PreK Pathfinders is part of a monthly series designed for children ages 3-5 and their grown-ups.
This month: Discover the world below the Jordan Creek. Collect and observe the small aquatic species that call the water home. Come dressed to enter the creek. Closed-toed shoes are required for entry. PFDs will be provided, but you can bring your own if preferred.
Programs are free thanks to funding from Lehigh County. Space is limited, and registration is required. Please only register children for each adult-child team.

Meet at the Ford: Follow signs past the Lehigh Valley Zoo to the parking lot across the Jordan Creek. 5150 Game Preserve Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078

Questions: Nicole Landis, NLandis@wildlandspa.org

 

Stream Team 2026: Kolapechka Park & Jordan Creek Farm

If you’re ready to go with the flow, join us as we maintain vegetative areas along streams (riparian buffers) and help ensure the survival of young, native trees in the forest buffer. These vital areas improve water quality in local communities, reduce erosion and flooding concerns, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Park: in lot at 4158 Coffeetown Rd, Allentown, PA 18104

This site has no formal address, please follow the map link below to locate the parking area.

https://goo.gl/maps/z3Kk1DzVjgPQYeRv8

If time permits, second site at Jordan Creek Farm (https://goo.gl/maps/cUEimLetjUVees8r6)

Volunteers will:

• Maintain tubes placed over the trees to protect them from deer
• Remove invasive vegetation
• Straighten any leaning trees and re-stake if necessary

Volunteers must:

• Be 16 years or older OR be accompanied by a parent/guardian if under 16. Volunteers under 16 will not be permitted to remain onsite without a chaperone.
• Be able to work outside for the duration of the shift, on uneven ground
• Wear safe footwear and clothing that can get dirty. Long-legged pants and boots are recommended- shorts, skirts, and open-toed, or slip-on shoes aren't suitable.

Working Conditions:

• Participants should be prepared for anticipated weather conditions. Stream Team events will run rain or shine except for severe weather conditions.
• Gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided, but volunteers are welcome to bring their own.
• Participants should bring bug spray, sunscreen, and hats as desired to protect from the elements.
• Some locations will have restroom facilities, though others will not, so participants should plan accordingly.
• Sites may have tall vegetation and muddy conditions.
• Stinging insects may be present, please bring allergy medications if this is a concern.

Celebrate Northampton County's Wildflower Week with an unforgettable, family‑friendly wildlife experience focused on pollinators, wildflowers, and the ecosystems that support them!

Join Wildlands Conservancy for an engaging Wildlife Meet and Greet designed for nature lovers of all ages. The program begins with an interactive presentation featuring Wildlands’ fascinating wildlife ambassadors. Participants will learn how these animals, and pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds, play vital roles in supporting wildflowers and healthy local ecosystems.

After the presentation, enjoy a guided hike through Louise Moore Park, where we’ll explore native wildflowers, observe pollinator habitats, and look for wildlife in their natural environment while discussing conservation efforts and seasonal blooms.

Important Information:

• Space is limited; registration is required
• Restrooms are available on-site
• Please leave pets at home; dogs are not permitted
• Your registration matters! If your plans change and you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer the spot to someone else

This program is offered free of charge, thanks to funding from Northampton County.

For questions, please contact
Nicole Landis – Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

Don’t miss this special opportunity to celebrate Wildflower Week, connect with nature, and learn how pollinators and wildlife help our landscapes thrive!

 

Extended Camp Hours Available: Great for Working Parents
Morning Drop off 7:30am - 8:45am. Afternoon Pick up 4:15pm - 5:30pm.

Please use the links below to sign in or register to attend this session.

 

Extended Camp Hours Available: Great for Working Parents
Morning Drop off 7:30am - 8:45am. Afternoon Pick up 4:15pm - 5:30pm.

Please use the links below to sign in or register to attend this session.

 

Extended Camp Hours Available: Great for Working Parents
Morning Drop off 7:30am - 8:45am. Afternoon Pick up 4:15pm - 5:30pm.

Please use the links below to sign in or register to attend this session.

