Reservations Required
Taste of the Harvest
Please join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy for Taste of the Harvest on Sunday, September 29 featuring the Jonny King Trio! Enjoy a delicious brunch from Cedar Lakes Estate and live jazz from pianist and composer Jonny King, described by Downbeat as one of the strongest piano voices of his generation. He will be joined by…
Bird Walk
Calling all birders and early risers! Join us for a morning walk at the Van Scott Nature Reserve to look for birds in our meadows, forest, and along our ponds. Please be prepared to walk on sloped terrain, and wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that are comfortable for the weather. Binoculars recommended. Fee is $5…
Conservation Conversations
Join the Conservancy’s Land Protection Coordinators Trey Talley and Kaylan Hubbard for a virtual Zoom gathering to learn about Delaware Highlands Conservancy and how we can help you protect your land. What is a conservation easement and what property characteristics do we look for? What are the steps and costs associated with placing a conservation…
Tree Walk
In this program, you'll learn effective strategies for identifying trees by their leaves, buds, and bark. Once you've honed your skills, we'll head out onto the property to put them to the test and see how many trees you can identify at the Reserve! Please be prepared to walk on sloped terrain, and wear closed-toe…
Bat-tacular Program with Optional Bat Walk
Join us for an engaging, hour-long talk about the world’s only flying mammal—the bat! Discover the different types of bats found in this area, learn about their fascinating behaviors, and find out what to do if you have bats in your home. We'll also discuss the impact of White-nose syndrome and much more. After the…
Wonderful Whitetails
As the breeding season, or rut, approaches, White-tailed deer become increasingly active. Join us to learn about the reasons behind this heightened activity and explore fascinating behaviors of White-tailed deer throughout the year! Fee is $5 for Conservancy members and $10 for non-members; kids under 12 are free. Advance registration is requested. This program is…
HOO Done It?
Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of owls! In this program, we will solve the mystery of whoo is responsible for the disappearance of Mrs. Hen. Was it one of the owls, or is another creature to blame? We need YOUR help to crack the case - put your investigation skills to…
Turkey Talk
There’s no better time to talk about the turkey than—you guessed it—Thanksgiving! Did you know the turkey was almost our national bird? Join us for Turkey Talk to learn about all things turkey, including their habits and how they live. Space is limited and prior registration is requested. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members…
Where Do the Animals Go When It Snows?
Ever wondered where animals go when the snow starts to fall? Join us as we read Over and Under the Snow by Kate Messner and do some fun activities and crafts to learn about wildlife in winter. This program is intended for elementary-age kids and families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is…
Boundin’ Furbearers
Ever wonder about the difference between a red fox and a grey fox? Did you know that grey fox are the only member of the canine family that can climb trees? Do opossums really play dead? What is a fisher? Join us to learn about many of the various furry animals that live in the…