Winter Wreath Workshops - SOLD OUT
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event.
Nothing brings warmth to a home in winter like a homemade wreath. Join Stoneleigh staff for a guided workshop to create your own festive wreath using fresh greens and other natural materials from Stoneleigh’s diverse plant collections.
We’ll provide the materials, detailed instructions, and guidance so that you can walk away with a gorgeous wreath fit for your front door. Please bring gloves, pruners, and a bit of creative energy. We recommend bringing a large box for transporting your new creation home.
This class will be held indoors at the Carriage House.
Can’t attend this one? Check out these other dates:

Friday, December 5, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – SOLD OUT
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday, December 6, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Peace Present: Mini Wellness Retreat - SOLD OUT
2025-12-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Hildacy Preserve, 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event.
As the holiday season approaches, how can you find ways to stress less, enjoy more, and replace feeling overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude?
Take some time for yourself to find steadiness and ease at our mini wellness retreat at Hildacy Preserve.
During the session, Christina Fittipoldi will lead a gentle yoga movement, accessible for all, and breathwork practice to support self-awareness.
If weather permits, there will be time for exploration and reflection of the preserve. We will explore the beauty of Hildacy with a moving meditation connecting us to nature to soothe our souls.
Finish your morning with a sound bath with singing bowls played on and off the body for deep relaxation, and grounding offered by certified vibrational sound practitioner Mindie Hung. The singing bowls grant the mind the opportunity to disconnect to turn inward.
About our instructors:
Christina Fittipoldi: Completed a 200-hour vinyasa yoga teacher training in May 2015 and began teaching a wide variety of asana movement at multiple studios. Eager to dive deeper, she completed the 300-hour teacher training at Main Line Yoga Shala in December 2019 entitled “Agni Moksha.” She enjoys guiding students mindfully through safe and responsible movement using body and breath awareness, allowing students to journey within.
Mindie Hung: In 2017, she became a certified vibrational sound therapy practitioner with the Vibrational Sound Association after her own healing journey began while experiencing the power of sound healing. Since then she has had many clients report feeling a deeper sense of connection to self, feeling more relaxed, better sleep and overall well-being. Some benefits of sound healing include improved mental focus, reduced stress and anxiety as well as improved mood.

Winter Wreath Workshops
2025-12-06 13:30 - 15:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Nothing brings warmth to a home in winter like a homemade wreath. Join Stoneleigh staff for a guided workshop to create your own festive wreath using fresh greens and other natural materials from Stoneleigh’s diverse plant collections.
We’ll provide the materials, detailed instructions, and guidance so that you can walk away with a gorgeous wreath fit for your front door. Please bring gloves, pruners, and a bit of creative energy. We recommend bringing a large box for transporting your new creation home.
This class will be held indoors at the Carriage House.
Can’t attend this one? Check out these other dates:

Friday, December 5, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – SOLD OUT
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday, December 6, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Home for the Holidays
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and The Bel Cantos, A Capella group from Agnes Irwin Upper School

Can’t make it at this date/time? Find the rest of the scheduled tours below:

Saturday, December 13, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday, December 13, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Sunday, December 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 14, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Home for the Holidays
2025-12-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and the The Crowtet – a French Horn Quartet.
The Crowtet
Founded in 2024 after destiny brought them together in the same ensemble, the Crowtet French Horn Quartet features four Hornists from Southeastern Pennsylvania whose passion and love for their instrument brought them together to share their musical message for all to hear and enjoy. While many may view the members of the Crowtet as mysterious and tricksters by nature, they fearlessly soar beak first into the fray and perform a wide array of chamber music. Works include the classics that were brought forth by wise and prominent composers, to popular and modern pieces that deliver that sense of nostalgia and delight. Join our murder for a night of fun that you won’t forget!

Can’t make it at this date/time? Find the rest of the scheduled tours below:

Saturday, December 13, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday, December 13, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Sunday, December 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 14, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Home for the Holidays - cancelled
2025-12-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Event has been cancelled due to weather. Please consider attending the afternoon event. Registerd guests please check your email.

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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and Bent Keys jazz fusion band, run by high schoolers with hopes of playing professionally, featuring Julian Fein on bass, Sam Voegele on drums, Ian Ailes on trumpet, and Michael McElhaney on saxophone.

