Full Moon Hike
Monday, May 12, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Enjoy the wonder of hiking under a full moon!
Happy Hiker: Hiking Poles- Love ’em or Leave ’em?
Thursday, May 15, 6:30pm-8:30pm
A happy hiker is a prepared hiker! Join us for the first event in our 2025 Happy Hiker series!
Bilingual Family Hike/Caminata Familiar Bilingüe (English/Spanish)
Saturday, May 17, 9:00am-12:00pm
Engage in a color scavenger hunt with children! Participe en una búsqueda del tesoro de colores con los niños.
Lloyd Clark Universal Access Trail Exploration
Saturday, May 17, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Join us as we explore Lancaster Conservancy’s newest universal access trail!
Spring on the Mountain
Sunday, May 18, 9:00am-12:00pm
Enjoy the awakening of spring at Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve.
Nature Journaling: Mountain Shrubs
Sunday, May 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us as we connect creatively with nature!
Volunteer Workday: Clark Nature Preserve
Sunday, May 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us as we give back to nature!
Habitat Advocate: Building Biodiversity in Our Community
Thursday, May 22, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!
Morning Meandering: Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve
Friday, May 23, 8:00am-11:00am
Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!
Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve Phenology Walk
Saturday, May 24, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we survey Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve!
For Nature, Forever – A Spring Celebration
Thursday, May 29, 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy dinner and drinks in a restored 19th century bank barn on the Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve as we celebrate protecting the natural landscape of the Susquehanna Riverlands. Join us in raising a glass for the lands we love.
Morning Meandering: Kellys Run Nature Preserve
Friday, May 30, 8:00am-12:00pm
Join us as we take a guided morning stroll through the forest!
Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management
Saturday, May 31, 9:00am-12:00pm
Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!
The Magical World of Mushrooms
Sunday, June 1, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us as we explore these fascinating fungi!
Lancaster Water Week
Friday, June 6 – Saturday, June 14
Join us for over 60 events as we paddle, explore, volunteer, and take action for the streams and rivers of Lancaster County!
Habitat Advocate: Green Mulch- Using Native Plants as Groundcovers
Saturday, June 7, 9:00am-12:00pm
Kick the mulch habit! Learn how to integrate native groundcovers (“green” or “living” mulch) into your garden.
Happy Hiker: Leave No Trace
Thursday, June 19, 6:30-8:30pm
A happy hiker is a prepared hiker! Join us for the second event in our 2025 Happy Hiker series!
Volunteer Workday: Donegal Highlands Nature Preserve
Saturday, June 21, 9:00-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Volunteer Workday: Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Sunday, June 22, 1:00-3:00pm
Join us as we give back to nature!
Leave No Trace Workshop
Tuesday, June 24, 5:00-8:00pm
Come explore with us and discover how to care for nature by implementing Leave No Trace ethics!
Beginner Birding for Kids
Saturday, June 28, 10:00am-12:00pm
Explore the magical world of birds, designed for our younger bird watching enthusiasts!
Volunteer Workday: Climbers Run Nature Center
Sunday, June 29, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Firefly Hike at Climbers Run Nature Center
Wednesday, July 2, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Come out to the beautiful Climbers Run Nature Center to enjoy the mystical light show that fireflies create!
Firefly Hike at Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 5, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Come out to the beautiful Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve to enjoy the mystical light show that fireflies create!
Full Moon Hike
Thursday, July 10, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Enjoy the wonder of hiking under a full moon!
Firefly Hike at Robert A. Kinsley Nature Preserve
Friday, July 11, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Come out to the beautiful Robert A. Kinsley to enjoy the mystical light show that fireflies create!
Creek Stomp at Climbers Run Nature Center
Saturday, July 12, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Explore the cool waters and amazing life in the Climbers Run stream!
Volunteer Workday: Clark Nature Preserve
Sunday, July 13, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Nature Journaling: Butterflies & Insects
Sunday, July 13, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us for a time of nature and creativity!
Happy Hiker: Trail Fuel-Nutrition & Hydration
Thursday, July 17, 6:30pm-8:30pm
A happy hiker is a prepared hiker! Join us for the third event in our 2025 Happy Hiker series!
Butterfly Count at Climbers Run Nature Center
Saturday, July 19, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Help us learn about the butterfly community on our preserves!
Bats Incredible!
Saturday, July 19, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Join us to learn about these incredible, often misunderstood, flying mammals!
Volunteer Workday: Climbers Run Nature Center
Sunday, July 20, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Volunteer Workday: Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Sunday, July 20, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Phenology Hike at Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 26, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we survey summer critters and plants at Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve!
Volunteer Workday: Donegal Highlands Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 26, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we give back to nature!
Butterfly Count at Graham Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 26, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Help us learn about the butterfly community on our preserves!
Exploration Hike: Steinman Run Nature Preserve
Sunday, July 27, 9:00am-11:00am
Come get to know Steinman Run Nature Preserve!
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