UPPER DELAWARE RIVER — The Delaware Highlands Conservancy announces community programs hosted in March and April 2024 at the Van Scott Nature Reserve at 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA. Space is limited for each program and advance registration is required. For program details and to register, please visit www.DelawareHighlands.org/events or call Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow at 570-226-3164 ext. 2.

Saturday, March 16 – 1pm-2pm: What’s the Weather?

Learn about the fascinating world of weather with us! Explore the intricacies of weather formation, discover its effects on human decisions and examine the impact it has on wildlife and our shared natural environment. Join the conversation where we unravel the mysteries of weather and its influence on the natural world! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members; kids 12 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program.

Saturday, March 23 – 3pm-4pm: The Biology of Fish

Learn all about fish, from the different categories of fish you might catch on your hook to exactly how they move and behave in the water. Join us to take a deeper look into the anatomy and world of fish! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members or $10 for non-members; kids 12 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program.

Saturday, April 6 – 11am-12:30pm: “Over and Under the Pond” and Craft

Join the Conservancy’s Education and Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Morrow as she reads the story “Over and Under the Pond” by Kate Messner and learn all about animal life in and around the water. Following the reading, we will create a small craft for you to take home! Space is limited and prior registration is required. Event fee is $15 for the first child and adult; $3 for each additional child; $2 for each additional adult. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend the program.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy works in partnership with landowners and communities to protect the natural heritage and quality of life of the Upper Delaware River region. For more information, call 570-226-3164/845-583-1010 or visit www.DelawareHighlands.org.