BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grid Magazine - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gridphilly.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grid Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T022253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T022253Z UID:10034657-1778832000-1778841000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by our preserve management staff\, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. \nPlan for delays and prepare to leave a bit early for arrival to Sadsbury Woods. Please be aware\, ongoing construction has been scheduled to occur on Old Wilmington Road starting in April and going through the end of the year. Attendees will still have access to the preserve\, but please account for possible delays in your travel time. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \nCan’t attend this one? Check out more dates and locations in our Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk series below: \n\nTuesday\, April 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, ChesLen Preserve’s wetlands (Coatesville\, PA)\nThursday\, April 30\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Crow’s Nest Preserve (Elverson\, PA) \nWednesday\, May 6\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern\, PA) \nThursday\, May 7\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Summerhill Preserve (Media\, PA) \nTuesday\, May 12\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester\, PA) \nThursday\, May 14\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Wawa Preserve (Media\, PA) \nFriday\, May 15\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville\, PA) \nThursday\, May 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Peacedale Preserve (Landenberg\, PA) \nSaturday\, May 23\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton\, PA) \nThursday\, June 4\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/murmuration-migrations-spring-bird-walk-5/ LOCATION:Sadsbury Woods Preserve\, 443 Old Wilmington Road\, Coatesville\, Pennsylvania\, 19320 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC_3362-scarlet-tanager-at-john-heinz-04-29-17-bill-moses-e-mail-mAbRSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T103000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021828Z UID:10034655-1778745600-1778754600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by our preserve management staff\, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \nCan’t attend this one? Check out more dates and locations in our Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk series below: \n\nTuesday\, April 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, ChesLen Preserve’s wetlands (Coatesville\, PA)\nThursday\, April 30\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Crow’s Nest Preserve (Elverson\, PA) \nWednesday\, May 6\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern\, PA) \nThursday\, May 7\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Summerhill Preserve (Media\, PA) \nTuesday\, May 12\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester\, PA) \nThursday\, May 14\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Wawa Preserve (Media\, PA) \nFriday\, May 15\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville\, PA) \nThursday\, May 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Peacedale Preserve (Landenberg\, PA) \nSaturday\, May 23\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton\, PA) \nThursday\, June 4\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/murmuration-migrations-spring-bird-walk-4/ LOCATION:Wawa Preserve\, 127 Valley Rd\, Media\, Pennsylvania\, 19063 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sadsbury-image0_BaltimoreOrioles_SadsburyWoods_MikeNiven-2m6EOe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021825Z UID:10034654-1778590800-1778601600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fungi Finds & Field Notes: A Nature Journaling Foray DESCRIPTION:Discover the amazing world of fungi at the third session of our Learning Through Art series. In partnership with the Philly Mycology Club and our friends at French Creek State Park\, this immersive program blends natural history\, creativity\, and mindful observation as we explore one of the most fascinating branches of life on Earth. \nDuring this special session\, participants will join volunteer leaders from Philly MycoClub for an informal\, curiosity‑driven walk‑and‑talk through the woods. Along the way\, we’ll slow down to notice the forms\, colors\, and textures of the mushrooms and lichens around us—pausing for nature journaling as we learn. Afterward\, we’ll embark on a group foray\, scattering across the landscape to see what kinds of fungi are popping up and then regrouping to identify\, discuss\, and document our finds. \nWhether you’re enchanted by mushroom ecology\, interested in improving your field observation skills\, or simply excited to sketch and note what you discover\, this relaxed and supportive program offers space for all levels of experience. Together\, we’ll explore why fungi are essential contributors to healthy ecosystems\, how to look for them responsibly\, and how journaling can deepen your relationship with the natural world. \nThis event will consist of an informal walk-and-talk as well as a foray. All you need to bring is a notebook or pad of paper\, a pencil or pen (materials will also be provided if you don’t have them)\, and your curiosity. We’ll take a moment to introduce the practice of nature journaling