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Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Community & Educational Calendar of Events for October 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n

October 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Get Out for Wellness: Canoeing at Beltzville State Park – <\/strong>1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Beltzville State Park, 575-975 Preacher’s Camp Dr., Lehighton, PA 18235. Join us for an easy paddle on Beltzville Lake\u2019s quieter side. We\u2019ll paddle for a mile or so across the lake and a bit of the way up Wild Creek to see the falls. Safety staff, canoes, paddles, and pfd\u2019s provided. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis<\/strong>– nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a> 610-965-4397 ext. 145.<\/strong> There is a small fee. Please register on-line: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/get-out-for-wellness-canoeing-at-beltzville-state-park\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – You & Me: Enchanted Forest – <\/strong>9:30 am – 11:00 am at <\/a>Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus, PA 18049. \u201cYou & Me\u201d is a program for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. Dress up as your favorite woodland creature and venture into the woods in search of animals and magic. Leave with your own hand made treasure. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis<\/strong> nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>, 610-965-4397 ext 145.<\/strong> There is a small fee; please register on-line at: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/you-me-enchanted-forest\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Cheers to Conservation at Rising River Brewing – <\/strong>5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Rising River Brewing, 1955 Willow Lane, Macungie, PA 18062. Since 1973, everyday citizens, dedicated stewards, and local conveners have helped our nonprofit protect more than 60,000 acres \u2013 forever. We think that\u2019s something to celebrate. So, we\u2019re doing just that \u2013 join us! Please let us know you\u2019re coming!<\/strong> Email Nic Ziegler, Events and Volunteer Coordinator, at<\/strong> nziegler@wildlandspa.org<\/a>. For more details, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/cheers-to-conservation-at-rising-river-brewing\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>October 7<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – The Big Sit at Trexler Nature Preserve – <\/strong>6:00 am<\/strong> – 6:00 pm<\/strong> at Trexler Environmental Center, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. <\/a>The Big Sit<\/strong> is an annual, international, noncompetitive birding event<\/strong> designed to appeal to birders and citizen scientists of all skill sets<\/strong>. The roof-top observation area of Trexler Nature Preserve\u2019s Environmental Center building is a great birding location. Let\u2019s count birds, and have fun! Questions? Contact Haley D\u2019Agostino,<\/strong> Hdagostino@wildlandspa.org<\/a> . To register for this free program, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/the-big-sit-at-trexler-nature-preserve\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 7<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy –<\/strong> Wild in the Parks! Spooky History Hike – <\/strong>6:00 pm – 7:00 pm at South Mountain Reservoir, 2551 South 10th Street, Allentown, PA. Enjoy a short animal presentation with one of our wildlife ambassadors, then join us for a nighttime hike at South Mountain Reservoir, just in time for Halloween<\/strong>!. This program is free of charge thanks to funding from the City of Allentown, but preregistration is required and space is limited. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis, <\/strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a> 610-965-4397 ext 145.<\/strong> To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/wild-in-the-parks-spooky-history-hike\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Pre-K Pathfinders Trexler Nature Preserve: Amazing Animals – <\/strong>10:00 am – 11:00 am at Trexler Environmental Center, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. PreK pathfinders is a series of programs for 3-5 year olds and their adults. Learn why our native animals are AMAZING. Enjoy nature-based play and a meet and greet wildlife presentation. Program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County, but space is limited, so please register online. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis <\/strong>nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a> 610-965-4397 ext 145.<\/strong> To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/pre-k-pathfinders-trexler-nature-preserve-amazing-animals\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 14<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Get Out for Wellness: Woodland Hills & Lower Saucon Apple Festival – <\/strong>10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Lower Saucon Apple Festival, 4135 Countryside Lane, Hellertown, PA 18055. Join us (2.4 mile loop) to explore the gently rolling grounds of the former Woodland Hills golf course, a terrific place to see signs of wildlife and to cross-country ski in winter. Just down the road you can tour the historic, one-room Lutz-Franklin Schoolhouse,<\/strong> maintained by the Lower Saucon Township Historical Society,<\/strong> which is having their Apple Festival<\/strong> the same day from 11 am to 3 pm. Please register for this hike\/tour on-line. Questions? Contact Christine Murray <\/strong>cmurray@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong> To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/get-out-for-wellness-woodland-hills-lower-saucon-apple-festival\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 15<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Paddling 101: Walnutport Canal Festival – <\/strong>6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at Walnutport Canal, Lehigh Street,<\/p>\n

