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DCSWA - Legislative Meeting (Board Voting)
2026-08-19 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-17 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | DCSWA, 601 E. Baltimore Ave, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Legislative Meetings (Board Voting)

3 pm (see calendar for exceptions)
3rd Wednesday of every month (check calendar to confirm in case of cancellations)
610 E Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
Participants may also access these LEGISLATIVE meetings virtually.
BE CAREFUL TO SELECT THE CORRECT MEETING DATE AND SESSION FROM THE ZOOM REGISTRATION PAGE. THIS LINK IS FOR LEGISLASTIVE SESSIONS. FOR GENERAL SESSIONS, USE THE LINK ABOVE.

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Delaware County Green Team Meeting
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting
The SC DelCo Green Team is committed to educating people about and increasing the use of clean energy, zero waste solutions, & sustainable policies in all DelCo municipalities. Our activities include:

Advocating and lobbying for environmental legislation.
Participating in marches, rallies, and demonstrations.
Engaging with DelCo residents individually and in groups during community events, to inform and support them in making environmentally friendly choices.
Sponsoring outings in natural areas and other locations of environmental interest.
Supporting local governments in making sustainable improvements, including establishing municipal Environmental Advisory Councils (EACs).
Supporting marginalized communities in their efforts against polluting industries being sited there.
Collaborating with other environmental organizations on larger scale actions.

Please lend your creativity & input. Join any of our future meetings or ongoing activities to help make our communities cleaner, healthier, and more resilient to the impacts of climate change.

DCSWA Board of Directors General Meeting
2026-08-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-08 15:00 - 16:00 | DCSWA, 601 E. Baltimore Ave, Media, PA, 19063, United States
General Meetings (Informational Meetings – no Board Voting)
NOTE: Attend in person or virtually

3 pm (see calendar for exceptions)
2nd Wednesday of every month (check calendar to confirm in case of cancellations)
610 E Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
Participants may also access these GENERAL meetings virtually.
BE CAREFUL TO SELECT THE CORRECT MEETING DATE AND SESSION FROM THE ZOOM REGISTRATION PAGE. THIS LINK IS FOR GENERAL SESSIONS. FOR LEGISLATIVE SESSIONS, USE THE LINK BELOW.

Delaware River Basin Commission Public Hearing 3Q26
2026-08-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting
Public hearing and business meeting dates and locations are subject to change. Please check the DRBC web site periodically to confirm a scheduled date and/or meeting location.

Hearings and business meetings are open to the public.
Location information will be available as it is finalized.

Chester Justice Celebration
2026-07-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Access Community Center, 701 Booth Street, Chester, PA, 19013, United States
Learn about Solar Energy, Zero Waste, Gardening and more with food, music, games and fun activities for kids and adults!

Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited Bird Walk
2026-07-25 08:00 - 09:30 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology.
Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet by the Log Cabin.
Remaining 2026 Bird Walks:

July 25 (8am)
August 29 (8am)
September 26 (8am)
October 31 (8am)
November 28 (9am)
December 19 – Christmas Bird Count (9am)

Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet by the Log Cabin.

Bird Walk with Mary Ellen Krober
2026-06-28 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, 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!
2026-06-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, 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 native plants to improve native plant diversity and/or food sources for wildlife.

Tips, Techniques and Thoughts for Better Birding with John Lemonick
2026-06-27 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States

Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited Bird Walk
2026-06-27 08:00 - 09:30 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology.
Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet by the Log Cabin.
Remaining 2026 Bird Walks:

June 27 (8am)
July 25 (8am)
August 29 (8am)
September 26 (8am)
October 31 (8am)
November 28 (9am)
December 19 – Christmas Bird Count (9am)

Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet by the Log Cabin.

Birds, Butterflies, and Dragonflies Walk with Cliff and Nancy Hence (meet at Rt. 420 parking lot)
2026-06-20 09:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, 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 the Rt. 420 parking lot.

American Eagle Day Photowalk with Ned Levi
2026-06-20 08:00 - 12:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Wildlife Photowalks are designed to photograph all kinds of wildlife including birds, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, insects, wildflowers, etc., while we learn how to do it well and avoid wildlife photography pitfalls. We discuss technique, gear, and essential knowledge about photography and wildlife. A desire to make great wildlife images, and a good camera and lens are all that’s needed, though a lens with an effective focal length of at least 200mm to 300mm is very helpful.
Photowalks will be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. No registration required.

2026 Delaware River Sojourn: June 20-26
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-26
The 31st Annual Delaware River Sojourn will take place June 20-26, 2026. Join this guided paddling and camping adventure on “Our Nation’s River” – all ages and experience levels welcome! Stretches and camping locations will be announced soon, with registration opening in April. Please stay tuned to your inbox and https://delawareriversojourn.com for updates as they become available
This website has photos and a video you may want to check out!

Try Archery for adults and kids aged 8+
2026-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Stop by our FREE Pop-up Archery Range! Take your first shot at archery and learn a quick overview of the skills required to hit a bullseye. With safety as our priority, our USA Archery certified instructors will help you with the basics of archery. Adults and kids age 8 and up are welcomed. No registration or equipment required!

