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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This hike will explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, renowned for the 70 species of spring wildflower it protects. On this easy 3 mile out and back hike through the preserve, your presenter will be pointing out the numerous native ephemeral wildflowers and the critical role they play in this ecosystem along the way.
Where to meet
Parking area at the end of Green Hill Rd
What to expect
This will be an easy 3 mile out and back hike with some gradual climbs and is open to all ages. A port-o-john is available on site. The event will run rain or shine. Severe weather cancellations will be made at the time of the event.
What to bring
Dress for the weather and bring water to drink.
Photo: Michelle Johnsen
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
01apr9:00 AM12:00 PMVolunteer Workday at Wizard Ranch Nature PreserveWizard Ranch Nature Preserve
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The restoration plans outlined for Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve in the Hellam Hills Conservation Area Master Plan are expansive and extensive, and we're very excited to have
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The restoration plans outlined for Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve in the Hellam Hills Conservation Area Master Plan are expansive and extensive, and we’re very excited to have them underway! Come be a part of this momentous effort as we work to begin to restore forest and grassland habitat by removing invasive shrubs alike multiflora rose and bush honeysuckle.
Where to Meet
Participants should enter Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve at the gated entrance along Accomac Road between Dark Hollow Road and Furnace Road: 40.038380, -76.572305 (please click on this link for the exact google coordinates).
What to Expect
Recommended for ages 10 and up (under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult). We will use hand tools including loppers and hand saws to cut out larger invasive shrubs. This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation in advance for severe weather. There are no restroom facilities available at this site.
What to Bring
All tools and work gloves will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, and with long pants and long sleeves. Bring drinking water.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Accomac Road
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This hike will explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, renowned for the 70 species of spring wildflower it protects. On this easy 3 mile out and back hike through the preserve, your presenter will be pointing out the numerous native ephemeral wildflowers and the critical role they play in this ecosystem along the way.
Where to meet
Parking area at the end of Green Hill Rd
What to expect
This will be an easy 3 mile out and back hike with some gradual climbs and is open to all ages. A port-o-john is available on site. The event will run rain or shine. Severe weather cancellations will be made at the time of the event.
What to bring
Dress for the weather and bring water to drink.
Photo: Michelle Johnsen
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This hike will explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, renowned for the 70 species of spring wildflower it protects. On this easy 3 mile out and back hike through the preserve, your presenter will be pointing out the numerous native ephemeral wildflowers and the critical role they play in this ecosystem along the way.
Where to meet
Parking area at the end of Green Hill Rd
What to expect
This will be an easy 3 mile out and back hike with some gradual climbs and is open to all ages. A port-o-john is available on site. The event will run rain or shine. Severe weather cancellations will be made at the time of the event.
What to bring
Dress for the weather and bring water to drink.
Photo: Michelle Johnsen
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This
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Spring ephemerals sprout, grow, bloom, and die before the forest canopy leafs out, in a strategy to take advantage of the sunlight that reaches the early spring forest floor. This hike will explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, renowned for the 70 species of spring wildflower it protects. On this easy 3 mile out and back hike through the preserve, your presenter will be pointing out the numerous native ephemeral wildflowers and the critical role they play in this ecosystem along the way.
Where to meet
Parking area at the end of Green Hill Rd
What to expect
This will be an easy 3 mile out and back hike with some gradual climbs and is open to all ages. A port-o-john is available on site. The event will run rain or shine. Severe weather cancellations will be made at the time of the event.
What to bring
Dress for the weather and bring water to drink.
Photo: Michelle Johnsen
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
15apr9:00 AM11:00 AMWildflower Walk at Wizard Ranch Nature PreserveWizard Ranch Nature Preserve
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Join a conservancy naturalist to explore the meadows and forests of one of the Conservancy’s newest acquisitions to see what wildflowers are in bloom and to witness how the removal
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Join a conservancy naturalist to explore the meadows and forests of one of the Conservancy’s newest acquisitions to see what wildflowers are in bloom and to witness how the removal of invasive plants as a first step in ecological restoration leads to increased biodiversity.
Where to Meet
Participants should enter Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve at the gated entrance along Accomac Road between Dark Hollow Road and Furnace Road: 40.038380, -76.572305 (please click on this link for the exact google coordinates).
What to Expect
This will be a two-mile hike at an easy pace over uneven terrain with some steep climbs. This event will run rain or shine, with cancellations for severe weather made at the time of the event. No restrooms are available onsite.
What to Bring
Dress for the weather and bring drinking water.
Photo: Michelle Johnsen
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Accomac Road
22apr9:00 AM11:00 AMEarth Day of Action: Workday at Wizard RanchWizard Ranch Nature Preserve
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The bad news: Invasive plants take over ecosystems, out compete native vegetation, and cause reductions in biodiversity. The good news: we can fix this problem by removing invasive plants! What
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The bad news: Invasive plants take over ecosystems, out compete native vegetation, and cause reductions in biodiversity. The good news: we can fix this problem by removing invasive plants! What better way to give back this Earth Day than to help support the major restoration efforts happening at Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve. We will use pruners to clip out invasive plants, including multifora rose. This work is not physically demanding but does involve plants with thorns as you might guess from its name (multiflora ROSE)!
Where to Meet
Participants should enter Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve at the gated entrance along Accomac Road between Dark Hollow Road and Furnace Road: 40.038380, -76.572305 (please click on this link for the exact google coordinates).
