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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
7:30pm CANCELED Croaks and Trills
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9am Volunteer Day
11am Forest Therapy for Caregivers
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
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1pm Grounded in Nature: A Forest Mindfulness Series
1pm Nature Connections: Hooray for Hummingbirds
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9am Volunteer Day
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10am Wednesday Walkabout
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10am Native Plant Sale
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
10am Native Plant Sale
11am Annual Membership Meeting
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10am Native Plant Sale
12pm Mushroom Meander
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9am Volunteer Day
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9am Volunteer Day
10am Wednesday Walkabout
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9am Volunteer Day
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
12pm Nature Discovery Day - Incredible Insects
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10am Yoga for Kids
10am Wednesday Walkabout
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
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Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be issued to any participant who cancels a minimum of 48 hours in advance, and to all participants in the event the program is cancelled by PVNC. Please make every effort to attend events you have registered for.
If you cannot attend, please contact the Nature Center so we can allow someone else to take your place.
All programs are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions, unless specified otherwise.
MAY
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21 & 28th: 10am - 11:15am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Take a walkabout in nature with us! This series is for adults who want to stay active and expand their knowledge of the natural world. Each week has a unique theme, which we'll explore through an educational hike.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday May 1st: 11am - 12pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Bring your sketch pad and favorite drawing materials. We will meet for a short drawing demonstration and then find an interesting spot around the Nature Center to independently create nature sketches. At the end of the session, we will share our sketches with the group for an informal critique. Come prepared to draw outside. All levels of experience are welcome.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
CANCELED - CROAKS AND TRILLS
Saturday, May 3rd: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) (no unaccompanied minors)
$8/Members
Partner Level and Above
Come slosh with us as we traverse the trails to the homes frogs and toads. Learn about their habits and habitats, and listen for their songs. It may be muddy, so dress accordingly.
GROUNDED IN NATURE: A FOREST MINDFULNESS SERIES
Sunday, May 11th: 1pm - 2:30pm
Age: 15+
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
This series invites participants to connect with nature through a variety of mindful practices, each session offering a unique approach to grounding oneself in the beauty and serenity of the outdoors. Together we will explore different ways to deepen our relationship with the natural world—through meditation, mindful walking, sensory exploration, and more. Join us to experience the calming and restorative power of the forest while cultivating a sense of inner peace and presence.
NATURE CONNECTIONS: HOORAY FOR HUMMINGBIRDS
Sunday, May 11th: 10am - 11:30am
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) (no unaccompanied minors)
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
It won’t be long before the hummingbirds will return to zip around your yard. Join us to learn more about these flying jewels and how to attract them to your garden. Each participant will make a simple feeder to take home in this hands-on workshop.
MUSHROOM MEANDER
Sunday, May 18th: 12am - 2pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) (no unaccompanied minors)
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
Join Bethany Teigen of the Philadelphia Mycology Club for a guided mushroom walk in the park. We will discuss how to find and identify mushrooms around us, as well as learn about their roles in our ecosystem.
FOREST THERAPY FOR CAREGIVERS
Sunday, May 4th: 11am - 1:30pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Calling all CAREGIVERS to join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Stacey Vinci for a very special sensory guided walk, wander, and reflection at Peace Valley Nature Center.
