• Boundin’ Furbearers

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    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…

    Home Again: A Tribute to the Music of Carole King

    Harmony In The Woods 19 Imagination Way, Hawley, PA

    Harmony In The Woods Benefit Concert for the Delaware Highlands Conservancy Led by Deb De Lucca, Home Again celebrates Carole King’s timeless songs with warmth, heart, and rich vocals. From Tapestry hits to beloved classics, this tribute honors a legendary songwriter in a night of nostalgia and melody. This concert hosted by Harmony In The…

    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…

    The Pollinator Pathway: Bee On It!

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    Thousands of people across the country have joined forces to create the Pollinator Pathway, a grassroots movement focused on protecting and restoring habitat for bees, birds, butterflies, moths, and other pollinating insects. Join us to learn how you can be part of this important effort to help reverse declines in bird and pollinator populations. We…

    Mystery Zoom

    Mystery Zoom

    It's a mystery! Join us on the last Tuesday of every month through October for a fun and exciting Mystery Zoom. Engage with us each week on social media to try and guess the theme based on clues and questions we share. Each Zoom will cover a different topic, so stay tuned until the end…

    Discovery Walk

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    Join us for an open-ended adventure as we hike through the beautiful Van Scott Nature Reserve. This relaxed program is all about exploring the outdoors and discovering the wonders of the ecosystem together. From the birds soaring overhead to the trees towering around us, we’ll chat about anything and everything nature has to offer. Bring…

  • Bugs, Balance, and Biodiversity: The State of Our Forests

    What’s really going on in our forests? Join Trevor Tochydlowski, Forest Specialist with Wayne Conservation District, and Michael Antonishak, Service Forester with the PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry, for an in-depth look at the current state of Pennsylvania’s woodlands. This program will explore how invasive pests, forest diseases, and wildlife dynamics affect forest health and…

    Boundin’ Furbearers

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    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…

    Volunteer Days: Shrub Thicket Management at the Reserve

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    Shrub thickets are a type of successional forest that provide important habitats for mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Their density and lowness to the ground offer shelter for small- to medium-sized birds and mammals. Over time, taller trees can encroach upon a shrub thicket, creating shade that causes the thicket to disappear along with…

  • CANCELLED: HOO Done It?

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    **Please note, this program has been cancelled.** 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…

    Bat-tacular Program with Optional Bat Walk

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    *Please note, this event is full and registration is now closed.* 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…

    Restoring Balance: A Hands-On Forest Habitat Project

    Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United States

    Join Trevor Tochydlowski of the Wayne Conservation District and Michael Antonishak of the PA DCNR for the next chapter in our Bugs, Balance, and Biodiversity series with a hands-on volunteer opportunity focused on restoring vital shrubland habitat at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Dense shrub thickets, such as those made of highbush blueberry and cinnamon…