{"id":147540,"date":"2026-02-11T19:21:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T00:21:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=147540"},"modified":"2026-02-11T19:23:04","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T00:23:04","slug":"wildlands-conservancy-community-educational-calendar-of-events-for-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=147540","title":{"rendered":"Wildlands Conservancy Community &#038; Educational Calendar of Events for March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wildlands Conservancy Community &amp; Educational Calendar of Events for March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>And Announcement of Wildlands\u2019 Summer Camp 2026!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Note:\u00a0 <\/em><em>Registration for March Events and Summer Camp opens Monday, February 16, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This\u00a0<strong>March<\/strong>, Wildlands Conservancy is offering\u00a0<strong>5 Community &amp; Education Adventures<\/strong>,\u00a0all of which are\u00a0<strong>free<\/strong>\u00a0to the public<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>(<em>online<\/em>\u00a0<em>registration for our March events will open as of\u00a0<\/em><strong><em>Monday, February 16<\/em><\/strong>):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Two<\/strong>\u00a0Wildlife Adventures: Let\u2019s\u00a0<strong>Meet &amp; Greet Wildlands\u2019 Wildlife Ambassadors<\/strong>\u00a0at Trexler Nature Preserve and\/or join our\u00a0<strong>Animal Tracking<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>101<\/strong>\u00a0guided hike at Minsi Lake Wilderness Area.<\/li>\n<li>Join this opportunity for observing Wildlands\u2019<strong>\u00a0Woodcock &amp; Grouse Field Study<\/strong>\u00a0at Thomas Darling Preserve in Blakeslee;<\/li>\n<li>Let\u2019s celebrate this year\u2019s\u00a0<strong>International Day of Forests &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>join our<strong>\u00a0Black River BioBlitz\u00a0<\/strong>at Franko Park;<\/li>\n<li>Welcome long-awaited Spring with our\u00a0<strong>Spring Equinox Forest Bathing for Wellness and Recovery<\/strong> at Trexler Nature Preserve.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Finally, registration for\u00a0<strong>Wildlands\u2019 Summer Camp 2026\u00a0<\/strong>opens\u00a0Monday, February 16. \u00a0Families may choose among 11 weeks of summer fun, from\u00a0<strong>June 8 through August 18<\/strong>, at our 77.5-acre Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary. \u00a0Those who register\u00a0<strong>before April 1 will receive a 10% discount.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy Summer Camp 2026!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Choose among 11 weeks of summer fun, from <strong>June 8 through August 18 <\/strong>&#8211; at<strong> Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary<\/strong>, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus, PA 18049. This 77.5-acre nature preserve is the Lehigh Valley&#8217;s nature oasis and your classroom, along the Little Lehigh Creek, with special guests including Allentown Symphony, Elmwood Park Zoo, Joshua Tree, PA Fish &amp; Boat Commission and more! <strong>Register before April 1 for a 10% Discount! <\/strong>Register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/camp\/\"><strong>https:\/\/www.wildlandspa.org\/camp\/<\/strong><\/a><strong>. Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler, Environmental Education Manager: <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:akohler@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>akohler@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"754\" class=\"wp-image-147541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-1.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-1.jpeg 754w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-1-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>March 7, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Wildlife Meet and Greet &#8211; <\/strong>1:00PM &#8211; 3:00PM EST at <strong>Trexler Nature Preserve- Environmental Education Center, <\/strong>4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078. After the meet and greet with Wildlands\u2019 wildlife ambassadors, join our guided hike to explore their natural environment and see signs of wildlife in the wild. Perfect for all ages and nature lovers!. <strong>Questions? Contact Nicole Landis,\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:Nlandis@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/373\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/373<\/a>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"693\" height=\"693\" class=\"wp-image-147542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-2.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-2.jpeg 693w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-2-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 693px) 100vw, 693px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>March 14, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Animal Tracking 101 &#8211; <\/strong>1:00PM &#8211; 3:00PM EDT at Minsi Lake Wilderness Area- West Shore Access, 49 Blue Mountain Dr. Bangor, PA 18013. Learn how to identify and interpret animal tracks, scat, and other signs left behind in nature. This beginner-friendly program will teach you the basics of tracking common local species and how to read the stories that these signs tell about animal behavior and habitat. Perfect for all ages and curious nature lovers! <strong>Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:Nlandis@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/375\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/375<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"981\" height=\"654\" class=\"wp-image-147543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-3.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-3.jpeg 981w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-3-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-3-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 981px) 100vw, 981px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>March 15, 2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 <\/strong><a id=\"post-147540-_Hlk173160501\"><\/a><strong>Woodcock &amp; Grouse Field Study &#8211; <\/strong>9:00AM &#8211; 11:00AM EDT, we\u2019ll meet at the Blakeslee Wawa, 296 PA-940, Blakeslee, PA 18610. This special 2-hour program offers exclusive access to our <strong>Thomas Darling Preserve<\/strong> where Wildlands is actively restoring healthy, diverse forests that support an array of wildlife, especially species that rely on strong ground and shrub habitats, like the American Woodcock and Pennsylvania\u2019s state bird, the Ruffed Grouse. <strong>Questions? Contact Nicole Landis,\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:Nlandis@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/379\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/379<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"691\" height=\"863\" class=\"wp-image-147544\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-4.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-4.jpeg 691w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-4-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-4-300x375.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>March 21, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Black River BioBlitz &#8211; <\/strong>9:00AM &#8211; 12:00PM EDT at <strong>Franko Park,<\/strong> 1339 Black River Rd, Allentown, PA 18103. Celebrate <strong>International Day of Forests<\/strong> with us during the Black River BioBlitz! Discover and document as many plants, trees, and signs of wildlife as you can find. Check in at our activity table to share your discoveries, participate in hands-on nature activities, and deepen your connection to the forest around you! <strong>Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:Nlandis@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/376\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/376<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"747\" class=\"wp-image-147545\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-5.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-5.jpeg 747w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-5-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-5-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-5-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>March 27, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wildlands Conservancy \u2013 Spring Equinox Forest Bathing for Wellness and Recovery &#8211; <\/strong>1:00PM &#8211; 4:00PM EDT at Trexler Nature Preserve- Environmental Education Center, 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078. Led by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\u00a0<strong>Stacey Vinci<\/strong>, you\u2019ll slow down, quiet the mind, and engage your senses through gentle, intentional activities inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (\u201cforest bathing\u201d). As the forest awakens into spring, we\u2019ll provide an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and the natural world. <strong>Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:Nlandis@wildlandspa.org\"><strong>Nlandis@wildlandspa.org<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>This event is free; please register online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/343\">https:\/\/engage.wildlandspa.org\/calendar\/event\/343<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"621\" height=\"960\" class=\"wp-image-147546\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-6.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-6.jpeg 621w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-6-194x300.jpeg 194w, https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/word-image-147540-6-300x464.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 621px) 100vw, 621px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wildlands Conservancy Community &amp; Educational Calendar of Events for March 2026 And Announcement of Wildlands\u2019 Summer Camp 2026!!! 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