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, May 28th: 10am - 11am
Age: kids
$10 Suggested Donation
Introduce your family to a love of nature and yoga with an energetic, themed class full of kids yoga poses, songs, games, crafts and stories. Children will come away with age-appropriate breathing and mindfulness techniques and lots of fun yoga poses to practice at home. Class is geared to ages 2-5 but siblings are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Held outdoors in the pavilion by the Nature Center or inside the Nature Center depending on weather. No registration necessary. Suggested donation: $10.00 per family.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY - INCREDIBLE INSECTS
Saturday, May 24th: Noon - 3pm
Age: Kids and Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join us for Discovery Day, a free, family-friendly event where young explorers (ages 3–12) can dive into the amazing world of insects through hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Kids and their guardians are invited to embark on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt with our themed checklist or simply enjoy a walk on the trails.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATIVE PLANT SALE
Friday, May 16th: 10am - 7pm MEMBERS ONLY
Saturday, May 17th: 10am - 5pm
Sunday, May 18th: 10am - 3pm
Age: Adults
Come shop our Annual Native Plant Sale! All proceeds benefit the mission of Peace Valley Nature Center.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
JUNE
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, June 4 & 11th: 10am - 11:15am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Take a walkabout in nature with us! This series is for adults who want to stay active and expand their knowledge of the natural world. Each week has a unique theme, which we'll explore through an educational hike.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday, June 5th: 11am - 12pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Bring your sketch pad and favorite drawing materials. We will meet for a short drawing demonstration and then find an interesting spot around the Nature Center to independently create nature sketches. At the end of the session, we will share our sketches with the group for an informal critique. Come prepared to draw outside. All levels of experience are welcome.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
GROUNDED IN NATURE: A FOREST MINDFULNESS SERIES
Sunday, June 8th: 1pm - 2:30pm
Age: 15+
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
This series invites participants to connect with nature through a variety of mindful practices, each session offering a unique approach to grounding oneself in the beauty and serenity of the outdoors. Together we will explore different ways to deepen our relationship with the natural world—through meditation, mindful walking, sensory exploration, and more. Join us to experience the calming and restorative power of the forest while cultivating a sense of inner peace and presence.
SUMMER SOLSTICE EVE HIKE & CAMPFIRE
Friday, June 20th: 7:30pm - 9pm
Age: 15+
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
You're invited to help us celebrate the longest day of the year. We’ll enjoy the late sunset, take an evening trail walk, and then convene around the campfire. Weather permitting.
FIREFLY WALK
Thursday, June 26th: 8:30pm - 9:30pm
All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
Fireflies are the defining creature of summer time, so they deserve their own night! Our firefly walk is a family-friendly event centered around this bioluminescent cohabitant. You're sure to learn a lot and have a memorable time!
FIREFLY WALK
Friday, June 27th: 8:30pm - 9:30pm
All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
Fireflies are the defining creature of summer time, so they deserve their own night! Our firefly walk is a family-friendly event centered around this bioluminescent cohabitant. You're sure to learn a lot and have a memorable time!
JULY
GROUNDED IN NATURE: A FOREST MINDFULNESS SERIES
Sunday, July 13th: 1pm - 2:30pm
Age: 15+
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
This series invites participants to connect with nature through a variety of mindful practices, each session offering a unique approach to grounding oneself in the beauty and serenity of the outdoors. Together we will explore different ways to deepen our relationship with the natural world—through meditation, mindful walking, sensory exploration, and more. Join us to experience the calming and restorative power of the forest while cultivating a sense of inner peace and presence.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
GOLDEN HOUR SCENIC WALK
Tuesday, July 15th: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Age: Adult
Free
Experience the magic of twilight on our Sunset Nature Walk! Join our knowledgeable guide for a peaceful stroll through scenic trails as the sky fills with vibrant sunset colors. Discover local wildlife, plants, and listen to the sounds of nature as daytime transitions to night. Don’t miss this serene journey as the forest comes to life in the glow of the setting sun.
BAT BONANZA
Thursday, July 17th: 8pm - 9pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
Experience the magic of the park after dark on this exciting night hike as we search for bats (Chiroptera) in their natural habitat. Along the way, you’ll uncover fascinating facts about these often-misunderstood creatures and their vital role in our ecosystem. Please note, the event will be canceled in case of inclement weather.
EARLY REGISTRATION FOR PARTNER LEVEL AND ABOVE
5/1/25 -6/13/25
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday, July 17th: 11am - 12pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Bring your sketch pad and favorite drawing materials. We will meet for a short drawing demonstration and then find an interesting spot around the Nature Center to independently create nature sketches. At the end of the session, we will share our sketches with the group for an informal critique. Come prepared to draw outside. All levels of experience are welcome.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
