Outdoors Online: The Art of Birds in Flight
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This is a virtual event.
From the dawn of art to the here and now, birds have captured the imagination of artists. The mystery and magic of birds on the wing, gathered in groups, or on their own, have inspired new ways of seeing and appreciating the natural world.
Join our artful conversation to explore all the colors of the rainbow evident in vibrant displays and acrobatic flights of fancy. We will contemplate an array of avian antics that populate paintings by artists as different as Audubon, Elizabeth Gould, and Uttech. Stories abound filled with symbolism, a sense of hope and freedom, and concern about change. Our participatory discussion includes historical to contemporary images, a diversity of artists, and enlightening videos.
Lynn Berkowitz, MFA, BFA, with a career in art museums and online learning, has developed an array of award-winning gallery tours, experiences, and apps aimed at helping audiences of all ages and abilities engage with a diversity of art ‘isms and approaches.
Students will learn:

A diversity of artists whose paintings feature all manners of birds in flight.
Key works of art that exemplify the theme from a variety of art ‘isms and styles.
An introduction featuring historical to contemporary artists, both well-known and, to some, new discoveries.
Active looking strategies designed to increase engagement.
Art appreciation considerations that enhance cultural enjoyment.

Wellness Wednesday: Yoga at Crow’s Nest
2026-01-21 18:30 - 19:45 | Crow’s Nest Preserve, 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania, 19520
Join our partners Soul Bloom for an evening of supreme relaxation in the restored bank barn at Crow’s Nest Preserve.
Enjoy an all-levels, ashtanga yoga class to harmonize your body, mind, and spirit.
Please bring a mat and anything else you’d like to support your practice.

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Volunteer - Winter Gardening CANCELLED
2026-01-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. Please join us for another volunteer event at Stoneleigh.

Did you know more than 100,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers for seasonal garden projects.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Children age 12-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Sound Meditation
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Crow’s Nest Preserve, 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania, 19520
Join our partners Soul Bloom for an evening of supreme relaxation in the restored bank barn at Crow’s Nest Preserve.
Enjoy a full sound bath and yoga nidra meditation to harmonize your body, mind, and spirit.
Please bring pillows and blankets.
Learn more about Soul Bloom.

register now

Volunteer - Care for Nature - CANCELLED
2026-01-24 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-08 09:00 - 11:30 | Binky Lee Preserve, 1445 Pikeland Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, 19425
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
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! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction with their guardian.

Volunteer - Care for Nature - CANCELLED
2026-01-24 09:00 - 11:30 | Gwynedd Preserve, 640 Swedesford Road, North Wales, Pennsylvania, 19454

Volunteer - Give Back to Nature - CANCELLED
2026-01-25 09:00 - 11:30 | ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania, 19320
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
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! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction with their guardians.

Volunteer - Winter Gardening - CANCELLED
2026-01-29 09:30 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
Did you know more than 100,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers for seasonal garden projects.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Children age 12-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Winter Evening Wander - CANCELLED
2026-01-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary, 240 Sunnyside Road, Easton, Pennsylvania, 18042
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event!
Bundle up and join us for a peaceful winter evening walk at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary.
As daylight fades, we’ll slow down and explore the quiet beauty of the preserve in winter, noticing seasonal changes, animal signs, and the stillness that emerges at dusk.
This gentle wander invites reflection, sensory awareness, and connection with nature in one of the region’s most scenic preserves overlooking the Delaware River.

Trek-a-Thon
2026-02-02 08:00 | Pennsylvania
celebrate America’s 250 years with 250 miles.
Join 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.
From 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.
Whether 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.
Register for free below.

Volunteer - Nurture Nature - CANCELLED
2026-02-04 09:00 - 11:30 | Crow’s Nest Preserve, 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania, 19520
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. Projects vary, but good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors age 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction as their guardian.

Volunteer - Winter Gardening
2026-02-05 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
Did you know more than 100,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers for seasonal garden projects.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Children age 12-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteer - Love our trees, please
2026-02-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Peacedale Preserve, 160 Peacedale Road, Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, 19352
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in straightening tree tubes and cutting invasive vines to nurture young trees. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction as their guardian.

Winter Eagle Festival
2026-02-07 | Pennsylvania
Natural Lands is pleased to support the long-running Winter Eagle Festival in Cumberland County, NJ. This event is hosted by Cumberland County, NJ, in partnership with Natural Lands, CU Maurice River, and NJ Audubon.
The festival celebrates raptors including bald eagles, falcons, harriers, hawks, and owls. Experts lead timed bird walks and eagle-watching around Natural Lands’ expansive Glades Wildlife Refuge and other scenic spots. Come say hello to staff and volunteers at Natural Lands’ outreach table inside the Mauricetown Firehall, 9544 Noble Street, Mauricetown, NJ, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
*Preserve Manager Zac Bohm will be leading an Eagle Trail Walk at Glades Wildlife Refuge beginning at 9:00 am.
For more information, visit Explore Cumberland County and CU Maurice River’s page, or follow the Cumberland County Facebook page. Phone and email inquiries should be directed to (856) 453-2175 or  mattpi@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov.
Please note: the festival is $10 adults, $5 children.

Volunteer - Nurture Nature
2026-02-07 09:00 - 11:30 | Bryn Coed Preserve, Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, 19425
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. Projects vary, but good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please plan to participate. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Adult(s) and the Minor(s) for whom they are responsible, should register in the same transaction.

