LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse
Delaware County Environmental Clearinghouse
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, […]
After 12+ years in pest management, Kevin Wiener realized that most "bugs" are not pests and are very beneficial to the environment, so he became an ambassador of arthropods and an educator to highlight insects and their ecological roles. This presentation, filled with incredible macro-photos, will help us learn to appreciate and maybe even love […]
Samara Trusso, Wildlife Management Supervisor with the PA Game Commission, will share her love of coyotes, a resilient and adaptable canine that thrives in rural landscapes and, increasingly, urban environments. Learn more about their biology, behavior, and unique challenges as they coexist with humans. This is a "Pay What You Wish" presentation with donations benefiting […]
Learn some common frog calls of the spring on this evening walk with a ranger! We recommend boots as trails might be muddy. Red light flashlights are also recommended. No registration needed.
Learn some common frog calls of the spring on this evening walk with a ranger! We recommend boots as trails might be muddy. Red light flashlights are also recommended. No registration needed. All Ages Free
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 […]
Beautifully shot 60 minute documentary revels the vital and often overlooked role caterpillars play in our ecosystem. Film presentation, pot luck dinner, and question and answer session about Caterpillars.