In The Valley, Press Release

Wildlands Conservancy Community/Educational Events for June 2023

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Wildlands Conservancy Programs for June, 2023

  • Special programs (Annual Sojourn and Stream Team) – pages 1-2
  • June Community/Educational programs – see pages 3-7

June 10 – 11

Wildlands Conservancy: Annual Lehigh River Sojourn! Paddle into Summer with Some Family Fun!

The 27th annual Lehigh River Sojourn, June 10-11, 2023, is Wildlands Conservancy’s guided paddling trip on the Lehigh River. This two-day experience invites the adventure of whitewater rafting through the Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos, along with a canoeing or kayaking experience through the metro-wilderness reaches of the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley that includes a special exploration of Island Park this year. Sojourners are treated to scenic views, visits from resident wildlife, and a shared appreciation for the lifeblood of our region — our mighty and beloved Lehigh River! Choose to participate either day (camping overnight options available) or join us both days & Save 10%.

  • Saturday, June 10 at 8:00 am – Meet at Pocono Whitewater at 1519 State Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA for whitewater rafting through Lehigh Gorge State Park from Drakes Creek to Glenn Onoko with opportunity to camp overnight (Friday) at Lehigh River’s only riverside campground.
  • Sunday, June 11 at 9:00 am – Meet at 2750 Hugh Moore Park Rd., Easton, PA for a shuttle to Sand Island for a light breakfast and then canoeing downstream, viewing bald eagles and experiencing our metro-wilderness. Then at Rt. 33 boat access, stop for catered lunch and educational program, and paddle down along Island Park for an exploration of this unique area. There is an option to camp overnight (Saturday) at the Hickory Run State Park.

Event Contact: Diane Motel, Director of Community Programs, 610.965.4397 X118, dmotel@wildlandspa.org. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/lehighriversojourn/.

Friday’s throughout June (and continuing thoughout the Summer):

Join the Wildlands Conservancy Stream Team of Volunteers !

Join us as we maintain vegetative areas along streams (riparian buffers) and help ensure the survival of young, native trees in the forest buffer. These vital areas improve water quality in local communities, reduce erosion and flooding concerns, and provide habitat for wildlife. Stream Team is a series of volunteer opportunities on Fridays from June through September.

Events Contact: There is no fee. Please contact Nic Ziegler, Events and Volunteer Coordinator, at nziegler@wildlandspa.org with the subject line: Stream Team Volunteer.

Select your Stream Team events for June!:

Wildlands Conservancy – Community and Educational Calendar Events for June 2023

 

June 3

Wildlands Conservancy: Get Out! for Wellness: Ballas Wildflower Preserve & Bushkill Township Trail 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at 301-357 E. Moorestown Road (Route 512), Wind Gap, PA 18091. A short walk on the old Slate Belt Trolley’s route leads to the 1-mile trail around the unshaded 35-acre wildflower meadow that’s nestled in the 90-acre Ballas Wildflower Preserve. There is no fee; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/get-out-for-wellness-ballas-wildflower-preserve-bushkill-township-trail/.

 

June 3

Bike & Boat Adventures: National Trails Day Lehigh River Clean Up 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at Sand Island, 201 River St.,

Bethlehem, PA 18018. Join Wildlands Conservancy and Northampton County as we work together to make a difference on our water trail. We will clean up trash as we travel on bikes between Bethlehem and Allentown on the D&L Canal Trail. Then we will switch to canoes and clean-up the river on our way back down. This is a free event; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/bike-boat-adventures-national-trails-day-lehigh-river-clean-up/.

 

June 3

Wildlands Conservancy: Wild in the Parks! Pond Party 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at Union Terrace Park, Union St/S St. Elmo St, near Union Terrace Elementary School, Allentown, PA. Stop by to explore a local pond and meet some native aquatic animals with one of our educators. Wildlands Conservancy will supply all equipment. All ages welcome. The event is free; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/wild-in-the-parks-pond-party/.

 

June 4

Wildlands Conservancy: Get Out for Wellness: Tumbling Waters, Pocono Environmental Education Center at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328. Tumbling Waters is a 3-mile loop beginning at the Pocono Environmental Education Center. Trail is moderately difficult with an overlook of the Delaware Valley and Kittatinny Mountains in New Jersey, along with a series of switchbacks leading down to waterfalls. There is no charge for this event but please register on line. For registration questions contact Brandon Swayser at Bswayser@wildlandspa.org. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/get-out-for-wellness-tumbling-waters-pocono-environmental-education-center/.

 

June 7

Wildlands Conservancy: You & Me at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary: Happy Tales and Trails, 2023 at 9:30 am – 11:00 am at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus, PA. For children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups, teams experience the wonders of nature, promoting curiosity and exploration, in a safe, supportive environment. Enjoy stories, songs, and live animals, then venture outside for a tracking hike. Create a take home craft made from nature items found along the trail. There is a fee; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/you-me-at-dorothy-rider-pool-wildlife-sanctuary-happy-tales-and-trails-2023/.

