Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to designing, building, and stewarding native habitats! This is the introductory class for the series and is required for a majority of the other classes as well as for those wishing to complete a Habitat Advocate Certification. […]
There's a whole world under the logs rotting in our woods - explore it with us!There is a whole universe that lives beneath logs! Insects, spiders, millipedes salamanders and snakes form an intricate ecosystem that is based on decomposition. Join us at the Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve as we explore life under logs […]
Be a part of the solution and give back to nature!Join us as we work on invasive plant removal as part of a comprehensive eco-restoration program for the Rambler Trust. We will be using hand tools to remove invasive shrubs and weeds. This work directly contributes to restoring native ecology and protecting regional biodiversity. This […]
Join us to witness the magic of spring at Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve!Welsh Mountain is a fascinating forest ecosystem that contains plants not found elsewhere in the region. Join us to explore this magical place in spring when (hopefully) the mountain laurel and azaleas are in bloom, along with a few species of orchid.What to […]
Learn how to observe nature through the lens of a habitat steward, and learn how to ID invasive species.Come ready to explore the challenging questions that arise when working with invasive species:What introduced plant species require human action to help restore the land for optimal ecological function?What methods does a habitat steward use to remove […]
Be a part of the solution and give back to nature!Join us as we work on invasive plant removal as part of a comprehensive eco-restoration program for the High Family Nature Preserve. We will be using hand tools to remove invasive shrubs and weeds. This work directly contributes to restoring native ecology and protecting regional […]
Kick the mulch habit! Learn how to integrate native groundcovers (“green" or "living" mulch) into your garden.Do you find yourself in a seasonal habit of spreading wood mulch in your garden beds to suppress weeds? In this interactive workshop, learn how to nurture a new land ethic of cultivating a layered landscape by integrating native […]
Come learn from the wisdom of plant life!Plant Speak is an invitation to practice sitting with, listening to, and communicating with plant life. Whether a dandelion or a mighty oak, the flora we love have much wisdom to share with us. We will ground into the ancestral wisdom of Blanzeschweze, a PA Dutch word for […]
Learn to identify lepidoptera (moths and butterflies) and the plants that host them!Did you know that when you view a diverse open meadow, you’re unknowingly watching thousands of complex relationships play out on a tiny scale? Our pollinators are a crucial cog in our ecosystem, though much of their life cycle goes unseen by the […]
Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!With increasing storm intensity, are you discovering more water on your property than you can manage? In this course, you’ll learn how to calculate the rain runoff volume of impervious surfaces (roof, driveway, etc.) and how to transform your stormwater chaos into a […]
Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to designing, building, and stewarding native habitats! This is the introductory class for the series and is required for a majority of the other classes as well as for those wishing to complete a Habitat Advocate Certification. […]
Kick the mulch habit! Learn how to integrate native groundcovers (“green" or "living" mulch) into your garden.Do you find yourself in a seasonal habit of spreading wood mulch in your garden beds to suppress weeds? In this interactive workshop, learn how to nurture a new land ethic of cultivating a layered landscape by integrating native […]