for any beginners\, offering prompts and simple techniques to help you observe\, record\, and engage with fungi in meaningful ways. \nMeet at Scott’s Run Lake parking lot (follow the link for direct meeting location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLtnSGKFCo7Y6Cj67) \nThis workshop is part of our ongoing Learning Through Art series\, where we partner with nature journaling ambassador Michele Murphy to cultivate creativity\, curiosity\, and connection across our parks and preserves. Wisdom begins in wonder—and we hope this series inspires you to explore\, reflect\, and notice more deeply each time you step outside. \nFrench Creek State Park is located within the Schuylkill Highlands Conservation Landscape\, a place-based partnership administered by Natural Lands and funded in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fungi-finds-field-notes-a-nature-journaling-foray/ LOCATION:French Creek State Park\, 843 Park Road\, Elverson\, PA\, 19520\, United States CATEGORIES:arts & entertainment,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks,NextGen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4938-by-Rose-Rowe-5L8Ppy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021822Z UID:10034652-1778574600-1778583600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the rhythms of spring as we explore the magic of birds on the move. During this guided walk led by our skilled Force of Nature volunteers\, we’ll watch for migrating species\, observe local birds as they prepare for nesting season\, and take in the flutter of winged life returning to the landscape. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \nCan’t attend this one? Check out more dates and locations in our Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk series below: \n\nTuesday\, April 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, ChesLen Preserve’s wetlands (Coatesville\, PA)\nThursday\, April 30\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Crow’s Nest Preserve (Elverson\, PA) \nWednesday\, May 6\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern\, PA) \nThursday\, May 7\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Summerhill Preserve (Media\, PA) \nTuesday\, May 12\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester\, PA) \nThursday\, May 14\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Wawa Preserve (Media\, PA) \nFriday\, May 15\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville\, PA) \nThursday\, May 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Peacedale Preserve (Landenberg\, PA) \nSaturday\, May 23\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton\, PA) \nThursday\, June 4\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/murmuration-migrations-spring-bird-walk-3/ LOCATION:Stroud Preserve\, 454 North Creek Road\, West Chester\, Pennsylvania\, 19382 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/eastern-meadowlark-_-bill-moses-1-scaled-e1767981723442-IOsXHh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260513 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260211T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202512Z UID:10028914-1778544000-1778630399@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne DESCRIPTION:Riverbend camps create an outdoor experience of fun & free play for campers of all ages! Hiking\, stream-stomping and bug-catching are a few of the key ingredients that have made Riverbend’s summer camp a sensation since 1982. Riverbend campers aren’t afraid to get a little dirty in our weekly program that runs from mid-June to Labor Day. Our qualified and enthusiastic educators (some who were campers themselves!) guide children in hands-on nature exploration and investigation\, games\, crafts\, hikes and more. Your child’s favorite summer memories await! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbend-summer-camp-registration-in-gladwyne/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding,Children,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,River ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Gladwyne-Camp-PNG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T233000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021819Z UID:10034651-1778493600-1778542200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Serpentine Barrens Tour at Serpentine & Willisbrook Preserves DESCRIPTION:Join Natural Lands and our partners Willistown Township staff to learn about this unique ecosystem. \nJoin us for an enlightening tour of the Serpentine Barrens at Serpentine & Willisbrook Preserves\, hosted by our expert Willisbrook Preserve Manager Erin Smith. This special event is designed specifically for Willistown Township residents who may be unfamiliar with this unique and fascinating ecosystem. \nFor ages 12 and up. Space is limited – participants must be comfortable walking along wooded trails. Please leave your four-legged friends at home. \nRain date: Monday\, May 18. \nPark at the gravel lot parallel to the soccer fields at 139 Line Road\, Malvern. (Watch for Parking & Event signs). \n \n register now URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/serpentine-barrens-tour-at-serpentine-willisbrook-preserves/ LOCATION:Willisbrook Preserve\, Titans Cricket Ground\, 110 Line Rd\, Malvern\, Pennsylvania\, 19355 CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,family and kid friendly,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/preserve_willisbrook-pTLNqr.