 

June 13

Wildlands Conservancy: Pre-K Pathfinders at Trexler Nature Preserve: Flower Power at 10:00 am – 11:00 am at Trexler Environmental Center, Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. For 3-5 year olds and their adults, we will learn about the powers of our native pollinators! This month we will explore a meadow and meet some pollinators. Event is free, but space is limited, so please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/pre-k-pathfinders-at-trexler-nature-preserve-flower-power/.

 

June 15

Wildlands Conservancy: Minsi Lake Canoe Paddle 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Minsi Lake, 49 Blue Mountain Dr., Bangor, PA 18013. Explore the magic of Minsi Lake with our Bike & Boat crew. Learn the fascinating history, discover flora and fauna, and learn about the conservation projects here. Canoes, paddles, and pfd’s provided. Best for ages 4+. Event is free, but please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/minsi-lake-canoe-paddle/.

 

June 17

Wildlands Conservancy: Bird Walk and Avian Research at Tott’s Gap 9:00 am – 10:30 am at Tott’s Gap Conservation Area, 1494 Tott’s Gap Rd., Bangor, PA 18013. Totts Gap has some of the best remaining Grassland Habitat in Northampton County, and hosts declining breeding species like American Kestrel, Bobolink and Eastern Meadowlark that breed in very few other places locally. We will take a bird walk through multiple habitat types, view an Osprey nest, discuss the grassland restoration work being done, and observe a bird banding demonstration. Event is free; please register on line. Registration questions? Contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/bird-walk-and-avian-research-at-totts-gap/.

 

June 17

Wildlands Conservancy: Get Out! for Wellness: Karl Stirner Arts Trail 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Karl Stirner Art Trail, 1247 Simon Blvd., Easton PA 18042. Karl Stirner was a sculptor/educator who spent 25 years ushering aspiring artists to Easton. The trail, suitable for all ages, is 2.5 miles long from the old Simon Silk Mill on 13th Street to 3rd Street at the base of Lafayette College. From there, the trail leads to Easton’s Center Square and its famous Saturday Farmers’ Market. Our walk will go from 13th Street to Pearl Street and return on the same path. Event is free; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/get-out-for-wellness-karl-stirner-arts-trail/.

 

June 21

Wildlands Conservancy: Wild About Water Day Camp: Trexler Nature Preserve 6/21 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. What can we do to control human-caused threats to aquatic life? Join us in various water-related activities featured in our more than 20-year-old water festival designed for local students. We’ll explore the impacts that we have on our watershed and the aquatic life in it. Please pack a non-perishable lunch, snacks, and water for your child. This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County. Please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/wild-about-water-day-camp-trexler-nature-preserve-6-21/.

 

June 22

Wildlands Conservancy: Paddling 101: Walnutport Canal 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at Walnutport Canal, Lehigh Street,

Walnutport, PA 18088. You won’t want to miss this FREE, splashingly fun-filled family program that includes professional instruction in the canal! This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Northampton County; please register on line. For registration questions, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To Register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/paddling-101-walnutport-canal/.

 

June 25

Wildlands Conservancy: Get Out for Wellness: Cherry Valley Ridge Trail, Cherry Valley National Wildlife
Refuge 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Cherry Valley Ridge Trail- Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge, 130 Lower Cherry Valley Rd., Saylorsburg, PA 18353. Following the Blue Trail up a hill to begin, the trail undulates through forest and cross a stream and waterfall. Watch for early blueberries at the start of this 2-mile moderately difficult hike. This event is free; please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/20616/.

 

June 28

Wildlands Conservancy: Wild About Water Day Camp: Trexler Nature Preserve 6/28 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. What can we do to control human-caused threats to aquatic life? Join us in various water-related activities featured in our more than 20-year-old water festival designed for local students. We’ll explore the impacts that we have on our watershed and the aquatic life in it. Please pack a non-perishable lunch, snacks, and water for your child. This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County. Please register on line. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/wild-about-water-day-camp-trexler-nature-preserve-6-28/.

 

June 29

Wildlands Conservancy: PreK Pathfinders: Slithering Snakes, Wayne Grube Park 2023 10:00 am – 11:00 pm at Wayne A. Grube Memorial Park, 1200 Willowbrook Rd., Northampton, PA 18067. For 3-5 years-olds and their adults, this month

soak up the sunshine with our reptilian education animals, and practice building small, backyard animal shelters. Program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Northampton County, but space is limited, so please register. For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/prek-pathfinders-slithering-snakes-wayne-grube-park-2023/.