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Owl Prowl

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Mysterious and silent, owls are one of the most fascinating creatures who reside in our forest. These night hunters are rarely seen, although traces of them can be found by a watchful eye. Meet rehabilitated owls from our wildlife clinic...

$10

Tall Trees Nature Playdate

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come play, explore, and dream with your child in Tall Trees Nature Playscape.  The wonder of nature provides opportunities for imagination, freedom, and creativity, with digging, building, art, and a chance to meet others in the community.  Please dress for...

Free

Monarchs, Swallowtails, & More: Annual Butterfly Count

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Each summer we count the butterflies flying through our forests and fields, collecting valuable data about butterflies in our region.  So, become a citizen-scientist while learning the life histories of monarchs, swallowtails, cabbage whites, and many more.  We’re keeping a...

$3

Nature Preschool Open House

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn more about Nature Preschool, our progressive nature-based program for children ages 3 – 5.  Visit the classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about our curriculum.  Families get a sneak-peek at what children learn and experience each day.  Children are welcome...

Free

A Climate-Ready City: From Paris to Philadelphia

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Fifth Annual Richard L. James Lecture. Just before 200 nations gathered in Paris to hammer out a climate change agreement, Philadelphia released its own report on how the city might adapt in the decades ahead.  Growing Stronger: Toward a Climate-Ready Philadelphianotes...

Free

Food for Thought: Connecting with the Land of Philadelphia

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Enjoy an evening in the forest with delicious local foods and drinks. We'll engage in a roundtable discussion about the future of Philadelphia’s land and food systems.  Philadelphia was first imagined as a “City in a Park,” and our panel of...

$15

11th Annual Native Plant Sale

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Our annual plant sale features a beautiful selection of more than 100 species of perennial trees, shrubs, vines, and wildflowers native to this region.  Grow an edible garden with heirloom varieties of vegetable and herb starts.  Volunteers and plant experts will...

Free

Responding to Screen Time with Nature: A Family Workshop

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spending too much time in front of a screen can mean distractions, academic challenges, social-emotional issues, and loss of attention span.  Interacting with nature offers a counter balance. Join licensed psychotherapist Isaac Garfield for a family workshop about building connections with...

$15

Nature Preschool Open House

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about the Schuylkill Center's Nature Preschool, our pioneering school for children ages 3-5.  Visit the classrooms, meet staff, find out details on our curriculum and schedule, ask questions, and more.  Families get a sneak-peek at what children learn and...

Free
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