What to Expect
Recommended for ages 10 and up (under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult). We will use hand tools including loppers and hand saws to cut out larger invasive shrubs. This event will be held rain or shine – cancellation for sudden severe weather will happen at the time of the event. There are no restroom facilities available at this site.
What to Bring
All tools and work gloves will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, and with long pants and long sleeves. Bring drinking water.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Accomac Road
22apr9:00 AM11:00 AMEarth Day of Action: Workday at Climbers RunClimbers Run Nature Center
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The bad news: Invasive plants take over ecosystems, out compete native vegetation, and cause reductions in biodiversity. The good news: we can fix this problem by removing invasive plants! What
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The bad news: Invasive plants take over ecosystems, out compete native vegetation, and cause reductions in biodiversity. The good news: we can fix this problem by removing invasive plants! What better way to give back this Earth Day than to help support the amazing biodiversity found at Climbers Run Nature Center. We will use pruners to clip out invasive multiflora rose plants from the Climbers Run floodplain. This work is not physically demanding but does involve plants with thorns as you might guess from its name (multiflora ROSE)!
Where to meet
The Russo Barn at Climbers Run Nature Center
What to Expect
Recommended for ages 10 and up (under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult). We will use hand tools including loppers and hand saws to cut out larger invasive shrubs. Restroom facilities are available on-site. This event will be held rain or shine – cancellations for unexpected severe weather are made at the time of the event.
What to Bring
All tools and work gloves will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, and with long pants and long sleeves. Bring drinking water.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Climbers Run Nature Center
226 Frogtown Road
24apr6:00 PM8:00 PMLOVEBUG Sneak Peek at Climbers Run Nature CenterClimbers Run Nature Center
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We are excited to bring you this unique experience, as we explore the intersection of science and art through the world of insects! We
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We are excited to bring you this unique experience, as we explore the intersection of science and art through the world of insects! We will go on an interpretive hike to learn about the spring insects at Climbers Run, interact with insect ambassadors at the Center, and have the chance to meet the cast and characters of LOVEBUG and see excerpts from the show (learn more about the show here: https://frwrddance.com/)
Attendees will join an ensemble of professional dancers as they creep, crawl, weave, fly, spin, sting, and hatch a captivating cast of creatures to life! Written and directed by Lauren Tait, LOVEBUG transports viewers into the intriguing world of bugs conveyed through dance. Intricate movement, elaborate costumes and playful poetry combine to create an evocative and visually compelling experience, all with the aim to spark wonder and discovery in kids-at-heart of all ages.
Performances from LOVEBUG, an interpretive hike that explores insects at Climbers Run and interacting with our insect ambassadors will make a perfect night of dance, discovery and exploration!
About Lauren
Choreographer and FRWRD Dance Co Director Lauren Tait has 20 years of experience in the dance industry with a career that spans dance education, performance, non-profit administration, and advocacy. The former Executive Director of Baltimore non-profit Kinetics Dance Theatre and Artistic Director of its resident professional company, as well as adjunct professor of dance at Howard Community College, Lauren has taught and presented choreography throughout the east coast. New to PA, in addition to running FRWRD she sits on the Board at Maryland Dance Education Association and Kinetics Dance Theatre. Lauren is a graduate of Baltimore’s Carver Center for the Arts and holds her bachelor’s in Visual and Performing Arts/Dance and Psychology with a concentration in development as well as a minor in writing, from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she attended as a Linehan Artist Scholar.
Where to Meet
The Russo Barn at Climbers Run Nature Center
What to Expect
This event is open to all ages. A restroom is available onsite. The event will run rain or shine, with cancellations for severe weather being made at the time of the event.
What to Bring
The event will include a short hike, so please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring drinking water and snacks if desired.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
Climbers Run Nature Center
226 Frogtown Road
25apr6:00 PM7:00 PMLancaster Conservancy 2023 Annual MeetingOnline
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We look forward to gathering with you virtually for the Lancaster Conservancy's 2023 Annual Meeting. Together we'll celebrate a year filled with accomplishments thanks to
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We look forward to gathering with you virtually for the Lancaster Conservancy’s 2023 Annual Meeting. Together we’ll celebrate a year filled with accomplishments thanks to the support of this community.
During the meeting you will hear from the Conservancy’s leadership about the strategic planning and project implementation taking place to protect and restore the natural lands in our region and we will honor our volunteers and community partners for their outstanding contributions to help save nature! You will also get a chance to vote in a new slate of officers, board candidates, and vote on changes to Conservancy bylaws.
Information on the new slate of officers and bylaws is available to review on our website: www.lancasterconservancy.org/annualmeeting/
How to Participate
Registration is required. Attendees will receive an e-mail with a link to access the presentation via Zoom the day of the event. Conservancy staff will be on hand starting at 5:50 p.m. to answer your questions and help you familiarize yourself with how Zoom works.
We encourage you to make sure your device’s sound is turned up and you have a good internet connection. Your microphone and video will be disabled during this presentation, but you will be able to ask questions using a Q&A feature, chat with attendees and staff, and vote.
If you have additional questions or need help registering, please reach out to Jess Brown at JBrown@lancasterconservancy.org or by phone at 717-392-7891 x219.
Thank you to our 2023 Annual Sponsors for their generous support!
Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Online