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Join Tony Croasdale to look for “creatures of the night,” including Screech Owls, Great-horned Owls, and Flying Squirrels.Take a short walk with us around the Tree House grounds listening for owls and using our thermal imager to detect nocturnal wildlife like flying squirrels and opossums. Please register on Eventbrite. FREE.
Take a walk to search for animal tracks. Learn the track and gait patterns of some common animals. Make a plaster replica track cast.Snow and mud create the places we can explore for animal tracks. Learn the tracks patterns and gait of common animals in the Wissahickon. Enjoy making a plaster mold of track replica inside. Cost $2 per child
How plants and animals adapt to winter? Why do evergreens not freeze? Let's take a walk looking at and discussing winter ecology.How plants and animals adapt to winter? Why do evergreens not freeze? Why do broad-leaf trees lose their leaves, and what happens inside the tree? What happens to insects in winter...to fish, to frogs and toads? Let's take a walk looking at and discussing winter ecology!
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime! All levels of birders welcome.Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. Late fall/winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining or snowing. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders. Walks vary in length from 1.5 hrs to 2 hrs.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime! All levels of birders welcome.Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. Late fall/winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining or snowing. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders. Walks vary in length from 1.5 hrs to 2 hrs.
Join Tree House staff and our friends from Coyote Tracks for a cozy campfire and hands-on holiday crafting!Join Tree House staff and our friends from Coyote Tracks for a cozy campfire and hands-on holiday crafting! Warm up by the fire and enjoy a relaxed morning outdoors. We’ll provide marshmallows and roasting sticks.🌿 11:00 AM — Informal Wreath-Making WorkshopWe’ll share tips and provide a bundle of fresh greens harvested from alien and invasive plants. Using these species for crafts helps us care for the forest while giving them a second life in your wreath.🧵 Craft Stations• Pine-cone bird feeder craft• Additional
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime! All levels of birders welcome.Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. Late fall/winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining or snowing. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders. Walks vary in length from 1.5 hrs to 2 hrs.
Join WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitJoin WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitat near the Center. We'd love your help cutting vines, pulling invasive plants, and more!
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Come for a monthly story time and a short walk, or a nature-inspired craft. For children aged 3 to 6 with their parents.Come for a monthly story time and a short walk, or a nature-inspired craft. For children aged 3 to 6 with their parents. Fall Themes and dates: The Leaves are Falling (October 23rd); Squirrels and their Kin (November19-- NEW DATE); and Getting Ready for Winter (December 18). Weeks vary due to holidays.
Join WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitJoin WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitat near the Center. We'd love your help cutting vines, pulling invasive plants, and more!
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Please join us as we make fresh apple cider, cold and mulled for tasting, taste apple varieties, and more. FREE!Please join us for our Fall Festival this Saturday. The day includes:Apple cider making...help us make it!Fresh cold cider tastingMulled hot ciderApple variety tastingCrab Apples and Birds bird walk at 11:30 AM Marshmallow toasting at the campfireStory readingTommy the Cat Memorial Tree Planting at 2 PM
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects.Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects. Interpretative and realistic styles are supported. Recommended supplies: 9x12 sketchpad and watercolor pad, watercolors or gouache paint, and drawing materials. Cost: per session $10. Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Join us for conversation and s’mores at the campfire circle. The building will be open for board games and activities.Join us for conversation and s’mores at the campfire circle. The building will be open for board games and activities.
Come for a monthly story time and a short walk, or a nature-inspired craft. For children aged 3 to 6 with their parents.Come for a monthly story time and a short walk, or a nature-inspired craft. For children aged 3 to 6 with their parents. Fall Themes and dates: The Leaves are Falling (October 23rd); Squirrels and their Kin (November 20); and Getting Ready for Winter (December 18). All dates are on Thursdays. Weeks vary due to holidays.
