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Tree Care Program in Chester, Ridley & Crum Creek Watersheds
2026-07-10 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Traditionally CRC has wrapped up the spring tree care season in May and started up again in September. This year we are launching a robust tree care program that will run throughout the summer months! While it’s not the best time to plant new trees, it is a great time to care for trees we have already planted.

Work will include re-mulching, removing old cages/stakes and placing new ones if needed, and clearing out weeds and invasives.

Some sites need only 3-5 volunteers, some need 10-15 people, while other sites can take unlimited help!

If you can help, please respond and let me know the dates when you can volunteer. Once we reach capacity for each site, I will ask additional willing helpers to sign up for other sites in need.

I will email details to all registered volunteers, including exact address and parking instructions, the week of each event.

Friday 7/10 in Media from 9am-12pm
Friday 7/17 in Media from 9am-12pm

Saturday, 7/25 in Springfield from 9am-12pm

Friday 7/31 in Glen Mills from 9am-12pm
Friday 8/7 in Newtown Square from 9am-12pm

CRC thanks you and the trees thank you!

Lynn Meza
Director of Volunteerism
CRC (Chester Ridley Crum) Watersheds Association
www.crcwatersheds.org

Bat Night Walk with the Bio Team
2026-07-10 20:00 - 21:30 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Free and kid-friendly!

Event date and time
Jul 10, 2026 8:00 pm – Jul 10, 2026 9:30 pm (EDT)

Tips, Techniques and Thoughts for Better Birding with John Lemonick
2026-07-11 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
Jul 11, 2026 8:00 am – Jul 11, 2026 11:00 am (EDT)

Ridley Tree Maintenance Day - Volunteer Opportunity
2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Fredrick L. Mann Memorial Park, 1701 MacDade Boulevard, Folsom, PA, 19033, United States
Join us (DCVA) for a tree maintenance day at Fredrick L. Mann Memorial Park in Ridley Twp. on Saturday, July 11th from 9-11am!
Volunteers will be pulling grass and weeds from mulch beds, watering saplings, and helping with general maintenance to support the growth of newly planted trees. No experience needed—just bring your energy and willingness to help!
Register here!

Stewardship Saturdays - volunteers needed!
2026-07-11 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-25 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.

Nature Tots - for ages 3 - 5 (register with hannah_thompkins@fws.gov)
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Children ages 3-5 and an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge ranger! Participants will enjoy story-times, crafts, hikes, and more! Registration is required.
Please pre-register by sending an email to hannah_thompkins@fws.gov with how many tots and adults are expected to attend. Like all refuge activities, this event is FREE!

Event date and time
Jul 11, 2026 10:00 am – Jul 11, 2026 11:00 am (EDT)

Bird Walk with Debbie Beer
2026-07-12 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
Jul 12, 2026 8:00 am – Jul 12, 2026 11:00 am (EDT)

Eddystone Environmental Education Day
2026-07-12 12:00 - 16:00 | John Hughes Memorial Hall, 1112 East 7th St., Eddystone, PA, 19022, United States
Join us for a fun day filled with education, games, food and entertainment for all ages. Learn about how a local healthy environment leads to a healthy you! All are welcome to this FREE event.

Protesting Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Export Facility in Eddystone
2026-07-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Eddystone Borough Hall, 1300 Twelve Street, Eddystone, PA, 19022, United States
We will be meeting up at 6:30pm on Monday, July 13, outside the Eddystone Borough Hall at 1300 Twelfth St, Eddystone, PA 19022, before the Borough Council meeting which starts at 7:00pm.
Join us to be seen by the Borough and the public!

Tree Care Program in Chester, Ridley & Crum Creek Watersheds
2026-07-15 09:00 - 12:00 | PA
Traditionally CRC has wrapped up the spring tree care season in May and started up again in September. This year we are launching a robust tree care program that will run throughout the summer months! While it’s not the best time to plant new trees, it is a great time to care for trees we have already planted.

Work will include re-mulching, removing old cages/stakes and placing new ones if needed, and clearing out weeds and invasives.

Some sites need only 3-5 volunteers, some need 10-15 people, while other sites can take unlimited help!

If you can help, please respond and let me know the dates when you can volunteer. Once we reach capacity for each site, I will ask additional willing helpers to sign up for other sites in need.

I will email details to all registered volunteers, including exact address and parking instructions, the week of each event.

We have had a good response to our call for volunteers for our summer tree care events. Thank you!

However, we still need volunteers for a few dates…
Can you help on any of these dates?
– Wednesday, 7/15 in Upland from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 7/22 in Media from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 7/29 in Media from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 8/5 in West Chester from 9am-12pm

CRC thanks you and the trees thank you!

