Discover the Impact of Supporting Heritage Conservancy's Educational Programs | |
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Over the course of the year, Heritage Conservancy works with local school districts to provide innovative educational programs and outdoor field trips that connect students with local natural areas and historic heritage.
Heritage Conservancy programming supports students' social and emotional learning, provides resources for watershed education, and assists with the creation of native plant gardens on school grounds.
- 5 EITC programs offered within the school year -
- With participation from 2,000 students from various
school districts in Bucks County -
- On a total of 2 preserved properties -
- With educator resources, watershed education, field trips,
social & emotional learning, and more -
For more information regarding EITC opportunities, click here or contact our Senior Development Associate Emily Bonavitacola at ebonavitacola@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 ext. 107
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Including Heritage Conservancy in your estate plans is a simple way to help ensure that you can continue to have a transformational impact on preservation efforts, and it is an opportunity for anyone to take part in regardless of age or income.
Our responsibility to the land is perpetual. Your commitment makes it possible!
Contact Katie Paone-Kulp at 215-345-7020 ext. 108 for questions or to confirm you have already included Heritage Conservancy in your estate plans to join our Legacy Society.
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Kaylyn Brindisi, our Community Programs Associate, teaches 5th-grade students
at Springfield Elementary about the importance of aquatic macroinvertebrates.
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In March, Heritage Conservancy traveled to Springfield Elementary alongside Rick Anderson (one of our stellar volunteer educators) to teach 5th-grade students about watersheds, the water cycle, and water quality.
Students participated in a Delaware River Rain Drop activity which had them moving around and thinking about how land development impacts our water. We also facilitated an EnviroScape demonstration. This was followed by an outdoor game of 'Macro Mayhem,' a game that teaches students about aquatic macroinvertebrates and how they can be used to determine whether water is polluted or not. Students finished the fun and informative day by writing creative poems about water!
Kaylyn Brindisi, our Community Programs Associate, said, "A few of them said they would like to be 'nature explorers' and scientists too someday. It really reminded me of why I do what I do… to share my passion for nature and protecting the environment, and to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders."
On the goals of the program, Kaylyn continued, "I consider a program a success if students have connected with nature in a way that is meaningful to them, and if they leave with new thoughts and questions about what it means to be here on this planet and take part in taking care of the Earth. The kids loved the activities so much that they gave me and my volunteer, Rick, a standing ovation! It made me smile for the rest of the week."
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Cub Scout Pack Joins Together with
Heritage Conservancy for Service Project
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The Cub Scout volunteers identified praying mantis egg cases
and collected them to help pollinators at our Jackson Pond meadow.
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On Sunday, March 19th, Heritage Conservancy Community Engagement Programs Manager Shannon Fredebaugh-Siller hosted Cub Scout Pack 133 from Chalfont on a small service project at Jackson Pond, to look for and remove invasive praying mantis egg cases.
The group braved the chilly weather to find and remove eight mantis cases from the meadow. These efforts would result in keeping roughly ~1600 mantises from growing in the meadow, and eating butterflies and bees! Seven were Chinese mantids, and one was a Japanese (or Narrow-winged) mantid. Everyone who attended had a great time and learned about the impacts of the invasive praying mantis. They were eager to look in their yards and at other properties near their home to remove the mantis cases.
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Weddings at Our Historic Aldie Mansion | |
Photo courtesy of Schon Photography. | |
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Looking to host your wedding at our beloved historic Aldie Mansion? Click here to visit our website and learn more about our amenities, our calendar availability, and our wedding inquiry form.
The rental of Aldie Mansion for your special day benefits Heritage Conservancy’s mission to protect and care for the lands of our region; to engage with and share the history that unfolded on these lands; and to connect people with both.
Aldie Mansion began its history as a beloved private residence. Commissioned by William and Martha Mercer as an ode to the English Tudor manor, this stately 1927 mansion evokes a time in America when craftsmanship reached an art form. The Aldie gargoyles, intricate brickwork, antique tiles and charming garden ornaments have been faithfully preserved as part of Bucks County’s unique heritage. Read more...
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"Yes, people generally take care of family first in Legacy Giving, as they should. But one way of doing that is by leaving them a beautiful landscape and sustainable community through land conservation.
Donating a portion of your estate to a land trust ensures that future, that quality of life. There is no more lasting gift than preserving land forever."
- Stephen Phillips on the importance of our Legacy Giving program
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Thank you to the following Platinum Business Leaders for supporting Heritage Conservancy's mission and making accomplishments possible through their generosity: | |
And to the following new and renewed business members (as of 4/4/23): | |
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37 Summerwood
C&N Banking, Lending, and Wealth Management
Fulton Bank
Jarrett Vaughan Builders, Inc.
LimeWorks.us & Craftwork Training Center
Millham Insurance Agency
Sarah Cornwell Jewelry
SnapCab
The Steve Darlington Team - Berkshire Hathaway / Fox & Roach
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Click HERE for a full list of Heritage Conservancy's business members. | |
Want to join next month's ranks? Click HERE to become a member today! | |
Mulch Madness
April 18th and 19th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM each day
Join us for our Mulch Madness event at Aldie Mansion. We will spread over 50 yards of mulch throughout Aldie’s beautiful gardens, and we would love your help. Mulching the gardens helps us prepare for the spring and summer ahead and helps our gardens look their best! Learn more...
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Business Partners Reception
Wednesday, April 19th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Heritage Conservancy’s Business Partners Reception is back!
This event will be held exclusively for our dynamic group of business and corporate partners supporting Heritage Conservancy’s mission. Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available. Learn more...
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Spring Has Sprung Aldie Mansion Garden Tour
Wednesday, May 10th from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
We look forward to welcoming you to the gardens at historic Aldie Mansion as the flowers and trees begin to bloom!
The property has evolved over generations, but many of the original elements remain on site, including several fountains, benches, and garden ornaments designed by Henry Mercer’s younger brother, William. Learn more...
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BioBlitz Celebration
Friday, May 19th from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
To celebrate the conclusion of Heritage Conservancy’s BioBlitz survey, we are gathering with community members, volunteers, local partners, and specialists to learn about what we discovered in the woods and recognize the beauty of nature. Learn more...
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Farm to Table
Saturday, July 22nd at 5:30 PM
Don’t miss this unique experience with a delicious, locally-sourced, farm-fresh menu with local music, all on a gorgeous backdrop of preserved space. Join us to celebrate Heritage Conservancy’s mission.
Farm to Table is limited capacity, so get your tickets fast! Learn more...
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