What’s a better way to start a Sunday morning off than with all things birds? Join us for a guided bird walk, meet and greet with one of our live education birds, and an interactive bird banding demonstration. We’ll head out on the trails of Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary to look for the seasonally changing cast of avian characters, and end the morning in our woodland pavilion with an educational presentation of one of our feathered animal ambassadors. A bird banding demonstration will also be conducted opportunistically as conditions allow, granting participants a rare up-close look at research being done on bird populations at our preserve. All birding skill-levels are welcome! This program is outdoors, so dress for the weather. Preregistration and masks are required, and we will socially distance.

We’ll meet at Louise Moore Park to enjoy a winter exploration walk! If weather allows, we’ll snowshoe! All it takes is a little practice and some pointers. Wear appropriate footwear such as hiking boots or insulated, waterproof boots. Equipment and instruction provided including little snowshoes for ages 5+ This program is provided free of charge by funding from Northampton County Parks. This program is outdoors, so dress for the weather. Preregistration and masks are required, and we will socially distance.

“You & Me” is a program designed for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. Together teams experience the wonders of nature, promoting curiosity and exploration, in a safe, supportive environment. This month: Did you know that hoots heard echoing across the hollows in winter are all about courtship and bonding? It’s true! Join us this month to discover which owls are active near you, with our live education owls and an interactive I-spy hike.

The cost per team, per program, is $15. Teams consist of one child, and one adult. If you are bringing more than one child, please be aware that the cost of additional children is $15 per child. Adults do not need to register themselves when registering their child/children for a You and Me program.

Wildlands Conservancy’s Nature Co-op programs are supplemental field-based environmental science experiences for homeschool students in grades K-5. All programs include an experience with our Animal Ambassadors. Emphasis is placed on answering a question in a fun, hands-on way that leads to a means to create positive change in our environment.

This month: What are Leave No Trace principles? Focus is on the next phase of plant and animal lifecycles in a northern temperate forest. Includes: pond scooping/ forest and meadow habitat hikes/ animal babies and botanical regeneration

This program is outdoors, so dress for the weather. Preregistration and masks are required, and we will socially distance.

We supply the snowshoes, you supply the love! Join our environmental educator for a fun alternative to a box of chocolates. Discover all of the beauty that the Sanctuary offers. Bring any special someone in your life: significant other, best friend, grandchild – a night for all. Price is per couple, please register just one partner. In the case of no snow, we’ll hike. This program is outdoors, so dress for the weather. Preregistration and masks are required, and we will socially distance.