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Aug
7
Wed
Pawpaws and Butterflies Walk @ Ackermann Nature Preserve
Aug 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Join the Westmoreland Land Trust for an evening nature walk at the Otto and Magdalene Ackermann Nature Preserve in North Huntingdon Township.  We will be looking for native pawpaw trees and also enjoying late summer butterflies at this peaceful nature preserve.  This guided walk will be slow-paced, but will involve clambering down some steep sections of trail. Please wear sturdy walking shoes and dress for the weather.

May
10
Sat
Spring Birding @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 10 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for World Migratory Bird Day at St. Xavier Nature Preserve.  The century-old trees of the Grove 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 and level, and birders of all abilities are welcome to join us. Please bring your own binoculars and dress for the weather.

May
13
Tue
Wild Foraging Walk @ St. Xavier Nature Preserve
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join WLT’s AmeriCorps Service Member Monica Rebar for a morning walk through St. Xavier Nature Preserve in Latrobe.  This historic site contains several examples of wild plants that can be safely foraged for food.  This guided walk will be slow-paced, but will involve some gentle slopes and uneven walkways. Please wear good walking shoes and sunscreen.