Monarch Tagging & Meadow Restoration Tour at Louise Moore Park

• Monarch Tagging as Citizen Science
  Under the expert guidance of our Environmental Educator, participants will learn how to carefully capture and tag monarch butterflies as they prepare for their migration to Mexico. By contributing to this important citizen science project, you’ll help track monarch populations and support international efforts to monitor their migration and survival.
  
  
• Meadow Restoration
  Led by our Senior Restoration Ecologist, participants will take part in hands-on restoration efforts to enhance vital pollinator habitats. You'll learn about the role of native meadows in supporting monarchs and other pollinators, then work alongside our experts to plant native species and remove invasive plants to improve the habitat quality for these important creatures. Planting will be tentative based on plant availability.

PreK Pathfinders is part of a monthly series designed for children ages 3-5 and their grown-ups.
This month: Stretch, flex and take a breath! It’s time for animal inspired yoga, with some of our education animal ambassadors and outdoor play. Each participant encouraged to bring a yoga mat or blanket.
Programs are free thanks to funding from Lehigh County. Space is limited, and registration is required. Please register all children and adults who plan to attend. 
Questions: Nicole Landis, NLandis@wildlandspa.org

Discover the hidden world of Pennsylvania’s most elusive mammals and take part in real conservation science. Join Wildlands Conservancy at Maple Tract Preserve as we assist with a multi-year effort to study weasels and other rarely seen small mammals using remote wildlife cameras.

During this hands-on field program, participants will help set up wildlife camera traps, learn how researchers monitor secretive species, and explore why small mammal conservation matters to healthy ecosystems. Along the way, we’ll hike through forests, wetlands, and rocky terrain while searching for signs of wildlife and discussing habitat needs and animal behavior.

Participants should be prepared to hike 1–3 miles over moderate, uneven terrain that may include rocks, roots, mud, and wet areas.

• Sturdy footwear is recommended.
• Help deploy wildlife camera traps
• Learn about active weasel research and conservation
• Explore diverse habitats at Maple Tract Preserve
• Contribute to real community science efforts

Perfect for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and aspiring citizen scientists alike.

Space is limited — reserve your spot today!

For program questions, contact Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

Stream Team Gall 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: park in grass/gravel pull, off area along the road at 711 Gall Rd, Easton, PA 18040

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

https://maps.app.goo.gl/HZGPfuQp5cTiMxLY7

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 Carl Martin, Director of Property Stewardship, for a guided exploration of Black River Sanctuary's Right-of-Way Stewardship Project. This program will showcase the habitat restoration work completed to date, highlight the ecological benefits of managing utility corridors for wildlife, and provide an inside look at future plans for the site.

Participants will learn how strategic vegetation management, invasive species control, native plant establishment, and ongoing stewardship efforts are improving habitat connectivity and biodiversity across the preserve. Along the tour, Carl will discuss current restoration successes, challenges, and the long-term vision for transforming the right-of-way into a thriving habitat for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife.

Whether you're interested in land management, conservation, or local ecology, this is a unique opportunity to see stewardship in action and learn how thoughtful restoration practices are creating healthier landscapes for both wildlife and people.

Questions? Contact Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

Join us for a moonlit Hoot Hike, where we’ll step into the woods in search of owls and other nocturnal creatures. Along the way, we’ll listen for calls, learn about the owls’ nighttime adaptations, and even try out a few “hoots” of our own to see who might answer back.

This adventurous hike will take you about 1.5 miles over rocky, rooty, and sometimes steep terrain—all in the dark. Be sure to come prepared with sturdy footwear, a flashlight or headlamp, and your sense of curiosity..

Questions: Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

 These programs are possible thanks to generous funding from Jefferson + LVHN.+ LVHN

Questions: Nicole Landis at Nlandis@wildlandspa.org

PreK Pathfinders is part of a monthly series designed for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups.This interactive program encourages exploration, learning, and discovery through hands-on activities, stories, and outdoor adventures, tailored to spark curiosity and connect young children with the natural world. Each child-adult team will embark on a shared experience designed to nurture early learning skills and foster a love for nature. Please note that registration is required only for the participating children, however each child must be accompanied by an adult. This month:

Join us for a colorful autumn adventure! Little explorers and their grown-ups will search for leaves of different shapes and colors, enjoy a nature-themed story, and create a fun fall craft. Perfect for curious young learners who love the outdoors.

Your registration matters! If you’re unable to attend, please let us know in advance so we can offer your spot to someone else eager to enjoy this special experience. 
Questions: Nicole Landis, Nlandis@wildlandspa.org