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021345Z UID:10034647-1778234400-1778241600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Tales of Stroud Preserve: Then & Now DESCRIPTION:Join current Preserve Manager Jill Sabre\, past Preserve Manager Jack Stefferud\, and Events Coordinator Tianna Godsey for a guided hike at Stroud Preserve. It’s a perfect chance to meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts and experience the preserve during one of its most vibrant seasons. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just starting out\, the trails offer a rewarding mix of terrain and scenery for everyone.  \nAlong the way\, we’ll pause at key spots to highlight notable features of the landscape and share how our land management practices support wildlife habitat while welcoming public exploration. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tales-of-stroud-preserve-then-now/ LOCATION:Stroud Preserve\, 454 North Creek Road\, West Chester\, Pennsylvania\, 19382 CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/PXL_20230419_170654345-medium-cxN4n0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T103000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021341Z UID:10034644-1778140800-1778149800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by our preserve management staff\, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \nCan’t attend this one? Check out more dates and locations in our Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk series below: \n\nTuesday\, April 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, ChesLen Preserve’s wetlands (Coatesville\, PA)\nThursday\, April 30\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Crow’s Nest Preserve (Elverson\, PA) \nWednesday\, May 6\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern\, PA) \nThursday\, May 7\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Summerhill Preserve (Media\, PA) \nTuesday\, May 12\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester\, PA) \nThursday\, May 14\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Wawa Preserve (Media\, PA) \nFriday\, May 15\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville\, PA) \nThursday\, May 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Peacedale Preserve (Landenberg\, PA) \nSaturday\, May 23\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton\, PA) \nThursday\, June 4\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/murmuration-migrations-spring-bird-walk-2/ LOCATION:Summerhill Preserve\, 6029 Goshen Road\, Newtown Square\, Pennsylvania\, 19073 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Donate_DSC_7017_02-wood-thrush-and-fledgling-mt-joy-06-07-22-bill-moses-y3BVKG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T103000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260505T021338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021338Z UID:10034642-1778054400-1778063400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by our preserve management staff\, you’ll get a personalized experience from someone who tends these lands on a daily basis. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \nCan’t attend this one? Check out more dates and locations in our Murmuration & Migrations: Spring Bird Walk series below: \n\nTuesday\, April 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, ChesLen Preserve’s wetlands (Coatesville\, PA)\nThursday\, April 30\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Crow’s Nest Preserve (Elverson\, PA) \nWednesday\, May 6\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Willisbrook Preserve (Malvern\, PA) \nThursday\, May 7\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Summerhill Preserve (Media\, PA) \nTuesday\, May 12\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester\, PA) \nThursday\, May 14\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Wawa Preserve (Media\, PA) \nFriday\, May 15\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Sadsbury Woods Preserve (Coatesville\, PA) \nThursday\, May 21\, 8:30 – 11:00 AM\, Peacedale Preserve (Landenberg\, PA) \nSaturday\, May 23\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Green Hills Preserve (Mohnton\, PA) \nThursday\, June 4\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM\, Hildacy Preserve (Media\, PA)  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/murmuration-migrations-spring-bird-walk/ LOCATION:Willisbrook Preserve\, Titans Cricket Ground\, 110 Line Rd\, Malvern\, Pennsylvania\, 19355 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/GreenHillsBluebirdDave-Kocher-e1729782192729-m0DJ2h.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T113000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260415T140006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T140006Z UID:10032240-1777107600-1777116600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Birds & Belonging: A Walk with Philly Queer Birders DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis relaxed outing welcomes LGBTQIA+ folks and allies to enjoy spring migration\, learn about local birds\, and connect with community in a supportive outdoor space. \nNo birding experience required—just curiosity and a love of being outside. \nAbout 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 and inclusivity\, and centers queer experiences\, offering a fun\, supportive environment for anyone who appreciates birds. \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes. \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/birds-belonging-a-walk-with-philly-queer-birders/ LOCATION:Hildacy Preserve\, 1031 Palmers Mill Road\, Media\, Pennsylvania\, 19063 