Lynn Meza
Director of Volunteerism
CRC (Chester Ridley Crum) Watersheds Association
www.crcwatersheds.org

DCSWA - Legislative Meeting (Board Voting)
2026-07-15 15:00 - 16:00 | 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.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Bird Walk with Chuck Root and Emily Dodge
2026-07-18 08:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Summer Photowalk with Ned Levi @ Rt. 420 parking lot
2026-07-18 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. This photowalk will start from Rt. 420 parking lot.

Bird Walk with Mary Ellen Krober
2026-07-19 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States

Delaware County Green Team Meeting-SPECIAL AGENDA
2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting
SPECIAL MEETING
OUR REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA WILL BE REPLACED BY THIS SPECIAL EVENT:
Delaware Riverkeepers Network Webinar recording: “The Secret Plan for a Massive Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) Export Facility”
(Nondisclosure agreements, right-to-know petitions, behind-the-scenes meetings between LNG company representatives and local political leaders, and a massive LNG export facility which, if built, would risk lives and health in multiple Delaware County communities.)
Discussion to Follow.
Link to register for the meeting:

Delaware County Green Team Meeting
act.sierraclub.org

After registering, you will be sent an email with the meeting agenda and Zoom link to join.

Bat Night Walk with the Bio Team
2026-07-21 19:30 - 21:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Free and kid-friendly!

Tree Care Program in Chester, Ridley & Crum Creek Watersheds
2026-07-22 09:00 - 12:00 | PA
Traditionally CRC has wrapped up the spring tree care season in May and started up again in September. This year we are launching a robust tree care program that will run throughout the summer months! While it’s not the best time to plant new trees, it is a great time to care for trees we have already planted.

Work will include re-mulching, removing old cages/stakes and placing new ones if needed, and clearing out weeds and invasives.

Some sites need only 3-5 volunteers, some need 10-15 people, while other sites can take unlimited help!

If you can help, please respond and let me know the dates when you can volunteer. Once we reach capacity for each site, I will ask additional willing helpers to sign up for other sites in need.

I will email details to all registered volunteers, including exact address and parking instructions, the week of each event.

– Wednesday, 7/22 in Media from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 7/29 in Media from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 8/5 in West Chester from 9am-12pm

CRC thanks you and the trees thank you!

Lynn Meza
Director of Volunteerism
CRC (Chester Ridley Crum) Watersheds Association
www.crcwatersheds.org

DVRPC Board Meeting
2026-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | DVRPC, 190 N. Independence Mall West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Agenda and Online Commenting Available for July 23, 2026, DVRPC Board Actions
The next DVRPC Board meeting is on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 10:00 am. It is being held in person at DVRPC’s office with an online option via remote webinar. The public can register to attend in person or online.
The public can comment on DVRPC Board action items using an online commenting application. The meeting agenda can be viewed online.
Information related to Board action items is posted approximately 10 days before a scheduled Board meeting. The online commenting feature will be live until 12 noon the day before the Board meeting. The public may also submit comments:

by U.S. Mail (c/o Operations, Communications, and Engagement, DVRPC, 190 N. Independence Mall West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106);
by phone (Director of Operations, Communications, and Engagement at 215-238-2929);
or via email at public_affairs@dvrpc.org.

All comments must be received by 12 noon on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to be included in the comments packet. Members of the public may also attend and comment at the Board meeting. For more information, please contact the Division of Operations, Communications, and Engagement at 215-592-1800 or public_affairs@dvrpc.org. DVRPC staff will follow up on any questions or comments, and all comments submitted during this time period will be forwarded to DVRPC Board members.

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.

Tips, Techniques and Thoughts for Better Birding with John Lemonick
2026-07-25 08:00 - 11:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States

Tree Care Program in Chester, Ridley & Crum Creek Watersheds
2026-07-25 09:00 - 12:00 | PA
Traditionally CRC has wrapped up the spring tree care season in May and started up again in September. This year we are launching a robust tree care program that will run throughout the summer months! While it’s not the best time to plant new trees, it is a great time to care for trees we have already planted.

Work will include re-mulching, removing old cages/stakes and placing new ones if needed, and clearing out weeds and invasives.

Some sites need only 3-5 volunteers, some need 10-15 people, while other sites can take unlimited help!

If you can help, please respond and let me know the dates when you can volunteer. Once we reach capacity for each site, I will ask additional willing helpers to sign up for other sites in need.

I will email details to all registered volunteers, including exact address and parking instructions, the week of each event.

Saturday, 7/25 in Springfield from 9am-12pm

Friday 7/31 in Glen Mills from 9am-12pm
Friday 8/7 in Newtown Square from 9am-12pm

CRC thanks you and the trees thank you!

Lynn Meza
Director of Volunteerism
CRC (Chester Ridley Crum) Watersheds Association
www.crcwatersheds.org

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!

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, health & wellness, gardening, and more with food, music, games and fun activities for kids & adults! Join us for this free event.