Learn to use basic woodworking hand tools and skills to make a platform birdfeeder. Ages 9 and up. Workshop is 3 to 4 weeks long.Learn to use basic woodworking hand tools and skills to make a platform birdfeeder. You will learn to use a hand saw and an old-fashioned drill called a brace and bit. Other skills include measuring, hammering nails, and sanding. An estimated 3-to-4-week commitment is needed for project completion (Tuesdays, Oct 21-Nov.11). We will work outside on our back porch. Ages: 9 and up. $15 material fee. Parental safety agreement must be signed.
Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects.Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects. Interpretative and realistic styles are supported. Recommended supplies: 9x12 sketchpad and watercolor pad, watercolors or gouache paint, and drawing materials. Cost: per session $10. Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Join WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitJoin WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitat near the Center. We'd love your help cutting vines, pulling invasive plants, and more!
We will hike the trails of Andorra Natural Area enjoying the fall colors while we learn about some of the tree species that grow in our ParkWe will hike the trails of Andorra Natural Area enjoying the fall colors while we learn about some of the tree species that grow in our Park. Some basic tree ID will be covered, as well as some fun facts about various species. Families welcome!
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Join WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitJoin WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitat near the Center. We'd love your help cutting vines, pulling invasive plants, and more!
Mini bioblitz walk using iNaturalist to record sightings. Bring your smartphone or camera to take picturesHelp us document nature in the Park! This is a mini-bioblitz walk using iNaturalist to record sightings. A bioblitz is when you try and identify as many species of plants and animals in a given place at a given time. Bring your smartphone or camera to take pictures and enjoy this nature hunt!
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects.Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects. Interpretative and realistic styles are supported. Recommended supplies: 9x12 sketchpad and watercolor pad, watercolors or gouache paint, and drawing materials. Cost: per session $10. Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Explore the areas near the Tree House as we photograph and identify bees, wasps, butterflies, and flowers.Explore the areas near the Tree House as we photograph and identify bees, wasps, butterflies, and flowers. Later, learn how to enter your sightings into iNaturalist for the Wissahickon Park's September Pollinator BioBlitz. The BioBlitz is part of the National Recreation and Parks Association's national Pollinator BioBlitz. Cancelled for heavy rain.
Meet at the Tree House for this weekly bird walk in the Andorra area. Perfect for beginning birders as well as advanced!
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
what are some of the common edible plants in the park and what parts are edible? Take a walk with staff to see what can be foraged safely.what are some of the common edible plants in the park and what parts are edible? Take a walk with staff to see what can be foraged safely.
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Meet at the Tree House for this weekly bird walk in the Andorra area. Perfect for beginning birders as well as advanced!
Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Corky Diane leads a wine cork, and beach material frame crafting class.Supplies provided but you are welcome to bring shells, small drift wood, beach pebbles to add .5x7 frame provided$12 per personMake your own upcycled wine cork picture frame to take home with shells. Bring your own special shells or pebbles from your summer travels if you like to add to it.For ages 14+ and adults
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Join the Treehouse staff to dissect an owl pellet to see what the local owls have eaten. For ages 8 and up. Registration required!Join the Treehouse staff to dissect an owl pellet to see what the local owls have eaten. For ages 8 and up Registration required!
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Join Eve to learn how to create a butterfly mosaic to celebrate our butterfly month!In celbration of WEC's butterfly month join Eve for an afternoon moasic workshop. Choose a butterfly species you want to create. You will learn to make a simpe drawing and transfer it to mosaic, you will learn to use nippers to cut tile. Your final creation will be on a 6x6 backing board. Nippers avaiable to borrow supplies provided. $7 per person, registration required!
Have fun looking for the small life that lives in Wissahickon Creek and use outdoor microscopes to get a better view.
Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.
Learn about the species of owls that inhabit our park, and then dissect a real owl pellet!Join the Treehouse staff to dissect an owl pellet to see what the local owls have eaten. For ages 8 and up. Registrated requieed!
learn about different types of butterflies that live in the Wissahickon. Learn about host plants and pollinator plants .learn about different types of butterflies that live in the Wissahickon. Learn about host plants and pollinator plants as a way that some butterflies get nutrition. We will tak a walk in search of butterflies. Teens and Adults
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Philadelphia Mycology Club with WEC staff with lead a local mushroom ID in our forest.Philadelphia Mycology Club with WEC staff with lead a local mushroom ID in our forest. Learn the basics about mushroom structure, and ecological groups. All ages welcome, $5 per person
Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.
