Drop in and Discover July 1: Oil Spill Clean-Up

Andrew J. Conner Nature Center 4105 Asbury Road, Erie, PA, United States

They say that oil and water don't mix and that is especially true in nature. See if you can help clean up our mock oil spill and help keep all the animals safe! Join us for the mash of science and art. Just by using water and its amazing molecular properties, we can separate ink […]

Free

Garden Seedlings

Each session will revolve around a topic that is sure to captivate young explorers! We also provide sensory activities, crafts, and games to make environmental education come alive. The Wizard of the Woods has awakened from his long winter slumber, and he is excited to share some magic with the youngsters. His stories and legends […]

Women in Wetlands Section Webinar: Does restoration work? An amphibian-centric look at restoration in geographically isolated wetlands

This webinar is for SWS members only. Geographically isolated wetlands provide a critical habitat for pond-breeding amphibians, a taxa of broad conservation concern. Restoration of wetlands typically includes goals to recover the wetlands’ physiochemical, hydrological, and ecological functions. However, for pond-breeding amphibians, successful restoration should also result in sustained populations, which is difficult to assess […]

Environmental Book Club-Braiding Sweetgrass

Join us for thoughtful discussions as we reflect on several informative books that can help us better understand our place in the natural world. Along the way, we will examine several environmental issues and discover how we can contribute to their solutions. This year, we will explore the non-fiction works of four acclaimed authors. Participants […]

$20

Water Testing at Tom Ridge Environmental Center

Join us as we explore the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Meet us at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center to learn how the Regional Science Consortium tests local freshwater to make sure the public stays safe. We will also see a tour of the testing laboratory. Date: Thursday, July 13 Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Age: […]

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Love Your Lake 2023

Dry Brooks Day Use Area, Blue Marsh Lake 1420 Palisades Dr, Leesport, PA, United States

Join us and our partners to celebrate Lake Appreciation Month at the Love Your Lake 2023! Enjoy an evening dedicated to lake appreciation with a variety of educational and recreational activities. Activities include information about water safety, watersheds, HABs, water quality, and an evening float! 5PM-8PM Educational Activities & Paddle Board Demonstrations* 8PM-10PM Evening Paddle/Float […]

2023 APMS 63rd Annual Meeting

We will kick things off on the evening of Monday July 24th with the President’s Reception at Punch Bowl Social, one of Indy’s premier meeting spots. This location has bowling, arcades, and a host of different table games. All that attend are sure to have a great time dining, playing, and catchup up with friends. […]

Creek Walk

Come with us on a hike to Walnut Creek from Brown’s Farm and learn all about the impact of this important water resource. Date: Saturday, July 29 Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Age: Adults and children 8 years and up Location: Brown’s Farm Supporting Donor Fee: $5 Program Fee: $7

$7

August 2023 Webinar – Conservation Planning in Municipalities: Case Studies of Urban Wetlands & Waterways

Community conservation planning practices decrease the negative impacts of development on nature. They are also applied by communities seeking enhanced benefits from the natural resources they manage. Ronda will provide an overview of community plans that have led to urban water projects including comprehensive plans, park system master plans, economic development strategic plans, resiliency plans, […]