Van Scott Nature Reserve
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…
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 our Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow to learn about many of the various…
Black Bears of the Woods
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…
Earth Day Crafts at the Reserve
Drop in any time between 4pm and 6pm on Friday, April 21st to kick off Earth Day weekend by creating crafts with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy! While you are creating your craft you will also have the opportunity to learn about some of the things you can do to help our planet. All ages are…
Pollinators and Their Plants
Thinking about creating a pollinator garden this spring? Join us as we discuss native plants that attract pollinators like butterflies and bees and different methods of planting to make your pollinator garden more diverse and welcoming to a multitude of different species. Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for…
The Story of The Lorax
Join us at the Van Scott Nature Reserve with our Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow as she does a reading of Dr. Suess's The Lorax, which will then be followed by a crafting project! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $10 for the first adult and child, and $5…
*WAIT LIST ONLY* The Lenape Nation at the Van Scott Nature Reserve
Please note, we have reached capacity for this event and registration is closed. Please Please email rachel@delawarehighlands.org to be added to the wait list. The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania is coming to the Van Scott Nature Reserve to share with you their history, pre-colonial customs, relationship with William Penn, the era of Penn's sons and…
The Story of Rachel Carson
Join our Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow in learning about the life of biologist and author Rachel Carson and her role in eagle conservation as her book Silent Spring brought awareness to the detrimental effects of DDT and its impacts on the bald eagle population. Each attendee will receive a copy of Silent Spring…
Biology of the Eagle Presentation
Get ready for winter Eagle Watch season! 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…
Eagles and Their Habitat Presentation
Our region is home to one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the northeast. Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at the Van Scott Nature Reserve for "Eagles and Their Habitat," presented by Don Hamilton, National Park Service biologist and Natural Resources Chief, and Paul Gamer, Eagle Watch volunteer and bus tour guide.…
Remembering Ed Wesely: Memorial Bench Dedication and Reception
Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy directors and staff for a memorial bench dedication and reception in memory of our dear friend and founding member Ed Wesely on Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 10am-1pm at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA. Ed’s partner and Conservancy Founder Barbara Yeaman, her daughter Suzanne, and son…
Chainsaw Safety Training at the Reserve
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…