CATEGORIES:Birding,explore the natural world,general,health and wellness,Nature Walks,NextGen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/GWYN_DSC_9133-palm-warbler-gwynedd-10-22-20-bill-moses-D5k6nP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260413T012809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T012809Z UID:10032228-1776960000-1776967200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature as Healer: A (Grief) Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:“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  \nNature 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). \nTogether\, 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. \nBring a notebook and a writing instrument for this workshop. (We will also have some available.) \nOur stroll through the woods will be silent\, followed by some meditative time beside the flowing Crum Creek\, and quiet reflection. \nYou will be invited to share whatever you wish in a “sacred circle\,” but this is not required. The intent of this event is to bring people together\, whatever their losses and struggles\, and to connect with others and the natural world at their own comfort level. \nAbout our instructor: Naila is a grief coach and death midwife who companions people on their grief journey through multiple spaces and practices\, including meditations in nature and the written word.   URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-as-healer-a-grief-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Hildacy Preserve\, 1031 Palmers Mill Road\, Media\, Pennsylvania\, 19063 CATEGORIES:arts & entertainment,explore the natural world,general,health and wellness,member perks,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10-Hildacy_Ariel-Fierro-5-25-19-20190525_185211-flGP3h.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260211T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202512Z UID:10028913-1776124800-1776211199@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne DESCRIPTION:Riverbend camps create an outdoor experience of fun & free play for campers of all ages! Hiking\, stream-stomping and bug-catching are a few of the key ingredients that have made Riverbend’s summer camp a sensation since 1982. Riverbend campers aren’t afraid to get a little dirty in our weekly program that runs from mid-June to Labor Day. Our qualified and enthusiastic educators (some who were campers themselves!) guide children in hands-on nature exploration and investigation\, games\, crafts\, hikes and more. Your child’s favorite summer memories await! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbend-summer-camp-registration-in-gladwyne/2026-04-14/ LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding,Children,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,River ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Gladwyne-Camp-PNG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260211T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202512Z UID:10028912-1773100800-1773187199@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne DESCRIPTION:Riverbend camps create an outdoor experience of fun & free play for campers of all ages! Hiking\, stream-stomping and bug-catching are a few of the key ingredients that have made Riverbend’s summer camp a sensation since 1982. Riverbend campers aren’t afraid to get a little dirty in our weekly program that runs from mid-June to Labor Day. Our qualified and enthusiastic educators (some who were campers themselves!) guide children in hands-on nature exploration and investigation\, games\, crafts\, hikes and more. Your child’s favorite summer memories await! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbend-summer-camp-registration-in-gladwyne/2026-03-10/ LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding,Children,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,River ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Gladwyne-Camp-PNG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20260211T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202512Z UID:10028911-1770681600-1770767999@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Riverbend Summer Camp Registration in Gladwyne DESCRIPTION:Riverbend camps create an outdoor experience of fun & free play for campers of all ages! Hiking\, stream-stomping and bug-catching are a few of the key ingredients that have made Riverbend’s summer camp a sensation since 1982. Riverbend campers aren’t afraid to get a little dirty in our weekly program that runs from mid-June to Labor Day. Our qualified and enthusiastic educators (some who were campers themselves!) guide children in hands-on nature exploration and investigation\, games\, crafts\, hikes and more. Your child’s favorite summer memories await! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbend-summer-camp-registration-in-gladwyne/2026-02-10/ LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding,Children,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,River ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Gladwyne-Camp-PNG.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250725T175400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T175400Z UID:10020069-1762088400-1762095600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill West DESCRIPTION:Join our Arboretum Manager\, Aaron Greenberg\, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill West. From the dazzling reds of our sugar maple allée to the yellows and orange of sweet gum and hickory\, fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We will discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter and enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display. Bring your walking shoes! