Ramps-U-Pick – Hosted by Delaware Valley Ramps
*Events hosted Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between April 21 and May 14!* Ramps are the first green sign of spring, highly valued for their taste as a cross between garlic and onions. Used cooked, grilled in stews, in soups or raw pickled and in salads, ramps are a regional delicacy. Delaware Valley Ramps of Equinunk,…
Ramps-U-Pick – Hosted by Delaware Valley Ramps
*Events hosted Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between April 21 and May 14!* Ramps are the first green sign of spring, highly valued for their taste as a cross between garlic and onions. Used cooked, grilled in stews, in soups or raw pickled and in salads, ramps are a regional delicacy. Delaware Valley Ramps of Equinunk,…
Delaware River Sojourn
Join the Conservancy and its partners during the first four days (June 16-19) of the Sojourn which will focus on the Upper Delaware River region. Learn more and register at https://delawareriversojourn.com/.
Fish of the Delaware River
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…
Wildflower Women’s Healing Circle with Marlaina WillowWynd Donato
Connect with your inner Source and the sacred feminine in a safe circle of loving souls. Spend two hours of joyful, meditative ceremony with Marlaina, beginning with a ‘medicine walk’ before settling into a comfortable spot overlooking one of the Van Scott Nature Reserve ponds. Feel free to bring a chair, pillow, or blanket—and any…
Mini-Macros
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…
“Little Acorn” and Craft
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…
Tranquility Circle with Tibetan Singing Bowls with Marlaina WillowWynd Donato
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.…
Cyanotype Art
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…
Mobile Farm Market
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,…
Van Scott Nature Reserve Scavenger Hunt
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…
The Life of an Eastern Coyote
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…