Volunteer - Nurture Nature - CANCELLED
2026-02-07 09:00 - 11:30 | Stroud Preserve, 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19382

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.

Volunteer - Give Back to Nature - CANCELLED
2026-02-08 09:00 - 11:30 | ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania, 19320
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future volunteer day.
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! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction with their guardians.

Volunteer - Winter Gardening - CANCELLED
2026-02-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is cancelled due to snowy conditions. Please join us for a future event!
Did you know more than 100,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers for seasonal garden projects.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Children age 12-14 must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

DEADLINE: Through the Wild Lens – Photo Contest at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-02-13 | Pennsylvania
Don’t miss the chance to submit to our inaugural Through the Wild Lens – Photo Contest at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary! Friday, February 13 is the final day.
Connect with the wonders of nature—and share the magic you see through your lens.
Natural Lands invites photographers of all skill levels to participate in the inaugural “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.
What we’re seeking:
Submit a single, original photo that reflects your unique connection to Mariton. Categories may include (but aren’t limited to):

Landscape photography
Wildlife in action
Macro and detail photography
Environmental storytelling

Let your lens tell the story of Mariton’s wild, subtle, and serene spirit.
Showcase & Celebration:
Selected photographs will be featured in a unique ‘Art Along the Trails’ outdoor exhibit at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary. One overall winning photo will receive special recognition and be framed for display at the Nature Center, for a limited time.
We’ll celebrate with an Open House Showcase on March 18, 2026, where photographers, community members, and nature lovers are invited to enjoy the exhibit and connect with others inspired by the sanctuary.
Deadline to Submit: Friday, February 13, 2026
Questions? Contact Tianna Godsey at Natural Lands. Scroll down for a link to submit and more guidelines/details.
We can’t wait to see what you discover through your wild lens.
Submit your photo and be part of this unique celebration of Mariton’s natural beauty.

Explore – Bird Count on the Preserve - FULL
2026-02-14 08:30 - 11:00 | Stroud Preserve, 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19382
This event is full. Please join us for a future event.
Join people from all over the world and head outdoors to count birds. The annual Great Backyard Bird Count depends on everyone—from beginners to experts—to tally up the birds they spot. Scientists use the data to track the health of bird populations, which can be indicators of overall ecological health. Natural Lands’ volunteer-lead bird surveyor, Mike Niven, will lead a morning walk around Stroud with eyes to the skies.
Connect and explore with Natural Lands. This is our ‘onsite’ program for the Great Backyard Bird Count; learn more about the Great Backyard Bird Count with our ‘online’ program recorded in February 2024.
Note: please use the private entrance, 449 Lucky Hill Rd.

Volunteer - Care for Nature - CANCELLED
2026-02-14 09:00 - 11:30 | Gwynedd Preserve, 640 Swedesford Road, North Wales, Pennsylvania, 19454
This event has been cancelled. Please join a future event.
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! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event. If you sign-up, please show up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and registered in the same transaction with their guardian.

Explore – Bird Count on the Preserve
2026-02-15 08:30 - 11:00 | ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania, 19320
Join people from all over the world and head outdoors to count birds. The annual Great Backyard Bird Count depends on everyone—from beginners to experts—to tally up the birds they spot. Scientists use the data to track the health of bird populations, which can be indicators of overall ecological health. Natural Lands’ volunteer-lead bird surveyor, Mike Niven, will lead a morning walk around ChesLen with eyes to the skies.
Connect and explore with Natural Lands. This is our ‘onsite’ program for the Great Backyard Bird Count; learn more about the Great Backyard Bird Count with our ‘online’ program recorded in February 2024.

Volunteer - Nurture Nature - CANCELLED
2026-02-15 09:00 - 11:30 | Bryn Coed Preserve, Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, 19425
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. Projects vary, but good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you.
Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with enthusiastic, like-minded people.
The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please plan to participate. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend. All are welcome, ages 12 and up. Minors under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Adult(s) and the Minor(s) for whom they are responsible, should register in the same transaction.

Seed Cleaning CANCELLED
2026-02-17 09:30 - 11:30 | Stoneleigh: a natural garden, 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania, 19085
This event is cancelled. Please join us for a future event.
Join Stoneleigh staff for a morning of seed cleaning. Under staff guidance, learn how to clean and label various wild-collected, native seeds and prepare them for sowing and growing for the garden. No experience required. This event will be held indoors; meet at the Carriage House. Bring light/thin gloves and wear clothes that can get dirty.
Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let us know so another volunteer can attend.

Outdoors Online: Sssensational Snakes of PA
2026-02-18 18:30 - 19:30 | https://wp.natlands.org/event/online-snakes-2026-0218/
Join our partner, Julie Travaglini with Allegheny Land Trust, for a fascinating virtual journey into the world of Pennsylvania’s native snakes. From the common garter snake to the elusive timber rattlesnake, learn how to identify local species, understand their behaviors, and appreciate their role in maintaining ecological balance.
Whether you’re a curious nature lover or a cautious hiker, this webinar will shed light on the snakes you might encounter—and why they deserve respect, not fear. Great for all ages.
Grab a refreshment, get cozy, charge your laptop (or smartphone), and join the program via Zoom.
About our instructor:
Julie is the Senior Director of Education and Curriculum for Allegheny Land Trust’s. 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.