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fall-foliage-of-laurel-hill-west/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill West\, Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, USA\, 225 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004\, United States CATEGORIES:History,Native Plants,Nature Talks,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Seasonal,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cover-1-web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Laurel Hill":MAILTO:jrobinson@laurelhillphl.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250725T175640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T175640Z UID:10020070-1760878800-1760886000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill East DESCRIPTION:Join our Arboretum Manager\, Aaron Greenberg\, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill East. Fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We’ll enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display\, and discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter. Bring your walking shoes! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fall-foliage-of-laurel-hill-east-2/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill East\, 3822 Ridge Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19132\, United States CATEGORIES:History,Native Plants,Nature Talks,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Seasonal,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cover-1-web.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Laurel Hill":MAILTO:jrobinson@laurelhillphl.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250912T130708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T130708Z UID:10021473-1758801600-1758805200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at Rittenhouse Square DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon\, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. \nNature at Noon is designed to bring joy\, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility\, biodiversity\, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science\, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club\, Feminist Bird Club\, Philly Queer Birders\, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series\, Nature at Noon is for everyone — no experience needed\, just curiosity and a desire to step outside. \nFor this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Rittenhouse Square entrance located at 19th and Walnut St\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.9501253\, -75.1723100). \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The park surface is composed of sidewalk\, brick pathways\, looser brick sections near the center of the square and grassy areas. The area is level with no elevations or slopes.\nPublic Bathroom: As there are no public bathrooms in the park\, it is recommended that you use the bathroom before arrival.\nThe area is shady and offers ample benches.\nParking: 1845 Walnut St. (Philadelphia Parking Lot). Street parking is available.\nPublic Transportation: Bus Routes 9\, 12\, 21\, and 42\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm. \nEveryone is welcome — come as you are! We invite people of all backgrounds and abilities to join us\, including disabled and neurodivergent nature-lovers and their support people. We will move at a pace that honors the needs of the group and invite you to share any access needs in advance so we can make your experience as enjoyable as possible. \nWe’ll use apps like iNaturalist and Merlin Bird ID to help identify the park’s biodiversity\, and we encourage you to download the apps prior to the event\, but it is not required. We will help you to navigate these tools if they are new for you. While we won’t explore every corner of the park or encounter every species\, we will focus on some standout wildlife sure to spark your curiosity and wonder. Free Library birding backpacks and binoculars will be made available to everyone as supplies allow. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-rittenhouse-square/ LOCATION:Rittenhouse Square\, 1800 Walnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Nature-at-Noon-September-and-October-2025-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250725T180011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T180011Z UID:10020071-1758466800-1758474000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fall Equinox and Meditation Walk at Laurel Hill West DESCRIPTION:Just as the fall equinox is a time of transition in nature\, it’s also an invitation to reflect on our own lives. As the trees around us begin to change colors\, pull energy in\, and release leaves for the winter\, it can also be a time to prepare to turn inward and take stock of what we have and need. Join Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg with Energy Guide and Therapist Asia IrgangLaden for an arboretum walk that looks at seasonal change amongst the trees as we are guided in short meditations that engage with transformation and how to hold energy\, warmth and light. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fall-equinox-and-meditation-walk-at-laurel-hill-west/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill West\, Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, USA\, 225 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004\, United States CATEGORIES:History,Native Plants,Nature Talks,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Seasonal,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Equinox-1280x960-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Laurel Hill":MAILTO:jrobinson@laurelhillphl.