Tree & Shrub Planting at Natural Lands’ Hildacy Preserve
Description Love nature and want to lend a helping hand? Join fellow volunteers in restoring native habitat by planting trees and shrubs at Hildacy Preserve in Media, PA. Eligibility Ages: […]
Delco Loves Nature Week: Crum Creek Clean-up
SIGN UP! Description Delco Volunteers will be removing invasives; replacing, cleaning up, and mulching tree rings; as well as removing trash and debris from the Crum Woods Eligibility Ages: 12+ […]
Delco Loves Nature Week: Pine Needle Mulching
Description Volunteers will assist our horticulturists in spreading pine needle mulch on the berm at Kim and Tritton dorms. Dress for the weather/wear closed-toed shoes. Purpose Learn about best gardening […]
Wildlife Walk with PA Game Commission
Learn about the mammals and other wildlife of the refuge with this walk with PA Game Commission. Free and no registration needed.
Editorial: Natural Lands President Oliver Bass explains need for referendum
On November 3rd, Delaware County voters will have an unprecedented opportunity to protect our water, wildlife, and open space. As a longtime resident of Delco and the president of Natural Lands—a nonprofit conservation organization active and headquartered in the county—I urge everyone to vote YES on this ballot initiative.
Beech Leaf Disease: Could Your Landscape Be at Risk?
Beech Leaf Disease is spreading in our area, and early awareness can make a meaningful difference. Beech trees are an important part of our local landscape, and their decline can […]
Good Gardening Saturday: All About Mushrooms ($10)
Join the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners and the Philadelphia Mycology Club for an engaging introduction to the fascinating world of fungi. A mycologist will explore mushroom morphology, ecology, and […]
Stewardship Saturday – volunteers needed!
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 […]
Woodland Trail Crew Days – volunteers needed!
For a week in September, John Heinz NWR staff and volunteers will work together to accomplish trail clearing along the Woodland Loop trail. You’ll have the opportunity to get outside, […]
Information Walk about the Proposed Trail Project for the Eastwick Community
Join the Community Engagement Team on a walk through the Warbler Woods Trail and learn about the proposed trail in the Eastwick community! Event date and time Sep 16, 2026 […]