Upcoming Events
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
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8:30am Garden Crew
10am Wednesday Walkabout
2pm Homeschool Discovery Series
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
7pm September Full Moon Walk
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
10am Fledgling Flock September 2025
10am Babes in the Woods: September 2025
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8:30am CANCELED Garden Crew
10am Wednesday Walkabout
2pm Homeschool Discovery Series
7:30pm Sustainability Round Table - Conscious Consumerism: Buying Less, Buying Better
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10am Babes in the Woods: September 2025
10am Fledgling Flock September 2025
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7pm Stories & S'mores Day Campfire
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
12pm Nature Discovery Day - Magnificent Migrations
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1pm Grounded in Nature: A Forest Mindfulness Series
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
10am Fledgling Flock September 2025
10am Babes in the Woods: September 2025
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8:30am Garden Crew
9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
10am Wednesday Walkabout
2pm Homeschool Discovery Series
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10am Babes in the Woods: September 2025
10am Fledgling Flock September 2025
11am Nature Sketch Group
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2pm Wild Reads Book Club
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
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8:30am Garden Crew
10am Wednesday Walkabout
10am Yoga for Kids
2pm Homeschool Discovery Series
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7pm Fall Harvest Sampler
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
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9am Habitat Restoration Volunteer day
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2pm Wednesday Walkabout
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11am Nature Sketch Group
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8am Saturday Morning Bird Walk
10am Public Seed Swap
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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.
SEPTEMBER
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, September 3, 10, 13, 24th: 10am - 11am
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
SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, September 6, 13, 20, 27th: 8am - 10am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join a local birding expert for a guided walk at Peace Valley Nature Center, where you'll explore the trails in search of local bird species. This is a great opportunity to learn and practice bird-watching and identification.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FULL MOON WALK
Sunday, September 7th: 7pm - 8pm
Age: Adults
Free/Members $5/Non Members
The Full Moon Walk series is your opportunity to explore the park after dark! This educational walk is all about our closest celestial neighbor and how it affects life on earth, both human and otherwise.
SUSTAINABILITY ROUND TABLE
Wednesday, September 10th: 7:30pm - 9pm
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Our Sustainability Round Table is an informal, community-led discussion where we dive into a different sustainability topic each month. This is a space to ask questions, share ideas, and exchange resources with neighbors who care about making environmentally mindful choices. Whether you're just getting started or have experience to share, all are welcome—no expertise required! September's topic is Conscious Consumerism: Buying Less, Buying Better
Discuss how to make mindful purchasing decisions — including choosing sustainable brands, avoiding fast fashion, and embracing minimalism.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY - MAGNIFICENT MIGRATIONS
Saturday, September 13th: Noon - 3pm
Age: Kids and Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Drop in and discover a variety of nature-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about magnificent migrations though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you discover the wonders of animal migrations.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday, September 18th: 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
STORIES & S'MORES DAY CAMPFIRE
Friday, September 12th: 7pm - 8pm
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members $8/Non Members
Let’s celebrate the end of summer with our favorite camping snack. We’ll gather around the campfire to share stories and s’mores along the shore of Lake Galena. Please bring a lawn chair. Advanced registration required.
WILD READS BOOK CLUB
Friday, September 19th: 2pm - 4pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Love books? Fascinated by the natural world? Join Wild Reads, a monthly book club hosted by the nature center, where we explore stories and ideas that deepen our connection to nature. From memoirs and essays to fiction and field guides, we read a variety of books that celebrate, question, and illuminate the wild around and within us. September's book is Horizon by Barry Lopez.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
GROUNDED IN NATURE: A FOREST MINDFULNESS SERIES
Sunday, September 14th: 9am - 10am
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.
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, September 24th: 10am - 11am
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$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
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FALL HARVEST SAMPLER
Friday, September 26th: 7pm - 10pm
Age: Adults
We are excited to announce the 9th Annual Fall Harvest Sampler on Friday, September 26th at 7pm at the fabulous Peace Valley Nature Center! Hosted by the Friends of Peace Valley Nature Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, with support from the Bucks County Department of Parks and Recreation, this is our largest fundraiser of the year. Featuring live music, a silent auction, and raffles, guests will also enjoy an incredible lineup of craft beer and seasonal foods courtesy of B&B Beverages and Penn Taproom.
OCTOBER
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th: 2pm - 3pm
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
SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25th: 8am - 10am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join a local birding expert for a guided walk at Peace Valley Nature Center, where you'll explore the trails in search of local bird species. This is a great opportunity to learn and practice bird-watching and identification.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FULL MOON WALK
Tuesday, October 7th: 7pm - 8pm
Age: Adults
Free/Members $5/Non Members
The Full Moon Walk series is your opportunity to explore the park after dark! This educational walk is all about our closest celestial neighbor and how it affects life on earth, both human and otherwise.
SUSTAINABILITY ROUND TABLE : CLIMATE - READY PLANTING
Wednesday, October 8th: 7:30pm - 9pm
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
The climate is changing—are your gardens ready? Join us for an inspiring conversation about how shifting weather patterns are shaping the way we choose plants today for a healthier tomorrow. Discover beautiful, resilient native and adapted species that will thrive in our future climate, support pollinators, and help create a more sustainable landscape. Bring your questions, ideas, and curiosity as we explore how to grow with the changes ahead.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
GLOW HIKE
Wednesday, October 22nd: 7pm - 8pm
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members $8/Non Members
Experience the magic of Peace Valley Nature Center in a whole new light. Using a blacklight, we will reveal the hidden treasures of plants, animals, and fungi throughout the forest floor. Join us for this rare opportunity to see the woodland glow!
