BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Natural Lands - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wp.natlands.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Natural Lands REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822 DTSTAMP:20260706T152246Z CREATED:20260706T152246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T152246Z UID:10001572-1787270400-1787356799@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Through the Wild Lens – Photo Contest at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:Connect with the wonders of nature—and share the magic you see through your lens. \nNatural Lands invites photographers of all skill levels to participate in the second annual “Through the Wild Lens” photo contest\, celebrating the beauty\, biodiversity\, and serenity of Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary in Easton\, PA. Whether it’s a fleeting moment of wildlife\, a quiet landscape\, or a close-up marvel of the forest\, we want to see what makes Mariton special to you. \nWhat we’re seeking: \nSubmit a single\, original photo that reflects your unique connection to Mariton. Themes may include (but aren’t limited to): \n\nLandscape photography\nWildlife in action\nMacro and detail photography\nEnvironmental storytelling\n\nLet your lens tell the story of Mariton’s wild\, subtle\, and serene spirit. \nShowcase & Celebration: \nSelected photographs will be featured in a special gallery exhibit along the trails of Mariton\, online\, and across our social media platforms. The overall winning photo will receive special recognition and will be framed and displayed at the Nature Center for a limited time. \nWe’ll celebrate with an Open House Showcase in early summer 2027 (date/time TBD)\, where photographers\, community members\, and nature lovers are invited to enjoy the exhibit and connect with others inspired by the sanctuary. \nDeadline to Submit: Saturday\, February 13\, 2027 (midnight) \nQuestions? Contact Tianna Godsey at Natural Lands. Scroll down for a link to submit and more guidelines/details. \nWe can’t wait to see what you discover through your wild lens. \nSubmit your photo and be part of this unique celebration of Mariton’s natural beauty below; we look forward to seeing what you share. \n \n submit your work for consideration URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/photocontest-august-02/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:arts & entertainment,general ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/hummingbirdmothwithmonarda_Mariton_DavidBrandes-full-e1776369074683.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T113000 DTSTAMP:20260727T183729Z CREATED:20260617T191442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T183729Z UID:10001558-1787306400-1787311800@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Creek Critter Crawl DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive family outing at Saunders Woods Preserve. Dive into the fascinating world of creek creatures as you explore the stream teeming with tiny critters. Discover how these little animals live\, survive\, and what their presence reveals about the health of our waterways.  \nThis hands-on experience is designed especially for curious kids age 5 and up\, alongside their grown-ups. Get ready to uncover the secrets beneath the water’s surface and enjoy a day of discovery in nature.   \nThis event is made possible with generous support from    \nThe Kulicke Fund.  URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/creek-crawl-saunders-2026-0821/ LOCATION:Saunders Woods Preserve\, 1020 Waverly Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035 CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,family and kid friendly,general ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Pickerel-Frog-John-McNamara-scaled-e1743712006679.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T114500 DTSTAMP:20260512T144657Z CREATED:20260512T144657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T144657Z UID:10001520-1787310000-1787312700@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Accessible Golf Cart Tour DESCRIPTION:Designed for guests with limited mobility who otherwise might not be able to join a longer tour\, these monthly Home & Garden tours on a golf cart will be an intimate 45-minute excursion led by a knowledgeable member of Stoneleigh’s staff. The tour includes dazzling displays of native plants\, stately trees\, and historical landscapes by the Olmsted Brothers that have been thoughtfully reimagined into a beautiful and biodiverse haven for people and wildlife—all from the comfort of a golf cart.   \nCart tours have a limited capacity of five people. All guests joining the cart tour must have a ticket.   URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/golfcart-tour-stoneleigh-2026-0821/ LOCATION:Stoneleigh: a natural garden\, 1829 County Line Road\, Villanova\, Pennsylvania\, 19085 CATEGORIES:garden tours,general ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/StoneleighJuneMAxelrod_2_Medium-e1741273109874.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T220000 DTSTAMP:20260713T173031Z CREATED:20260713T173031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T173031Z UID:10001592-1787342400-1787349600@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:After Dark: UV/Blacklight Night Hike DESCRIPTION:Come explore the forest in a whole new light—literally—and experience one of nature’s most enchanting summer spectacles.   \nArmed with ultraviolet flashlights\, we’ll explore the hidden world of nighttime nature trails and uncover the fluorescent secrets of the forest—revealing glowing plants\, lichens\, fungi\, and insects. \nKeep your senses tuned for nocturnal wildlife. From rustling leaves to glowing beetles\, the forest becomes a dynamic nighttime ecosystem full of sound\, movement\, and light.    \nThis immersive experience blends science\, discovery\, and a bit of nighttime magic\, offering a whole new way to see a familiar landscape.  URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/night-hike-mariton-2026-0821/ LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042 CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,general,member perks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/morsam010005-scaled-e1741274336603.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR