Exploration Hike: Texter Mountain Nature Preserve
Wednesday, March 26, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Join us as we explore Texter Mountain Nature Preserve!
Exploration Hike: Falmouth Forest Garden at Conoy Wetlands Nature Preserve
Saturday, March 29, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join us as we explore the regenerative agroforestry taking place at Falmouth Forest Garden!
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Saturday, March 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Saturday, March 29, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Celebrating the Susquehanna & Women’s History Month: Bike Ride
Saturday, March 29, 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Join us on this bike ride celebrating the impact women in conservation have had on restoring the Susquehanna River!
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Sunday, April 6, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Sunday, April 6, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Discovering Our Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers Presentation at York College
Friday, April 11, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Come learn all about the natural beauties that light up our woods in the springtime!
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Saturday, April 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Saturday, April 12, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Exploration Hike: Ferncliff Wildlife and Wildflower Preserve
Sunday, April 13, 9:00 a.m.-12 p.m.
Come get to know Ferncliff Wildlife and Wildflower Preserve!
Nature Journaling: April Flowers
Sunday, April 13, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Come connect creatively with nature!
Tucquan Legacy Society Annual Breakfast
Tuesday, April 15, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
RSVP by April 1 to Jess Brown at jbrown@lancasterconservancy.org or (717) 392-7891 x219
The Tucquan Legacy Society is a special and growing group of friends who share the goal of saving Lancaster County’s irreplaceable natural lands. Anyone who has made a planned gift to Lancaster Conservancy is invited to join the Tucquan Legacy Society and be celebrated for their inspiring commitment to nature.
Exploration Hike: Highlands Region Preserves
Wednesday, April 16, 3:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Come explore three preserves: Bellaire Woods Nature Preserve, Donegal Highlands Nature Preserve, and Shaw Family Nature Preserve!
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Friday, April 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
Spring Wildflower Walk at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
Friday, April 18, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve, a world-renowned site for spring ephemeral wildflowers, on this interpretive hike.
I Spy With My Little Eye: Scavenger Hunt Hike
Friday, April 18, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us for this kid-friendly hike, exploring Leave No Trace ethics!
All About Birds: Skill Building Part 1
Saturday, April 19, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Come discover the magical world of birds!
Lloyd Clark Universal Access Trail Exploration
Saturday, April 19, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us as we explore Lancaster Conservancy’s newest universal access trail!
Volunteer Workday: Clark Nature Preserve
Saturday, April 19, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join us as we give back to nature!
Earth Day Volunteer Workday: Clark Nature Preserve
Tuesday, April 22, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us as we give back to nature this Earth Day!
Exploration Hike: Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve
Monday, April 28, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Come get to know Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve!
Volunteer Workday: Wizard Ranch Nature Preserve
Saturday, May 3, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us as we give back to nature!
Volunteer Workday: Donegal Highlands Nature Preserve
Sunday, May 4, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us as we give back to nature!
Sounds of Spring Sunset Hike
Thursday, May 8, 6:15 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Come enjoy the sounds of nature as day turns to evening!
Morning Meandering: Ferncliff Wildlife and Wildflower Preserve
Friday, May 9, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we take a guided morning stroll through the forest!
Exploration Hike: Otter Creek Nature Preserve
Saturday, May 10, 9:00am-2:00pm
Come get to know Otter Creek Nature Preserve!
All About Birds: Skill Building Part 2
Saturday, May 10, 9:00am-11:00am
Come discover the magical world of birds!
Happy Hiker: Hiking Poles- Love ’em or Leave ’em?
Monday, May 12, 6:30pm-8:30pm
A happy hiker is a prepared hiker! Join us for the first event in our 2025 Happy Hiker series!
Full Moon Hike
Monday, May 12, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Enjoy the wonder of hiking under a full moon!
Happy Hour Hike
Tuesday, May 13, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Unwind after work with a walk in the woods!
Bilingual Family Hike/Caminata Familiar Bilingüe (English/Spanish)
Saturday, May 17, 9:00am-12:00pm
Engage in a color scavenger hunt with children! Participe en una búsqueda del tesoro de colores con los niños.
Lloyd Clark Universal Access Trail Exploration
Saturday, May 17, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Join us as we explore Lancaster Conservancy’s newest universal access trail!
Spring on the Mountain
Sunday, May 18, 9:00am-12:00pm
Enjoy the awakening of spring at Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve.
Nature Journaling: Mountain Shrubs
Sunday, May 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us as we connect creatively with nature!
Volunteer Workday: Clark Nature Preserve
Sunday, May 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Join us as we give back to nature!
Habitat Advocate: Building Biodiversity in Our Community
Thursday, May 22, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!
Morning Meandering: Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve
Friday, May 23, 8:00am-11:00am
Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!
Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve Phenology Walk
Saturday, May 24, 9:00am-11:00am
Join us as we survey Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve!
Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management
Saturday, May 31, 9:00am-12:00pm
Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!
Morning Meandering: Kellys Run Nature Preserve
Friday, May 30, 8:00am-12:00pm
Join us as we take a guided morning stroll through the forest!
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