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Tyler after Dark: Firefly Walk under the Stars

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, United States

Experience the bioluminescent wonder of fireflies on this after-hours hike! As dusk settles and darkness envelops the Arboretum we will head into the forest to visit several locations where we expect to observe fireflies at this time of year - fields, meadows and at the forest edge. Our guides Dick Cloud and John Bunting will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. In addition to fireflies we hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that make a home in Tyler’s natural areas! Hiking at night is a unique sensory experience. We will use our sense of

$3 – $21

Tyler after Dark: Firefly Walk under the Stars

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Experience the bioluminescent wonder of fireflies on this after-hours hike! As dusk settles and darkness envelops the Arboretum we will head into the forest to visit several locations where we expect to observe fireflies at this time of year - fields, meadows and at the forest edge. Our guides Dick Cloud and John Bunting will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. In addition to fireflies we hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that make a home in Tyler’s natural areas! Hiking at night is a unique sensory experience. We will use our sense of

THE WISSAHICKON WATERSHED THEN & NOW WITH STAN KOZAKOWSKI, DEBBIE HOELLEIN, AND JIM MCCLORY

Meet at Johnson Street and Lincoln Drive Join Debbie, Jim, & Stan as they explore the Monoshone Creek, one of the critical tributaries of the Wissahickon Creek. This tributary played a vital role in the economic and political history of Philadelphia but also was part of the dangerous pollution of the city’s drinking water. From the lessons of the past, learn how your daily activities can both harm and protect our precious natural resources. We will be joined by local historian, David Bower at Historic Rittenhouse Town, to learn more about the rich history of this historic gem and how

The Wissahickon in June with Andi Wingert and Debbie Hoellein

Blue Bell Hill Park 800 W Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet at Blue Bell Hill Park Experience the Wissahickon in June with Andi, Debbie, and Jim. We last did this hike in January when we had beautiful vistas because the leaves were down. This time we will have beautiful flora and hopefully will hear if not see some pretty birds. Our 3.5-4 mile hike will bring us to the East Falls trail on the other side of Lincoln Drive where we will visit the McKinney Quarry. Expect some steep and rocky climbs and descents. Children 12 years and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult, but please, no dogs

Event Series Madame Butterfly

Germantown Arts District June Fourth Friday

The Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre 5427 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 5427 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable night of art, fun, and Culture at Germantown Art District's June 30th Fourth Friday Event! The GAD believes Germantown's historical, cultural, educational, and community contributions continue to shape and evolve the city of Philadelphia, and that is why GAD will be hosting monthly Fourth Fridays programming. Here’s what you can expect in June: ​​There will be fun activities, food/drinks, music, networking and more. 6 pm - 9pm Inside Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre (5427 Germantown Ave) Fourth Friday Party Headquarters - Musiquology in the Box Outside Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre (5427 Germantown Ave) Food and Refreshments

Free

Walk Around Philadelphia : 2023 Exhibit @ Cherry St Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Since 2016, Walk Around Philadelphia has evolved into a citywide public program that has facilitated the exploration of the city’s furthest (and wildest) margins for hundreds of Philadelphians. Walk Around Philadelphia creates cultural events that bring people together in shared experiences that connect them to their own bodies, their neighbors, and the landscape of Philadelphia. Through facilitated walks, exhibitions and narrative storytelling, the project uses the structure of exploring the city’s perimeter to engage with themes of borders and

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Event Series Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

Second Saturdays at Cliveden: Citizenship

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Cliveden’s next Second Saturday event on July 8th, from 9am to 4pm, and the theme is Citizenship! Local organization Victoria Urban Outreach Tutoring Service (VUOTS) will host a civic engagement and legislative conversation with Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project managed by The Lenfest Institute for Journalism. From 9am to 12pm, community members are welcome to volunteer in the gardens and assist the Preservation Director in maintaining the greenspace. Tools and directions will be provided, no experience is necessary. Volunteers should come to the Carriage House and Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119, to meet with Libbie.

