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Apr
6
Sat
Spring Clean-up Volunteer Day @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer with the Westmoreland Land Trust! 

Join Americorps Service Members Sarah Poklembo and Dominic Demangone for a spring clean-up at WLT’s newest nature preserve. Tools, gloves, and light refreshments will be provided

Apr
10
Wed
Guided Bird Walk with Dr. Jim Kellam @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Apr 10 @ 7:30 am – 8:15 am

Join Dr. Jim Kellam of Saint Vincent College to observe spring birds at the St. Xavier Nature Preserve.  Please bring binoculars, wear sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather.

May
1
Wed
CANCELLED – Birding Talk on “Spring Migration” by Dr. Andy Mack @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

PLEASE NOTE – THIS TALK HAS BEEN CANCELLED, BUT MAY BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE.  Calling all local birders! Ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will present a birding talk on “Spring Migration” at the Bellbrook headquarters of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. This evening lecture will be followed by a Saturday morning bird walk through the fields and forests of St. Xavier.  This is the first of four “Birds Across the Seasons” paired events presented by Dr. Mack.  All events are open to the public and free to attend.

May
4
Sat
PROCEEDING AS PLANNED “Spring Migration” Bird Walk @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 4 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

Ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will lead a “Spring Migration” bird walk rain or shine (except for very heavy rain or thunderstorms) through the grounds of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. The walk is free and open to the public, and all participants are welcome whether or not they attended the evening lecture.  Bring binoculars and dress for the weather.

CANCELLED DUE TO FORECAST OF RAIN WLT Volunteer Work-day @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The May 4th 2024 Volunteer Work-day is cancelled due to the forecast of rain.  Thanks very much for your interest.  We hope to have your assistance on another day!

May
11
Sat
Spring Birding Nature Walk @ Ackermann Nature Preserve
May 11 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for a spring bird walk at the Otto and Magdalene Ackermann Nature Preserve in North Huntingdon Township.  The forested slopes and open floodplain of this secluded property are a good place to see many of our native birds as well as the occasional spring migrant.  This guided walk will be slow-paced, but will involve clambering down some steep sections of trail. Please bring binoculars and wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

May
15
Wed
Guided Bird Walk with Dr. Jim Kellam @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 15 @ 7:30 am – 8:15 am

Join Dr. Jim Kellam of Saint Vincent College to observe spring birds at the St. Xavier Nature Preserve.  Please bring binoculars, wear sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather.

Jun
1
Sat
WLT Volunteer Work-day @ Schwarz Farm Future Nature & Art Park
Jun 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer with the Westmoreland Land Trust! 

The staff of the Westmoreland Land Trust invites all interested volunteers to join them for a morning of environmental restoration work at Schwarz Farm Future Nature and Art Park. This morning’s work will focus on our pollinator garden, treeline, and farmhouse.  Please wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Jun
12
Wed
Birding Talk on “Breeding Birds” by Dr. Andy Mack @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Jun 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Calling all local birders! Ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will present a birding talk on “Breeding Birds” at the Bellbrook headquarters of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. This evening lecture will be followed on Saturday, June 15, by a guided bird walk from 7:00 to 10:00 AM through the fields and forests of St. Xavier.  This is the second of four “Birds Across the Seasons” paired events presented by Dr. Mack.  All events are open to the public and free to attend.

Jun
15
Sat
“Breeding Birds” Bird Walk @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Following his Wednesday evening lecture, ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will lead a “Breeding Birds” guided birding walk this Saturday through the grounds of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. The walk is free and open to the public, and all participants are welcome whether or not they attended the evening lecture.  Bring binoculars and dress for the weather.

Jul
6
Sat
WLT Volunteer Work-day @ Twin Lakes Meadow, Peach Plaza
Jul 6 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer with the Westmoreland Land Trust! 

The staff of the Westmoreland Land Trust invites all interested volunteers to join them for a morning of environmental restoration work at Twin Lakes Meadow. This morning’s work will focus on removing flowers and seed heads from invasive plants.  Please wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Aug
3
Sat
WLT Volunteer Work-day @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Aug 3 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer with the Westmoreland Land Trust! 

The staff of the Westmoreland Land Trust invites all interested volunteers to join them for a morning of environmental restoration work at St. Xavier Nature Preserve. This morning’s work will focus on preparing the site for our fall Open House.  Please wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Sep
7
Sat
WLT Volunteer Work-day @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Sep 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer with the Westmoreland Land Trust! 

The staff of the Westmoreland Land Trust invites all interested volunteers to join them for a morning of environmental restoration work at St. Xavier Nature Preserve. This morning’s work will focus on preparing the site for our fall Open House.  Please wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Sep
25
Wed
Birding Talk on “Fall Migration” by Dr. Andy Mack @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Sep 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Calling all local birders! Ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will present a birding talk on “Fall Migration” at the Bellbrook headquarters of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. This evening lecture will be followed on Saturday, September 28, by a guided bird walk from 7:00 to 10:00 AM through the fields and forests of St. Xavier.  This is the third of four “Birds Across the Seasons” paired events presented by Dr. Mack.  All events are open to the public and free to attend.

Sep
28
Sat
“Fall Migration” Bird Walk @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Following his Wednesday evening lecture, ornithologist Dr. Andy Mack will lead a “Fall Migration” guided birding walk this Saturday through the grounds of the St. Xavier Nature Preserve. The walk is free and open to the public, and all participants are welcome whether or not they attended the evening lecture.  Bring binoculars and dress for the weather.