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SUMMARY:Tour Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nThe 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 eyes of the influential Biddle family that lived there. The gardens and arboretum mix preserved native woodlands with spectacular gardens that evoke the romantic English landscape tradition.\nAndalusia is open to the public April 1-Nov. 8. 2024 on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, and select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Group tours are also available by advanced reservation.\nAdmission to the gardens is $15 per person. Guided tours of the historic house are $30 per person and include garden admission.\nLearn more and book your trip at www.andalusiapa.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tour-andalusia-historic-house-gardens-arboretum/2024-05-18/
LOCATION:Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum\, 1237 State Road\, Andalusia\, Andalusia\, PA\, 19020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,General Events,History,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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SUMMARY:Annual Migratory Bird Census
DESCRIPTION:Preserve Manager Zane Miller guides this annual citizen-science effort to document birds at our Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary. Two decades of data reflects impressive avian diversity; birders find an average of 50 species each year.   \nMariton includes various habitats for thrushes\, flycatchers\, tanagers\, and a dozen warbler species. The Migratory Bird Census offers a great opportunity to hone observation skills and learn more about the species that migrate through the region. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/annual-migratory-bird-census/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
CATEGORIES:Birding,General Events,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T103000
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SUMMARY:Guided Trails Hike at Mt. Cuba
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturdays & Sundays\, May – June & September – November.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/guided-trails-hike-at-mt-cuba/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Native Plants,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
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SUMMARY:First Friday Stakeholder Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. \nOur 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. \nWe 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. \nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. \nWe can also grab lunch together at the walk’s end\, at the Ferko Playground. \nMeet at the gateway to Tacony Creek Park at Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway 19120. It’s 3 miles to the Juniata Park gateway at I Street & Ramona Avenue 19124. \nWe follow Philadelphia Covid guidelines. \nRSVP required: Julie@ttfwatershed.org. Cell: 215-380-5380
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/first-friday-stakeholder-tour-9/
LOCATION:Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway\, Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Nature Walks,Tacony Creek Park Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000
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CREATED:20240125T173915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T173915Z
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SUMMARY:Ornitherapy: For Your Mind\, Body\, and Soul
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024.\nAbout the Instructor:\nHolly is an avid birder\, educator\, writer\, and lecturer\, who has a passion for bird conservation. She is an instructor for National Audubon and the American Birding Association and is the lead data reviewer for eBird in Pennsylvania. Holly believes in the powerful benefits nature holds for our wellbeing and is lead author on a book on the subject\, aptly called Ornitherapy: For Your Mind\, Body\, and Soul\, guiding readers into deeper connections to the birds around them.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ornitherapy-for-your-mind-body-and-soul/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T131121Z
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SUMMARY:Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/health-well-being-tour-the-benefits-of-experiences-in-nature/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Health in Nature,Native Plants,Nature Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
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SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers: Section B
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024 (Rain Date: Sunday\, April 28).\nAbout the Instructor:\nEllen Lake\, PhD\, is the Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba Center. She taught environmental education and was the Education Director at the Brandywine and Red Clay Valley Associations. Ellen has a master’s degree in Entomology and Ph.D. in Entomology and Wildlife Ecology from the University of Delaware\, where she researched biological control of mile-a-minute weed and how to integrate weed management techniques to restore plant communities. Ellen has extensive experience researching insect-plant interactions\, including work for the USDA in the Greater Everglades ecosystem.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-secret-lives-of-spring-wildflowers-section-b/
LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd.\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T123000
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CREATED:20240319T164919Z
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SUMMARY:Revival Walk: Philly Celebrates Jazz Edition
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOriginally 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. \n \nIn this edition of the Revival Walk\, Mama Carla will be joined by jazz instrumentalist Marcell Bellinger\, who will improvise music and sounds in the jazz idiom\, in concert with the natural environment. Participants will also assist in removing trash along the way as an act of reciprocity to this important natural space. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/revival-walk-philly-celebrates-jazz-edition/
