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SUMMARY:Outdoors Online: Curious Caterpillars
DESCRIPTION:Why would the early bird rather have a caterpillar than a worm? Learn the incredible biology and facts of caterpillars and how to identify the caterpillars of common Pennsylvania butterflies and moths. \nLed by education partner Julie Travaglini\, this webinar will entertain and enlighten with stories\, science\, and savvy tips to make your next nature exploration safer and more interesting. \nWhether you’re a backyard explorer\, gardener\, hiker\, or curious learner\, this engaging session brings the often-hidden side of the outdoors to life. \nGrab a refreshment\, get cozy\, and log in from wherever you are. \nAbout our instructor:   \nJulie is the senior director of education and curriculum for Allegheny Land Trust. In her role\, she creates hands-on STEM and place-based lessons for children and adults alike as well as providing state-accredited professional development for educators. 
URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/outdoors-online-caterpillars-0716/
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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/
CATEGORIES:general,health and wellness,virtual events
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SUMMARY:Outdoors Online: Butterflies 101
DESCRIPTION:Butterflies are born from a chrysalis—essentially metamorphosed from a pile of caterpillar “goo.” Learn this and other fun facts about butterflies in this webinar\, bringing the outdoors online. \nLed by education partner Julie Travaglini\, this webinar will entertain and enlighten with stories\, science\, and savvy tips to make your next nature exploration safer and more interesting. \nWhether you’re a backyard explorer\, gardener\, hiker\, or curious learner\, this engaging session will leave you ready to explore the summertime’s fluttering friends and important pollinators. \nGrab a refreshment\, get cozy\, and log in from wherever you are. \nAbout our instructor:   \nJulie is the senior director of education and curriculum for Allegheny Land Trust. In her role\, she creates hands-on STEM and place-based lessons for children and adults alike as well as providing state-accredited professional development for educators. 
URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/butterflies-online-2026-0813/
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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-sept/
CATEGORIES:general,health and wellness,virtual events
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SUMMARY:Writers’ Circle: Inkcaps\, Moss\, & Manuscripts
DESCRIPTION:Schedule your time to create among community. Join this brand-new autumnal series as we travel throughout Natural Lands’ preserves and take inspiration from the surrounding landscape and other writers.   \nGather and bring your current projects (be they manuscripts of novels\, poetry\, or beyond)\, for a set hour of uninterrupted writing time. Afterward\, we will gather in a closing circle\, when you are welcome to share excerpts of your work\, or use this time to bounce ideas off others.   \nEvent breakdown:  \n\n5:30 – 5:45 PM – arrival time\, settle in and claim your space \n5:45 – 6:00 PM – greetings and share what you’re working on (set intentions) \n6:00 – 7:00 PM – quiet writing time \n7:00 – 7:30 PM – closing circle; free share and notes for next meeting \n\nThese events will be hosted on the first Wednesday of the month\, from September through December\, at various locations. In case of inclement weather\, we may transition to a virtual meeting and online option. Pre-registration is recommended for any day-of details.   \nDecember’s meeting will be hosted virtually as our End-of-Year Gathering and offer more of an open share and reading opportunity for anyone who has participated throughout the year or wants to share their writing more widely.  \n\nWednesday\, September 2\, 5:30-7:30 PM\, Stroud Preserve (West Chester) \nWednesday\, October 7\, 5:30-7:30 PM\, Gwynedd Preserve (North Wales) \nWednesday\, November 4\, 5:30-7:30 PM\, Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary (Easton) \nWednesday\, December 2\, 6:00 – 8:00 PM\, Virtual End-of-Year Gathering 
URL:https://wp.natlands.org/event/writers-circle-virtual-2026-1202/
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