{"id":146642,"date":"2025-12-14T13:37:17","date_gmt":"2025-12-14T18:37:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=146642"},"modified":"2025-12-14T13:37:17","modified_gmt":"2025-12-14T18:37:17","slug":"wildlands-conservancys-community-educational-events-for-january-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=146642","title":{"rendered":"Wildlands Conservancy\u2019s Community &#038; Educational Events for January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In\u00a0<strong>January<\/strong>, Wildlands Conservancy is offering\u00a0<strong>4 exciting Community &amp; Education Events<\/strong>,\u00a0<u>all of which are\u00a0<strong>free<\/strong>\u00a0to the public<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/u>(online registration requested and registration will open as of\u00a0<strong>Monday, December 15<\/strong>):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our\u00a0<strong>Get Out! For Wellness Stone Soup Stroll\u00a0<\/strong>@ Trexler Nature Preserve<strong>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>An opportunity for observing\u00a0<strong>Flying Squirrel Field Research<\/strong>\u00a0at Thomas Darling Preserve;<\/li>\n<li>Our\u00a0<strong>Winter Wildlife Meet &amp; Greet<\/strong>\u00a0at Trexler Nature Preserve; \u00a0and<\/li>\n<li>A fascinating\u00a0<strong>Winter Birding Walk<\/strong>\u00a0at Louise Moore Park!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Please note: <\/strong><em>Events are offered to the public free of charge; online registration is required. Registration opens Monday, December 15. Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at <\/em><a href=\"mailto:NLandis@Wildlandspa.org\"><em>NLandis@Wildlandspa.org<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>January 17, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Winter Wildlife Meet &amp; Greet <\/strong>&#8211; 1:00PM &#8211; 3:00PM EST at Trexler Nature Preserve- Environmental Education Center, 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA, 18078. Celebrate the wonder of winter by getting up close with our wildlife ambassadors, followed by a guided hike to discover signs of wildlife activity amid the peaceful winter landscape. <strong>Questions<\/strong>? Contact Nicole Landis at <a href=\"mailto:NLandis@wildlandspa.org\">NLandis@wildlandspa.org<\/a>. This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/365\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/365<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"600\" class=\"wp-image-146643\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-possum-standing-on-a-snowball-ai-generated-cont.jpeg\" alt=\"A possum standing on a snowball\n\nAI-generated content may be incorrect.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-possum-standing-on-a-snowball-ai-generated-cont.jpeg 799w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-possum-standing-on-a-snowball-ai-generated-cont-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-possum-standing-on-a-snowball-ai-generated-cont-768x577.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>January 18, 2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy &#8211; Winter Birding Walk<\/strong> &#8211; 1:00PM &#8211; 3:00PM EST at Louise Moore Park, 151 Country Club Road, Easton, PA 18045. Whether you&#8217;re new to birdwatching or looking to sharpen your skills, our guided walk will introduce you to the hardy species that call our region home during the colder months. Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, use field guides effectively, and understand winter bird behavior. <strong>Questions<\/strong>? Contact Nicole Landis at <a href=\"mailto:NLandis@wildlandspa.org\">NLandis@wildlandspa.org<\/a>. This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/364\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/364<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"522\" class=\"wp-image-146644\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-bird-sitting-on-a-branch-ai-generated-content-m.jpeg\" alt=\"A bird sitting on a branch\n\nAI-generated content may be incorrect.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-bird-sitting-on-a-branch-ai-generated-content-m.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-bird-sitting-on-a-branch-ai-generated-content-m-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-bird-sitting-on-a-branch-ai-generated-content-m-768x401.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>January 24, 2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Get Out! For Wellness: Stone Soup Stroll &#8211; <\/strong>10:00AM &#8211; 12:00PM EST at Trexler Nature Preserve- Environmental Education Center, 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA, 18078. Enjoy the company of fellow walkers as we explore the peaceful, wintry landscape of Trexler Nature Preserve. Join us for a cozy winter walk through the beautiful trails of Trexler Nature Preserve! After the stroll, we\u2019ll gather for a warm moment of fellowship. This year, instead of soup, please bring <strong>cookies, crackers, or cheese to share<\/strong>. We\u2019ll provide hot cocoa, coffee, and tea. <strong>Questions<\/strong>? Contact Nicole Landis at <a href=\"mailto:NLandis@wildlandspa.org\">NLandis@wildlandspa.org<\/a>. This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/367\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/367<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1359\" height=\"1331\" class=\"wp-image-146645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-collage-of-ice-crystals-on-a-trail.png\" alt=\"A collage of ice crystals on a trail\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-collage-of-ice-crystals-on-a-trail.png 1359w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-collage-of-ice-crystals-on-a-trail-300x294.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-collage-of-ice-crystals-on-a-trail-1024x1003.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-collage-of-ice-crystals-on-a-trail-768x752.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1359px) 100vw, 1359px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>January 31, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy &#8211; Flying Squirrel Field Research <\/strong>&#8211; 10:00 am &#8211; 12:00 pm at Thomas Darling Preserve, PA-940 Entrance, 606 PA-940, Pocono Lake, PA 18347. Don\u2019t miss this unique opportunity to connect with nature and discover the hidden world of Pennsylvania\u2019s flying squirrels! Join our guided exploration of one of Pennsylvania\u2019s most unique and ecologically significant landscapes, home to one of the state\u2019s largest and most pristine spruce forests. <strong>Questions<\/strong>? Contact Nicole Landis at <a href=\"mailto:NLandis@wildlandspa.org\">NLandis@wildlandspa.org<\/a>. This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/368\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/368<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"493\" class=\"wp-image-146646\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-small-animal-on-a-tree-ai-generated-content-may.jpeg\" alt=\"A small animal on a tree\n\nAI-generated content may be incorrect.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-small-animal-on-a-tree-ai-generated-content-may.jpeg 493w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-small-animal-on-a-tree-ai-generated-content-may-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-small-animal-on-a-tree-ai-generated-content-may-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/a-small-animal-on-a-tree-ai-generated-content-may-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In\u00a0January, Wildlands Conservancy is offering\u00a04 exciting Community &amp; Education Events,\u00a0all of which are\u00a0free\u00a0to the public\u00a0(online registration requested and registration will open as of\u00a0Monday, December 15): Our\u00a0Get Out! For Wellness Stone &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=146642\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Wildlands Conservancy\u2019s Community &#038; Educational Events for January 2026<\/span> <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":115188,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[69,482],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-146642","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-in-the-valley","category-press-release-2"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/wildlands.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146642"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=146642"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146642\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/115188"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=146642"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=146642"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=146642"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}