WILD READS BOOK CLUB
Friday, October 17th: 2pm - 4pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Love books? Fascinated by the natural world? Join Wild Reads, a monthly book club hosted by the nature center, where we explore stories and ideas that deepen our connection to nature. From memoirs and essays to fiction and field guides, we read a variety of books that celebrate, question, and illuminate the wild around and within us. October's book is How to Love a Forest by Ethan Tapper
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
PUBLIC SEED SWAP
Saturday, October 4th: 10am - 12am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join us for a fun and informative seed swap event! Exchange excess seeds with fellow gardeners, learn about new plant varieties, and connect with your local gardening community. Bring your extra seeds labeled with variety and growing conditions. We recommend bringing a notebook and pen to record your traded seeds.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY -TREMENDOUS TREES
Saturday, October 25th: Noon - 3pm
Age: Kids and Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Drop in and discover a variety of tree-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about trees and the animals that depend on them though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you discover the wonders of trees.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
MRS. SPIDER'S SEARCH AND STORYTIME
Sunday, October 19th: 1pm - 2:30pm
Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Members; $5/Non-Members
Bring along your favorite stuffed pal & join us on this whimsical day! We will listen to some fantastical tales read by Mrs. Spider and search for spiders and their webs in the fields and forests. Registration required. Recommended for families with children ages 2-8.
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday October 2nd: 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, October 12th: 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.
REGISTER HERE
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, October 29th: 10am - 11am
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$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
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NOVEMBER
SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, November 1, 8, 15th: 8am - 10am
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join a local birding expert for a guided walk at Peace Valley Nature Center, where you'll explore the trails in search of local bird species. This is a great opportunity to learn and practice bird-watching and identification.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATIONAL TAKE A HIKE DAY
Sunday, November 16th: 1pm - 2:15pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Happy National Take a Hike Day! Join us for a walk in the woods on the Nature Center trails.
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19th: 2pm - 3pm
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 CONNECTIONS - BIRDFEEDING 101
Sunday, November 22nd: 1:30 pm - 3pm
Age: Families 12+ (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5 suggested donation
Feeding wild birds is a great way to connect to nature. This workshop will show you the best way to entice our feathered friends to your yard with the right components: seed and feeder type, proper placement, shelter,
FULL MOON WALK
Wednesday, November 5th: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Age: Adults
Free/Members $5/Non Members
The Full Moon Walk series is your opportunity to explore the park after dark! This educational walk is all about our closest celestial neighbor and how it affects life on earth, both human and otherwise.
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, November 26th: 10am - 11am
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$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
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
OWL PROWL
Friday, November 7th: 7pm - 8:30pm
Age: Kids and Families
$8/Members $10/Non Members
Come discover the unique adaptations that make owls the top predators of the night sky. Indoor presentation followed by a hike in the woods. Please dress for the weather.
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY - GIVE THANKS TO NATURE
Saturday, November 29th: Noon - 3pm
Age: Kids and Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Drop in and discover a variety of nature-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about a unique nature topic though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you discover the wonders of nature.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday, November 8th: 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
SUSTAINABILITY ROUND TABLE
Wednesday, October 12th: 7:30pm - 9pm
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Our Sustainability Round Table is an informal, community-led discussion where we dive into a different sustainability topic each month. This is a space to ask questions, share ideas, and exchange resources with neighbors who care about making environmentally mindful choices. Whether you're just getting started or have experience to share, all are welcome—no expertise required!
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
WILD READS BOOK CLUB
Friday, November 14th: 2pm - 4pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Love books? Fascinated by the natural world? Join Wild Reads, a monthly book club hosted by the nature center, where we explore stories and ideas that deepen our connection to nature. From memoirs and essays to fiction and field guides, we read a variety of books that celebrate, question, and illuminate the wild around and within us.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
DECEMBER
FULL MOON WALK
Thursday, December 4th: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Age: Adults
Free/Members $5/Non Members
The Full Moon Walk series is your opportunity to explore the park after dark! This educational walk is all about our closest celestial neighbor and how it affects life on earth, both human and otherwise.
WINTER SOLSTICE HIKE
Sunday, December 21st: 10am - 11:30am
Age: Adults
$3/Members $5/Non Members
Join us for a hike to celebrate the promise of longer days. We'll discover the myths and legends behind the shortest day of the year and end with a cup of hot cocoa.
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EDIBLE ORNAMENTS FOR WILDLIFE
Saturday, December 6th: 1:30pm - 3pm
Age: All ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$5/Members $10/Non Members
Natural food is hard for wildlife to find in winter. We'll create edible ornaments to decorate trees for wildlife at the nature center and in your yard.
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WINTER BREAK DISCOVERY DAY
Tuesday, December 30th: Noon - 3pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Drop in and discover a variety of winter-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about a unique nature topic though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
SUSTAINABILITY ROUND TABLE
Wednesday, December 10th: 7:30pm - 9pm
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Our Sustainability Round Table is an informal, community-led discussion where we dive into a different sustainability topic each month. This is a space to ask questions, share ideas, and exchange resources with neighbors who care about making environmentally mindful choices. Whether you're just getting started or have experience to share, all are welcome—no expertise required!
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, December 31st: 10am - 11am
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$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
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
LUMINARIA STROLL
Friday, December 12th: 5pm -7pm
Age: All ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
$20 Car
Step into the quiet beauty of winter as hundreds of softly glowing luminaries guide you along Peace Valley Nature Center’s meandering trail. Watch the sun set over Lake Galena while the flicker of candlelight grows brighter, creating a peaceful glow through the trees. After your stroll, gather by the crackling campfire to sip warm drinks and enjoy the calm of a December evening. Let the gentle lights and stillness of nature welcome the season in a truly magical way.
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