Can’t make it at this date/time? Find the rest of the scheduled tours below:

Saturday, December 13, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday, December 13, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Sunday, December 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 14, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Home for the Holidays - cancelled
2025-12-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event has been cancelled due to weather. Registrants, please check your email for upcoming options.
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and the Valley Forge Chorus.
Valley Forge Chorus is a championship treble a cappella ensemble performing four-part barbershop harmony with style and energy for over 60 years. Based in Villanova, PA, they entertain audiences with a diverse repertoire including barbershop classics, show tunes, patriotic favorites, and pop music. As members of Sweet Adelines International, Valley Forge Chorus has a proud history of competing and earning numerous medals at both the regional and international levels. Valley Forge Chorus warmly welcomes new members and performance opportunities.

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Can’t make it at this date/time? Find the rest of the scheduled tours below:

Saturday, December 13, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday, December 13, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Sunday, December 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 14, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Sold Out - Home for the Holidays | Behind the Scenes Tour + Inspiration Explained
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us at a future event.
Get a first-hand look at the magic behind Stoneleigh’s beloved holiday open house. Each year, Stoneleigh: a natural garden is transformed for the season, with beautiful, natural decorations crafted from materials gathered on-site.
For one day only, Natural Lands members are invited to an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour to see how our dedicated team brings the holiday spirit to life in the historical Main House.

Home for the Holidays | Behind the Scenes Tour + Inspiration Explained
2025-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Get a first-hand look at the magic behind Stoneleigh’s beloved holiday open house. Each year, Stoneleigh: a natural garden is transformed for the season, with beautiful, natural decorations crafted from materials gathered on-site.
Natural Lands members are invited to an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour to see how our dedicated team brings the holiday spirit to life in the historical Main House.

Home for the Holidays: An Evening of Music and Cheer with Les Canards Chantants
2025-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
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 with beautiful decorations crafted from natural materials gathered from the garden. This special evening offers the opportunity to see the house and its festive decor at night, aglow with the warmth of holiday cheer. The highlight of the event will be an inspiring musical performance by the acclaimed vocal ensemble Les Canards Chantants. There will be light bites and seasonal beverages. Celebrate this season with good food, good music, and good friends in an enchanting setting.
This event is for guests 21 years of age and older.
About the performers: Les Canards Chantants is an American solo-voice ensemble performing renaissance polyphony. The ensemble has been praised for their ‘elegant vocalism’ (Philadelphia Inquirer), ‘finely tuned vocals, robust singing, emotional flexibility, and sense of adventure’ (Broad Street Review), ‘brilliant and moving programming’ (Early Music America), and ‘liveliness and theatricality’ (Boston Musical Intelligencer). Founded in England in 2011 to explore the dramatic possibilities of the Venetian madrigal, Les Canards Chantants is now based in Philadelphia, where they have served as Ensemble in Residence at Glencairn Museum, and present concerts of renaissance polyphony at home and abroad. They have toured in the UK, Germany, and China, collaborated with such ensembles as Piffaro, Acronym, the Folger Consort, and Parthenia Viol Consort, and recently made their debut at the Indianapolis Early Music Festival. Co-directors Robin and Graham Bier both earned degrees in environmental studies as well as music. They share a deep love of nature that has inevitably led the group off the beaten path, from performing underground, to filming on the North York Moors, to plumbing the depths of renaissance music’s love affair with birds, animals, and even insects.

Website: www.lescanardschantants.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LesCanardsChantants/
Instagram: @lescanardschantants
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lescanardschantants9770

Home for the Holidays - SOLD OUT
2025-12-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us Saturday, December 20, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and The Savoy Company.
Founded in 1901, The Savoy Company is America’s and the world’s oldest continuously performing theater company performing the works of Gilbert and Sullivan. Each show is fully staged and features a gorgeous, professionally designed set, beautiful hand-sewn costumes, and professional quality actors and singers backed by a professional orchestra. The Savoy Company’s unwavering commitment to preserving the authenticity and brilliance of these productions has cemented its reputation as the gold standard for Gilbert and Sullivan performances. The theatrical works of Gilbert and Sullivan remain extremely popular worldwide and are second only to the works of Shakespeare in the number of performances presented globally each year.

Home for the Holidays - New Date
2025-12-20 13:30 - 15:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist.
Can’t make it at this date/time? Find the rest of the scheduled tours below:

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday, December 21, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Home for the Holidays - SOLD OUT
2025-12-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us Saturday, December 20, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
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 “open house,” explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with nature-inspired decorations.
Stroll through the home, indulge in seasonal beverages and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists, and organists in a festive and cozy setting.
Today’s event will include musical selections on Stoneleigh’s mighty Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ featuring a local organist and the Haverford High School Choir.