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250912T131042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T131042Z UID:10021456-1758196800-1758200400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at Independence Square Park DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon\, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. \nNature at Noon is designed to bring joy\, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility\, biodiversity\, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science\, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club\, Feminist Bird Club\, Philly Queer Birders\, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series\, Nature at Noon is for everyone — no experience needed\, just curiosity and a desire to step outside. \nRegister here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/2d4ce6fb535d4755b2b6420c7a5761f3 \nMore About Nature at Noon \nFor this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Independence Square entrance located at 6th and Walnut St\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.94784288648425\, -75.15093314380759). \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The park surface is composed of sidewalk\, brick pathways\, looser brick sections and grassy areas. The area is level with no elevations or slopes.\nPublic Bathroom: As there are no public bathrooms in the park\, it is recommended that you use the bathroom before arrival\, or use the bathroom at Independence Branch Free Library at 18 S 7th St.\nThe area is shady and offers ample benches.\nParking: Street parking is available.\nPublic Transportation: Bus Routes 21\, 42\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-independence-square-park/ LOCATION:Independence Square Park\, 6th St. and Walnut St. NE Corner\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Nature-at-Noon-September-and-October-2025-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250725T180222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T180222Z UID:10020072-1757768400-1757775600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature in a Victorian Cemetery DESCRIPTION:Naturalism played a pivotal role in Victorian culture- in the living world and in that of the dead. Today our cemeteries continue this legacy. View Laurel Hill West with a naturalist’s eye on this walking tour that stops at some of our arboretum’s stately trees\, deciphers the floral symbolism in stones and makes a visit to our award-winning green burial ground\, Nature’s Sanctuary. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-in-a-victorian-cemetery-2/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill West\, Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, USA\, 225 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004\, United States CATEGORIES:History,Native Plants,Nature Talks,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Seasonal,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/growing-things-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Laurel Hill":MAILTO:jrobinson@laurelhillphl.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T170000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250725T180520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T180520Z UID:10020039-1755961200-1755968400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nurture with Nature – Rooted Rhythms: Seasonal Cycles & Botanical Clay Art DESCRIPTION:Connect with the changing seasons in our “Nurture with Nature” series with a hands-on workshop that celebrates the earth’s quiet wisdom. \nAs autumn descends and plants begin their gentle journey inward\, we’ll explore the fascinating activity happening beneath the earth’s surface. Discover how plants meticulously prepare for the winter season and gain a deeper understanding of how to align ourselves with nature’s inherent cycles and rhythms. We’ll discuss the crucial role of healthy soil and focus on three magnificent native plants that are at their most vibrant as summer concludes\, beautifully marking the end of the growing cycle. \nInspired by these insights\, you’ll design your own unique clay trinket bowl. Using easy-to-work-with air clay\, you’ll embed and adorn your creation with a variety of beautiful found\, dried\, or pressed natural materials. This creative process allows you to fashion a personal keepsake that reflects the season’s beauty and the profound connection between us and the natural world. \nWorkshops are led by Kate Irvine\, a licensed Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner and mixed media artist. Participants are welcome to attend one\, some\, or all four 2025 sessions. \nThe August session will take place in Nature’s Sanctuary\, one of two green burial habitats at Laurel Hill West. \nWorking with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety\, process grief\, and improve overall well-being. Combining eco-mindfulness and creative activities\, the workshops in this series invite participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. 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Bring your curiosity\, your questions\, and your eye for nature! \n🎯 Perfect for participants in the 2025 TTF Photo Contest or anyone looking to improve their outdoor photo skills.