Linn Conservancy’s Family Nature Programs, Spring ’23

Posted February 6, 2023

This spring, families and children of all ages can experience the natural world in many fun-filled ways through the Linn Conservancy’s Nature Programs.

These programs are designed to provide fun for all ages while educating even the youngest and oldest on the wonders of our local, natural world. Please see the schedule below for all of our upcoming Spring ’23 Nature Programs.

For more information, please email [email protected] or call 570-524-2959.

Nature’s Explorers – Dance with Kelly Knox
Saturday, March 11th
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(Ages 4-10 and their families)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Guest Host: Kelly Knox, Associate Professor of Dance, Bucknell University

Enjoy dance and movement in nature.

This event is in coordination with the Lewisburg Children’s Museum, Bucknell University Humanities Center, and the Union County Historical Society. For children ages 4-10 and their families. Parent(s) required to accompany children. Please register for this program on the Lewisburg Children’s Museum website at lewisburgchildrensmuseum.org/natures-explorers.

Explore the Night Sky
Thursday, March 23rd/25th Rain Date
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
(Ages 18+)

Location: Bucknell University Observatory, Lewisburg, PA

Observe and identify stars and constellations.

Registration required. Please register at www.linnconservancy.org/registration. Participants must be 18+. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Nature’s Explorers – Pictures and Sounds, Look and Listen
Saturday, April 8th
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(Ages 4-10 and their families)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Guest Host: Rebecca Meyers, Academic Film Programmer and Lecturer, Bucknell University

Explore photography and music in nature.

Hawk Talk and Birding Hike
Saturday, April 15th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 18+)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Guest Host: Michael Kuriga, “The Bird Man” and his peregrine falcon to learn about birds of prey, then enjoy bird watching along the trails at Dale’s Ridge.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. Participants must be 18+. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Trees & Me
Saturday, April 15th
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(All ages)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Learn about the legacy of trees, explore forest ecology and discover what it means to be an environmental steward.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. Family friendly event for all ages. Parent(s) required to accompany children. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Frog Frenzy
Saturday, April 22nd
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(All Ages)

Location: Glacier Pools Preserve, 757 Pine Road, Hughesville, PA

Guest Host: PA Fish and Boat Commission

Learn about amphibians, indicator species, geology and vernal pools on this guided hike.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. Family friendly event for all ages. Parent(s) required to accompany children. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Art in the Park
Saturday, April 29th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(All Ages)

Location: Hufnagle Park, Lewisburg, PA

Join us at Hufnagle Park to create your very own painting for you to take home.

Registration not required. Family friendly event for all ages. Parent(s) required to accompany children.

Historical Tour of Lewisburg (Following Limestone Run) Part I – Walking Tour
Saturday, May 6th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 18+ or child with parent/guardian)

Starting Location: Meet at the east end of Mill Street, east of the intersection of Mill Street and Brown Street. End point: North 7th Street and Green Alley.

Explore the environmental history of Limestone Run in Lewisburg during this guided walking tour.

This event is in coordination with our affiliate, Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance (BCWA), Bucknell University Humanities Center, and the Union County Historical Society.

This is a free even though registration is required. Please register at www.linnconservancy.org/registration. For adults ages 18+, though children are welcome accompanied by an adult.

Bird House Building
Saturday, May 13th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 10-17)

Location: Turtle Creek Preserve, 1248 Supplee Mill Rd, Lewisburg, PA

Blue bird boxes are ready to be built and dispersed with your help.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. For children ages 10-17. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Nature’s Explorers – Birds
Saturday, May 13th
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(Ages 4-10 and their families)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Guest Hosts: Morgan Benowitz-Fredericks, Professor of BIology/Animal Behavior Bucknell University and Matthew Heintzelman, Associate Professor of Biology, Bucknell University

Learn all about birds and their unique adaptations.

This event is in coordination with the Lewisburg Children’s Museum, Bucknell University Humanities Center, and the Union County Historical Society. For children ages 4-10 and their families. Parent(s) required to accompany children. Please register for this program on the Lewisburg Children’s Museum website at lewisburgchildrensmuseum.org/natures-explorers.