Free

TRAILS to ALES: Guided Hike & Drinks at Parks on Tap

Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Take a guided hike that goes from trail…to taps! DATE Thursday, July 13, 2023 TIME 5:30pm - 8:00pm LOCATION Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join John Sigmund, Public Programs Manager and park history enthusiast, for a thirsty Thursday guided hike that goes from the trails to the taps! This social hike series is a great way to get out on the trails and meet new people over cold drinks at a “Parks on Tap ” in Fairmount Park. Parks on Tap is a popular tradition of a traveling beer garden that visits the city’s various neighborhood

Footsteps of the First People: Guided Hike + Meditation

Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate summer with a peaceful hike and meditation! DATE Sunday, July 16, 2023 TIME 9:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Belmont Plateau West Fairmount Park, Army Rd Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join Ecotherapist and Nature Whisperer Krista Nelson for a guided hike and meditation to help you rekindle your love of nature and find strength and companionship in a community of fellow nature lovers. Krista’s popular program “Nature as Lover” facilitates healing through five natural elements: fire, water, air, earth, and space. As a 6th generation Lenape grandmother, Krista honors the Lenape tradition of interconnectedness and reverence for nature. A Lenape language keeper,

Event Series “Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.” presented by Upper Darby Summer Stage

Pockets of Light: A New Interactive Public Arts Installation along the Delaware River Waterfront

Delaware River Waterfront Philadelphia, PA, United States

In order to grow, we all need a little light. The Delaware River Waterfront Trail provides just that—for both people and nature. Through a series of hand- and machine-sewn artworks, artist Julie “Juicebox” Woodard transforms post-consumer waste into depictions of the Delaware River and native plants found along the waterfront. "Wayfinding waterscapes" found on the Delaware pathway guide you to installations at four public piers accompanied by site-specific interactives created by experience designer Eric the Puzzler. Through eye-catching artwork, unique puzzles, local natural history, and participation prizes, the creators aim to enhance the nurturing effects of the waterfront and encourage

Free

Family Mindful Hike with FOW and Hike+Heal

Cedars House 200 W Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet at the Cedar’s House  We’ve learned so much from our Wellness Consultant, Brandi Aulston especially that healing and wellness aren’t linear, it’s a continued investment in ourselves. We’re happy to invite you to a family-friendly hike led by Brandi and her organization, Hike+Heal where you can focus on you and your loved one’s wellness. This hike is a great chance to connect with the outdoors and your community! Together we’ll engage in interactive exercises, reflect and practice mindfulness and experience the beauty of the Wissahickon in the heat of summer. Brandi Aulston, MHA/MHE founder of Hike+Heal Wellness LLC, is a

Over, Under, Around and Through the Wissahickon Watershed with Lisa Donahue and Jon McCabe

Mt. Airy Avenue trailhead, W. Mt Airy Avenue and Mt. AIry TErrace, Philadelphia, PA, 19119, United States

Mt Airy Ave Trailhead An exciting hike through some of the most interesting and historically significant areas of the park. We will visit the wildlife at the frog pond, discuss industrial history at Glen Fern, visit the unique habitat for snakes and other wildlife, and cross the stunning Fingerspan bridge. Along the way, hikers will learn about the park’s crucial role as a watershed, and how the size, shape, and vegetation of the surrounding land directly impacts the amount of water flowing into the creek. We will discuss challenges such as land erosion damage, pollutants, and the complicated relationship with

FREE: Special Needs RAMble 10-12 with The Philadelphia Goat Project

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FREE!!! PGP's fabulous monthly, inclusive, and sensory-friendly space for folx with special needs and their friends/family! Reservations are REQUIRED even though this program is FREE so that we can arrange to have 1:1 staffing for your visit.  Please email: [email protected] or text 215-460-7725. We will need to know your special person's accommodation needs and to have a cell phone contact for a responsible person. Because space is limited, we ask that you PLEASE  do not reserve a spot if you are unable to attend because that might prevent another friend from being able to attend. (THANK YOU!) Families will need to

Footsteps of the First People: Guided Hike + Meditation

Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate summer with a peaceful hike and meditation! TIME 9:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Belmont Plateau West Fairmount Park, Army Rd Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join Ecotherapist and Nature Whisperer Krista Nelson for a guided hike and meditation to help you rekindle your love of nature and find strength and companionship in a community of fellow nature lovers. Krista’s popular program “Nature as Lover” facilitates healing through five natural elements: fire, water, air, earth, and space. As a 6th generation Lenape grandmother, Krista honors the Lenape tradition of interconnectedness and reverence for nature. A Lenape language keeper, Krista is working to revitalize