\n🌍 This event is accessible in English\, Spanish\, and Mandarin Chinese. \nLet’s Take Photos! | ¡Vamos a tomar fotos! | 一起来拍照！\nWhat to Bring:\n\n✔️ Your phone or camera\n✔️ Water bottle\n✔️ Comfortable shoes\n✔️ Your photography questions!\n\n📷 Open to all ages—children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. \n✨ Stay afterward if you’d like to help us clean up the park or keep taking photos! \n\n \n\n📸 ¡Caminata Fotográfica Familiar!\nSábado\, 9 de agosto | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\n📍 Encuentro en la entrada de Whitaker Ave\, Parque Tacony Creek \nÚnase a nosotros para una caminata fotográfica trilingüe y familiar. Esta es su oportunidad de explorar el parque\, practicar fotografía y aprender junto a nuestra fotógrafa\, Wendi Wu. \n🌿 Este evento se llevará a cabo en inglés\, español y chino mandarín. \n¡Vamos a tomar fotos! \nAbierto a todas las edades — los niños menores de 15 años deben estar acompañados por un adulto.✨ ¡Quédese después si desea ayudarnos a limpiar el parque! \n\n \n\n📸 公园摄影活动 \n8月9日（星期六）| 上午9:00 – 上午10:00\n📍 地点: Tacony Creek Park 的 Whitaker Ave 出入口 \n歡迎所有年齡層和語言背景的朋友一同來參加攝影散步活動，帶上手機或相機，跟我們一起走走拍拍，觀察自然。 \n🌿 本活動提供英語、西班牙語與中文普通話翻譯。 \n一起来拍照！ \n欢迎所有年龄段参加——15岁以下儿童须由成人陪同。 URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/photo-contest-series-explore-and-capture-the-tacony-creek-park/ LOCATION:Tacony Creek Park\, Whitaker Avenue Gateway\, East Loudon Street & Whitaker Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Nature Walks,Tacony Creek Park Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/25-Photo-walk-Flyer-Instagram-Post-45-jZ9aY8.png ORGANIZER;CN="TTF Watershed Partnership":MAILTO:info@ttfwatershed.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250527T173642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T173642Z UID:10019167-1749281400-1749297600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Annual Nesting Bird Census DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/annual-nesting-bird-census/ LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042 CATEGORIES:Birding,general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Birding-Stoneleigh-2018-0914-by-Debbie-Beer-4-scaled-UiFTEd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250407T182306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T182306Z UID:10018104-1748545200-1748808000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Joiri Minaya: Venus Flytrap DESCRIPTION:BlackStar presents a site-specific\, newly commissioned performance series and installation at Bartram’s Garden\, from artist Joiri Minaya. Curated by writer and editor Dessane Lopez Cassell\, the series will reflect on the intertwined legacies of freedom\, extraction\, and ecology in North America’s oldest surviving botanical garden. \nMuch like a Venus flytrap\, the plant this project is named for\, Joiri Minaya’s practice often employs beauty before its bite\, utilizing sensuality\, lush florals and hues to invite deeper reflection on thornier aspects of history and the impacts of colonialism. For this project\, Minaya will craft a four-day performance series\, custom textile elements\, and a summer-long installation informed by the rich history of Bartram’s Garden. \nEstablished in 1728\, Bartram’s Garden is the oldest surviving botanical garden in North America\, and consequently encapsulates the complexities of Philadelphia’s history and our relationships with land. From its earliest uses as a hub for Indigenous trade to the role of founder John Bartram in popularizing Eurocentric notions of “modern botany\,” Bartram’s Garden can be understood as a microcosm for the ongoing colonial experiment. With Venus Flytrap\, Minaya extends her longrunning interest in foregrounding the histories and possibilities of local and Indigenous plant life. Together\, Minaya and Cassell seek to reveal hidden histories of labor and anti-colonial resistance buried in the grounds of Bartram’s Garden and historic Kingsessing\, and their echoes across the Americas. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/joiri-minaya-venus-flytrap/ LOCATION:Bartram’s Garden\, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Community Events,Free,Free Community Events,History,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/VFT_Announcement.png ORGANIZER;CN="BlackStar Projects":MAILTO:star@blackstarfest.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250408T163049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T163049Z UID:10018186-1747494000-1747501200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nurture with Nature: Therapeutic Horticulture DESCRIPTION:Working with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety\, process grief\, and improve overall well-being. Combining eco-mindfulness and creative activities\, the workshops in this series invite participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. \nWorkshops are led by Kate Irvine\, a licensed Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner and mixed media artist. Participants are welcome to attend one\, some\, or all four 2025 sessions. \nThis May 17th session will take place in Nature’s Sanctuary\, a green burial habitat at Laurel Hill West. We’ll utilize pressed flowers and collage to create take-home suncatchers URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nurture-with-nature-therapeutic-horticulture-4/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill West\, Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, USA\, 225 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Health in Nature,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Special Tour,Tours and Explorations,Workshop,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Nurture-with-Nature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Laurel Hill and West Laurel Hill Cemeteries":MAILTO:programs@laurelhillphil.