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
Tuesdays ALL SUMMER LONG!
Well you’ve heard of free-range chicken… this is your chance to be a FREE RANGE HUMAN!
We’re opening up our fleet of kayaks so you can get out and paddle! These are fun, fast and no frills adventures… we’ll have staff on hand to help you out… but this is your chance to break free… to chart your own course… to choose your adventure or even use your own cliche`s. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles and pfd’s… so you can go be you!
Spots go fast… Don’t wait!!
Some Fine Print:
Must use our kayaks due to quarantine restrictions.
Programs will be held at the Walt Day Use Area at GLP (Follow the Signs Back to the Kayak Launch).
Programs begin at 6 pm and conclude at 8 pm. You don’t have to go home, but the park closes at dusk!
Upcoming… Workshops
Thursday, July 16th
Transform your yard into a thriving habitat with the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy! Join us to discover the wonders of native plants, the many benefits they provide for wildlife and water quality and how to choose the right species for your landscape.
We’ll also explore the harmful impacts of invasive plants and share practical tips for reducing lawn space and creating beautiful native garden areas on your property.
Each participant will receive 3 native perennials included with their registration!
Date & Time
Thursday, July 16th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
West Norriton Township Building
1630 W. Marshall St.
Eagleville, PA 19403
Cost
FREE!
Thursday, July 30th
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to build and install a rain barrel at home! Each participant will leave with a fully assembled rain barrel, ready to install and start using right away.
Rain barrels collect rainwater from your downspout for reuse around your home, perfect for watering plants, cleaning yard equipment, or other outdoor needs. This simple, sustainable solution helps reduce household water use while also decreasing stormwater runoff.
All materials and tools will be provided, including a 55-gallon hard plastic drum. Staff will guide you step by step through the building and installation process, making this workshop beginner-friendly.
Date & Time
Thursday, July 30th, 2026
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location
Wissahickon Park
765 E. Main St
Lansdale, PA 19446
Cost
$65 per rain barrel
What to Wear / Bring
All tools and materials are provided.
Please arrive in a vehicle that can accommodate a 55-gallon drum.
Saturday, July 25th
During this workshop, participants will learn about a variety of native plant and herb species that specifically support local butterflies! Learn about which native plant and herb species you can plant together in your garden to support butterflies in all of their life stages! Participants will sow two different types of seeds, dill seeds and golden Alexander seeds, in two inch containers to grow for their gardens.
Date & Time:
Saturday, July 25th
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location:
Dragonfly Farm at Reiff Park - the workshop will be held in the larger greenhouse closest to the farmhouse.
775 Quarry Road
Harleysville, PA 19438
Parking:
Please park in the gravel lot behind the white barn with the red roof. Please park in the grass along the parking area, as needed.
What to Wear:
Please wear clothes and shoes that you do not mind getting dirty! Participants might get slightly dirty during the seed sowing portion of the workshop.
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.
Saturday, August 8th
Join the Conservancy for an evening of adventure at Dragonfly Farm at Reiff Park! Attendees will participate in a guided night hike around Reiff Park while using LED blacklights to spot insects inhabiting the park in their natural habitat! Please bring a headlamp or flashlight! After our stroll, participants will get to enjoy two mothing stations equipped with special mothing lights and sheets. Bring your headlamp, camera, and sense of adventure!
Date & Time:
Saturday, August 8th
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Location:
Dragonfly Farm at Reiff Park
775 Quarry Road
Harleysville, PA 19438
Parking:
Please park in the gravel lot behind the white barn with the red roof. Please park in the grass along the parking area, as needed.
What to Wear:
Please wear clothes and shoes that you can walk on uneven terrain in! Please bring a headlamp or flashlight along with you!!
What to Bring:
In addition to a headlamp or flashlight, feel free to bring moth ID books, a camera, and anything else you’d like for the mothing event. The Conservancy will have a few LED blacklight flashlights for folks to use on the hike, but please bring your own if you have one!
Wednesday, September 9th
Join us for a Rain Garden Workshop hosted at the Hatfield Township Nature Area and learn how to manage those pesky wet areas in your yard - including how to install a beautiful and functional backyard rain garden.
Rain gardens are shallow, bowl-shaped gardens designed to capture rainwater and allow it to slowly soak into the ground rather than becoming polluted runoff. Planted with deep-rooted native species, these gardens can handle both wet and dry conditions while providing valuable habitat for pollinators and wildlife.
Our Director of Conservation will lead you through the process of designing, installing and maintaining a backyard rain garden so you can confidently create your own at home!
Date & Time
Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Hatfield Township Nature Area
1575 Cowpath Rd.
Hatfield, PA 19440
Cost
$30 (registration includes 3 native perennials designed to help you get your rain garden started).