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    More than ever, “forever” depends on what we do today. Together we can make a difference.

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      • caring for our garden
      • stewardship planning
    • connect people to the outdoors
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Volunteer – Care for Nature

Gwynedd Preserve

Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in nurturing nature. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! […]

December 13 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

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Home for the Holidays

Stoneleigh: a natural garden

The gardens at Stoneleigh steal the show from spring to fall, but in wintertime, the warmth of the Main House beckons. During this exclusive holiday […]

December 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Home for the Holidays: An Evening of Music and Cheer with Les Canards Chantants

Stoneleigh: a natural garden

We are pleased to present Home for the Holidays: An Evening of Music and Cheer. We’ve transformed the spectacular Tudor Revival-style house at Stoneleigh: a natural garden […]

December 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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  • Fri 14
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    Featured November 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Stuart Bogie & Buck McDaniel Concert

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Enjoy an afternoon of stunning music featuring the organ and clarinet. 

  • Sat 15
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    November 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Mindfulness in Motion

    Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA

    Explore Tai Chi while walking the preserve, bringing together body and mind.

  • Wed 19
    twigs, oak leaves, and evergreen garland as holiday decor
    November 19 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Natural Materials Ornament Workshop

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Make your own natural ornaments with materials from the garden.

  • Sat 22
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    November 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Dig-In Day | Member Tree Planting – waitlisted

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Roll up your sleeves and help us plant 600 native trees.

  • December

  • Thu 4
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    December 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Cold Moon, Crackling Fire – rescheduled

    Stroud Preserve 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania

    Step into the stillness of winter and experience the magic of the Cold Moon.

  • Fri 5
    An evergreen wreath with a white bow hangs on a window.
    December 5 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Winter Wreath Workshops – SOLD OUT

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Add winter cheer to your door with a homemade wreath.

  • Fri 5
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    December 5 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Sold Out – Winter Barn Concert & Potluck: Edie Carey
    Heartsongs & Harvest

    Crow's Nest Preserve 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania

    An intimate barn concert and potluck featuring acclaimed singer-songwriter Edie Carey.

  • Sat 6
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    December 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Winter Wreath Workshops – SOLD OUT

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Add winter cheer to your door with a homemade wreath.

  • Sat 6
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    December 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Peace Present: Mini Wellness Retreat – SOLD OUT

    Hildacy Preserve 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania

    Find your peaceful presence in this mini wellness retreat. 

  • Sat 6
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    December 6 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Winter Wreath Workshops

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Add winter cheer to your door with a homemade wreath.

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    find yourself outside

    Are you up to the challenge? Explore all 20 of our featured preserves and Stoneleigh: a natural garden, and collect all the code words to receive a Natural Lands “Find Yourself Outside” t-shirt.

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    music. without walls.

    Rock, roots, and rhythm. No matter what the style, music is better with nature as the backdrop.

    So get your groove on this year with Natural Lands at these amazing events!

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    pints on the preserve

    East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds on select Saturdays. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view.

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    Natural Lands

    1031 Palmers Mill Road | Media, PA 19063 | 610-353-5587

    1031 Palmers Mill Road
    Media, PA 19063
    610-353-5587
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