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10am Yoga for Kids
2pm Rescheduled 2/5 & 2/12: Homeschool Discovery Series
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5:30pm February Full Moon 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.
FEBRUARY
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, February 5th & 19th: 2pm - 3 pm
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
CANCELLED - NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday February 9th: 2pm - 3pm
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.
CANCELLED - KNIT AND CROCHET CIRCLE
Sundays, February 12th & 26th: 1pm - 2 pm
Age: Adults
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
We all know that spending time in nature can help relieve stress and anxiety, improve your mood and boost feelings of happiness and well-being. But did you know that knitting (and crocheting) can lower heart rate and blood pressure and reduce harmful blood levels of stress hormones? Join us as we explore the benefits of knitting surrounded by the beauty of nature. The group is open to all skill levels, including newer knitters who need help reading patterns, choosing yarns, needles etc. and beginners who have never knitted before. We can make recommendations for patterns and locally sourced supplies to help you on your knitting journey. We don't want to exclude our community of crocheters! You are welcome! Our group leaders have only limited experience in crochet but we are willing to learn any new fiber related skill. These are open sessions, no pre-registration necessary. Limited to adults and children 14 and over.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FULL MOON WALK
Tuesday, February 11th: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
MAPLE SUGARING CELEBRATION
Saturday, February 22nd: 11am - 2pm
Rain date : February 23rd 11am - 2 pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) (no unaccompanied minors)
Free/donations kindly accepted
Bring family and friends or come as a group and experience the way maple sugar was collected and made during the pioneer days. We will travel to the sugar bush to bring back some maple sap for the addition to the boiling pot of soon-to-be syrup.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
MARCH
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, March 5th & 19th: 2pm - 3 pm
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 March 13th: 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
SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22 & 29th: 8am - 10am
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join a local birding expert for a guided bird walk at Peace Valley Nature Center! Discover and identify local birds as you learn and practice bird-watching techniques. Meet outside the PVNC Visitors’ Center at 8:00 am to begin your walk. This free event is open to ages 15 and up, and all experience levels are welcome!
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FULL MOON WALK
Friday, March 14th: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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.
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY - SPRING INTO NATURE
Saturday, March 15th: 12 - 3pm
Age: Families (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join us for Discovery Day, a free, family-friendly event where young explorers ages 3–12 can learn about nature in spring through fun activities and hands-on exploration. Children and their guardians are welcome to embark on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt with our themed checklist or simply enjoy the trails at their own pace.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
EQUINOX HIKE
Thursday, March 20th: 2pm - 3pm
Age: Adults
Free/Members; $5/Non-Members
Join us for a hike on this the first full day of spring. Let’s go discover what is happening! Dress for the weather and possible messy trails.
NATURALIST'S DIGITAL TOOLBOX
Wednesday, March 26th: 7pm - 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!
YOGA FOR KIDS
Wednesday, March 26th: 7pm - 8pm
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
AARK MEMBERS ONLY LIVE ANIMAL EXCLUSIVE
Saturday, March 29th: 1pm - 2pm
Age: Families
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join us for an engaging program offered by Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center featuring a live showcase of Pennsylvania’s native wildlife, including birds of prey, snakes, turtles, and amphibians. Learn about the vital work of Aark, from wildlife rehabilitation to conservation efforts. Hear the unique stories of Aark’s animal ambassadors, their challenges in the wild, and how they ended up in the rehab center. Discover fascinating insights into their natural history and the importance of protecting these remarkable creatures and their habitats.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
APRIL
WEDNESDAY WALK ABOUT
Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30th: 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
NATURE SKETCH GROUP
Thursday April 3rd: 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
SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS
Saturdays, April 2, 12, 19 & 26th: 8am - 10am
Age: 15+
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Join a local birding expert for a guided bird walk at Peace Valley Nature Center! Discover and identify local birds as you learn and practice bird-watching techniques. Meet outside the PVNC Visitors’ Center at 8:00 am to begin your walk. This free event is open to ages 15 and up, and all experience levels are welcome!
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
FULL MOON WALK
Wednesday, April 12th: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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.
INTRODUCTION TO SPRING FORAGING
Sunday, April 5th: 2 pm - 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+.
NATURE DISCOVERY DAY - EVERYDAY IS EARTH DAY
Saturday, April 26th: 12pm - 3pm
Age: All Ages (minors must be accompanied by an adult) (no unaccompanied minors)
FREE/Donations kindly accepted
Every day is Earth Day, but today we join over 190 countries in celebrating our planet through education, action, and community! Join us at the Nature Center for hands-on activities that connect us to nature and inspire care for our environment. This is a drop-in event and will take place rain or shine.
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
BIRDS & BAGELS FOR BEGINNERS
Sunday, April 26th: 2 pm - 3pm
Age: Adults
$6/Members; $9/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+.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