LOCATION:Tabor Rd and Olney Ave Gateway\, 19120\, Tabor Rd and Olney Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Nature Walks,Tacony Creek Park Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240228T205717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T205717Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nThe 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 eyes of the influential Biddle family that lived there. The gardens and arboretum mix preserved native woodlands with spectacular gardens that evoke the romantic English landscape tradition.\nAndalusia is open to the public April 1-Nov. 8. 2024 on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, and select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Group tours are also available by advanced reservation.\nAdmission to the gardens is $15 per person. Guided tours of the historic house are $30 per person and include garden admission.\nLearn more and book your trip at www.andalusiapa.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tour-andalusia-historic-house-gardens-arboretum/2024-04-20/
LOCATION:Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum\, 1237 State Road\, Andalusia\, Andalusia\, PA\, 19020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,General Events,History,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240115T211437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T211437Z
UID:10010569-1713002400-1713002400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Terrific Trillium
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, April 13\, 2024.\nAbout the Instructor:\nÉlan Alford\, Ph.D.\, is the plant conservation scientist at Mt. Cuba Center. She coordinates volunteer research\, including rare plant monitoring. Prior to joining Mt. Cuba\, Élan worked in environmental consulting and has volunteered as Rare Plant Chair for the California Native Plant Society Santa Clara Valley Chapter.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/terrific-trillium/
LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd.\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T133000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240409T164710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T164710Z
UID:10012322-1712404800-1712410200@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided hike through the Wildflower Loop to see some of Philadelphia’s finest spring ephemerals! \nTogether\, 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. \nRegistration required. \n$15 for members $20 for non-members
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education":MAILTO:scee@schuylkillcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240228T205717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T205717Z
UID:10011602-1712390400-1712422800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Tour Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nThe 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 eyes of the influential Biddle family that lived there. The gardens and arboretum mix preserved native woodlands with spectacular gardens that evoke the romantic English landscape tradition.\nAndalusia is open to the public April 1-Nov. 8. 2024 on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, and select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Group tours are also available by advanced reservation.\nAdmission to the gardens is $15 per person. Guided tours of the historic house are $30 per person and include garden admission.\nLearn more and book your trip at www.andalusiapa.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tour-andalusia-historic-house-gardens-arboretum/2024-04-06/
LOCATION:Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum\, 1237 State Road\, Andalusia\, Andalusia\, PA\, 19020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,General Events,History,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T113000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240319T190023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T190023Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Force of Nature® volunteer David Deaville for a guided hike at Stroud Preserve. Together\, we’ll get to know other outdoor-loving friends during one of the best seasons at the preserve. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner\, the trails offer a mix of challenges and rewards for all levels.  \nWe’ll make a few stops along the way to point out preserve highlights and the land management strategies we use to enhance wildlife habitat and facilitate public use.  
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/first-friday-hike-2/
LOCATION:Stroud Preserve\, 454 North Creek Road\, West Chester\, Pennsylvania\, 19382
CATEGORIES:General Events,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240319T164616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T164616Z
UID:10012116-1712307600-1712322000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:First Friday Stakeholder Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. \nOur 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. \nWe 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. \nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. \nWe can also grab lunch together at the walk’s end\, at the Ferko Playground. \nMeet at the gateway to Tacony Creek Park at Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway 19120. It’s 3 miles to the Juniata Park gateway at I Street & Ramona Avenue 19124. \nWe follow Philadelphia Covid guidelines. \nRSVP required: Julie@ttfwatershed.org. Cell: 215-380-5380
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/first-friday-stakeholder-tour-8/
LOCATION:Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway\, Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Nature Walks,Tacony Creek Park Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240228T205717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T205717Z
UID:10011348-1711965600-1711983600@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Tour Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nThe 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 eyes of the influential Biddle family that lived there. The gardens and arboretum mix preserved native woodlands with spectacular gardens that evoke the romantic English landscape tradition.\nAndalusia is open to the public April 1-Nov. 8. 2024 on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, and select Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Group tours are also available by advanced reservation.\nAdmission to the gardens is $15 per person. Guided tours of the historic house are $30 per person and include garden admission.\nLearn more and book your trip at www.andalusiapa.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tour-andalusia-historic-house-gardens-arboretum/2024-04-01/
LOCATION:Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum\, 1237 State Road\, Andalusia\, Andalusia\, PA\, 19020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,General Events,History,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
CREATED:20240222T190006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T190006Z
UID:10011091-1711101600-1711108800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Tricky Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Any season is a great season to identify trees. In early spring\, when tell-tale leaves are but tiny little buds\, you can use branches\, bark\, and other features as clues for us to discover and appreciate.   \nJoin Preserve Manager Luke Hamilton on a leisurely paced hike to learn about trees and enjoy an early woodland landscape. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tricky-tree-id/
LOCATION:Saunders Woods Preserve\, 1020 Waverly Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035
CATEGORIES:General Events,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T113000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060744
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SUMMARY:Footsteps of the First People: Guided Hike + Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a peaceful hike and meditation along the Trolley Trail!\n\nDATE\nSaturday\, March 16 \n\n\n\nTIME\n9:30 am – 11:30 am \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nBelmont Plateau \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \nAs a sixth-generation Lenape grandmother\, Krista honors the Lenape tradition of interconnectedness and reverence for nature. A Lenape language keeper\, Krista is working to revitalize this endangered indigenous language and unlock embedded codes to Lenape culture for a people and a planet in dire need of decolonizing hearts and minds. \nAs we hike\, we’ll stop to listen and closely observe the natural surroundings. Our journey will lead us to several small tributary creeks\, where we will meditate alongside the rhythmic sounds of the flowing water. We will add to the sound of the creek with our own spontaneous humming and whistling – a way to show our love for the water. Krista calls this practice of listening to the water and reciprocating with sound “Creek Drinking” (not literally of course!). Finally\, Krista will lead us in a nature element ritual as we celebrate the spring equinox – a time of importance to the Lenape as it welcomes spring and new beginnings. \nThis event will connect you to nature and allow you to tune your breath to the creek’s flow so you can let troublesome thoughts wash away downstream. It will also help you develop a deeper appreciation for the Lenape – the first inhabitants and stewards of these lands. \nEstimated distance: about two miles\nLevel: moderate\nTerrain: mainly hilly trails \nTICKET PRICE: $15 \n**This event is part of our West Park Program Pack – a bundle of three distinct West Park programs offered for a discounted rate. It can be registered for individually (below) or as part of the Program Pack. If interested in registering as part of the pack\, visit this website. Program Pack space is limited. Registration ends February 24 or when spots fill – whichever comes first.** \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nThe hike is roughly two miles over mainly hilly trails.\nAppropriate for adults and mature adolescents.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park)\, a snack\, and if you would find it helpful\, a small meditation cushion or towel that you can carry with you during the hike.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nBring sunscreen and bug spray.\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early. We cannot guarantee that latecomers can join after the group has departed.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking in the park. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and Belmont Mansion/Fairmount Park Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave – also a half-mile walk from the start. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/footsteps-of-the-first-people-guided-hike-meditation-3/
LOCATION:Belmont Plateau Parking Lot\, 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Health in Nature,Hike,History,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:First Friday Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Force of Nature® volunteer David Deville for a guided hike at ChesLen Preserve. Together\, we’ll get to know other outdoor-loving friends during one of the best seasons at the preserve. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner\, the trails offer a mix of challenges and rewards for all levels.  \nWe’ll make a few stops along the way to point out preserve highlights and the land management strategies we use to enhance wildlife habitat and facilitate public use.  
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/first-friday-hike/
LOCATION:ChesLen Preserve\, 1199 Cannery Road\, Coatesville\, Pennsylvania\, 19320
CATEGORIES:General Events,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T110000
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SUMMARY:Morris Arboretum & Gardens Bare Naked Trees Tour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/morris-arboretum-gardens-bare-naked-trees-tour-2/
LOCATION:Morris Arboretum & Gardens\, 100 E Northwestern Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Family-friendly,Gardening,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event
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