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May 2022
Spring Wildflower Walk – CANCELED
If “the earth laughs in flowers,” as wrote Emerson, then this walk will leave you guffawing as we visit stands of trout lily, trillium, shooting star, Virginia bluebells, cohosh, and more. In an annual tradition, Executive Director Mike Weilbacher takes you down the Ravine Loop to visit these ephemeral beauties and share the extraordinary life stories. Space is limited to 25 participants. Registration is required. This event is canceled due to weather and low enrollment.
Find out more »Spring Fungi Hike with the Philadelphia Mycology Club
Morels, chicken of the woods, and oyster mushrooms–with the temperate weather and rainy days of spring, the forest starts to come alive with different varieties of fungi. Hike along our Ravine Loop as we learn how to identify common fungi and discover what makes each so unique. Hike route is roughly two miles in length with hills and some rocky, uneven terrain. Good hiking shoes are recommended. Space is limited to 25 participants. Donations are appreciated. Registration is required.
Find out more »June 2022
Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Summer Wild Food Walk and Talk
Learn about wild foods and their possible adaptation for Filipinx recipes with Bahay215’s Nicky Uy. Together with environmental educator Nick Tonetti, they will enlighten you while sampling nature’s delicious diversity. Become acquainted with apple mint, mugwort, and others known to be invasive or weeds, a grouping of plants that Dr. Jessica Hernandez, Indigenous scientist and author of "Fresh Banana Leaves," calls our 'displaced relatives.’ As we walk on the trails and in the gallery, and listen and share traditional Filipino…
Find out more »July 2022
Restoration Volunteer Workday: Caring for a Late Succession Forest
See our woodland wildflowers and berries in full bloom as we spend the morning caring for habitats along our Wildflower Loop. Learn about what it means to be a 'late succession' forest and how to care for this vital ecosystem for long term sustainability. This workday will include the moving of woody materials and the use of hand tools. We recommend wearing long pants and sturdy boots and bringing a pair of gloves if you have them available. No experience…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »August 2022
Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturday: Self-Guided Nature Exploration for Families
From the colorful autumn leaves to the fresh snow of winter, discover the beauty and wonder along our trails through this FREE weekly self-guided program. Pick up a nature exploration kit at our Visitor Center and then hit the trails to complete the activities inside. Explorer kits can be picked up anytime between 10:00-12:00 on a first-come, first-served basis. Explorer kits have activities in them that are meant to be done along our trails and then returned when finished. All…
Find out more »October 2022
Art Opening Forest Makings
The Center’s new environmental art exhibition, Forest Makings, explores practices of today's forest conservation. It features a series of sculptures, weavings and installations. Experiencing this exhibit will shed light on our forests’ environmental benefits, current threats as a result of climate change, and its management in response to survival of biodiversity and economic desire. Following a guided hike through our forest with educator Sam Bucciarelli, we’ll enjoy music by drummers and instrument makers Rich Robinson and Karen Smith, and light…
Find out more »Smith Run Fall Migration Hike
Smith Run, a first order stream, one of the last remaining in Philadelphia is the destination for a guided bird walk. From the headwaters to the Schuylkill River, we will hike the length of this stream looking for fall migrants as we meander approximately 1 mile over moderate to steep terrain. This is a River Days event held in conjunction with the Alliance for Watershed Education of the Delaware River. River Days aims to elevate the importance of experiential programming,…
Find out more »December 2022
Winter Solstice Hike – FULL
The Solstice Hike has reached capacity. If you would like to be notified if space opens due to cancellations please email info@schuylkillcenter.org The new winter season begins at 4:47 p.m. on December 21. But what exactly happens at that moment? On a lively walk through a winter forest, Mike Weilbacher explains the science of the season, like why “solstice” translates as “sun standing,” why mistletoe and holly are symbols of the December holidays, why light is central to these holidays,…
Find out more »February 2023
Wildlife Saturday – Winter Wildlife Hike
Explore the frosty forest and learn about our native species’ winter habits with our educators. The ways they adapt to thrive in the winter is one of the most impressive aspects of our ecosystem. Immerse yourself in some wilderness knowledge while enjoying our trails, which are home to countless fascinating critters. We'll be taking a deep dive into not only their winter habits but how they transition into spring - or as we like to call it, baby season! Space…
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Owl Prowl (FULL)
*This event has reached capacity.* Experience the quiet thrill of our forests' most mysterious resident! Owls are one of the most fascinating creatures - these night time hunters are rarely seen, although traces of their existence can be found with a watchful eye. Learn about the physical and behavioral characteristics that make these birds so exceptional. After that, we’ll grab our flashlights and take a hike, searching and listening for these elusive birds. Space is limited; registration is required. This…
Find out more »April 2023
Schuylkill Saturdays: Family-Friendly Guided Hikes
Start your morning with a guided hike led by an environmental educator and learn about the marvels of our 365 acre forest. Schuylkill Saturdays are free, open to all ages, and take place rain or shine; no registration required. Please note that this hike will be about an hour long and the trails are not stroller-friendly. Hikes will start from the Visitor Center.
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturdays: Family-Friendly Guided Hikes
Start your morning with a guided hike led by an environmental educator and learn about the marvels of our 365 acre forest. Schuylkill Saturdays are free, open to all ages, and take place rain or shine; no registration required. Please note that this hike will be about an hour long and the trails are not stroller-friendly. Hikes will start from the Visitor Center.
Find out more »Schuylkill Saturdays: Family-Friendly Guided Hikes
Start your morning with a guided hike led by an environmental educator and learn about the marvels of our 365 acre forest. Schuylkill Saturdays are free, open to all ages, and take place rain or shine; no registration required. Please note that this hike will be about an hour long and the trails are not stroller-friendly. Hikes will start from the Visitor Center.
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