Take a look at what’s happening at LGNC!

Jul
16
Tue
Summer Bike Rides at LGNC
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Bike Rides at LGNC

Description: Grab your bikes and hit the trails with us! Join Lehigh Gap Nature Center’s Caretaker Greg on a group bike ride, happening this summer every Tuesday at 9:00am. All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event will be canceled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are in the forecast. Meet at Lehigh Gap Nature Center.

Fee: Free!

Registration: Please RSVP online through this event registration form.

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Jul
17
Wed
Junior Explorer Nature Walks
Jul 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Junior Explorer Nature Walks

Description: Young explorers of all ages are invited to discover the cool critters of LGNC this summer! Each family-fun nature walk will meet at LGNC’s Osprey House. Kids will learn to use insect nets to catch and identify insects. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals), sunscreen, and a hat. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Walks will be cancelled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are forecast.

Registration: Click here to register via Zeffy at this link!

Fee: LGNC members: FREE | Non-members: Suggested donation of $5 per person

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Nature Walk with Anna
Jul 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Nature Walk with Anna

Description: Join us every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm outside LGNC’s Osprey House for a serene and educational nature walk. This event offers participants the opportunity to observe a variety of birds, native plants, and animals in their natural habitat.  Lace up your walking shoes or hiking boots and join us for a memorable evening in nature. Hikes will be easy to moderate and approximately 1 to 1.5 hrs in length. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event will be canceled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are in the forecast.

Fee:  LGNC members: FREE | Non-members: $5 per person

Registration: Please RSVP- Please register online through Zeffy at this link!

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Jul
23
Tue
Summer Bike Rides at LGNC
Jul 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Bike Rides at LGNC

Description: Grab your bikes and hit the trails with us! Join Lehigh Gap Nature Center’s Caretaker Greg on a group bike ride, happening this summer every Tuesday at 9:00am. All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event will be canceled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are in the forecast. Meet at Lehigh Gap Nature Center.

Fee: Free!

Registration: Please RSVP online through this event registration form.

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Nature at Night
Jul 23 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Nature at Night

Program Description: Search for moths, caterpillars, bats, and other creatures of the night. Discover critters that glow in the dark with black light flashlights! Flashlights will be provided.

Registration: Please register via at this link! 

Fee: LGNC members: FREE | LGNC non-members: $10 per person

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Jul
24
Wed
Nature Walk with Anna
Jul 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Nature Walk with Anna

Description: Join us every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm outside LGNC’s Osprey House for a serene and educational nature walk. This event offers participants the opportunity to observe a variety of birds, native plants, and animals in their natural habitat.  Lace up your walking shoes or hiking boots and join us for a memorable evening in nature. Hikes will be easy to moderate and approximately 1 to 1.5 hrs in length. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event will be canceled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are in the forecast.

Fee:  LGNC members: FREE | Non-members: $5 per person

Registration: Please RSVP- Please register online through Zeffy at this link!

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Jul
28
Sun
Microscope Study Series: Plants! @ LGNC Osprey House
Jul 28 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Program Description: The Microscope Study Series will take a closer look at a variety of topics over the summer season. This month’s topic: Plants! Stop in at the Osprey house to learn more about plants! Microscopes will be set up at the front desk with a variety of plants from our gardens and Outreach Specialist Anna will be onsite to lead your exploration! Drop in any time between 9 am and 2pm.  All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

Registration:  No registration

Fee: Free

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Jul
30
Tue
Ecology Camp
Jul 30 @ 8:30 am – Aug 2 @ 3:30 pm
Ecology Camp

2024 Ecology Camp

LGNC’s Ecology Camp is a summer day camp for youth currently in grades 5-7 who are interested in nature and the outdoors. Campers will investigate a different area of ecology each day as we explore the Kittatinny Ridge and other natural areas.

Fee: $125 for LGNC Members / $150 for LGNC Non-members | Financial aid is available upon request

The 2024 camp will take place July 30th-August 2nd, 8:30am-3:30pm.

Please register online at this link:
bit.ly/LGNC_Eco_24

Please contact us at mail@lgnc.org if you have any questions!

 

Free Plein Air Painting Days
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free Plein Air Painting Days

Pack up your paints and spend a day plein air painting at Lehigh Gap Nature Center! Join us on June 13th OR July 30th from 9:00am – 12:00pm for this open-format program where each participant is invited to bring their own supplies (all mediums are welcome!) and create artwork outside inspired by the Lehigh Gap Refuge!

Compact travel easels are available to borrow, but you are welcome to bring your own set up. Each person must bring their own art supplies. We have water containers for paint and limited brushes available to borrow. The plein air session will take place outside, please dress for the weather and wear shoes fit for walking outside.

Fee: FREE!

Registration: Click here to RSVP now!

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.

Summer Bike Rides at LGNC
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Summer Bike Rides at LGNC

Description: Grab your bikes and hit the trails with us! Join Lehigh Gap Nature Center’s Caretaker Greg on a group bike ride, happening this summer every Tuesday at 9:00am. All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event will be canceled if heavy rain or thunderstorms are in the forecast. Meet at Lehigh Gap Nature Center.

Fee: Free!

Registration: Please RSVP online through this event registration form.

To become a member, please visit our Square store at this link!

Questions? Contact us at mail@lgnc.org or 610-760-8889.