Wildlands Conservancy Community & Educational Calendar of Events for August 2025
August Community/Education Events details are listed below; but also ……
- Check out all Community/Education Events on our website!! https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar
- Check out our Summer Camp offerings (now through Aug. 22) at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/camp/
- Check out and join Wildlands Stream Team Volunteers (most Fridays, now through to Sept. 26) at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/streamteam/
And for August:
August 5
Wildlands Conservancy – PreK Pathfinders: Tree Tea Party, TNP – 10:00AM – 11:00AM EDT at Trexler Nature Preserve, Environmental Education Center, 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078. PreK Pathfinders is for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. Learn how to identify several species of local trees, before enjoying tree-tea! Tea party attire is encouraged but not required. Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis, NLandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/262.
August 6
Wildlands Conservancy – Bird Research & Habitat Walk – 9:00AM – 11:00AM EDT at Thomas Darling Preserve, 606 PA-940, Pocono Lake, PA 18347. Led in partnership with Brandon Swayser from the Da Vinci Science Center, this immersive program offers a rare opportunity to observe how researchers study and care for wild birds, providing insights into monitoring bird populations, tracking migration, and supporting conservation efforts. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; registration is requested at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/328.
August 13
Wildlands Conservancy – Explorer Day Camp- August 13 – 9:00AM – 4:00PM EDT at Trexler Nature Preserve, Environmental Education Center, 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078. For Students who just completed grades Kindergarten -5th. Join Wildlands Conservancy for a day of exploration, experimentation, & creativity, learning survival skills, wildlife, art, and science all wrapped up in a day of fun. Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler at AKohler@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; pre-registration is requested at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/274.
August 14
Wildlands Conservancy – Bushkill Creek Bike Ride – 10:00AM – 12:00PM EDT at Braden Park, 3800 Bushkill Dr., Easton, PA
18040. Join us for a scenic and educational bike ride along Bushkill Creek, where recreation meets restoration. Led by Wildlands Director of Ecological Restoration, Kristie Fach, this guided ride takes you along the Palmer Township Recreation Trail to the Wildlands Binney & Smith Preserve. Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/290.
August 16
Wildlands Conservancy – Get Out! For Wellness: South Mountain Preserve – 10:00AM – 12:00PM EDT at South Mountain Preserve, 554 Alpine Street, Alpine Street Trailhead, Emmaus, PA 18049. Join us for a hike through Wildlands Conservancy’s first land acquisition and one of the most ecologically significant areas in the Lehigh Valley. The trail winds through a mature forest with fascinating geological features and remnants of 19th-century mining operations.. Questions? Contact: Questions? Nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/284.
August 17
Wildlands Conservancy – Minsi Lake Canoe Paddle – August 17 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM EDT at Minsi Lake, Minsi Lake West Shore- 49 Blue Mountain Dr., Bangor PA 18013. Join Wildlands Conservancy for a serene, guided tour of Minsi Lake. Learn about the fascinating history & conservation projects that protect the natural flora and fauna while exploring the lake. Canoes, paddles, & pfd’s will be provided. Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/215.
August 22
Wildlands Conservancy – Canoeing 101 – 5:30PM – 7:30PM EDT at Wy-Hit-Tuk Park, 510 PA-611, Williams Township, PA 18042. Perfect for beginners and families, this program will introduce you to paddling techniques, water safety, and the joys of exploring nature from the water. Led by our experienced guides, participants will gain confidence on the water while enjoying a peaceful paddle surrounded by the park’s scenic beauty. Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/200.
August 28
Wildlands Conservancy – PreK Pathfinders: Little Excavators at Wayne Grube Park – 10:00AM – 11:00AM EDT at Wayne A. Grube Park, 1200 Willowbrook Road, Northampton, PA 18067. For children aged 3-5 & their grown-ups. Join Munch the Turtle on an exciting archaeological dig where kids and their caregivers become detectives of the past. Unearth hidden treasures, solve mysteries, and enjoy captivating stories that bring history to life. Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis, nlandis@wildlandspa.org. Event is free; please register online at: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/206.
