Nature
Rainbows of Healing’s Medicine Drum Making Workshop
by on March 26, 2017
Open to Adults and Children! Please click here for registration/info. The drum is a part of native heritage from tribal cultures all over the world. This single sided drum is crafted using a wooden hoop or frame and a stretched rawhide head and lacing. Covered on only one side, the…
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Signs of Spring 2017
by on March 25, 2017
The early signs of Nature waking up are everywhere. Walk with the naturalist through the habitats of the preserve deep into the wilds to discover what can be found as signs that spring is here! Fee per adventurer: $8 member; $10 non-member.
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Naturalist Aide Training – Spring Session
by on March 24, 2017
Silver Lake Nature Center is offering a FREE training program for people who can assist with our environmental education programs! If you have a few hours a week, can make a commitment to attend BOTH training sessions, and would like to be a part of a fun and diverse group, please contact…
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Friends of Silver Lake’s Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition
by on March 18, 2017
Hear all about what Silver Lake Nature Center has been up to in 2016 with our Annual Meeting! Get to meet the Friends of Silver Lake's new & current Board Members, AND help us to honor our amazing Volunteers who work hard all year 'round to keep this Natural Treasure so beautiful! Please let…
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Birding 101 – Spring Edition
by on March 11, 2017
Did you ever wonder what bird that is in your backyard? This course in bird watching is designed for the beginner. Everything from binoculars to birdfeeders to identification will be covered in this course before moving on to bird identification in the wilds of the preserve. Fee per adventurer: $8…
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Wooden Sculpture Coming to SLNC Visitors’ Building!!
by on February 26, 2017
Donations for Sculpture Needed! Friends of Silver Lake Nature Center is currently gathering donations to have a wooden, nature-themed, Chainsaw Sculpture created to display in the front of the building next to the main entrance. Any and all donations are appreciated. Please click here to make a donation toward this…
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Maple Syrup Program
by on February 25, 2017
Learn the basic steps of how tree sap can be turned into delicious syrup. Taste some samples and help in the process of making this wonderful delight. Be prepared for outdoor exploring! Families, individuals, all ages welcome! Fee per adventurer: $8 member; $10 non-member.
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Nature Book Club in the Earthship
by on February 23, 2017
PA Master Naturalist Trainee, Lee Roach, started a Nature Book Club at Silver Lake Nature Center. This club meets inside SLNC’s Earthship on the last Thursday of each month at 6pm, to discuss a different nature-related book each time. Please click on the flier for more info. The featured book for the…
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Maple Syrup Week
by on February 21, 2017
Schedule your group to visit SLNC, and learn all about Maple Syrup. This special, seasonal program will be offered from February 21st through 24th for scheduled groups. $6/person for 1-1.5 hour program or $8/person for 3-hour program (minimum #10). Please contact us at pacutter@buckscounty.org or 215-785-1177 to schedule your group.
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Winter Nature Camp for 6 to 13 Year Olds on 2-20-17
by on February 20, 2017
School is out for President’s Day and what a great way to spend it – In the frosty woods of Silver lake Nature Preserve! The Seasoned Naturalists are ready to spend the day assisting your child in engaging nature in the outdoors. Easy drop off and pick up at the…
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