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Chainsaw Safety Training at the Reserve

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

Join the Conservancy at the Van Scott Nature Reserve as we learn Chainsaw Safety with a Game of Logging instructor. The training focuses on introducing open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. There are two opportunities to learn: Saturday, September 17: A Women and Their Woods Event Sunday, September 18: Open to all […]

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Chainsaw Safety Training at the Reserve

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

Join the Conservancy at the Van Scott Nature Reserve as we learn Chainsaw Safety with a Game of Logging instructor. The training focuses on introducing open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. There are two opportunities to learn: Saturday, September 17: A Women and Their Woods Event Sunday, September 18: Open to all […]

Guided Weekday Walk at the Reserve

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

Walk the trails with Conservancy education staff and volunteers to learn more about the lands, waters, and wildlife at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Registration is limited to 30 participants. Suggested program fees are Conservancy members, $5; Non-members, $10; and children under 12 with paid adult are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Register Now If you have any questions, please call 570-226-3164 ext. 2, 845-583-1010 ext.2, or email amanda@delawarehighlands.org.

Guided Walk at the Reserve: Forest Bathing and Wild Plants

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

Join the Conservancy and Heather Houskeeper, The Botanical Hiker, for a gentle walk on the Reserve. Participants will experience forest bathing and its benefits while connecting to several of the native plants of our region. This event is geared towards adults, but all ages can be accommodated. Registration is limited to 30 participants. Suggested program fees are Conservancy members, $10; Non-members, $20; and children under 12 with paid adult are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend […]

Guided Walk at the Reserve: Animals and Their Habitats

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

Walk the trails at the Reserve with experts and learn more about the wildlife, their preferred habitats, and tips for successful wildlife spotting. Registration is limited to 30 participants. Suggested program fees are Conservancy members, $10; Non-members, $20; and children under 12 with paid adult are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Our guide John Francis Butler is an ecological restoration practitioner, currently working in the forests and wetlands of New York City that […]

Guided Weekday Walk at the Reserve

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

Walk the trails with Conservancy education staff and volunteers to learn more about the lands, waters, and wildlife at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Registration is limited to 30 participants. Suggested program fees are Conservancy members, $5; Non-members, $10; and children under 12 with paid adult are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program. Register Now If you have any questions, please call 570-226-3164 ext. 8, 845-583-1010 ext.8, or email sara@delawarehighlands.org.

Van Scott Nature Reserve Welcome Day – Open House

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

Join the Conservancy to learn more about our mission and experience the 144-acre Van Scott Nature Reserve. Guided walks, nature-focused activities and crafts, and light refreshments will be offered throughout the day. Registration is not required; guests are welcome to drop in for the Open House anytime between 10am-2pm. Please email sara@delawarehighlands.org or call 570-226-3164 ext. 8 with any questions.

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Eagle Watch Bus Tours

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

Learn about eagles and their habitat! Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and take a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region while you look for and learn about eagles and their habitat. Tours will begin at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. All current COVID safety guidelines will be followed and masks will be required while riding on the bus. Seats are limited and advance reservations are required. $25 for non-members; $15 for members. Make […]

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Eagle Watch Bus Tours

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

Learn about eagles and their habitat! Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and take a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region while you look for and learn about eagles and their habitat. Tours will begin at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. All current COVID safety guidelines will be followed and masks will be required while riding on the bus. Seats are limited and advance reservations are required. $25 for non-members; $15 for members. Make […]

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Eagle Watch Bus Tours

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

Learn about eagles and their habitat! Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and take a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region while you look for and learn about eagles and their habitat. Tours will begin at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. All current COVID safety guidelines will be followed and masks will be required while riding on the bus. Seats are limited and advance reservations are required. $25 for non-members; $15 for members. Make […]

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Eagle Watch Bus Tours

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

Learn about eagles and their habitat! Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and take a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region while you look for and learn about eagles and their habitat. Tours will begin at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. All current COVID safety guidelines will be followed and masks will be required while riding on the bus. Seats are limited and advance reservations are required. $25 for non-members; $15 for members. Make […]

Back to Nature Celebration

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

You are invited to the Back to Nature Celebration at the Van Scott Nature Reserve and the Inn at Woodloch! 3:30-4:30pm • Exclusive sneak-peek tours of the Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. 4:30pm-8pm • Travel to the Inn at Woodloch for dinner lakeside. Unwind by the fire, enjoy live music, take a boat ride, and dine on a variety of specialty gourmet barbecue and tapas-style selections. All current COVID safety guidelines will be followed. In case of rain, […]

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