Event Series 12th Walk Around Philadelphia

Second Thursday Gallery Nights at The Clay Studio

The Clay Studio 1425 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Second Thursday of the month, The Clay Studio joins Crane Arts and NextFab in Second Thursday Gallery Nights, where galleries along the North American Street Arts Corridor are open late to highlight the neighborhood’s creative community. At The Clay Studio, visitors can take a guided tour of the latest exhibition in the Jill Bonovitz Gallery and hear exhibiting artists talk at 6:30 p.m. On August 10, The Clay Studio celebrates the latest solo exhibitions of Resident Artists Ruth Easterbrook, Chris M. Rodgers, and Stephanie Kantor. During this special event, guests will have the opportunity to join some of the

Free

TRAILS to ALES: Guided Hike & Drinks at Parks on Tap

Lemon Hill 3298 Sedgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Take a guided hike that goes from trail…to taps! TIME 6:00pm - 8:00pm LOCATION Lemon Hill Mansion Lemon Hill Drive Philadelphia, PA 19130 Join John Sigmund, Public Programs Manager and park history enthusiast, for a thirsty Thursday guided hike that goes from the trails to the taps! This social hike series is a great way to get out on the trails and meet new people over cold drinks at a “Parks on Tap ” in Fairmount Park. Parks on Tap is a popular tradition of a traveling beer garden that visits the city’s various neighborhood parks. Proceeds benefit Fairmount Park Conservancy and

The Wissahickon as a Watershed, then & now, with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein, and Jim McClory

Meet at Johnson Street and Lincoln Drive Join Debbie, Jim, & Stan as they explore the Monoshone Creek, one of the critical tributaries of the Wissahickon Creek. This tributary played a vital role in the economic and political history of Philadelphia but also was part of the dangerous pollution of the city’s drinking water. From the lessons of the past, learn how your daily activities can both harm and protect our precious natural resources. We will be joined by local historian, David Bower at Historic Rittenhouse Town, to learn more about the rich history of this historic gem and how

TrailOff & Trail Walk-in Event featuring Indigenous Storytelling and a Walking Experience Along the Delaware River

Frankford Boat Launch Frankford Boat Laucnh, Philadelphia, PA, United States

TrailOff puts YOU at the center of the story through a free app that syncs audio to your phone’s GPS as you walk along the K&T Trail in Northeast Philadelphia. The story "Conversations" imagines discussions with the Indigenous Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape people of past, present, and future. Bring a charged smartphone and headphones! We’ll provide bug spray, snacks, water, and a unique walking experience. 4 - 4:30 PM Arrive and listen and walk at your own pace! "Conversations" leads you from the Frankford Boat Launch to Lardner's Point Park and back. 2.1 mile trip, about 50 minutes. When you get back,

Free

TAKE A HIKE on the Trolley Trail!

Chamounix Hostel 3250 Chamounix Dr, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the physical remains of what is now a hidden trolley network along this 4-mile loop hike.   TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION Chamounix Hostel 3250 Chamounix Dr Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join Kevin Roche, Fairmount Park Conservancy staff member, hike leader, and Trolley Trail enthusiast for a hike through the park’s fascinating past and present! The Fairmount Park Trolley operated in East & West Park from 1896-1946 providing a reliable and enjoyable means of accessing park amenities. Explore the physical remains of what is now a hidden trolley network including massive stone tunnels and bridge abutments along this 4 mile loop

The Wissahickon in August with Debbie Hoellein, Andi Wingert & Jim McClory

Meet at Arrow Athletic Field Parking Lot, Magdalena Street and Walnut Lane Join Andi, Jim, and Debbie as we hike the Wissahickon in August. We last did this hike in February when the temperature was in the mid 40s and some plants were just starting to bud. Now instead of vistas, we will have lots of native and non-native plants to observe. And we will need to see Toleration up close instead of from across the creek. We expect to hear birds, although it will be more difficult to see them. Besides visiting one of the 3 statues in Wissahickon

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Summer Festival at Whitby Park

Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Avenue Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Cobbs Creek Park Ambassadors invite neighbors to come enjoy free food, music, and outdoor fun in the park! We will have bounce houses, a native plant giveaway, expert-led birding and mushroom walks, water testing demonstrations, and more.