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250513T165800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T165800Z UID:10018920-1747303200-1747310400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Wander DESCRIPTION:Wander with us through the ever-changing array of blooms along the wooded trails and open meadows of Saunders Woods and the Bridlewild Trails. Preserve Manager Luke Hamilton will lead this spring stroll\, pointing out ephemeral wildflowers growing at Saunders Woods and nearby public trails and highlighting the beauty of this charming Main Line preserve. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-ephemeral-wildflower-wander/ LOCATION:Saunders Woods Preserve\, 1020 Waverly Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035 CATEGORIES:general,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_4625-medium-e1743710917450-bjG1lM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250228T194319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T194319Z UID:10017430-1746345600-1746356400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:The Great Marsh Institute Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Great Marsh Institute\, Chester County’s unique habitat for the study of flora and fauna as well as the unique characteristics of the Periglacial marsh. It is the purpose of the Great Marsh Institute (GMI) to support scientific studies through access to the property\, technical support\, and opportunities for educational activities including funding for student interns. \nThe Great Marsh also has an IBA (Important Bird Area) designation of D3 from Audubon. D3: Sites that contain rare or unique habitat or are an exceptional representative of an ecological community type\, and that hold important species or species assemblages largely restricted to a distinctive habitat or ecological community type. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-great-marsh-institute-bird-walk-2/ LOCATION:Great Marsh Institute\, 34 Moores Road\,\,\, Elverson\, 19520\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Birding,Birds,Montgomery County,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GreatMarshInstitute.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250224T124915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T124915Z UID:10017299-1745427600-1745434800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop DESCRIPTION:Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! \nYou can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant\, biodiverse meadows. Whether you’re a home gardener\, professional landscaper\, or a budding ecologist — we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators\, build soil health\, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. \nSession 1: Wednesday\, March 12th\, 5-7PM – The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow\nSession 2: Wednesday\, March 26th\, 5-7PM – Converting the Suburban Plot\, site preparation and native plant selection\nSession 3: Wednesday\, April 9th\, 5-7PM – Riparian Buffers and Edge Habitats at Whitby Meadow\nSession 4: Wednesday April 23rd\, 5-7PM – Maintaining & Enhancing Your Meadow at the LandHealth Native Plant Nursery \nWhether you’re a homeowner\, landscaper\, or community member looking to rewild a space\, this course will provide the tools you need to succeed. \n👉 Reserve Your Spot Today! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lawns-to-meadows-a-four-part-immersive-workshop/2025-04-23/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:Gardening,Gardening & DIY,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Nature Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20180807_164931-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T113000 DTSTAMP:20260602T051159 CREATED:20250331T183956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T183956Z UID:10017981-1745314200-1745321400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Earth Day Clean Up DESCRIPTION:Join the Penns Woods Winery team on Tuesday\, April 22nd from 9:30am – 11:30am for our annual Earth Day Clean Up within First State National Historical Park! \nClean Up Details\nWe will meet at the Tasting Room at 9:30am then heading out to clean up areas of First State National Historical Park along Beaver Valley Rd. & Beaver Dam Rd. All cleanup supplies (bags\, gloves\, safety vest\, etc.) will be provided! To ensure volunteer safety\, please wear closed toe comfortable walking shoes. Volunteers are also encouraged to wear long sleeved shirts\, pants & sunscreen. Much of our cleaning will take place roadside\, as such\, all volunteers must be 18+. Post cleanup\, all volunteers 21+ are encouraged to join us back at the Tasting Room for a complimentary glass of wine. \nTo sign up\, please select above the amount of volunteers participating. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/earth-day-clean-up/ LOCATION:Penns Woods Winery\, 124 Beaver Valley Rd.\, Chadds Ford\, P\, 19317\, United States CATEGORIES:Nature Walks,Outdoor Event,Volunteer,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screen-Shot-2025-03-31-at-2.39.37-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Penns Woods Winery":MAILTO:info@pennswoodswinery.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR