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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
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SUMMARY:Fungi Foray with Philly Myco Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Philadelphia Mycology Club’s Kevin Popowich for a Fungi Foray along the trails of Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary to discover and uncover the wonderful world of mycology. Together\, we’ll explore the steep slopes of Bougher Hill overlooking the scenic Delaware River and see what mushrooms and other fungi we can find.    \nWhat is a foray? Different than foraging\, which is the pursuit of only edible species\, forays are a survey of the mushroom diversity in an ecological landscape. We will adhere to Natural Lands’ Leave No Trace policy and not remove any mushrooms or other plant material from the preserve.  \nBefore we start hunting for mushrooms\, we’ll congregate for a brief introduction with an informational handout. This program will cover identification\, safety\, look-alikes\, and resources to help you continue your fungal adventures.   \nAbout our partner: A Philadelphia-based nonprofit\, Philadelphia Mycology Club’s mission is to study\, collect\, and document fungi; to foster accessibility\, diversity\, and inclusivity through educating the community on fungi; and to steward the land and advocate for fungal conservation. They work with other environmental groups in and around Philadelphia to provide free and accessible mushroom guidance in an urban setting and to work towards common goals of environmental justice.  
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fungi-foray-with-philly-myco-club/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
CATEGORIES:general
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SUMMARY:Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join our partner\, Heather Houskeeper—also known as The Botanical Hiker—in exploring the array of edible and medicinal plants at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary. Heather will provide valuable methods for confident identification\, ethical harvest\, and easy preparation.  Many edible or medicinal plants may be found in your own backyard\, in the garden as common weeds\, or in other natural places you frequent.   \nLearn how to transform these wild plants into delicious snacks\, medicinal teas\, and home remedies. The walk will be easy to moderate with many stops along the way to meet the plants. \nPlease note that this walk is educational in nature and that no plants will be harvested from the preserve. All of Natural Lands’ properties are Leave No Trace; foraging is not permitted. \nJust some of the plants you might see on this walk include staghorn sumac and birch (pictured below). \n \nPhotos provided by the instructor. \nAbout the instructor: \nHeather Houskeeper\, “The Botanical Hiker\,” is an herbalist\, author\, and founder of the School of Plant and Place Connection in Milford\, PA. She holds certifications in herbal medicine\, botany\, taxonomy\, and forest therapy. Heather has hiked thousands of miles on long-distance trails—including the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine—identifying\, exploring\, and foraging wild plants along the way. These journeys have deeply inspired her work as an herbal educator. Since 2011\, Heather has guided others into the natural world through plant walks\, herbal workshops\, and seminars. She is the author of three plant-inspired books and the Wild Food columnist for Dirt Magazine. Heather believes plants are a conduit for connection with the natural world\, and that by attuning to nature\, we foster individual and collective wellness. Learn more about Heather at: www.SchoolofPlantandPlaceConnection.com and on social media @The Botanical Hiker.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/edible-and-medicinal-plant-walk/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
CATEGORIES:General Events,Member Discount,Nature Walks
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author of  Stone Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join our partner and author of Stone Creek\, Kate Brandes\, for a book talk and creative workshop. \nThe evening will include a brief introduction about the author and her book\, then offer a fun and interactive creative workshop in which you will draw inspiration from where you grew up. This event is open to anyone; you don’t have to be a writer or a “creative” person to participate. \nKate Brandes’ book\, Stone Creek\, will be available for purchase. A portion of proceeds will go to Mariton. Those who purchase a book at the event will also receive one of Kate’s original botanic prints. \n“Kate Brandes’ keenly observed\, loving descriptions of the natural world—the birds\, trees\, and wildflowers of Stone Creek—make a reader understand why her characters are willing to fight to protect it. A well-plotted tale exploring the choices we make to care for the places and people we love\, this novel is sure to be a book club favorite.” \n—Jenn Rossmann\, author of The Place You’re Supposed to Laugh \nNo registration necessary. Thank you for joining us!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/meet-the-author-of-stone-creek/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
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SUMMARY:Volunteer – Give Back to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in nurturing nature. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23\,000 acres and 120 miles of trails\, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you. \nVolunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world\, give your time to a great cause\, and connect with enthusiastic\, like-minded people. \nThe health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details. \nCapacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up\, please show up. If you need to cancel\, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome\, ages 12 and up. Minors ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction with their guardian.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/volunteer-give-back-to-nature-5/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Service
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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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