LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse
Delaware County Environmental Clearinghouse
A joint program of Brandywine Conservancy’s Native Plant Series and Stewardship Series Grow beauty with purpose. Join Jennie Love, owner of Love ‘n Fresh Flowers as she reviews the tenants of regenerative growing practices for thoughtful land stewardship as well as the value of incorporating natives in the gardening landscape. Explore a curated list of […]
The work continues and CRCQL is gearing up for another productive and engaging year ahead. We remain focused on our mission to protect residents’ rights to clean air and a healthy environment. Below is some information about our upcoming meetings, 2025 recap and updates on our ongoing campaigns. There will continue to be an onslaught […]
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 […]
Some planting sites challenge even experienced landscapers with heat, drought, flooding, or poor soils, leaving these areas as eyesores or difficult-to-manage spaces. In this one-hour session, Bureau of Forestry Service Forester Steven Laskowski and Penn State Extension’s Scott Sjolander will explore both familiar and lesser-known woody plant solutions for Pennsylvania’s varied environmental contexts. Participants will […]
The Delaware River is the largest undammed river in the eastern United States and is tidally influenced. Generally, sea level rise is expected to push the salt front - the location where the river is no longer considered fresh water - farther upstream than typically seen today. Join Delaware River Basin Commission staff to hear […]
This virtual presentation aims to highlight the often-overlooked role of flies in our ecosystem, shedding light on their vital contributions to environmental balance, pollination, decomposition, and food webs. Andrea Kautz, an entomologist at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Powdermill Nature Reserve, will provide an overview of flies, their life cycle, and their ecological importance, […]
During this event, local sustainability coordinators and managers will share the work they’ve led so far, from energy efficiency and cost-saving initiatives to resilience planning and community programs, and explain how having a full-time staff person makes these efforts possible. The conversation will focus on what has worked, what challenges they’ve faced, and what lessons […]
The Delaware River Frack Ban and Climate Action Coalition is presenting its next webinar on Wednesday, January 28, at 7pm: “The Failed Economics of Fracking in Pennsylvania”. Register here The fracking industry and its supporters are revving up for a renewed fracked gas expansion campaign to fuel development they are promoting – data centers and […]
It’s a new year and it’s time for action. If you’ve ever felt the urge to do something but not sure what, this is the place for you. The Delaware Riverkeeper Network and Berks Nature have put together the first of several Community Action Workshops designed to teach you about how to effectively organize for […]
Celebrate Groundhog Day with us! Join our family-friendly walk at 10 am to learn about its history and nature. Enjoy crafts, music, and live animals from the Metro Wildlife Rehab […]
SUITABLE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Experience Tyler by moonlight. Step into the forest after dark to explore woodlands, streams, and open areas. Listen for nighttime sounds, watch shifting […]
A Certified Wildlife Biologist with a M.S. in Conservation Biology, Casey Bartkus is passionate about an animal that might take the cake when it comes to lesser loved critters: snakes! […]