Evening Embers, Winter Whispers: Wolf Moon Wander - FULL
2026-01-02 17:00 - 19:00 | ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania, 19320
Celebrate the stillness of winter and the glow of the Wolf Moon with a guided sunset stroll through the quiet beauty of ChesLen Preserve. As the last light of day fades and the full moon rises, we’ll meander the trails listening for winter’s whispers in the hush of the season.
Gather afterward around a warm fire at the pavilion to enjoy camaraderie, hot cocoa, and cookies. It’s a perfect moment to pause, reflect, and welcome the new year with warmth and wonder.
Dress warmly and prepare to experience nature in one of its quietest, most magical moods.
Optional: Bring a UV or blacklight flashlight to discover what might glow after dark—and don’t forget to log your findings on iNaturalist to support community science.

The Garden in Winter: A Creative Writing Workshop
2026-01-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Spend some time during the quiet of the new year exploring the garden in winter.
During this workshop, we’ll make quick forays from Stoneleigh’s heated Pool House into the gardens, noting the barebones beauty of trees in winter while scouting for birds, squirrels, foxes—and even their tracks if we have a bit of snow. Then we’ll return to the warmth of the Pool House to write, taking inspiration from the surrounding views, which include bog gardens flanked by arborvitae, white pine, and hemlock.
Join us to banish the cold and dark days of January with reading, writing, and Stoneleigh’s inspiration.
Please note: the inclement weather date for this event is Friday, January 16, 10:00 – 11:30 AM.
About the instructor: Catherine Staples teaches creative writing in the English and honors programs at Villanova University. Her latest book of poetry, VERT (Mercer University Press, 2024), is available at Main Point Books in Wayne.

Release & Renew: Mini Wellness Retreat - SOLD OUT
2026-02-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Hildacy Preserve, 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event.
Are you looking for an opportunity to declutter your over-stimulated mind and over-taxed body? Take some time for yourself at our mini wellness retreat at Hildacy Preserve. Come gather with others in a safe and nurturing environment to help release unnecessary stress and renew your spirits.
During the session, Christina Fittipoldi will lead us in a gentle yoga practice, accessible for all, and breathwork to support self-awareness.
If the weather permits, we will explore the beauty of Hildacy with a moving meditation connecting us to nature to soothe our souls.
We will finish our morning with a sound bath with singing bowls played on and off the body for deep relaxation and grounding offered by certified vibrational sound practitioner Mindie Hung.
About the instructors:
Christina Fittipoldi: Completed a 200-hour vinyasa yoga teacher training in May 2015 and began teaching a wide variety of asana movements at multiple studios. Eager to dive deeper, she completed the 300-hour teacher training at Main Line Yoga Shala in December 2019 entitled “Agni Moksha.” She enjoys guiding students mindfully through safe and responsible movement using body and breath awareness, allowing students to journey within.
Mindie Hung: In 2017, she became a certified vibrational sound therapy practitioner with the Vibrational Sound Association after her own healing journey began while experiencing the power of sound healing. Since then, she has had many clients report feeling a deeper sense of connection to self, feeling more relaxed, better sleep and overall well-being. Some benefits of sound healing include improved mental focus, reduced stress and anxiety, and improved mood.

Snowshoe Stroll
2026-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Green Hills Preserve, 553 Gunhart Road, Mohnton, Pennsylvania, 19540
Enjoy a relaxed winter walk through the snow-covered trails of Green Hills Preserve alongside our partners from Berks County Parks & Recreation.
This pop-up Snowshoe Stroll offers a chance to get outside, take in the scenery, and enjoy the quiet beauty of winter at an easy pace. Perfect for anyone looking to explore nature and try snowshoeing in a casual, welcoming setting.
Green Hills Preserve is located within the Schuylkill Highlands Conservation Landscape, a place-based partnership administered by Natural Lands and funded in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.

