BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Natural Lands - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Natural Lands 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:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802 DTSTAMP:20260615T201432Z CREATED:20260521T202634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T201432Z UID:10001530-1785542400-1785628799@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Art & Connect: Deadline for Submissions DESCRIPTION:What inspires you in nature\, and how do you connect with and express this inspiration?  \nNatural Lands’ NextGen Council invites artists (18+) of all backgrounds and mediums to submit their work for Art & Connect\, a juried exhibition to be held this November with our partners at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education in Philadelphia. We are seeking creative expressions inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey—with a special interest in pieces that reflect your connection to Natural Lands’ preserved properties\, or the Schuylkill Center.  \nFrom painting to poetry\, sculpture to spoken word\, all forms of original artwork are welcome. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned creator\, we want to see how nature moves you.  \nInterested in the exhibit and want to stay in the loop? Sign up to receive event alerts and more.   \nDeadline to Submit: Friday\, August 1\, 2026   \nThis event is hosted by Natural Lands’ NextGen Council\, a group of passionate advocates in their 20s–40s working to help Natural Lands reach younger and more diverse communities. The exhibit is a celebration of creativity\, conservation\, and the power of connection.   \nQuestions? Contact Tianna Godsey at Natural Lands. Scroll down for a link to submit and more guidelines/details. \nLet nature inspire your art—and share it with the world.   \nInterested in seeing the art show? Save the date and stay tuned to join us at the Opening Reception at Schuylkill Center on Friday\, November 13\, 6:00 – 8:00 PM. \nFind more details at the link below; we look forward to seeing what you share. \n \n submit your work for consideration URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/artconnect-deadline-2026/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:arts & entertainment,general ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Red-Oak-Leaves-photocredit-JackRamsdale-Diane-Ehrich-e1757438894359.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802 DTSTAMP:20260701T181612Z CREATED:20260701T173202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T181612Z UID:10001564-1785542400-1785628799@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Trek-a-Thon DESCRIPTION:celebrate America’s 250 years with 250 miles. \nJoin Natural Lands in 2026 to celebrate the USA’s 250th birthday by walking\, trekking\, or hiking 250 miles at any of Natural Lands’ nature preserves or at our public garden Wildflower-filled meadows\, shady forests\, boulder-strewn stream valleys\, wetlands teeming with life\, vibrant native plant gardens\, and coastal marshland habitat… our 23\,000+ acres span 2 states and 13 counties – plenty of space to log your miles. \nFrom January 1 through December 31\, 2026\, we’re inviting you to walk\, stroll\, hike\, or run 250 miles at our properties to commemorate our country’s 250 years. \nWhether you’re hitting the trails alone\, with friends\, or your four-legged\, furry friend\, (remember to leash) every step counts. Natural Lands is committed to creating opportunities for joy\, discovery\, belonging\, and connection in the outdoors for everyone. \nRegister for free below. URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/trekathon-2026-august/ LOCATION:Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:general,health and wellness,virtual events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TrekAThon2026-EventHeader.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260721T124730Z CREATED:20260512T151633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T124730Z UID:10001522-1785580200-1785585600@wp.natlands.org SUMMARY:Big Trees of Stoneleigh - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event. \nFrom whispering hemlocks to weeping katsura\, Stoneleigh boasts a trove of treasured trees. In fact\, Stoneleigh is home to eight trees that are among the 10 largest of their respective species in the state\, including two state champions. Join Stoneleigh staff on a guided walk to learn about the history and horticulture of the garden’s big trees. URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/big-trees-stoneleigh-2026-0801/ LOCATION:Stoneleigh: a natural garden\, 1829 County Line Road\, Villanova\, Pennsylvania\, 19085 CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,garden tours,general,member perks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wp.natlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DSC0556-full-e1776367377504.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR