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  • Bird and Connect with NextGen

    John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia

    Explore trails and connect with colleagues.

  • Art and Connect with NextGen at Bok

    Studio Incamminati at the Bok Building 1901 S 9th Street; 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    NextGen Council invites you to Gregory Blue and the Landscapes of Stroud Preserve.

  • Field Jam

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Stroud Preserve offers the perfect backdrop for a fun evening out with friends and family, with the first in our Music Without Walls series. Set against the backdrop of a vintage fieldstone barn and rolling meadows, this event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate both music and open space. Two Rocking Bands: Dylan Zangwill and David Wax Museum Natural Beauty: Immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings of the preserve. Feel the gentle breeze, watch the sunset, and connect with the beauty of the great outdoors. Cozy Seating: Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs to create a comfy space

  • Field Jam

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Connect with the outdoors for a night of music in the heart of nature.

  • Hike and Connect with NextGen

    Gwynedd Preserve 640 Swedesford Road, North Wales, Pennsylvania

    Explore trails and connect with new friends.

  • NextGen Wellness & Habitat Walk

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Explore local habitats with NextGen Council members

  • Friday Night Lights

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    7:00 – 10:00 pm
    Don’t miss this concert without walls featuring great music, adult beverages, star gazing, and sunset socializing!

  • Beats & Brews

    Binky Lee Preserve 1445 Pikeland Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    The fun is contagious with music under open skies.

  • Rejuvenate & Connect with NextGen

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    NextGen Council members guide a rejuvenating wellness walk. Stick around afterwards for Pints on the Preserve, happening the same day from 2-6 at the Lenfest Center.

  • Art & Connect: Open Call for Submissions

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

  • Stardust! Summer Celebration

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    Stardust: It’s literal. It’s metaphorical. And when it touches us, it’s magical! Vast meadows. Expansive views. Wooded hills. Abundant wildlife. Let Bryn Coed Preserve awe and inspire you as we gather for Stardust—Natural Lands’ annual summer celebration—to help raise awareness of and support for our mission. The secret to Stardust’s magic? Being outdoors on a beautiful summer evening—wrapped in a stunning conserved landscape as far as the eye can see—for cocktails, a roving supper, and much merriment under the stars. But the night-of experience is only part of the magic. Natural Lands’ regional mission to provide land for life and

  • Friday Night Lights

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Live music, wine and beer, s’mores toasting, star gazing, and sunset socializing at one of the most beautiful settings in all of Chester County. Friday Night Lights is the must-not-miss event of the summer. This June, join us for live music under the evening sky. We’re thrilled to welcome David Wax Museum and Pawnshop Roses to the stage. Natural beauty: Immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings of the preserve. Feel the gentle breeze, watch the sunset, and connect with the beauty of the great outdoors. Cozy seating: Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs to create a comfy space

  • Beats & Brews

    Binky Lee Preserve 1445 Pikeland Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    Join us for an evening of music, nature, and community that is a symphony of sound and lights. Rock out under the starry sky with music from Grateful Dead jam band Zendog. Natural beauty: Feel the gentle breeze, watch the sunset, and connect with the beauty of the great outdoors. Cozy seating: Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs to create a comfy space to kick back and enjoy the music. Happy feeling: Supporting a great cause. Food and Drink: Local craft beer and wine, and yummy food truck fare to purchase: Local craft beer from East Branch Brewing Company Local cider

  • Family Edition – Pints on the Preserve

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    3:00 – 5:00 pm: Natural Lands’ Next Gen Council invites families to meet up for a few hours of fun and exploration. All activities are free, but registration is requested. Activities at the pavilion Make crafts to take home. Enjoy lounging, lawn games, and outdoor fun. Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase. Pints for the grown-ups (cash or credit card). Activities in Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround Search for clues for the Ollie Owl Scavenger Hunt. Climb logs, build stick teepees, hunt for bugs, explore small streams, and get a little dirty, tired, and inspired. Free play is encouraged and is a great

  • Art & Connect: Inspired by Nature Exhibit

    DaVinci Art Alliance 704 Catherine Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Presented by Natural Lands’ NextGen Council, Art & Connect: Inspired by Nature is a special, four-day exhibition featuring works that celebrate the natural beauty and biodiversity of eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.  With a wide array of media—from paintings and mixed media to photography, ceramics, and sculpture—the exhibit showcases how artists of all backgrounds connect with the outdoors, particularly the preserves protected and cared for by Natural Lands.  Whether you’re a nature lover, art enthusiast, or curious passerby, this show invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the landscapes that shape our region… and ourselves.  This event

  • Art & Connect: Inspired by Nature Exhibit

    DaVinci Art Alliance 704 Catherine Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Presented by Natural Lands’ NextGen Council, Art & Connect: Inspired by Nature is a special, four-day exhibition featuring works that celebrate the natural beauty and biodiversity of eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.  With a wide array of media—from paintings and mixed media to photography, ceramics, and sculpture—the exhibit showcases how artists of all backgrounds connect with the outdoors, particularly the preserves protected and cared for by Natural Lands.  Whether you’re a nature lover, art enthusiast, or curious passerby, this show invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the landscapes that shape our region… and ourselves.  This event

  • Spring Equinox Stroll & Connect 

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    Celebrate the arrival of spring with Natural Lands’ NextGen Council. Join us for a relaxed, nature-filled evening as we mark the equinox together outdoors. This gathering is open to everyone, with a special welcome to folks in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are looking to connect with nature and one another.  We’ll enjoy an easy, naturalist-led walk through the preserve, taking in the sights and signs of the new season. As the evening winds down and the sun begins to set, we’ll gather by the barn around a cozy campfire, where you can warm up with light refreshments and

  • Ollie Owl’s Wild Bird Egg Hunt

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Kids, bring your favorite adult and spend the morning with some outdoor playtime at Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround. Chickens aren’t the only birds who lay eggs. In fact, all birds lay eggs—even owls, like Ollie. Visit Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround at ChesLen Preserve for a self-guided, egg-cellent scavenger hunt. Look for nests and eggs along the trails and the playground space. Peer closely and see if you can figure out what birds they belong to. Enjoy a snack and craft to fit the theme. Families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) are invited to attend these nature discovery events

  • Poetry Circle & Connect: The Peace of Wild Things

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    For as long as there has existed the written word, people have written about the natural world. To explore their connection with and deepen their understanding of it. To express an appreciation for its beauty and to raise awareness about issues that threaten it. To reflect on their place within the larger ecosystem that includes us all. Join us on the overlook hill at ChesLen Preserve (weather permitting) to celebrate National Poetry Month with an open share of nature-inspired poems. Share your own poems, the poems of others you appreciate, or simply listen.   This event will be one for conversation