Pond Investigation

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

Join us as we take an in-depth look into life in a pond! During our pond investigation, you will be getting your hands dirty looking for insects known as macroinvertebrates.…

Paint & Sip with Jill Carletti

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

Join accomplished local artist Jill Carletti for a beginner-friendly Paint & Sip party in the pavilion at the Van Scott Nature Reserve! Surrounded by beautiful scenic views, you will create…

Designing with Nature: Permaculture Workshop with Maria Grimaldi

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

Join Maria Grimaldi, Garden and Permaculture Consultant, to develop an understanding of permaculture design principles for your property based on nature’s perfect design. This three-hour session will give you the…

Composting and Soil Health Workshop

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

Join Michelle Proscia, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan Agriculture Program Manager, to learn about the principles, methods, and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations of on-farm composting and soil health. The…

Cocktails & Conservation

Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy staff for appetizers and a "Conservationist" signature cocktail at Cochecton Fire Station in Cochecton, NY. Hear from Land Protection Coordinators Trey Talley and Kaylan Hubbard about…

Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk with The Botanical Hiker

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

Join certified herbalist Heather Houskeeper, aka the Botanical Hiker, in exploring the array of edible and medicinal plants at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Heather will provide methods for correct…

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…