Meet at the Tree House for this weekly bird walk in the Andorra area. Perfect for beginning birders as well as advanced!
Learn about the life cycle of monarch butterflies.Public program for families to learn about the life cycle of monarch butterflies on site, followed by a walk to look for caterpillars and chrysalises. Make a butterfly craft.
Meet at the Tree House for this weekly bird walk in the Andorra area. Perfect for beginning birders as well as advanced!
Join entomologist Doug Sponsler for a program focused on pollinator insects. Use sweep nets and bug boxes to catch and observe insects.Join entomologist Doug Sponsler for a program focused on pollinator insects. Use sweep nets and bug boxes to catch and observe insects.
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Join us to collect and eat a delicious invasive species!Wineberries are a type of raspberry originally from Asia, but grow in great abundance in Philadelphia parks and are considered an invasive plant. Help us control them by eating some! Please wear long WEC SUMMER PROGRAMS 2025 pants and clothed-toed shoes. Bring a container with you.
Meet at the Tree House for this weekly bird walk in the Andorra area. Perfect for beginning birders as well as advanced!
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Monthly Nature book club to discuss different environmental topics.These books are available to borrow for free at the Andorra Free Library. We will meet at 1pm which is a new time for the summer. Read what you can, come ready for discussion!
Nature focused yoga for familiesJoin Jana from Heartwell Yoga in partnership with Prescribe outside for nature focued family yoga class for all ages and abilbilites. "We'll explore things that grow, butterflies, breathe work, mindful movement, and relaxation . Free, please register
Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Come sit in nature and see what you're moved to create.All supplies provided, for all ages and adults . Come sit with us in nature to see what inspries us. Series event.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
This walk and talk discusses the legacy of Andorra Nursey and the influence of William Harper and Eleanor Houston Smith on Wissahickon Park.Wissahickon Environmental Center's grounds were formerly Andorra Nursery. This walk and talk discusses the legacy of Andorra Nursey and how Willam Harper and Elanor Houston Smith influenced Wissahickon Park and Northwest Philadelphia. We will visit structures, trees, and shrubs that persist from Andorra's operations. Expect to walk 2-3 miles in hilly terrain.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
We will use a bat detector and a thermal scope to look and listen for bats, owls, toads, flying squirrels, and other night-time critters.
Philadelphia Mycology Club with WEC staff with lead a local mushroom ID in our forest.Philadelphia Mycology Club with WEC staff with lead a local mushroom ID in our forest. Learn the basics about mushroom structure, and ecological groups. All ages welcome, $5 per person
Learn about how seeds grow into plants and start your own seeds. Learn about the parts of plants and types.Learn about how seeds grow into plants and start your own seeds to take home and watch them sprout. Learn the parts of plants, a few of the many types, and what they need to survive. $5 per child.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Meet to discuss the newest book from Robin Wall Kimmerer, famous author of Braiding Sweetgrass.This book is available to borrow at the Andorra Free library. This book club meets the last Thursday of every month at 3pm . Please shop local if you plan to buy it!
Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.
Celebrate Earth Day with a search for frogs, toads, and salamanders!Celebrate Earth Day with a search for frogs, toads, and salamanders! Learn about the species that live in the Park and how we can help amphibians thrive. Best for ages 6 and up.
Learn about the fascinating rocks and minerals in the Wissahickon Park with Hallam Harper, local geology explorer.Learn about the fascinating rocks and minerals in the Wissahickon Park with Hallam Harper, local geology explorer. Investigate some properties of minerals and explore nearby rock formations. Two choices of dates . Best for children ages 8 and over. $5
Enjoy a late day walk to experience and learn about the spring ephemeral flowers in our region. Meet at WEC.Join us for a late-day walk to learn about and enjoy the native ephemeral flowers of the forest. Meet at WEC.