TRAILS to ALES: Guided Hike & Drinks at Parks on Tap

Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Take a guided hike that goes from trail…to taps! DATE Thursday, September 28, 2023 TIME 5:00pm - 7:00pm LOCATION Woodford Mansion 2300 N. 33rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 Join Fairmount Park Conservancy’s John Sigmund, Director of Public Programs and park history enthusiast, for a thirsty Thursday guided hike on September 28 from 5–7 PM. This social hike series is a great way to get out on the trails and meet new people over cold drinks at Parks on Tap in Fairmount Park. Parks on Tap is a popular traveling beer garden that visits the city’s various neighborhood parks. Proceeds benefit

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Hike and Connect with NextGen

Stroud Preserve Private Entrance 449 Lucky Hill Road, West Chester, PA, United States

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Explore trails and connect with colleagues.

Philadelphia Birding Weekend

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will be hosted Oct. 13 - 15, 2023! We are bringing back some favorite field trips from last year, such as The Woodlands and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. We are also adding new field trips, including excursions to the Navy Yard and Belmont Plateau. We hope that you'll consider joining us for another fun weekend of birding in Philadelphia. Registration for Audubon Mid-Atlantic's 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will open on Monday, August 21. The registration link will go live at www.phillybirding.com

Event Series Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education for spooktacular mystery filled hikes and hayrides through a moonlit forest. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy s’mores by the campfire, food trucks, an outdoor movie screening, games and other activities. The event also features an up-close look at some native nocturnal animals to celebrate the spirit of the season! NOTE: Due to limited space, registration is required. Please bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, we will postpone the event until the following weekend. (Also, members’ tickets are half-price with the PROMO CODE

$13 – $26
Event Series Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education for spooktacular mystery filled hikes and hayrides through a moonlit forest. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy s’mores by the campfire, food trucks, an outdoor movie screening, games and other activities. The event also features an up-close look at some native nocturnal animals to celebrate the spirit of the season! NOTE: Due to limited space, registration is required. Please bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, we will postpone the event until the following weekend. (Also, members’ tickets are half-price with the PROMO CODE

$13 – $26

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Trail Off Storywalk

Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience TrailOff’s story by Denise Valentine and walk with the TTF Saturday Walk With Me Group  Part 1: Saturday, Nov. 4th 9:30-11am  Begin at I St. and Ramona Ave. Gateway. The first part of the story extends for 45 minutes to Tabor Rd. and then we will walk back together. Part 2: Saturday, Nov. 11th 9:30-11am  Begin at Tabor Rd. and Olney Ave. Gateway. The next part of the story extends for 45 minutes to almost Crescentville Rd. and Tookany Creek Pkwy and then we will walk back together. The flow of human history, like the water rushing to the

Trail Off Storywalk

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience TrailOff’s story by Denise Valentine and walk with the TTF Saturday Walk With Me Group  Part 1: Saturday, Nov. 4th 9:30-11am  Begin at I St. and Ramona Ave. Gateway. The first part of the story extends for 45 minutes to Tabor Rd. and then we will walk back together. Register Here to join. Part 2: Saturday, Nov. 11th 9:30-11am  Begin at Tabor Rd. and Olney Ave. Gateway. The next part of the story extends for 45 minutes to almost Crescentville Rd. and Tookany Creek Pkwy and then we will walk back together. The flow of human history, like the

TAKE A HIKE on the Trolley Trail!

Chamounix Mansion Hostel 3250 Chamounix Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the physical remains of what is now a hidden trolley network along this 4-mile loop hike. DATE Sunday, November 12, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION Chamounix Mansion 3250 Chamounix Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Kevin Roche on November 12 from 10:00 AM–12:30 PM for a guided hike to learn about the Trolley Trail’s fascinating past and present. The Fairmount Park Trolley operated in East and West Park from 1896-1946, providing a reliable and enjoyable means of accessing park amenities. Explore the physical remains of what is now a hidden trolley network including massive stone tunnels

Family-Friendly Mindful Hike with FOW and Hike+Heal

Houston Playground 900 Grakyn Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

November 19 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Meet at Houston Playground We’ve learned so much from our Wellness Consultant, Brandi Aulston, especially that healing and wellness aren’t linear; it’s a continued investment in ourselves. We’re happy to invite you to a family-friendly hike led by Brandi, the founder of Hike+Healwhere families can focus on their wellness. This hike is a great chance to connect with the outdoors and your community. All are welcome! Together, we’ll engage in interactive exercises, reflect, and practice mindfulness as we experience the beauty of the Wissahickon in crisp fall weather. We’ll begin at Houston

Lenape History Talk and Walk, Free Event

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FREE event-join the Philly Goats at Awbury and learn about the history of the original peoples of the land. Meet the Philly Goats and walk with us through the farm and arboretum as we learn about the culture and history of the Lenape nation in our area. RAIN DATE is 11/26.

