Stardust: It’s literal. It’s metaphorical. And when it touches us, it’s magical!
Vast meadows. Expansive views. Wooded hills. Abundant wildlife. Let Bryn Coed Preserve awe and inspire you as we gather for Stardust—Natural Lands’ annual summer celebration—to help raise awareness of and support for our mission.
The secret to Stardust’s magic? Being outdoors on a beautiful summer evening—wrapped in a stunning conserved landscape as far as the eye can see—for cocktails, a roving supper, and much merriment under the stars.
But the night-of experience is only part of the magic. Natural Lands’ regional mission to provide land for life and nature for all is vital. And your sponsorship or ticket purchase will advance our highest priorities for saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to the outdoors and each other.
So, join us for the fun of it all. But know that your support has an impact, and together we will make a difference. Today. And forever.
In 2017, Natural Lands protected a 1,505-acre mosaic of forest and farmland known as Bryn Coed—which means “wooded hill” in Welsh. In doing so, we saved one of the largest remaining unprotected swaths of land in the greater Philadelphia region from becoming a housing development.
parking
Bryn Coed Preserve has three parking lots, all of which are paved. The event organizer will let you know where to park for your specific event.
visitor hours
Friday – Wednesday, dawn to dusk. Closed Thursdays.
more preserve informationLooking for a way to share your personal or professional commitment to conservation? Stardust event sponsorship is an opportunity for individuals, businesses, and civic and philanthropic leaders to support Natural Lands’ regional priorities for saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to the outdoors. Join our constellation of conservation supporters today!
Email Lisa, our director of donor relations, at lertl at natlands dot org, call her at 610-353-5587 x 232, or sponsor now.
Are current sponsors are listed below.
Registration required to reserve your spot. Please complete and submit the secure, on-line registration form below, or email Brenda Engstrand, senior administrative support, at bengstrand at natlands dot org or call her at 610-353-5587 x 243.
Thank you to our current sponsors!
summer moon
Susan Mucciarone and David Moore
Shreiner Tree Care
rings of saturn
Jeffrey A. Miller Catering
brightly shining jupiter
John B. Ward & Co.
Peter Zimmerman Architects
TIFF Investment Management
Wawa, Inc.
starry night
1919 Investment Counsel
Exude
Ann and Steven Hutton
James A. Cochrane, Inc.
Jordahl Engineering & Mechanical, LLC
Kreischer Miller
Riley Riper Hollin & Colagreco
The Safegard Group, A Division of Patriot Growth Insurance Services
SITE Engineering Concepts, LLC
Jim and Nancy Ward
Lee and Bill Warden
stardust catcher
Phoebe and Rush Fisher
Alice and Peter Hausmann
Harriet and Larry Stone
in-kind support
wine provided by Moore Brothers Wine Company Delaware
event sound and lighting by Synergetic
stargazing with ChesMont Astronomical Society
as of April 25, 2025
event committee
event co-chairs
Laura and Bob Berry | Paulina Jerez and Simon Fraser | Susan Mucciarone and David Moore
president
Oliver Bass
event committee
Franny and Franny Abbott
Beth and Scott Albright
Barbara B. and Theodore R. Aronson
Maggie Brokaw
Lloyd and Thacher Brown
Ryan Butcher
Bob and Shelley Casciato
Rayenne A. Chen
Eleanor L. Davis
Jarrodd Davis
Ginger and Richard Dietrich
Angela and Jason Duckworth
Eduardo Dueñas
Ann and Brad Dyer
Jake Faber
Matt Feidler
Phoebe and Rush Fisher
Suzanne and George Graham
Regina A. Hairston
Alicia and Luke Hamilton
Gail Harrity and Sandy Tilney
Alice and Peter Hausmann
Meagan and Riley Hennessy
Ann and Steven Hutton
Kathy and Jeff Idler
Julie Kleaver
Elissa V. Klinger
Ann Loftus and Eileen Talone
Christy and George Martin
Hunter McCorkel
Amy McKenna
Leah and Jason Morganroth
Wadia Mulla and Stephan Pahides
Monika M. Panger
Jane G. Pepper
Paul B. Redman and Dean O. Berlon
David and Laurie Robinson
Missy Schaffer and Ben Barnett
Ellen K. Scott
Meg and Steve Shreinet
Julia and R.G. Solmssen
Suzanne and Bob Stetson
Latiaynna Tabb
Jennifer Trumbore
Mary Jane Goodman and Drew VandenBrul
Heshan Wanigasekera
Jim and Nancy Ward
Lee and Bill Warden
Bill Webb
Eliza and Peter Zimmerman
as of April 24, 2025
Event Terms and Conditions
Cancellation
Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or low registration. In that case, we will make every effort to update our website and contact registrants. Note that we cannot offer refunds of paid registrations or ticket purchases, but rest assured that your donation will help us in our work to save open space, care for nature, and connect people to the outdoors.
Communication
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Photography Policy
Attendance at Natural Lands programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for use in print and electronic media. Images will not be identified using full names without written approval from the individual. Please notify Natural Lands staff if you would prefer that your photo not be used.
Participant Waiver
By registering for this event, I, as the participant, and/or parent or legal guardian of a minor participant, do hereby understand and acknowledge that by participating, in this, or any, Natural Lands’ event or activity, I am agreeing to indemnify and hold harmless Natural Lands, their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, members, volunteers, employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (each considered one of the “RELEASEES” herein).
I further acknowledge, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of the Program and related Activities and my and/or the Minor’s experience and capabilities, and believe that I and/or the minor are qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions of participation.
I fully understand that: (a) the Program and related Activities involve risks and dangers of damage to personal property and serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, and death (“risks”); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my and/or the Minor’s own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or the negligence of the “releasees” as aforementioned; (c) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I and/or the minor incur as a result of my participation or that of the Minor in the Activity.
I hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue Natural Lands or any of their “releasees” from all liability, claims, demands, losses, injuries, damage to property, or other damages on my and/or the minor’s account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the “releasees” or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations; and I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement I, the Minor, or anyone on the Minor’s behalf makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may incur as the result of such claim.
I have read this Agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by registering for this event, and have done so freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.
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