Contra Dance
September 5 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Come out for a lively evening of contra dancing in Crow’s Nest’s rustic, restored barn. Natural Lands is partnering with Birdsboro Contra Dance for a fun night of dancing and socializing.
Join us for an informal walk on the preserve at 5:00 PM, and bring a dish for a potluck dinner to be held at 6:00 PM before the dance begins.
Contra dancing draws from square, round, Scottish, English country, Appalachian, and European dances of the 1800s, but modern folks from all heritages participate in the swirling fun.
A caller with teach the dances and guide us through them. Live music will inspire our movement together.
Whether you’re a seasoned stepper or hearing “do-si-do” for the first time, all dancers are welcome. No special skills are necessary, and no partner is needed. If you can walk, you can dance! Be willing to learn, smile, and ask questions. Our experienced dancers are happy to help out newcomers.
Interested in attending? Learn more here.
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about the property
Crow’s Nest’s forests are filled with oak, hickory, tuliptree, black gum, beech, and maple trees. The preserve’s meadows feature native grasses and wildflowers, while the tradition of Chester County farming continues in areas dedicated to agriculture.
Crow’s Nest is part of Hopewell Big Woods, a vast, unbroken forest about 114 square miles—almost the size of the City of Philadelphia. Just next door, you’ll find French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, making Crow’s Nest part of one of the largest areas of protected land in the region.
parking
Crow’s Nest Preserve has one gravel parking lot with 20 spaces.
visitor hours
Daily, dawn to dusk.
more preserve informationbefore you go
- No special skills necessary and no partner needed.
- Event is held in the barn. Park in main parking lot and follow the path to the barn.
- Beginners are welcome to arrive at 7:00 PM for instructions; the dancing fun starts at 7:30 PM.
- Wear soft-soled shoes and comfortable clothing.
- Dancers are welcome to arrive early for a picnic or a hike.
- Please leave your four-legged friends at home.
