About this Event
Phenology is the science of seasonal change in nature, using observations collected over time to see how these changes affect flora and fauna. In partnership with the USGS Phenology Network and Nature’s Notebook, this workshop will teach you the science of phenology and how you can collect and contribute your own observations as a volunteer scientist. This information helps us to be better stewards of our ecological communities and helps Lancaster Conservancy's stewardship team make management decisions for our nature preserves. The data we collect is not only useful to us, but to hundreds of phenology projects around the region and nation!
Learn more about this community science project at https://www.lancasterconservancy.org/engaging-our-community/phenology/.
What to Expect: Explore the diversity of the mature oak and hickory forest at Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve and all the species we’re watching below the canopy. We’ll partner with our phenology volunteer observation team to learn what they’ve been tracking and what they’ve learned about this beautiful preserve. This event is for ages 13 and up (participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).
What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring water. Bring a notebook or, if you have an existing account/app with USGS My Nature Notebook, your smart phone or tablet. There is a port-a-john available at the nature preserve.
Event Leader Bio: Peggy Eppig is an environmental historian and dynamic conservation educator who offers a hands-on approach to every theme from deep-time history to 21st century conservation methods and practices. She brings over 30 years of interpretive, experiential education experience for all who have an interest in saving nature for this and future generations.
Animal Policy: Service animals active or in training are welcome. Please leave all pets at home.
Refund Policy: If you are unable to attend this event after purchasing a ticket, refund requests must be made at least 48 hours before the event.
Cancellation Policy: This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation decided at the time of the event for severe weather. If the Conservancy reschedules the event, attendees will be emailed, and tickets will be automatically moved to the new date. If the Conservancy cancels the event, attendees will be notified via email and refunded.
Photo Credit: Brandon Tennis
Thank you to our generous annual sponsors for making this event possible!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Welsh Mountain Nature Preserve, 835 Gault Road, New Holland, United States
USD 7.18