SOLD OUT Remember the Ladies: The Legacy of the Women of Stoneleigh
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through time highlighting the women who lived and worked at Stoneleigh. Dating as far back as the 1680s, historical records paint a vivid picture of the history of Stoneleigh through the years, from its origins as a home to the Lenape people, to its time as a Quaker settlement and active farm, and finally as an estate to three prominent Main Line families.
Erin Betley of the Lower Merion Historical Society will present the findings of years of research into the women who shaped the story of Stoneleigh over many decades, creating a legacy that can now be enjoyed by all as a public garden.
The evening will include a presentation, opportunities to view historic materials from the LMHS collection, and a Q&A with Erin. This event will take place in the Main House at Stoneleigh, and light refreshments will be served.
This program is presented in collaboration with the Lower Merion Historical Society.
Please note: the inclement weather date for this event is Thursday, February 19.

Members Edition: Mantis Meadow Scavenger Hunt - Cancelled
2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Hildacy Preserve, 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063
Event is cancelled. Please join us for the upcoming Mantis Meadow Scavenger Hunt at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday, March 7.

This event is reserved exclusively for Natural Lands members and their guests.
Not all mantises are welcome…
Many people are surprised to learn that the praying mantises they spot in their gardens might not be native—and that some invasive species can pose serious threats to local wildlife, even preying on hummingbirds.
To learn how to tell the difference between species and help protect the balance of our local ecosystems, join us for a fun, hands-on scavenger hunt in the meadow to search for and remove invasive mantis egg cases, which are distinct from those of native mantises.
All collected egg cases will be donated to our partners at Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, where they’ll help feed recovering baby birds this spring and summer—turning an invasive problem into a nurturing solution.
Help native wildlife and support bird rehab with your efforts.
Camaraderie and refreshments to follow.

Best-Laid Plans: A Murder Mystery - SOLD OUT
2026-02-21 16:30 - 19:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is sold out. Please join us at a future event.
Join us in the cozy magnificence of Stoneleigh’s Main House for an evening of mystery and intrigue featuring the Murder Mystery Co. of Philadelphia.
In this immersive, quintessential whodunit experience, you’ll be part of the thrills. Dress in your best evening wear, bribe suspects for clues, and gather information to uncover who is whacking all the invitees. But keep your guard up, because you never know who might be next.
Doors open at 4:30 PM for light bites, beer, and wine. This is also the perfect opportunity to begin gathering intel and mingling with the other guests. The performance begins at 5:30 PM.

Guided Winter Walk
2026-02-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Enjoy the unique beauty of Stoneleigh during the winter season. Now that the leaves have fallen, we can delight in the structure and delicate details that are revealed. Join Stoneleigh staff on a walk through the winter garden to discover the beautiful bark, brilliant berries, and stunning seeds that bring life to the chilly days of winter.

Hidden Language of Trees: Winter ID - SOLD OUT
2026-03-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Saunders Woods Preserve, 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, 19035
This event is sold out. Please join us at a future event.
Even without their leafy crowns, trees have stories to tell—through textured bark, delicate buds, and lingering berries. On this guided winter walk, Preserve Manager Luke Hamilton will teach you how to identify trees using the subtle clues they offer during the dormant season.
Enjoy a slow-paced, sensory-rich hike through the quiet beauty of Saunders Woods Preserve. Whether you’re a budding naturalist or just curious about the forest in winter, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for trees and the ecosystems they support.
Dress warmly, bring your curiosity, and come ready to look a little closer.

Natural Light Still Life Photography Workshop
2026-03-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Crow’s Nest Preserve, 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania, 19520
Still life is a genre of photography that can be done no matter the weather. It allows the photographer to have control over the light, the subject, and the story being told.
Join photographer Ginnie Lodge for an intimate, hands-on workshop exploring the art of still life photography using natural light. Working in the cozy, heated lower level of the Crow’s Nest barn—transformed into a studio for the day—you’ll learn how to arrange, light, and capture striking still life compositions using objects gathered from the preserve.
Ginnie will demonstrate her process using both a mirrorless camera and simple techniques, showing how to achieve rich, Old Masters-style images through focal point control, photo stacking, and thoughtful editing. While participants are encouraged to bring an SLR or mirrorless camera and tripod, the workshop is accessible to those using only a smartphone.
With limited space, each participant will receive individual guidance as they create their own still life photographs. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your creative approach, this inspiring three-hour session offers a unique chance to develop your skills and experiment with natural light photography.
Please note: The inclement weather date is Saturday, March 14.
About the instructor: Ginnie Lodge is a local multi-genre photographer who delights in experimenting and creating with her camera… out in nature, or on her kitchen counter. With a lifelong career as a teacher, she enjoys bringing out the best in others with whom she explores the craft of photography. You can see some of her work at www.ginnielodge.com.

