John Heinz New Volunteer Open House
Learn about how you can give back to the refuge with the Refuge Volunteer Coordinator, Hannah Thompkins! Come chat or contact Hannah at hannah_thompkins@fws.gov
Please be sure to check the event organizer’s website for any last-minute changes or cancellations prior to attending.
Have an event that will fit well on our calendar?
Learn about how you can give back to the refuge with the Refuge Volunteer Coordinator, Hannah Thompkins! Come chat or contact Hannah at hannah_thompkins@fws.gov
Start your new year right with a winter walk! Meet at the Visitor Center, no registration needed.
Event by John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19153 Duration: 2 hr In this knitting workshop, we’ll guide you step-by-step in creating your very own scarf dyed with vibrant colors made from vegetable scraps like onion skins and avocado pits. All materials provided. Email Yessenia_mendez@fws.gov to register for all 3 sessions
Come relax and connect with nature through a meditative sound bath experience! Yoga mats are encouraged. Free, no registration needed. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Welcome fall with the Philly Fall Nature Festival on Sat. 9/13 from 10 am - 3 pm at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum! Free archery, guided walks, shuttle tours, resource tables, crafts and activities, and refreshments! There will be a live animal demonstration from Elmwood Zoo at 11 am and another from Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center at 1 pm. Friends of Heinz Refuge will be presenting the photo contest awards at 12 pm. No registration needed, free all day!
Join us for a family-friendly walk to explore the water birds of the Refuge! Afterwards, we will return to the Visitor Center for a guided drawing session to begin an entry in the Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest. Supplies provided. For more information, contact wingyi_kung@fws.gov.
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. There are restrooms and a water fountain near the trailhead. No registration required.
Join us for a family-friendly walk to explore the water birds of the Refuge! Afterwards, we will return to the Visitor Center for a guided drawing session to begin an entry in the Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest. Supplies provided. For more information, contact wingyi_kung@fws.gov.
Ready to get creative with natural materials? Join us for a fun, hands-on three-class series where you’ll dive into the world of mixed media knitting and weaving! Whether you're a beginner or just looking to try something new, we’ll guide you step-by-step in creating your very own scarf dyed with vibrant colors made from vegetable scraps like onion skins and avocado pits. Not into knitting? No problem! You can explore a beginner-friendly weaving project using natural materials instead. It’s a relaxed, welcoming environment where you’ll learn, create, and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece. Registration is encouraged—don’t miss out on the
Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Join the refuge volunteer Kim Sheridan for an after-dark walk. Free and kid-friendly!
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. There are restrooms and a water fountain near the trailhead. No registration required.
Mindfulness, the art of being fully present, partners naturally with bird watching which is fundamentally the practice of savoring the moment. This will be a leisurely bird walk placing an added emphasis on awakening the senses and stilling the mind. Walk will meet at visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Binoculars are available for loan. No registration required.
Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Join the Biology Team for an after-dark walk. Free and kid-friendly!
This workshop is designed to help "birders" of every level use this free tool to document their bird observations for science and friends.This event is free, but registration is required due to limited capacity. Hosted by Friends of Heinz Refuge (FOHR) in partnership with the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club (DVOC), the event will be held at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Sign-in begins at 12:45. Gregg Gorton and Rob Bierregaard will provide an introduction to eBird and its uses, followed by break-out groups and going outside to bird with eBird. Mr. Gorton