:15 – 11:15 am  Sunday, May 11, 10:15 – 11:15 am Sunday, May 18, 10:15 – 11:15 am Sunday, May 15, 10:15 – 11:15

  • 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

  • Secrets of Sadsbury Woods Hike

    Sadsbury Woods Preserve 443 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Join us for an educational journey through the beautiful Sadsbury Woods Preserve led by our dedicated volunteer stewards. We’ll explore the vital restoration efforts taking place in the area, as well as other conservation projects aimed at improving the ecology of this forested preserve.  Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy the outdoors, this hike is a wonderful way to connect with nature and learn about the ongoing stewardship efforts at Sadsbury Woods.  This event is free, but registration is encouraged.