Delaware Highlands Conservancy
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Forage: Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk with Heather Houskeeper
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesWe’re thrilled to launch our new program series: Design and Grow, Forage, and Create! In this three-part series, you’ll learn how to design and grow a sustainable garden, explore the world of medicinal plants, and discover how to create practical items using what you can grow or forage. Participants may register for individual sessions or…
Mystery Zoom
It's a mystery! Join us on the last Tuesday of every month through October for a fun and exciting Mystery Zoom. Engage with us each week on social media to try and guess the theme based on clues and questions we share. Each Zoom will cover a different topic, so stay tuned until the end…
Ask a Forester
Join us for a relaxed hike at the Van Scott Nature Reserve with Trevor Tochydlowski, Forest Specialist from the Wayne County Conservation District. This is a unique opportunity to walk the trails and engage in casual, informative conversation with a local forestry expert. Whether you're curious about tree identification, forest management, invasive species, wildlife habitats,…
Pond Investigation
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. We will use our findings to determine the quality of our pond! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $10 for…
Summer 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…
Create: Straight from the Garden: Let’s Make Herbal Iced Tea and a Handy Salve for Bug Bites with Jeanine Davis
Van Scott Nature Reserve 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, United StatesWe’re thrilled to launch our new program series: Design and Grow, Forage, and Create! In this three-part series, you’ll learn how to design and grow a sustainable garden, explore the world of medicinal plants, and discover how to create practical items using what you can grow or forage. Participants may register for individual sessions or…
Cocktails & Conservation
Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy staff for appetizers and drinks at Runaway Train in Honesdale, PA on July 24th from 5-7pm. Hear from Land Protection Coordinator Kaylan Hubbard and Stewardship Coordinator Steven Gosch about the Conservancy’s work to protect forests, farms, and waters in the Upper Delaware River region and how you can get involved. Space…
Biology of the Bald Eagle
Join the Conservancy’s Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow for a Biology of the Eagle presentation at the Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. Learn all about bald eagle behavior, how to identify eagles at different ages, how to tell the difference between bald eagles and other similar birds, and their conservation history…
CANCELLED: Tree Walk
*NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program is cancelled.* 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…
Mystery Zoom
It's a mystery! Join us on the last Tuesday of every month through October for a fun and exciting Mystery Zoom. Engage with us each week on social media to try and guess the theme based on clues and questions we share. Each Zoom will cover a different topic, so stay tuned until the end…
Boundin’ Furbearers
Ever wonder about the difference between a red fox and a grey fox? Did you know that grey fox are the only member of the canine family that can climb trees? Do opossums really play dead? What is a fisher? Join us to learn about many of the various furry animals that live in the…
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…