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A hands-on look at the history, culture, and science of maple sugaring, paired with a delicious pancake breakfast - what could be sweeter? Immerse yourself in the history, culture, science and fun of maple sugaring while still enjoying a traditional pancake breakfast with friends old and new. Space is limited! Purchase tickets and find more...
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make maple syrup? Or wondered if your trees are the “right” kind of maple? Join Strawberry Hill Naturalists as they introduce you to the process of making maple syrup, from tap to table. Participants learn the history of maple sugaring in Pennsylvania, how changes in weather patterns...
How can we humans connect and communicate with the lands near us? Forests, rural areas, farmlands, battlegrounds, cities - all have a symbolic communication system that can be learned. Join us as we dive into techniques that help provide a personal system for creating a language that’s more than just spontaneous intuition. We’ll explore the...
Mr. Andrew Kendrick is alerted by a terrible scream. He rushes into the house but his wife, Maria, is nowhere to be found. Then he hears it - the terrible thump thump thump of something heavy falling down the stairs. He rushes to help but is too late. The body of his dear wife lies at the...
Join for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Worm Moon! The forest lightly slumbers but she’s beginning to stir. The cold, strange days of late winter are fading into memory. Join to search for signs of spring hiding amongst the leaves and snow. Guided hike will start at 7:30pm and last about 60...
Frog and Toad are literary best friends but they’re very different. Explore the science behind these fascinating amphibians and discover their unique adaptations that make both incredible creatures. Make your very own Toad Abode to take home! Recommended for ages 5-12 years but all ages welcome! Program schedule: 11am-12:15pm - Hop, Jump, and Run: Unique...
Many of us have heard about the decline of honeybees and the impact it has on our food system. However, our native bees are great pollinators and have stepped up to the plate! Master Gardener Pam Haze will talk about our native bees, how they live and how they pollinate our plants. She will talk...
Join Debbie Naha-Koretzky, “The Wild Edibles Lady,” for a three-part foraging adventure to discover the edible plants of our area. The program will include a slide show followed by a foraging walk, and a taste of wild tea. Signed copies of her book, Foraging Pennsylvania and New Jersey (2021, Falcon Guides), will be available. Debbie...
Birds are incredible engineers who have just the right “tools” for the job! Spend the morning discovering the process and ingenuity behind birds’ marvelous creations! Later in the day, we’ll learn what the spring migration means to our area. Birders of all ages are putting their Citizen Scientist skill to use. Break out the binoculars...
