Out & About + Fun-Shops
Upcoming… Out & About
Every Wednesday!
Join us for Yoga at the Perk. All levels welcome!
You'll need water, a yoga mat, and a towel.
Led by Yogi Lisa Maida
Time:
Wednesdays from 7 pm to 8 pm
Location:
Conservancy Headquarters
1 Skippack Pike
Schwenksville, PA 19473
Sunday, November 15th
Who says the foliage is only thing to see during the fall? Join us for a leisurely hike through the forest around the East Branch Creek to learn more about how to identify trees in the fall and winter via their bark. We’ll also discuss the importance of the fallen leaves to the forest ecology, how the seasons affect our forests, and the importance of trees along our waterways.
Date: Sunday, Sunday November 15th | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy headquarters, 1 Skippack Pike Schwenksville PA, 19473
Important information:
Dress appropriately for the weather on the day and wear sturdy, comfortable footwear.
Bring water and be prepared for light hiking. Approximately 1 to 2 miles in total distance, with some minor elevation change.
This program will be outside, consider sun protection such as a hat and/or sunscreen. Heavy rains will cancel.
For any questions, please reach out to our Education Coordinator Jeff: j.cocci@perkiomenwatershed.org
Saturday, December 5th
Learn to collect, save, and sow native seeds to create your dream garden at an affordable price! During this workshop, participants will learn about seed collection, saving, and sowing methods that will enable them to start their own native plants from seed. Conservancy staff will guide participants through the 8 pre-seed sowing treatments covered in the workshop and participants go home with one type of pre-treated seed for each treatment method! Participants will also receive an information handout and expert advice from Conservancy staff.
Date & Time:
Saturday, December 5th
10 am - 12 pm
Location:
Dragonfly Farm at Reiff Park - the workshop will be held in the greenhouse closer to the barn.
775 Quarry Road
Harleysville, PA 19438
Parking:
Please park in the gravel lot behind the white barn with the red roof.
What to Wear:
This is a messy workshop! Please wear clothes and shoes that you do not mind getting dirty. Please also dress in layers. The greenhouse is heated to about 50 degrees, but it can get quite hot in the greenhouse on sunny days.
What to Bring:
Please bring a box or container that you can transport your containers of sowed seeds home in. Feel free to bring your own gloves, if you’d like.