Historical Tour of Lewisburg (Following Limestone Run) Part II – Bike Tour
Saturday, May 20th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 18+ or child with parent/guardian)

Starting Location: Meet at the St. Mary’s Wetlands on Hardwood Drive. End point: We’ll bike the Buffalo Valley Rail Trail to Hoffa Mill Road (and the Purple Cow!)

Explore the environmental history of Limestone Run in Lewisburg during this guided bike tour.

This event is in coordination with our affiliate, Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance (BCWA), Bucknell University Humanities Center, and the Union County Historical Society.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. For adults ages 18+, though children are welcome accompanied by an adult.

Native Plant/Mushroom ID & Foraging Hike
Saturday, May 27th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 18+)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Guest Hosts: Bill Russel, Founder and past president of the Central Pennsylvania Mushroom Society and author of the popular Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic.

Enjoy seeking and finding native mushrooms and plant species with our experts followed by a tasty mushroom treat for all to share.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. For adults age 18+. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Trail Blazing Scavenger Hunt @ Susquehanna Greenway Outdoor Expo
Saturday, June 3rd
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Shikellamy State Park, 401 Bridge Ave, Sunbury, PA

Bring your family to enjoy a family friendly scavenger hunt in honor of National Trails Day.

Registration not required. Family friendly event for all ages. Parent(s) required to accompany children.

What’s the Buzz About Pollinators?
Saturday, June 17th
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
(Ages 18+)

Location: Linn Conservancy Native Plant Garden, 589 Fairground Road, Lewisburg, PA

Discover the importance of pollinators and native plant species while exploring our Native Plant Garden.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. For adults ages 18+. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.

Pollinator and Native Plants @ the PA Lavender Festival
Saturday, June 17th
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
(All Ages)

Location: Blue Sparrow Farm, 704 Klinetob Rd., Milton, PA

We will be offering a “Pollinator & Native Plants” presentation featuring guest speaker, Elizabeth Capaldi, Professor of Animal Behavior at Bucknell University. and a family friendly activity led by Becky Cunfer, Adventure Coordinator at the Linn Conservancy, from 1PM-3PM during the PA Lavender Festival.

The PA Lavender Festival runs both Saturday June 17th and Sunday June 18th. Open from 10am-8pm Saturday and 10am-6pm Sunday, this event will also showcase artists, crafters, wineries, distilleries, food trucks, educational demonstrations and more.

Registration not required for our presentation and activity, but tickets must be purchased to enter the festival. To get tickets, please visit bluesparrowfarm.ticketleap.com/pa-lavender-festival/.

Conservation Day Camp
Monday-Friday, June 19th-23rd
9:00AM – 3:30PM
(Ages 8-17)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Enjoy a week of outdoor fun, primitive skill building and more.

Registration required. For children ages 8-17. Participants and parent(s) should also plan to attend Camp Orientation scheduled for May 27th from 1-3 PM. More details about Camp Orientation will be shared with all camper families.

Registration will open in March 2023.

The Great American Backyard Campout
Friday, June 23rd & Saturday, June 24th / 24th & 25th Rain Date
4:00 PM – 10:00 AM
(Ages 8-17 and their families)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Campers and their families will enjoy an evening in nature including a campfire, s’mores and so much more!

Registration required. For children enrolled in Conservation Day Camp and their families only. Participants must be accompanied by an adult to attend. More details about the Great American Backyard Campout will be shared with all camper families.

Registration will open in March 2023.

Fireflies in the Night
Friday, June 23rd
8:15 PM – 9:15 PM
(All Ages)

Location: Dale’s Ridge Trail, 1471 Strawbridge Road, Lewisburg, PA

Learn about Pennsylvania’s state insect, decorate a collection jar and enjoy chasing and collecting fireflies with friends.

Registration required. Please register at linnconservancy.org/registration. Family friendly event for all ages. Parent(s) required to accompany children. Linn Conservancy members get 50% off registration fees for this event.