Events

Newlin Grist Mill: Habitat Stewards

Newlin Grist Mill 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, United States

Help us make our park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor classroom care. 1pm to […]

Bird Walk with Cliff and Nancy Hence

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 and a water fountain near the trailhead. […]

Delco Solar Tour – The Last Stop

Virtual Meeting

The Delco Solar Tour offered the opportunity for community members to visit physical locations which have implemented solar through October 13 to learn about the process, cost and benefits while engaging with neighbors who made the switch. You still have time for the last stop! This last tour stop will be on zoom and includes […]

DEP In-person Feedback Opportunity on Energy Efficiency & Home Electrification Rebate Program

Lincoln University 3020 Market St, Room 435 (4th floor), Philadelphia, PA, United States

Pennsylvania Home Energy Rebates Information Session Registration DEP encourages you to attend one of our engagement sessions, learn more about the Home Energy Rebates, and provide input on how these programs can help you. Background Through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has been awarded $258 million by the U.S. Department of […]

Weekday Bird Walk at Tyler Arboretum

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

FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area. Bring your binoculars and be prepared to walk on all types of surfaces. Walks are rain […]

Upcoming Spotlight Topic: Meeting Home Energy Needs with the Weatherization Assistance Program (and More)

Virtual Meeting

The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) assists low-income families who lacked resources to invest in energy efficiency. This program improves the energy efficiency of low-income homes using the most advanced technologies and testing protocols available in the housing industry. The energy conservation resulting from the efforts of state and local agencies helps families in need while […]

It’s Scary Out Here! How Oil & Gas Waste Haunts PA

Virtual Meeting

From the Sierra Club PA Chapter 🧙🍬 Trick or Toxic? Don’t let your community be tricked into believing the fracking industry’s lies - the waste they leave behind is nasty. This Halloween, join us for the next installment of the Clean Energy for All Education & Action Series as we learn about what’s lurking in the state’s oil and […]

Electronic Recycling Event

Rose Tree Park 1671 N. Providence Rd, Media, PA, United States

DELAWARE COUNTY ELECTRONICS RECYCLING COLLECTION EVENT DETAILS:  The gold standard for socially and environmentally responsible electronics recycling and reuse ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED CLICK  or call 610-353-1555 x3 2024 FEE STRUCTURE NO COST: • computer towers • laptops • tablets • mice & keyboards • cell & home phones • routers & modems • VCRs, DVD players […]

Bird Walk with Chuck Root and Emily Dodge

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 and a water fountain near the trailhead. […]

DCVA Fall Clean-up! Come help!

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Please visit our Fall Clean Up webpage to see a complete list of cleanup sites and register to volunteer! Volunteer to be a Site Captain by filling out this Google Form. Questions? Email Kyle  Fall Clean Up Sites 63rd & Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA - Site Captain Rich Guffanti Naylors Run Park between Garrett Rd and Beverly Blvd - Upper Darby - […]

Saturday Wildflower Walk: Fall Edition

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

Wildflower Walk is available every Saturday.  Check https://tylerarboretum.org/calendar/ Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17  Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might see while we are out! In the […]

Zero Waste Working Group Meeting

Virtual Meeting

We learn and promote ways to reduce our impact on the environment we inhabit by reducing the waste we generate. Some examples are increasing food and yard waste composting, improving recycling, and reducing the amount of plastic we produce and use. Visit our web page to learn more about our goals and activities. Join us to make […]

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