“Over and Under the Pond” and Craft
Join us to read the story "Over and Under the Pond" by Kate Messner and learn all about animal life in and around the water. Following the reading, we will create a small craft for you to take home! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $15 for the first child…
Solar Eclipse Watch Party *WAIT LIST ONLY*
*Please note that this event is full and registration is now closed due to parking capacity at the Reserve. Please email rachel@delawarehighlands.org to be placed on the wait list for this event.* Join us for the 2024 solar eclipse at the Van Scott Nature Reserve’s Eugene and Mary Van Scott Pavilion. Enjoy a wide-open view…
Earth Month Scavenger Hunt
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesIn honor of Earth Month, come explore the Van Scott Nature Reserve! Stop in the office anytime between 1pm and 4pm on April 13th or April 27th to grab a scavenger hunt booklet to explore our trails. Everyone who completes the booklet will receive a small prize! Please wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared to…
Earth Month Scavenger Hunt
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesIn honor of Earth Month, come explore the Van Scott Nature Reserve! Stop in the office anytime between 1pm and 4pm on April 13th or April 27th to grab a scavenger hunt booklet to explore our trails. Everyone who completes the booklet will receive a small prize! Please wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared to…
Tree Planting at the Van Scott Nature Reserve
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesVolunteer with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy as we partner with Wayne County Conservation District to plant trees for the Keystone 10 Million Trees project at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Join us on May 11 or May 18 and together we will plant a total of 850 trees! While you are volunteering you will learn…
Tree Planting at the Van Scott Nature Reserve
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesVolunteer with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy as we partner with Wayne County Conservation District to plant trees for the Keystone 10 Million Trees project at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Join us on May 11 or May 18 and together we will plant a total of 850 trees! While you are volunteering you will learn…
Stopover Ecology of Landbird Migrants: Why It’s Good to be Fat and Other Migratory Tales
Join us at the Van Scott Nature Reserve for a presentation on avian migration and research conducted in Northeast Pennsylvania with Dr. Robert Smith and Dr. Meg Hatch. The program will hopefully include the temporary capture of live birds for attendees to see these migrants and residents up close. Drs. Hatch and Smith are especially…
Paint & Sip with Jill Carletti
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 your own painting to take home with guided instruction from Jill. Your canvas and all supplies will be provided. The Conservancy will provide light refreshments,…
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 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…
The Pollinator Pathway: Bee On It!
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…
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…