Learn about the fascinating rocks and minerals in the Wissahickon Park with Hallam Harper, local geology explorer.Learn about the fascinating rocks and minerals in the Wissahickon Park with Hallam Harper, local geology explorer. Investigate some properties of minerals and explore nearby rock formations. Two choices of dates . Best for children ages 8 and over. $5
Learn the story of Wissahickon geology by examining local minerals and rocks and walking to see the formations.Learn the story of Wissahickon geology by examining local minerals and rocks. Then hike the Andorra section to see the fascinating geological area!. Amateur geologist and FOW trail ambassador Hallam Harper is our guide. This program is geared towards adults. $5
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Monthly book club meeting to discuss environmental themed books. Can be picked up at the Andorra library!Book available to borrow at the Andorra Library. Discuss stories over tea.Walk ins welcome ! Yu can pixk up a copy at the Andorra Library branch
This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
This is a crochet class & meetup that is beginner friendly. You will learn fundamental stiches of crochet and be provided a pattern to takeBegginer friendly crochet with yarn, hooks, and patterns available. More advanced crocheters are welcome to join in.
Meet at Bells Mill Road and Forbidden Drive to take a walk in search of Skunk Cabbage, other early emerging plants insects.This hike has been rescheduled from Saturday, March 15 to Friday evening March 21. Come join us for a relaxing hike in search of signs of spring. Meet at Bells Mill Road and Forbidden Drive to take a walk in search of Skunk Cabbage, other early emerging plants insects, and returning birds, such as the Eastern Phoebe.
Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!Health walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter!weather depending
Bring out your child's inner wildlife artist! Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest!Junior Duck Stamp Contest,Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest! Ages 6 to 18 are eligible. Entries must be based on an actual animal. Learn about waterfowl in the process. Note: You will need 2 or 3 sessions to complete your work.Registration needed!https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp
Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!Health walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter!weather depending
Homeschool Families can learn about maple trees, sap, and the process we use to create maple syrup. Taste test sap and syrup!Homeschool families can join us at the Tree House to learn about maple trees, sap, and the process we use to create maple syrup. Taste test sap and syrup! Registration necessary.
Bring out your child's inner wildlife artist! Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest!Junior Duck Stamp Contest,Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest! Ages 6 to 18 are eligible. Entries must be based on an actual animal. Learn about waterfowl in the process. Note: You will need 2 or 3 sessions to complete your work.Registration needed!https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp
Book of the Month for Feb about the sustainable skill of mending what we have. Available to borrow at Andorra Library.Meet to discuss the book of the month Mend by Kate Sekules. How the susatibale skill of mending is coming back as a eco conscious skill
This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Homeschool Families can learn about maple trees, sap, and the process we use to create maple syrup. Taste test sap and syrup!Homeschool families can join us at the Tree House to learn about maple trees, sap, and the process we use to create maple syrup. Taste test sap and syrup! Registration necessary.
This is a crochet class & meetup that is beginner friendly. You will learn fundamental stiches of crochet and be provided a pattern to takeBegginer friendly crochet with yarn, hooks, and patterns available. More advanced crocheters are welcome to join in.
Bring out your child's inner wildlife artist! Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest!Junior Duck Stamp Contest,Create a painting for the National Wildlife Service’s national duck stamp contest! Ages 6 to 18 are eligible. Entries must be based on an actual animal. Learn about waterfowl in the process. Note: You will need 2 or 3 sessions to complete your work.Registration needed!https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp
Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!Health walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter!weather depending
Our Annual Maple Sugar Day is here ! Join us for sap, syrup tasting, tree tours, and tapping, and more!Maple Sugar will Take place at the Tree house and tours starting on Forbidden drive. Sap and syrup tasting, tree tours to see the taped maple trees, and open house to visit inside the center. Donations welcome!
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!Health walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter!weather depending