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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
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 learn about groundhogs and hibernation. Search for a groundhog burrow. Make a craft celebrating Groundhog Day.Homeschool familes can register for this fun lesson in honor of Groundhog's day. What their burrows look like, what is hibernation and why do they do it? There will be a make and take craft
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
Nature/ environmental themed book discussion. New book available from the Andorra Library Book of the month is Consumed by Aja BarberConsumed : the need for collective change : colonialism, climate change, and consumerism by Aja Barber.
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!
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.
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!
A walk around the grounds listening for owls and looking for nocturnal wildlife using a thermal detector.Meet at Wissahickon Enviromental Center's "Tree House" building. We will take a relatively short walk around the grounds listening for owls and using our thermal imager to detect nocturnal wildlife like flying squirrels and opossums.
Learn about the species of owls that inhabit our parks. Dissect an owl pellet to see what animal was eaten. Listen for owls outside at dusk.Learn about the species of owls that inhabit our parks. Dissect an owl pellet to see what animal was eaten. Listen for owls outside at dusk. Best for children 8 and above.
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.
Attention birders old and new! Help us with the annual Audubon census of birds, The Christmas Bird Count.Do you enjoy birding, and are you able to identify most of our wintering bird species? Then we need YOU to participate in this year's Audubon Christmas Bird Count! We will census the birds in the Andorra Natural Area on Saturday, December 14th between 9 AM and 2 PM.Meet at the Tree House. We will divide the area into sections and will split up to cover them all. Please RSVP on Eventbrite. You do not have to attend for more than 2 hours.
Meet at Wissahickon Environmental Center (The Treehouse) If you’ve seen our #wildlifewednesday posts on Facebook or Instagram, you know that the Wissahickon is home to endless wild beauty worth capturing. Meet Troy Bynum, the man behind our weekly wildlife posts, and learn how to use manual settings on your camera like a professional at our Introduction to Photography Workshop: Wildlife Edition. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this is an opportunity to brush up on your familiarity with aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and Exposure Compensation to take your photos to the next level. We’ll start at the Wissahickon
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bring food to share, as well as your knowledge and opinions, as we discuss the nature of the Wissahickon!
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
We will walk the trails and Forbidden Drive to find owls, bats, flying squirrels, racoons, opossums and other creatures of the night.Nocturnal Wildlife & Full Moon Walks We will walk the trails and Forbidden Drive to find owls, bats, flying squirrels, racoons, opossums and other creatures of the night. January 6th will also be full moon night! This program is appropriate for people of any age that can be quiet! FREE Friday January 6, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Friday February 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bring food to share, as well as your knowledge and opinions, as we discuss the nature of the Wissahickon!
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
We will walk the trails and Forbidden Drive to find owls, bats, flying squirrels, racoons, opossums and other creatures of the night.Nocturnal Wildlife & Full Moon Walks We will walk the trails and Forbidden Drive to find owls, bats, flying squirrels, racoons, opossums and other creatures of the night. January 6th will also be full moon night! This program is appropriate for people of any age that can be quiet! FREE Friday January 6, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Friday February 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
This a series of programs that aims to connect math to the natural world in a fun way.This a series of programs that aims to connect math to the real world, specifically the natural world. Taught by local natualist and educator, Brian Rudnik. The program is most appropriate for 3rd to 5th graders but younger students will find much to their interest and older students will be challenged to explore concepts more deeply.10/19/22 SHAPES IN NATUREHow do different mathematical shapes such as circles, spirals, polygons, certain curves and other shapes manifest in nature? Why are natural objects and phenomena shaped
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Bring food to share, as well as your knowledge and opinions, as we discuss the nature of the Wissahickon!
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children
Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.
We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
This is a mix of training and work sessions so you can help us fight off invasive plants, and install and maintain native specimens.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
This is a mix of training and work sessions so you can help us fight off invasive plants, and install and maintain native specimens.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
Bring food to share, as well as your knowledge and opinions, as we discuss a different natural history topic each week. Tweed attire not req
We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.
We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.
