Happy New Year! Heritage Conservancy is grateful to everyone who helped with the successes of the past year.

We had many notable achievements in 2022: our Christmas at Aldie event was the most successful one to date, we launched our Guide for Social-Emotional Learning, worked to accept The Grand Theater into our Register of Historic Places... Read More.

On December 8th and 9th, 174 first-grade students took a field trip to Croydon Woods Nature Preserve for a mindfulness nature walk. During the walk, students practiced using breathing techniques and stretching to find a moment of calm and use their senses to make observations about nature. After the walk, students reported feeling calm and peaceful.

Heritage Conservancy engages with students through SEL Walks, our No Longer Bound After School Program, and more through our EITC funding.

To learn more about our most recent contribution from Fred Beans Automotive Group, click here or visit the article down below in our 'Connections to Our Mission' section.

The Environmental Careers Resource Guide is brought to you by Heritage Conservancy and Schuylkill River Greenways. If you are interested in an environmental career, this guide is for you! In this resource packet, you will find information about college majors, where to apply for jobs and internships, volunteer opportunities, and more. 

Topics in this packet include education, organizations, specific programs, job boards and networking, interview tips, and inspirational environmental heroes. To read more, click here or visit the link by clicking the graphic above.

Marv Woodall (left) and Dee Ann Woodall (right). Photo courtesy of Carol Ross.

Thank you to Marv and Dee Ann Woodall for sponsoring our 2023 Volunteer Program! Our community conservation efforts would not be possible without them.

With their generous support, Heritage Conservancy looks forward to providing you with opportunities to personally play a vital role in preservation efforts ranging from property clean-ups, environmental stewardship, education, gardening, and more!

Click here to learn more about volunteer activities and how to get involved. 

The Aldie Mansion ballroom. Photo courtesy of Martin Reardon.

The Historic Aldie Mansion has been voted one of the best Philadelphia wedding venues of 2022, by PartySpace.

Aldie is a monument to Doylestown's storied past; it is rich with history, and its survival is the result of a cooperative effort at preservation.

This 1927 mansion began its history as a beloved private residence when it was commissioned by William and Martha Mercer as an ode to the English Tudor manor. The Aldie gargoyles, intricate brickwork, antique tiles, and charming garden ornaments have been faithfully preserved as part of Bucks County’s unique heritage.

To read more about the history of Aldie Mansion, click here.

Our Community Engagement Programs Manager Shannon Fredebaugh-Siller (left), Vice President of Fred Beans Automotive Group Beth Beans Gilbert (center), and our Senior Development Associate Emily Bonavitacola (right).

Heritage Conservancy is grateful for Fred Beans Family's contribution toward our educational initiatives, which engage over 2,000 students annually across various schools throughout Bucks County.

Over the course of the year, Heritage Conservancy will work with local school districts to provide innovative educational programs and outdoor field trips that connect students with local natural areas and historic heritage. Read more...

To learn more about Educational Improvement Tax Credit for Businesses, click here.

"Starting in 2023, we are pledging a consistent monthly contribution to support Heritage Conservancy’s projects. I hope you will join us in pledging to support the critical work of Heritage Conservancy.

I grew up in northern Bucks County, and much of my youth was spent exploring natural areas within a bike ride of Quakertown. My fascination with the natural world motivated me to study wildlife biology for my Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees and led me to a 30-year career with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a migratory bird biologist.

Heritage Conservancy’s mission aligned well with our values, and, as we are sure you agree, the accomplishments are impressive. We were attracted not only by the natural and cultural conservation projects but also by the focus on educating the next generation of conservationists and using nature for social and emotional learning. Participation and investments by numerous private, public, and community partners, along with individual donors, attests to the strength and effectiveness of the organization.

Heritage Conservancy was the perfect fit for preserving the natural world that inspired me toward a career path and still provides us with a spiritual haven."

- Brad Andres and Heather Johnson

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:

Curran Realty Advisors LLC

Fulton Bank

Max Spann Real Estate and Auction Company

Del Hunt LLC

New Age Industries

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!

Upcoming Events

Fridays in the Forest Workday

Friday, Jan. 20th from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Join us for this week’s Fridays in the Forest workday at Quakertown Swamp for shrubland habitat restoration! Shrubland habitat-dependent species require a mosaic of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous cover. Learn more...

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