Join the Conservancy's Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow for a closer look into the mysterious life of the elusive black bear. What do black bears eat? What happens to nuisance bears? What should you do if you see a black bear in the woods? Get answers to these questions and more! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members, $10 for non-members. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the […]

Join us at the Van Scott Nature Reserve as we explore the life of the insects known as macroinvertebrates! These insects play a huge role in the aquatic ecosystem. For this program we will be discussing the importance of these insects and how their variation can be an indicator of the health of the body of water we are studying. We will be going on a short walk down to a pond and stream to take a closer look at […]

Have you ever wondered what fish our eagles along the Delaware River are eating. what fish you may catch if you cast your line out in the water, or even the importance of the river for the life cycle of the freshwater eel? Join us as we discuss and identify many species of fish that live in the Delaware River. Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members. Children […]

Have you ever observed how many colors are in the natural world around you? Do you think you can find all the colors of the rainbow in the woods? For this fun family event, join us at the Van Scott Nature Reserve and take a walk on the trails to see if you have the eye to spy all the colors! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members. […]

*Please note, this event was originally scheduled for April 15 but has been rescheduled for July 15 due to weather.* 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 identification, harvest, and preparation. Many of these plants are easy to recognize and may be found in your own backyard or on other favorite trails. Learn how to transform our […]

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