Cocktails & Conservation

Here & Now Brewing Company 645 Main St., Honesdale, PA

Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy staff for drinks, pizza, and appetizers at Here & Now Brewing Company in Honesdale, PA. Hear from Land Protection Coordinators Trey Talley and Kaylan Hubbard about the Conservancy's work to protect forests, farms, and waters in the Upper Delaware River region and how you can get involved. Space is limited and tickets are $10 per person. Stay after the event for live jazz at Here & Now! Register Now

“Little Acorn” and Craft

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

Join our Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow as she reads the story Little Acorn by Melanie Joyce, which illustrates the life cycle of a tree. Following the reading will be a fun craft for everyone to create! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $15 for the first adult and child; $3 for each additional child and $2 for each additional adult. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Register Now

Tranquility Circle with Tibetan Singing Bowls with Marlaina WillowWynd Donato

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

Bring a chair, pillow or blanket and join Marlaina for an hour and a half of easy, guided relaxation meditations, breathwork, and segments of sound healing while soaking up the beauty of the meadows at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. All adults are welcome. Event fee is $10 for Conservancy members and $15 for non-members. Register Now Marlaina “WillowWynd” Donato comes from a diverse background of healing modalities and artistic expression. Her deep spiritual connection to nature is woven into […]

Cyanotype Art

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

Looking for a new fun way to turn nature into art? Join us to learn about Cyanotype fabric and how to use it! Enjoy some outdoor exploration and create your own nature imprints to take home with you. Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $10 for Conservancy members or $15 for non-members. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Register Now

Mobile Farm Market

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

On Friday, August 18th, come out and see Laurel & Tara as they bring the Northern Poconos Mobile Farm Market to the Van Scott Nature Reserve for a SPECIAL Pop-Up Market Event!! They'll be there Friday afternoon from 1 to 3 to help you get loaded up on fresh local foods including produce, milk, eggs, cheese, and butter. The Market accepts cash, credit, NEAR Cash, and FMNP vouchers, and hopes to be accepting SNAP EBT benefits by this market date […]

Van Scott Nature Reserve Scavenger Hunt

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

Join us for a Scavenger Hunt at the Van Scott Nature Reserve! Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm to pick up the scavenger hunt booklet from the office. If you can answer all of the questions in the booklet while you explore the Reserve, you will receive a small prize! Happy searching! All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult to attend.

Changing of the Leaves

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

Fall is upon us! Learn all about how leaves change colors while identifying the different types of trees along the way. At the end of this program, we will be making some eco-friendly nature leaf confetti! *Please wear proper footwear for walking along trails at the Reserve. Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Register Now

The Life of an Eastern Coyote

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

Join us as we discuss the life and biology of the Eastern Coyote. How are they different from Western Coyotes? What is their primary diet? Do they always live in packs? Get all these questions answered and more! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Register Now

Mindful Family Yoga with Romping Radishes

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

Join the Conservancy and Romping Radishes Yoga instructors from The Cooperage Project for a gentle outdoor yoga practice designed to heighten our awareness of our thoughts and surroundings. Open to families with children of all ages, we'll enjoy some nature exploration, mindful and playful movement, and art-making inspired by our surroundings. The event will be held outdoors at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Dress comfortably and bring something to sit on (blanket, yoga mat). No prior yoga experience is necessary. […]

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 easement on your property? Are there any financial benefits for the landowner? Following a brief presentation, you will be invited to join the conversation and […]

Meadow Party

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

Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy on Sunday, September 17th from 11am-4pm at the Van Scott Nature Reserve for our Meadow Party! For this special free community event, we invite you to enjoy guided trail walks, crafts, and fun educational programs for all ages. Food will be available for purchase from the Lupo Rosso Woodfired Pizza Truck, or you may bring your own picnic to enjoy (please bring a blanket or camp chairs). The schedule for the day includes: 11:00: Morning […]

Free Spirit Meditation with Marlaina WillowWynd Donato

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

Join Marlaina at the Van Scott Nature Reserve for an hour and a half of blissful ways to set yourself free including easy creative movement/dance, meditation to the calming yet invigorating sounds of live ocean drum, and inspiring prompts. Bring a chair, pillow, or blanket and wear comfortable clothing. Event fee is $10 for Conservancy members and $15 for non-members. Register Now Marlaina “WillowWynd” Donato comes from a diverse background of healing modalities and artistic expression. Her deep spiritual connection […]