Walk with Me

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Let’s take a healthy stroll in the park together! Join your neighbors every Friday or Saturday morning, or Sunday afternoon for a healthy and empowering stroll on the Tacony Creek Park trail. On Fridays, we meet from 9:00am–10:00am at E Tabor Rd & E Olney Ave. All are welcome to join us for this free walking group. The trail is a paved, fairly flat Circuit Trail; all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us. All programs follow Philadelphia Covid guidelines. Register Here to join. If you have any questions, email [email protected] or call 215.744.1853.  

Event Series Full Moon hike

Festively Fly Holiday Market

Location 215 990 Spring Garden Street, #1st floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

All Black Everything Pop-Up curates the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market - a commerce space for Black businesses that introduces ALL nationalities to dope Black brands from around the country ready to supply your holiday shopping needs! Listen and vibe to DJ sets all evening as well as a live musical performance at 6PM. Snap a Festively Fly photo at Black women owned Soirees & Sendoffs holiday installation, spin and pose on the 360 Machine, sample and purchase wine from Black owned Pennsylvania winery Cyrenity Sips, munch on snacks, sweets, and sip lemonade provided by We Eatin Snack Company, Not

$25

From Grieving to Grounding: Winter Hike with Krista Nelson

Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join ecotherapist and Lenape language keeper Krista Nelson on a winter hike along the Trolley Trail. DATE Saturday, January 27, 2024 TIME 1:00pm - 3:30pm LOCATION Belmont Plateau West Fairmount Park, Army Rd Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and ecotherapist/Lenape language keeper Krista Nelson for a winter hike along the Trolley Trail on Saturday, January 27 from 1:00-3:30 PM. As the bare winter trees remind us of loss, their structural beauty heralds the promise of new beginnings. Step by step along a two-mile route, we’ll shed what grief clings to. And as we let go, we’ll clear a path

Morris Arboretum & Gardens Bare Naked Trees Tour

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Join an experienced guide to explore the beauty of “bare naked trees” in winter. Without their leaves, deciduous trees reveal a variety of shapes and sculptures to admire. The tour features weeping, round, pyramidal, and vase-shaped trees, and highlights the many colors and textures of tree bark. This tour provides a unique perspective of trees as we enjoy the beauty of the winter garden. Meet at the Welcome Center. Free with general admission ($0 to $12). Weather permitting. Enjoy discounted winter admission through February 29!

$12

First Friday Hike

ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, PA, United States

Celebrate the start of the month with the beauty of the great outdoors.

Footsteps of the First People: Guided Hike + Meditation

Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Start your day with a peaceful hike and meditation along the Trolley Trail! DATE Saturday, March 16 TIME 9:30 am - 11:30 am LOCATION Belmont Plateau   Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and ecotherapist/Lenape nature healer Krista Nelson for a two-mile guided hike and meditation along the Trolley Trail on Saturday, March 16 from 9:00-11:30 AM. This hike will help you rekindle your love of nature and find strength and companionship in a community of fellow nature lovers. As a sixth-generation Lenape grandmother, Krista honors the Lenape tradition of interconnectedness and reverence for nature. A Lenape language keeper, Krista is working

Tricky Tree ID

Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trees are tricky to ID in early spring when tell-tale leaves are yet to emerge.

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

First Friday Hike

Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, PA, United States

Celebrate the start of the month with the beauty of the great outdoors.

