CANCELLED: Meadow Party
Due to the rain and wind, Meadow Party activities are cancelled for the rest of the day. Thank you.
Women and Their Woods Retreat
Women forest landowners and aspiring landowners from across the mid-Atlantic region are invited to attend an educational retreat to learn more about managing their forestland and connect with other forest landowners. The retreat will be held from September 15th-18th at the Highlights Foundation Workshop Facility in Boyd's Mill, Milanville, PA in scenic Wayne County. Space…
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…
RAISE Your Hearts Baby Bib 5k
Join RAISE Your Hearts for their Baby Bib 5k event at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Description: Participate Virtually OR in Person. Run or Walk. There is no pain comparable to having a child that has run off ahead. No matter the age or gestation, every family member grieves and every child that is not…
Annual Board Meeting
The Delaware Highlands Conservancy's Annual Board Meeting is open to Conservancy members. Join us to hear about our accomplishments this year and plans for the future. Meeting will be conducted by Zoom. Advance registration is required; please email to register and receive the Zoom login information.
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…
Opening Reception & Gallery Show | Confluence: Land, Water, Wildlife
View the winning photos from the Conservancy's Confluence: Land, Water, Wildlife summer 2024 photo contest in a gallery show at The ARTery Gallery. The winning photos will be exhibited alongside artwork created by ARTery member artists. The show begins with a reception on Saturday, November 9th from 2-4pm; the reception is open to the public.…
CANCELLED: HOO Done It?
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…