Walnutport, PA 18088. You won\u2019t want to miss this FREE, fun-filled family program that includes professional instruction in the canal during the annual Walnutport Canal Festival.<\/strong> Be prepared for a splashingly good time! Questions? Contact Nicole Landis, <\/strong>nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong> To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/paddling-101-walnutport-canal-festival\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 22<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Get Out! for Wellness: Mount Wismer – <\/strong>1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Mount Wismer Trailhead, on Route 447 in Barrett Township, Cresco, PA 18326. This 2.5 mile out-and-back hike to the Mount Wismer viewpoint is considered moderate to challenging; our route begins at the top of the mountain. From the overlook, enjoy views of Skytop\u2019s West Mountain, Gravel Pond, Spruce Mountain and beyond. <\/strong>Program is free thanks to funding from Lehigh Valley Health Network; please register on-line. Questions? Contact Christine Murray, <\/strong>Cmurray@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>. To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/get-out-for-wellness-mount-wismer\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 26<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – PreK Pathfinders at Wayne Grube Park: Amazing Animals – <\/strong>10:00 am – 11:00 am at Wayne Grube Park, 1200 Willowbrook Rd., Northampton, PA 18067. PreK pathfinders is a series of programs for 3-5 year olds and their adults. Learn why our native animals are AMAZING<\/strong>. Enjoy nature-based play and a meet and greet wildlife presentation. Program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Northampton County, but space is limited, so please register online. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis <\/strong>nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a> 610-965-4397 ext 145<\/strong>. To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/prek-pathfinders-at-wayne-grube-park-amazing-animals\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 28<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Get Out! for Wellness: Pennypacker Mills – <\/strong>10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Pennypacker Mills, 5 Haldeman Road, <\/a>Schwenksville, PA 19473. Join us on this 2.5 mile hike, suitable for all ages, exploring this Montgomery County Historic Site<\/strong>. Our route connects with the 20-mile Perkiomen Trail<\/strong>, and when we return to the farm, you can enjoy a guided tour of the farmhouse<\/strong>. Questions? Contact Christine Murray, <\/strong>cmurray@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>. To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/get-out-for-wellness-pennypacker-mills\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 29<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy – Wildlife of the Watershed: Spooky Animals – <\/strong>10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Trexler Environmental Center, 4935 Orchard Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078. To celebrate Halloween this year, meet some of Wildlands Conservancy\u2019s spookiest animals! <\/strong>Learn how these critters may not be so spooky after all. This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County; pre-registration is required Questions? Contact Haley D\u2019Agostino <\/strong>Hdagostino@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong> To register, visit: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/wildlife-of-the-watershed-spooky-animals\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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October 31<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wildlands Conservancy –<\/strong> Spooky Animals & Halloween Hike – <\/strong>6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Pl., Emmaus, PA 18049. It\u2019s Halloween<\/strong>, the perfect time to visit with critters that give many people the heebie-jeebies! We\u2019ll meet Wildlands Conservancy\u2019s creepiest critters (and learn that they\u2019re not very scary at all). Afterwards, we\u2019ll hit the trails looking for things that go bump in the night. Wear a costume and get a treat!<\/strong> Questions? Contact Haley D\u2019Agostino <\/strong>Hdagostino@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong> There is a small fee; please register online at: https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/event\/spooky-animals-halloween-hike\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\nNancy Brenner<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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