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Wildflower Walk

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided hike through the Wildflower Loop to see some of Philadelphia’s finest spring ephemerals! Together, we will get an up-close opportunity to identify and admire multitudes of spring ephemerials ranging from beautiful Virginia bluebells, dainty spring beauties, robust trilliums, and more. During this guided hike, visitors will learn about spring ephemerals, their importance to early pollinators, and the perils they face. Registration required. $15 for members $20 for non-members

$20

Terrific Trillium

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Mt. Cuba’s premier collection of native trilliums provides a spectacular floral display each spring. Élan Alford, Mt. Cuba - plant conservation, presents an informative overview of our efforts to protect and conserve this iconic genus and discusses their culture and care as garden plants. A tour of our woodland gardens to see these jewels of the forest floor completes the day. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 13, 2024. About the Instructor: Élan Alford, Ph.D., is the plant conservation scientist at Mt. Cuba Center. She coordinates volunteer research, including rare plant monitoring. Prior

$29
Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Revival Walk: Philly Celebrates Jazz Edition

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Olney Culture Lab on Saturday, April 20 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm for a Revival Walk (Philly Celebrates Jazz Edition) through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia where we will honor the sun, wind, trees, birds and nature. Mama Carla will share stories illuminating the history of jazz as well as our place in community with one another and with our natural environment. Originally created by dance artist / activist Lela Aisha Jones during the height of the pandemic, the Revival Walks brought healing, solace and joy to participants, as facilitators lifted up Afro-centric practices

The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers: Section B

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycle before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges, and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

$29

Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

$7

Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Finding balance in our busy and pressured lives can be challenging, but if we allow an appreciation of birds and nature to slow us down we improve our overall well-being. Research shows that exposure to nature actively reduces stress, depression, and anxiety, while helping build a stronger heart and immune system. Birds are gateways into deeper experiences with nature, magnifying these benefits. Through the mindful observations of birds and their habitats, we learn not only about them, but about ourselves. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 27, 2024. About the Instructor: Holly is

$29

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Guided Trails Hike at Mt. Cuba

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Two hours, $7 per person in addition to garden admission, free for members. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturdays & Sundays, May – June & September – November.

$7

Annual Migratory Bird Census

Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary Sunnyside Road, Easton, PA, United States

Join our long-running, citizen-science effort to document birds during the peak of spring migration.

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Event Series Summer Yoga Series with Dragonfly Yoga

TrailOff Story Walk on the Delaware South Trail: Appear to Me

Delaware River Trail

Local theater and game-making company Swim Pony will lead a FREE guided community walk of their TrailOff immersive audio story Appear to Me by author Eppchez Yo-Sí Yes. TrailOff is a groundbreaking app created by Swim Pony in partnership with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Circuit Trails Network that transforms nature trails into stories that one can walk into, through the visions of incredible local BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors. It uses the magic of GPS-triggered audio technology to create an experience that is personalized to the user. TrailOff is completely free to download and available on iPhone and Android.

Free

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Birds, Bugs, and Goats

Awbury Agricultural Village 901 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Let’s Go Outdoors as we spend some time at the Awbury Farm, meeting the Philly Goat Project goats. In addition, we’ll look around for some fun critters and try out some beginner binoculars for birding. Loaner bug boxes & binoculars will be available.

Free

reCreate Gallery Summer Reception

1800 N American St 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The reCreate gallery features local artists & makers who incorporate various forms of sustainability & material reuse into their creative process. The gallery is free and open to the public during our retail hours by design, so that the works & wares are seen by a diverse range of customers & donors, inspiring them to make meaningful connections between what they buy, make, and do in their everyday lives. Come be inspired by this Summer’s group exhibition, featuring over 20 creative re•users!

Free

WALK THE CITY’S EDGE: CHERRY STREET PIER TOWARDS GRAFFITI PIER

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join artist & Walk Around Philadelphia organizer JJ Tiziou to walk a short segment of the city’s perimeter from Cherry Street Pier past Penn Treaty Park and towards Graffiti Pier. This is a 2-3 hour / 5-6 mile out & back experience and will proceed in any weather. After the walk we can continue the conversation at Cherry Street Pier’s beer garden if you’d like! Learn more & RSVP at http://www.WalkAroundPhiladelphia.org

Free

The Shade Trees of Summer at Laurel Hill West

West Laurel Hill Cemetery 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

In the cooler hours of the evening, take in and learn about the beautiful trees and gardens in a special tour of Laurel Hill West with Aaron Greenberg, Laurel Hill’s Arboretum Manager and master arborist. COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** Free/Ages 5 and under ** Access Card + Valid Photo I.D. must be presented at check-in. Youth and children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Event Series Summer Yoga Series with Dragonfly Yoga

Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, June 15, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Juneteenth Tours at the Peter Wentz Farmstead Join the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. We will be offering special tours throughout the weekend focusing on the lives of the enslaved people owned by the Wentz family and how their stories connect to the larger history of slavery in early Pennsylvania. Learn about Jack, a freedom seeker owned by Peter Wentz who escaped twice from the Farmstead. Hear the stories of Hannah Till and William Lee, enslaved people

Free

Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450

Walk with Me

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Let’s take a healthy stroll in the park together! Join your neighbors every Thursday, Friday, or Saturday morning for a healthy and empowering stroll on the Tacony Creek Park trail. On Fridays, we meet from 9:00am–10:00 am at the E Tabor & E Olney Ave Gateway of the park. All are welcome to join us for this free walking group. The trail is a paved, fairly flat Circuit Trail; all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us. Please bring a face mask and keep six feet away from other attendees. Register Here to join. If you have any questions,

Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450

Native Alternatives to Invasive Ornamentals

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Non-native invasive plants, like Japanese barberry and English ivy, damage our environment by invading natural areas and outcompeting native plants. To help stop the spread, the Delaware state legislature recently passed a law banning the sale of 36 invasive plant species. Join Leah Brooks as she presents beautiful native alternatives to these invasive ornamentals and explains how making these substitutes helps protect our ecosystems. A garden walk to view recommended plants is included. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, July 19, 2024. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt.

$29
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450
Event Series Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Education Center

mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Camps have weekly themes including Mini-Worlds, Messy Science, Water Warriors, and Nature Arts! Check out our website for more info! General Information Ages: 5-10 Dates: July 1-July 26 2024 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 educators Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:45am -

$450

A Walk Around the Summit

West Laurel Hill Cemetery 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

Laurel Hill West contains approximately 90,000 burials- so there are a lot of stories to tell!  During this tour, visitors will be treated to over 16 stories of fascinating individuals, without ever leaving the “Summit” section. Tour Guide: Joe Lex COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** Free/Ages 5 and under ** Access Card + Valid Photo I.D. must be presented at check-in. Youth and children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets must

Walk with Me

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Let’s take a healthy stroll in the park together! Join your neighbors every Thursday, Friday, or Saturday morning for a healthy and empowering stroll on the Tacony Creek Park trail. On Fridays, we meet from 9:00am–10:00 am at the E Tabor & E Olney Ave Gateway of the park. All are welcome to join us for this free walking group. The trail is a paved, fairly flat Circuit Trail; all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us. Please bring a face mask and keep six feet away from other attendees. Register Here to join. If you have any questions,

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Craft a Fairy House: Section B

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Children—and those young at heart—love to play in the woods, so building a fairy house is a fantastic way to nurture an appreciation of the natural world and exercise imagination. Work with foraged twigs, bark, leaves, cones, and other botanicals to construct an enchanting garden home for fairies, elves, and trolls. Please meet at the Ticketing Terrace and turn a walk in the woods into magical memories for you and your favorite youngster. $8 for adults, $15 for kids (max 3 kids/adult). This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, September 14, 2024. About the Instructor: Nancy Bell

$3 – $15

Revival Walk: Nurture the Inner Child

Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway, 19120 Tabor Rd and Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Olney Culture Lab this year for Revival Walks through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia where we will honor the sun, wind, trees, birds, and nature. Mama Carla will share stories illuminating our place in the community with one another and with our natural environment. Originally created by dance artist / activist Lela Aisha Jones during the height of the pandemic, the Revival Walks brought healing, solace and joy to participants, as facilitators lifted up Afro-centric practices in order to rebalance our relationship to the natural world. Each Revival Walk will also be joined by a

Delaware River Festival

Penn's Landing

Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, join us for an annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum visits, pedal boat opportunities, face painting, or scavenger hunts, there is something for everyone.

Event Series Great Marsh Nature Walk

Great Marsh Nature Walk

Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

Join us at Great Marsh Institute for a Nature Walk with PA Master Naturalist, Diana Cormack. We'll explore the woods, meadows, and wetlands of the Great Marsh in northern Chester County. We’ll look for nuts and seeds, maybe we can find some beech nuts. RSVP to [email protected] to attend.

