This event has been cancelled in an effort to stop the spread of Covid-19. One of the telltale sounds of early spring is the high-pitched peeping chorus of Spring Peepers, 1.5 inch long frogs that make a big sound. Join us for an evening guided hike at Cool Spring Preserve as we learn about these wondrous amphibians and listen for...
We’re sorry, but this event has filled to capacity. If you’re interested in joining a waitlist, you’ll find one below. If anyone cancels their registration, people on this waitlist will be contacted on a first-come, first-served basis. WHOOO’s flying silently through the trees at Yankauer? Bring your family for a guided owl hike as we listen and look for owls...
Join the PVAS teaching staff for a winter solstice celebration at Cool Spring Preserve! Sip hot chocolate and roast marshmallows by a cozy campfire while listening to campfire stories. Afterwards, we’ll set out on a night hike around the preserve. We’ll provide the hot chocolate, marshmallows and roasting sticks. You are welcome to bring your own supplies for S’mores. This...
This event has been cancelled. Wondering how to spend a chilly Saturday morning in December? We’re offering a fun and easy project for you and the family! In partnership with our friends at Sunny Meadows Garden Center, we’re hosting a Build a Bird Feeder workshop on Saturday, December 14th at our Cool Spring Preserve Nature Center. Using the provided, prepared...
This event is free and open to the public, however, registration is strongly encouraged. There is no fee and anyone with an interest is welcome to come along, regardless of their birding skills. Children will be welcome. Please register below. Join Deb Hale as she welcomes winter with her 7th Annual ‘Souper’ Bird Walk in Harpers Ferry! This year’s bird...
Our annual fall fundraiser will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at the home of Mr. Alan Gibson and Dr. Scott Beard in Fernbank, near Shepherdstown. Alan and Scott have a beautifully decorated home and gorgeous backyard – we hope you’ll join us for a lovely Fall afternoon. An RSVP form can be found below. The wonderful PVAS Events...
We hope to see you at the PVAS Native Tree and Plant Sale on Saturday, October 12 at Yankauer Nature Preserve! All proceeds from the sale will go toward managing our four nature preserves, as well as our conservation initiatives. PVAS Land and Conservation Manager, KC Walters, has been busy nursing a variety of native trees for you to purchase. We have...
Join local arborist Shawn Walker of Trees 101 for a forest bathing walk at Eidolon Nature Preserve. “Forest bathing” originates from a Japanese practice called shinrin-yoku, which means “taking in the forest.” This will be a slow paced, mindful time spent in the woods and an opportunity to reconnect with the natural world. There will be a short hike at...
We are so lucky to have Todd and Don join us for the Summer Concert Series! Todd Coyle and Don Oehser are both incredibly talented musicians. They’ll be treating us to a mixed set of blues and folk tunes. Come out and see two of the best in the area! Cool Spring Preserve is located at 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles...
Jeff and Trudy Roth are the dynamic duo behind The Dilettantes! Jeff and Trudy are a husband/wife group performing a mixed set of folk-rock songs, and a handful of original tunes. Their excellent, relaxed performances are a perfect addition to the mellow environment of Cool Spring Preserve. Come out and enjoy! Cool Spring Preserve is located at 1469 Lloyd Road,...
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