• Tips, Techniques and Thoughts for Better Birding with John Lemonick

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. There are restrooms near the trailhead. No registration required.

  • Stewardship Saturdays – volunteers needed!

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Stewardship Saturdays are open events that welcomes all visitors to take part in a hands on experience of creating better habitats for wildlife on the Refuge. Folks will meet at the Visitor's Center where they will meet and then work with experienced "Weed Warriors" who will teach them about removing invasive plants and or planting […]

  • Bird Walk with Debbie Beer

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. There are restrooms near the trailhead. No registration required.

  • Nature at Night: Wild Neighbors ($)

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, United States

    Meet some of the wildlife that shares our landscape. Discover some of Pennsylvania’s native animals. Learn how these animals survive, the important roles they play in local ecosystems, and the challenges they face today. Explore key threats like habitat loss, pollution, and human-wildlife conflict—and see how conservation efforts are making a real difference. Meet live […]

  • Sustainable Facilities & Geoexchange Plant Tour

    Swarthmore College 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

    Register today! Swarthmore College's Dining and Community Commons is a unique collection of spaces that brings together sustainability, community, and campus infrastructure. It includes our newly constructed dining center, featuring an all-electric kitchen, mass timber framing, and a variety of sustainability initiatives, including 430 kW of rooftop solar PV. It also encompasses our renovated former […]

  • Hey Neighbor Potluck Dinner!

    Media Fellowship House 302 South Jackson Street, Media, PA, United States

    Join us on Sunday, August 16 from 4-6 PM for a potluck meal with a twist. Meet your neighbors and help weave some community connections. Here's how it will work: We'll gather between 4 and 6PM, no official start or end. Come when you can and stay as long as you'd like! Register

  • You Passed a Data Center Moratorium. Now What?

    Zoom

    Hundreds of communities across the US have passed or are considering data center moratoriums. But once that pause is in place, what happens next? This workshop explores the policy tools and organizing strategies to build lasting protections, so moratoriums build momentum rather than cementing the status quo. We will feature case studies from local organizers, […]

  • Be Part of the Planning – Join DVRPC’s Annual Work Program Workshop!

    Zoom

    Meeting will be held in person at DVRPC’s office and online via Zoom Register to Attend The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) and its Public Participation Task Force (PPTF) are hosting a public meeting for community members across the region to learn how DVRPC develops its annual Work Program and to share ideas for […]

  • Too Hot to Learn Rally

    Philadelphia City Hall 1400 JFK Blvd North Side, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    As students head back to school, Philadelphia-area families are confronting a new reality: climate change is making summers hotter and longer, with dangerous heat lasting well into the school year. […]

  • Stewardship Saturdays – volunteers needed!

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Stewardship Saturdays are open events that welcomes all visitors to take part in a hands on experience of creating better habitats for wildlife on the Refuge. Folks will meet at […]

  • Intermediate Nature Photography at the Pavilion with Jeff Linder

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For those looking to take the next step in outdoor photography, this session will cover areas such as maximizing auto focus capabilities, exposure, and composition as well as time for […]

  • Birds, Butterflies, and Dragonflies Walk with Cliff and Nancy Hence (meet at Rt. 420 parking lot)

    John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take an educational walk with our knowledgeable volunteers Cliff and Nancy Hence! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes - each week guarantee different species! Along the way, they will also be looking out for the many species butterflies and dragonflies of the refuge. This event meets at […]