Free

Philadelphia Birding Weekend

On the weekend of October 12 and 13th, Audubon will host its third annual Philadelphia Birding Weekend. Over two days, Audubon staff and volunteer guides will lead bird tours in some of the Philadelphia's iconic green spaces. Planned excursions include touring local watersheds and parks, bird monitoring in Center City, learning about the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood's importance within the city, and so much more! Every tour is free and family friendly! For more information on Philly Birding Weekend, please visit our website.

Nichos

Esperanza Arts Center presents NICHOS WORLD PREMIERE Tanaquil Márquez | Ximena Violante | Calo Rosa October 17-27, 2024 What is the cultural essence that endures in Mexican identity? Tanaquil Márquez , Ximena Violante, and Calo Rosa present NICHOS, a multidisciplinary theater creation that traces the evolution of Mexican culture through 500 years of conquest, colonization, exile, assimilation, and cross-cultural generations. Poetic, humorous, and painful, Nichos is an epic play, celebrating Mexico’s complexities, color, and magic. Inspired by interviews and oral histories from the Philadelphia migrant community and their respective families in Mexico, Nichos explores the question, “When one leaves their

$60

Great Marsh Nature Walk

Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

Join us at Great Marsh Institute on Saturday, October 19th at 9am for a Nature Walk with PA Master Naturalist, Diana Cormack. We will explore the woods, meadows, and wetlands of the Great Marsh. On this morning walk we will be looking for a variety of fall species of plants and animals. Please RSVP to [email protected] to attend.

Free

Medicinal Invasive Plants & Responsible Wildcrafting

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Learn the medicinal uses of common garden invaders, and how they can be part of a more responsible approach to harvesting medicinal plants in the wild. Rachelan Griffin discusses endangered and threatened native medicinal plants, responsible wildcrafting practices, and the cultivation of these important but rapidly disappearing herbal powerhouses. The lecture will be followed by a walk in the gardens. This class is rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, October 20, 2024 (Rain Date: Sunday, October 27). About the Instructor: Rachelan Griffin is a trained Herbalist

$29
Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Fall Bird Walk

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

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up) : 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30am - 11:30am Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran as they lead families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years

Free

Profs & Pints Philadelphia: A Guide to Witches

Black Squirrel Club 1049 Sarah St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Profs and Pints Philadelphia presents: “A Guide to Witches,” on the figure of the witch in history, legend, folklore, and fairy tales, with Linda Lee, lecturer in folklore and literature at the University of Pennsylvania. Get ready for something spellbinding: A look at various depictions of witches as reflections of ideas about female sexuality, independence, agency, and power. Offering up this pre-Halloween treat will be folklorist Linda Lee, who previously has given excellent talks at the Black Squirrel Club in Philadelphia’s Fishtown on dark Christmas folklore and the goddess Persephone. We’ll start with an introduction to witches from European folklore,

$13.50 – $17

Nature Walk

Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

Join us at Great Marsh Institute on Sunday, October 27th at 4pm for a Nature Walk with PA Master Naturalist, Diana Cormack. We will explore the woods, meadows, and wetlands of the Great Marsh. On our last walk of the month, we’ll look for what is left after the leaves have fallen: seeds, nuts, rose hips and anything else we can find. RSVP to [email protected] to attend

Free

Mischief Night Portrait Party in the Rose Garden

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Pose in costume in the Rose Garden with your friends, then after sunset come back to the Welcome Center to paint small portraits of each other to take home! For adults only.

Event Series Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Tour Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a natural paradise located on a beautiful stretch of the Delaware River in Bensalem, PA. Andalusia is a great place to spend a day exploring history and nature. The historic house, a National Historic Landmark, is surrounded by 50 acres of lush gardens, woodlands, and waterfront. Visitors can tour the mansion and gardens, or simply relax, enjoy the scenery, and have a picnic lunch on the grounds. The historic house is filled with art and personal possessions from the 1790s to the 1970s, showcasing an unparalleled look into the nation’s past through the

$15 – $30

Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk

Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary Sunnyside Road, Easton, PA, United States

Explore the array of edible & medicinal plants at Mariton. *not a foraging event*

Owl Howl

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2024

$29