Discover the beauty of the natural world through art while learning how to protect it. Nature Sketching & Conservation invites participants of all skill levels to slow down, observe, and connect with the park’s unique plants, animals, and landscapes.

Throughout this program you’ll learn simple sketching techniques and tips for capturing nature’s details in your own style. Sketch paper and pens are provided, so all you need to bring is your curiosity.

Throughout the session,  educators will highlight the park’s ongoing conservation efforts, from habitat restoration and wildlife protection to everyday actions visitors can take to support a healthy ecosystem. Each experience blends creativity with environmental education, helping participants see the park not just as a beautiful place to explore, but as a living system worth protecting.

Join us for a relaxing and inspiring session that deepens both your artistic skills and your understanding of conservation.

Your registration matters! If your plans change and you can’t make it, please let us know—we’d love to share this special experience with someone else excited to join the adventure.

This program is offered free of charge, thanks to funding from Northampton County. Don’t miss this chance to connect with wildlife and nature!
For question contact Nicole Landis, Nlandis@wildlandspa.org.

Stream Team 2026: Lehigh Parkway

If you’re ready to go with the flow, join us as we maintain vegetative areas along streams (riparian buffers) and help ensure the survival of young, native trees in the forest buffer. These vital areas improve water quality in local communities, reduce erosion and flooding concerns, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Park: in lot at 1628 Park Dr, Allentown, PA 18103

This site has no formal address, please follow the map link below to locate the parking area.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/6SBEEFpjo3dXvdky6

Volunteers will:

• Maintain tubes placed over the trees to protect them from deer
• Remove invasive vegetation
• Straighten any leaning trees and re-stake if necessary

Volunteers must:

• Be 16 years or older OR be accompanied by a parent/guardian if under 16. Volunteers under 16 will not be permitted to remain onsite without a chaperone.
• Be able to work outside for the duration of the shift, on uneven ground
• Wear safe footwear and clothing that can get dirty. Long-legged pants and boots are recommended- shorts, skirts, and open-toed, or slip-on shoes aren't suitable.

Working Conditions:

• Participants should be prepared for anticipated weather conditions. Stream Team events will run rain or shine except for severe weather conditions.
• Gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided, but volunteers are welcome to bring their own.
• Participants should bring bug spray, sunscreen, and hats as desired to protect from the elements.
• Some locations will have restroom facilities, though others will not, so participants should plan accordingly.
• Sites may have tall vegetation and muddy conditions.
• Stinging insects may be present, please bring allergy medications if this is a concern.

Join us for a PA Native Plant Discovery Walk, an engaging guided program focused on the plants that make Pennsylvania’s ecosystems unique. Participants will learn to identify key native species found throughout the preserve and discover how these plants support wildlife, pollinators, and overall habitat health.

Educators will also introduce several invasive species commonly found in the region and explain how they impact local biodiversity. You’ll learn about the preserve’s ongoing conservation efforts, including invasive removal projects and native habitat restoration work happening on the property.

This program offers a great opportunity to explore the landscape, sharpen your plant‑ID skills, and learn simple ways you can support native plants at home and in your community. 

This program is offered free of charge thanks to funding from Lehigh County.

Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

 

The preserve comes alive with the help of our enchanted forest friends. Using the power of pretend play; follow the lead of woodland fairies as we explore, imagine and engineer the world around us.

Special Guest: Tory Shultz, a JuxtaHub resident artist, will join campers for an art session.

Tory Shultz is a painter and mixed media artist who works in the genre of abstract realism. Her bright, colorful works often include animals, plants, people and nature. A lifelong resident of Emmaus, Shultz's paintings have been accepted into juried art shows with the Lehigh Art Alliance and her work has been included in group shows at the Nazareth Center for the Arts as well as King Koffee in Emmaus. 

As a HIVE artist, Schultz is excited to explore other mediums, including ceramics, and have access to the makerspace where she intends to start framing her own works. She also frequently shows her work at a variety of local art fairs and festivals.

 

Extended Camp Hours Available: Great for Working Parents
Morning Drop off 7:30am - 8:45am. Afternoon Pick up 4:15pm - 5:30pm.

Please use the links below to sign in or register to attend this session.