Upcoming Events
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10am CANCELLED: Wednesday Walkabout
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8am Morning Bird Walks
10am Cancelled: Volunteer Day
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10am Volunteer Day
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10am Wednesday Walkabout
7pm County Theatre 2040 Documentary Screening and Q+A
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8am Morning Bird Walks
10:30am VIRTUAL Annual Membership Meeting
11am VIRTUAL PROGRAM - Plants for a Changing Climate
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8am CANCELLED Birds & Bagels for Beginners
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10am Babes in the Woods
10am Fledgling Flock
10am Volunteer Day
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10am Wednesday Walkabout
7pm CANCELLED Naturalists Digital Toolbox
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8am Morning Bird Walks
10am Meditative Forest Walk with Barb Enger
10am Volunteer Day
12pm Earth Day Celebration
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1pm Introduction to Spring Foraging
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10am Fledgling Flock
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10am Yalla Yoga
10am Wednesday Walkabout
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10am Wednesday Walkabout
2pm Homeschool Discovery Series
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8am Morning Bird Walks
10am Meditative Forest Walk
7:30pm Croaks & Trills
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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.
APRIL
WEDNESDAY WALKABOUT
Wednesdays, April 3,10,17, 24: 10 - 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 necessary.
MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27: 8 - 10am
Age 15 & up
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Walk with a local bird leader and search for birds at Peace Valley Nature Center. Learn and practice basic bird watching and identification techniques. Meet outside of the PVNC Visitors’
Center at 8:00am and begin your bird-watching walk from there!
This is a free event for age 15+. All bird watching experience is welcome!
No registration necessary.
Documentary Screening and Panel Q+A
Wednesday, April 10th: 7 - 9pm
All ages
Prices listed in link below.
We have partnered with our friends at the County Theatre in Doylestown to present 2040, an engaging documentary that explores the very real possibility that humanity could reverse global climate change and improve the lives of every living thing in the process. The film will be followed by a Q&A session with a panel of community leaders who are working towards a more sustainable and joyful Bucks County through reforestation, energy policy, regenerative agriculture, education, and more. Keeping the same uplifting tone as the film, discussion afterwards will be centered around the positive changes happening right now in our community – and how you can get involved. 50% of proceeds will go to supporting the mission of Peace Valley Nature Center.
VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEMBER'S MEETING
Saturday, April 13th: 10:30 - 11am
Age: All Ages
Members are invited to join us as we review our accomplishments in 2023 and share our vision for the upcoming year and beyond.
No registration necessary.
Members will be emailed a link
VIRTUAL PLANTS FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE
Saturday, April 13th: 11am - 12pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Ambler Arboretum of Temple University Director Kathy Salisbury has had to think a lot about what plants will thrive in the changing climate. After more than 500 Arboretum trees were lost due to a EF2 tornado spawned from the remnants of Hurricane Ida in 2021, Kathy had to begin the process of rebuilding the Arboretum. Learn how the predicted changing climate had factored into plant selection and what plants you may consider using that will thrive in the future.
Due to ongoing repairs to the Visitor Center, our upcoming program, “Plants for a Changing Climate” scheduled for Saturday, April 13th at 11:00am, will now be a VIRTUAL PRESENTATION.
CANCELLED BIRDS & BAGELS FOR BEGINNERS
Sunday, April 14th: 8 - 10am
Age: Adults
$6/Members; $9/Non-Members
If you've wanted to begin watching birds, but didn't know where to start, here is your opportunity. We’ll start with bagels and coffee then learn the basics of field identification through visual and behavioral cues, as well as some common song recognition. Next we will head out to test our new found knowledge in the field. Bring binoculars if you have them.
BABES IN THE WOODS
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 - 11am
April 16th, 18th, 23rd, and 25th (rain date: April 30th)
Ages 9 months - 2 years with a caregiver
$50/Members, $60/Non-Members
This four-class series is designed for children ages 9 months- 2 years old along with an adult. Each program will include a nature discovery walk with a daily theme. Trails may not always be fit for strollers.