Beauty of Buds Walk
2026-03-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Signs of spring are all around us, even in the winter. Flower and leaf buds are more than just ways for us to identify plants; they are delicate and beautiful wonders of the winter garden. Join Stoneleigh staff as we explore the vast and fascinating world of buds during this guided walk in the garden.

Early Spring Pruning Workshop
2026-03-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Are you puzzled by pruning? Confounded by coppicing? Perplexed by pollarding? Join Stoneleigh staff for a workshop in the garden to demystify early spring pruning.
With the expert guidance of a horticulturist, you’ll learn winter pruning basics for small trees and shrubs, as well as specialized pruning techniques used at Stoneleigh like pollarding and coppicing. Part lecture, part demonstration, this workshop will help you build confidence in your pruning skills and offer an opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion about pruning in your own garden.
This workshop will begin with an indoor lecture then move outdoors for pruning demonstrations by a Stoneleigh horticulturist. Dress for the weather and bring a notebook and writing utensil.

Spring Equinox Stroll & Connect - SOLD OUT
2026-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Saunders Woods Preserve, 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, 19035
This event is sold out. Please join us at a future event.
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Natural Lands’ NextGen Council.
Join us for a relaxed, nature-filled evening as we mark the equinox together outdoors. This gathering is open to everyone, with a special welcome to folks in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are looking to connect with nature and one another.
We’ll enjoy an easy, naturalist-led walk through the preserve, taking in the sights and signs of the new season. As the evening winds down and the sun begins to set, we’ll gather by the barn around a cozy campfire, where you can warm up with light refreshments and warm beverages.
Feel free to bring a favorite dish or beverage to share as we commune, connect, and enjoy each other’s company to close out the evening.

Create Your Own (Recycled) Nature Journal - FULL
2026-03-21 14:00 - 16:00 | French Creek State Park, 843 Park Road, Elverson, PA, 19520, United States
This event is full. Please join us for a future event.
Connect with the world through nature journaling. Join our partner, Rose Rowe, a naturalist at French Creek State Park, for a hands-on workshop where we’ll be getting crafty. As part of our Learning through Art series, this month’s session will focus on traditional bookbinding and the history of nature journaling. From cover to cover, we will make nature journals ready to be filled with your unique observations and revelations.
This workshop is part of an ongoing series where we will be partnering with a nature journaling ambassador to explore and discover this mindful practice. Wisdom begins in wonder, and we hope this series will inspire you to cultivate curiosity and creativity as you explore and connect with the parks and natural lands around us.
Meet at the French Creek State Park’s Playground Pavilion (follow the link: 843 Park Road, Elverson, PA 19520).
French Creek State Park is located within the Schuylkill Highlands Conservation Landscape, a place-based partnership administered by Natural Lands and funded in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.

Spring Awakening: Forest Bathing for Wellness
2026-03-29 13:00 - 15:30 | Hildacy Preserve, 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063
As winter loosens its quiet hold, the forest begins awakening. Step into this tender moment of early spring during this slow, sensory-rich walk through the woods. Instructor Stacey Vinci’s gentle, heart-centered approach aims to soothe the nervous system, rekindle the spirit, and restore balance in a time when many of us move too quickly to notice the beauty at our feet.
All walks are invitational and trauma-informed, offering space for whatever you bring and however you arrive. We’ll close our time together sharing a calming tea tasting and light snacks—an unhurried moment to savor the simple gifts of the season.
About the instructor: Stacey Vinci is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified forest therapy guide through the Association for Nature and Forest Therapy. Stacey has been in practice for 14 years supporting individuals, communities, and family systems in generational healing, growth, and change. Stacey facilitates embodied wellness through somatic, trauma-informed, and nature-based offerings.

SOLD OUT - Bluebells Beneath the Pink Moon Stroll
2026-04-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Stroud Preserve, 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19382
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event.
Join us for an enchanting evening walk at Stroud Preserve as spring comes alive beneath the full Pink Moon of April. Wander through woodland paths (which just might be starting to grow their carpet of blooming bluebells) and learn about these fleeting spring ephemerals while enjoying the soft glow of moonlight.
This peaceful stroll blends seasonal ecology with celestial wonder for a truly magical night outdoors.