"Follow the Sound" Nature Walk with Bowerbird
2026-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 | John Heinz National Wildlike Refuge at Tinicum, 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19153-2501, United States
Join us for an immersive sound experience in this collaboration with Bowerbird! The program begins at the pavilion with a short acoustic music performance inspired by nature then we will follow the sounds on the trail with a guided active listening walk! No registration needed.

Volunteer Open House
2026-07-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Meeting
Curious about volunteering with the Sierra Club? Join us for a Volunteer Open House! Learn about volunteer opportunities and find the project, team, or task that’s right for you. Discuss your interests and skills with volunteer coordinators in an informal, conversational space.
REGISTER HERE!
Volunteer Open Houses will be held monthly on a rotating schedule to accommodate all calendars. If you’re not available at the date and time of this meeting, stay tuned for the announcement of future sessions.
Prefer to meet one-on-one with a volunteer coordinator?
Email Melissa Farr to sign up for an individual meeting: melissa.farr@sierraclub.org
We are currently only able to onboard new volunteers at Open Houses who are age 18 or older. If you are under the age of 18, we ask that you fill out the Volunteer Interest Form and then we’ll be in touch with the opportunities available to younger folks.
Signup Instructions: Zoom link sent following registration.
Additional Directions: We strive to make programming accessible for everyone! Automated closed captioning will be available. If you require other accommodations, please let us know on your registration form and an organizer will be in touch.

Tree Care Program in Chester, Ridley & Crum Creek Watersheds (Copy)
2026-07-29 09:00 - 12:00 | PA
Traditionally CRC has wrapped up the spring tree care season in May and started up again in September. This year we are launching a robust tree care program that will run throughout the summer months! While it’s not the best time to plant new trees, it is a great time to care for trees we have already planted.

Work will include re-mulching, removing old cages/stakes and placing new ones if needed, and clearing out weeds and invasives.

Some sites need only 3-5 volunteers, some need 10-15 people, while other sites can take unlimited help!

If you can help, please respond and let me know the dates when you can volunteer. Once we reach capacity for each site, I will ask additional willing helpers to sign up for other sites in need.

I will email details to all registered volunteers, including exact address and parking instructions, the week of each event.

– Wednesday, 7/29 in Media from 9am-12pm
– Wednesday, 8/5 in West Chester from 9am-12pm

CRC thanks you and the trees thank you!

Lynn Meza
Director of Volunteerism
CRC (Chester Ridley Crum) Watersheds Association
www.crcwatersheds.org

Bring Your Own New Clean Energy: Powering PA's Data Center Energy Demand
2026-07-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Meeting
As electricity demand rises across Pennsylvania—driven in part by the rapid growth of energy-hungry data centers—policymakers face an important choice: invest in clean energy or continue relying on costly, polluting fossil fuels.
Join PennFuture for the release of our latest white paper and hear from Senior Director for Energy and Climate Rob Altenburg about why renewable energy and battery storage are the most effective solutions for meeting growing energy demand. Learn how Pennsylvania can strengthen grid reliability, lower costs for everyday Pennsylvanians, and ensure that new energy demand from data centers is met with clean energy—not more fossil fuels.

Action Hour: Stop the theft of our public lands & waters
2026-07-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting
Our public lands belong to all of us. These are the forests you hiked as a kid. The river your family fishes every summer. The national monument you visited with friends on vacation. These irreplaceable landscapes and waters are under attack by corrupt politicians who want to sell them off to the highest bidder, one backroom deal at a time.
That’s why on Wednesday, July 29, we’re hosting a virtual hour of action with Sierra Club’s Executive Director Loren Blackford to protect our public lands together.
Join Us!
During our action hour together, we’ll:
Get the scoop: Hear from Sierra Club’s Executive Director Loren Blackford about what’s happening and how we can effectively fight back to protect our lands and waters.
Take action: Learn why we’re calling our members of Congress, how to call effectively, and watch a live preview so you know exactly what to say. Then, we’ll make our calls together.
Connect and grow: During our short breakout session, learn from other advocates from around the country, and discuss how we can strengthen our movement. Because the more of us who show up, the harder we are to ignore!

Fracking Fuels Data Centers – Protective Buffers Make Communities Safer
2026-07-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Meeting
Join the Protective Buffers PA coalition on Wednesday, July 29, at 7 p.m. for a discussion on how the proposed AI data center buildout in Pennsylvania could lead to more fracking in our communities.
Register here!
You’ll hear from experts about the risks that increased fracking poses to human health and the environment, and why increased protective buffer distances from new fracking wells are needed more than ever. Importantly, you’ll learn about how you can join the movement working to better protect our communities.
Protective Buffers PA is a coalition of advocates currently petitioning the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to increase the minimum allowed distances (or, “protective buffers”) between new fracking well pads and our homes, schools, businesses, and waterways. While the DEP considers the petition, we need your help to demonstrate that there is broad support for this protective change.
Register today for the July 29 webinar!