FLEDGLING FLOCK
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 - 11:30am
April 16th, 18th, 23rd, and 25th (rain date: April 30th)
Ages 3-5 with a caregiver
$75/Members, $85/Non-Members
From out of hibernation to spring time discoveries, join us for our spring Fledgling Flock series. This four-class series is designed for children ages 3-5 years old along with an adult. Each program will include a storybook, craft, and walk. Siblings under 3 may accompany for no charge.
CANCELLED nATURALIST'S dIGITAL TOOLBOX
Wednesday, April 17th: 7 - 8pm
Age: 15+
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
This workshop is all about using technology to elevate our experience in the woods. We will learn how to use a few identification apps, download them together, and hit the trail to begin using them. We’ll also go over some excellent resources for independent learning online. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of local flora and fauna, this is the class for you!
Meditative Forest Walk
Saturday, April 20th: 10 - 11am
Age: 15+
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
Would you like to explore your relationship with the forest environment? Join this group to take a sensory focused forest walk followed by 15 minutes of quiet meditation on the bank of the Neshaminy. Feel the calming effects! Led by Barb Enger, Certified Yoga Instructor and Pennsylvania Master Naturalist candidate.
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, April 20th: 12 - 3pm
Age: All Ages
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Every day is Earth Day! But especially today, when people in over 190 countries celebrate our planet through education, action, and commemoration. We will celebrate by providing our community a day full of activities in and around the Nature Center. This event is rain or shine.
No registration necessary.
INTRODUCTION TO SPRING FORAGING
Sunday, April 21st: 1 - 3pm
Age: 15+
$5/Members; $8/Non-Members
It's a special kind of magic to find food in the forest. This introductory class will cover ethical foraging practices, local edible plant identification, and recipes. We'll even hit the trail to harvest a delicious invasive species! Dress for the weather, this event is rain or shine! Ages 15+.
YALLA YOGA
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Wednesday, April 24th: 10 - 11am
$10 suggested donation per family
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.
MAY
WEDNESDAY WALKABOUT
Wednesdays, May 1st ,8th,15th, 22nd & 29th: 10 - 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 necessary.
MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, May 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th: 8 - 10am
Age: 15 & up
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Walk with a local bird leader and search for birds at Peace Valley Nature Center. Learn and practice basic bird watching and identification techniques. Meet outside of the Peace Valley Nature
Center at 8:00am and begin your bird-watching walk from there!
This is a free event for age 15+. All bird watching experience is welcome!
No registration necessary.
CROAKS & TRILLS
Saturday, May 4th: 7:30 -8:30pm
Age: Families
$8/Members; $10/Non-Members
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.
NATURE CONNECTIONS: Hooray for Hummingbirds
Saturday, May 11th: 1 - 2:30pm
Age: All
$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.
MEDITATIVE FOREST WALK
Saturday, May 4th: 10 - 11am
Age: 15+
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
Would you like to explore your relationship with the forest environment? Join this group to take a sensory focused forest walk followed by 15 minutes of quiet meditation on the bank of the Neshaminy. Feel the calming effects! Led by Barb Enger, Certified Yoga Instructor and Pennsylvania Master Naturalist candidate.
NATIVE PLANT SALE
Thursday, May 16th (Members Only): 10am - 4:30pm
Friday, May 17th: 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday, May 18th: 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday, May 19th: Noon - 4:30pm
Come shop our Annual Native Plant Sale! All proceeds benefit the mission of Peace Valley Nature Center.
YALLA YOGA
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Wednesday, May 22nd: 10 - 11am
$10 suggested donation per family
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.
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY
Saturday, May 25th: Noon - 3pm
Age: Kids & Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
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.
No registration necessary.
JUNE
Summer Solstice Hike & Campfire
Friday, June 21st: 7:30 - 9pm
Age: 15 & up
$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 Night June 27th
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Age: 15 & up
$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!
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
Firefly Walk
Friday Night June 28th
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Age: 15 & up
$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!
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