Event date and time
Jun 18, 2026 5:00 pm – Jun 18, 2026 7:00 pm (EDT)

Friends of Heinz Refuge Summer Solstice Celebration
2026-06-18 16:00 - 20:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Celebrate the summer solstice with the Friends of Heinz Refuge for an evening of family fun, featuring music, crafts, food and more! Free archery will be from 5 pm to 7 pm.

Fish250 Free Fishing Night - all equipment provided!
2026-06-18 04:30 - 19:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Can we catch 250 fish before July 4th, the 250th birthday of America? We will be tracking in this series of free fishing events at the refuge and at partner sites around the city! All supplies and instructions provided.

Event date and time
Jun 18, 2026 4:30 pm – Jun 18, 2026 7:00 pm (EDT)

A VIRTUAL CONVERSATION ABOUT DATA CENTERS
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Meeting
Pennsylvania has almost 60 proposed data centers across the state–with more being proposed every week!
According to a recent Climate Power poll, Americans don’t want data centers powered by fossil fuels — they want clean energy solutions that protect communities by lowering pollution and keeping energy costs down.
Despite the Pennsylvania House of Representatives advancing strong data center legislation requiring companies to bring new clean energy, there are still no enforceable statewide clean energy standards or regulations in place. Meanwhile, more data center proposals are being tied to new, dirty gas plants that threaten our communities’ air quality and drive-up energy costs for Pennsylvanians.
Our experts will explore the energy challenges posed by data centers in Pennsylvania—including rising electricity costs, increased pollution from fossil fuel plants, and growing strain on the electrical grid.
We’ll also explore policy and industry solutions that harness clean energy to meet rising energy demand.
RSVP HERE!

Tips, Techniques and Thoughts for Better Birding with John Lemonick
2026-06-14 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, 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.
All Ages

Fish Printing (Register with yessenia_mendez@fws.gov)
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Get crafty with Gyotaku! Make a beautiful fish print to take home! All supplies provided. Please register with yessenia_mendez@fws.gov

Event date and time
Jun 13, 2026 10:00 am – Jun 13, 2026 12:00 pm (EDT)

Race for the Watershed (5K) and Duck Derby
2026-06-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Race for the Watershed Returns for 2026!
The Race for the Watershed Duck Derby and 5K is now live! Purchase ducks for your chance at cash prizes and sign up for the 5K trail run!
Help support healthy waterways in our community! Held in partnership with Concord Township, this event is a fundraiser to help raise money for watershed protection projects at Newlin Grist Mill. The day starts with 5K trail run, with a free beer for all runners over 21! Stick around for the rubber duck races in the Chester creek, a car show, kids games and activities, music, food, and exhibitors!
Register for the 5K trail run here
New this year is a car show, live music, and more kid friendly activities.
Check Newlin Mill’s website event page for a full schedule of activities.

1st Annual NMS Day - Litter Clean-Up!
2026-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Trainer Municipal Building, 300 Township Line Rd, Trainer, PA, 19061, United States
Join us to beautify Township Line Road and remove accumulated roadside litter from flowing into Marcus Hook Creek!
Help NMS Watershed Alliance and Delco’s Office of Sustainability protect our local watersheds from pollution! Est. in 2023, the Alliance focuses on protecting, restoring, and conserving the Naamans, Marcus Hook, and Stoney Creek watersheds in Delco
Litter clean up led by NMS and Office of Sustainability staff (all necessary supplies will be provided).

Registration link: https://x.gldn.io/e/sA9s14rY82b

Household Hazardous Waste
2026-06-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Upper Chichester Municipal Bldg, 8500 Furey Road, Upper Chichester, PA, 19061, United States
Delaware County Solid Waste Department HHW Collection Event
All events are by appointment only from 8:00 am to 2 pm.
Note: Registration is required and will open 6 weeks prior to each event.
Online registration link for the next event will appear here when registration opens.
Only HHW materials will be accepted. Vehicles not by appointment and unacceptable materials will be turned away; this includes no trash, no electronics, and no latex paint.
Details and Registration

Bird Walk with Chuck Root and Emily Dodge
2026-06-13 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, 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.

Event date and time
Jun 13, 2026 8:00 am – Jun 13, 2026 11:00 am (EDT)

Delaware River Basin Commission Business Meeting 2Q26
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Meeting
The June 11, 2026, Business Meeting will include the following:
Link to the Agenda for this meeting: http://www.nj.gov/drbc/meetings/upcoming/.
After all scheduled business has been completed and as time allows, the Business Meeting may be followed by up to one hour of Open Public Comment. This is an opportunity to address the Commission on any topic concerning the management of the Basin’s water resources outside the context of a duly noticed, on-the-record public hearing.
To Attend the Business Meeting +/- Provide Open Public Comment:

Click here to register for the Business Meeting Zoom Webinar (opens in new window). At this link, you are able to register to attend the business meeting and register to provide open public comment, if desired.
Watch the Business Meeting livestream on YouTube (opens in new window)
