Nature
SLNC Afterschool Nature Art Classes ~ Tuesdays, 11/12 – 12/3
by on November 12, 2024
4 weeks of classes for ages 8-12 Tuesdays from 5-6pm starting November 12th to December 3rd In an age where digital distractions dominate, nurturing creativity through hands-on activities is more important that ever. This fall, we are thrilled to introduce our afterschool nature art classes designed specifically for children to…
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FREE Guided Nature Walk ~ Spring Scavenger Hunt!
by on May 26, 2024
FREE Guided Nature Walk ~ Spring Scavenger Hunt! What might we find on the beautiful SLNC Trails? Join us to find out! Families & Individuals are invited to join us for a FREE Nature discovery walk on the beautiful SLNC Trails! PA Master Naturalist, Patricia Merkel, will be leading this…
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“What Are The Groundhogs Up To?” FREE Family-friendly Guided Walk
by on February 18, 2024
Families & Individuals are invited to join us for a FREE Nature discovery hike on the beautiful SLNC Trails! PA Master Naturalist, Patricia Merkel, will be leading this awesome event! Today we'll find out what our Groundhog Friends & Other Friends of the Forest have been up to! We look…
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“Secrets of Nature” FREE Family-friendly Guided Walk
by on January 14, 2024
Families & Individuals are invited to join us for a FREE Nature discovery hike on the beautiful SLNC Trails! PA Master Naturalist, Patricia Merkel, will be leading this awesome event! Our theme for today is "Secrets of Nature!" We look forward to exploring the Trails with you! This event is…
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“Gifts of Nature” FREE Family-friendly Guided Walk
by on December 17, 2023
Families & Individuals are invited to join us for a FREE Nature discovery hike on the beautiful SLNC Trails! PA Master Naturalist, Patricia Merkel, will be leading this awesome event! Our theme for today is "Gifts of Nature!" We look forward to exploring the Trails with you! This event is…
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Family-friendly Guided Nature Hike
by on January 29, 2023
Families & Individuals are invited to join us for a FREE Nature discovery hike on the beautiful SLNC Trails! We'll use (most of) our "Five Senses" as we explore the Trails! This event is FREE, but please register by scrolling down or by calling 215-785-1177. Please be sure to let…
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Some Friendly Reminders & Recently Commonly Asked Questions ~ Answered
by on October 15, 2022
To answer some recent commonly asked questions & some friendly reminders: “Take only photos. Leave only footprints.” -Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash (no more than 6 ft. long. "Animals must be under immediate control of a competent person.") and picked up after. -Bicycles are NOT permitted…
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Nature Egg Scavenger Hunt, 2-3:30pm
by on April 16, 2022
Many creatures lay eggs in the depths of the woods at this time of year. This fun activity for families & individuals will challenge the participants to find these “Special” hidden eggs throughout the wilds of the forest. During this event, participants find eggs, read clues hidden in the eggs,…
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Mindful Outdoor Experience ~ Series
by on April 13, 2021
Special Series Offered by SLNC's Yoga Instructor, Pat Fritz! Mindful Outdoor Experience (MOE) Are you looking for more happiness, self-compassion, and playfulness? If yes, this MOE is for you. This class is not a nature walk or a biology class about animals, plants, and trees. It is a class to…
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Volunteer Work Day – 1st Saturday of Each Month
by on December 5, 2020
Volunteer Work Days are held on the First Saturday of Each Month. Help us maintain our grounds! Be prepared to get wet and dirty. Wear your mask and bring a refillable water bottle. This event is rain or shine. Meet at the SLNC Pavilion (near the Visitors' Center). Register by scrolling…
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