• Junior Explorer Nature Walk

    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 […]

  • Nature in Art Club – Drop-in Studio

    Nature in Art Club members are invited to join us the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00am to 12:00pm for a Drop-In Studio. Bring a personal art project to work on (all mediums are welcome!) and enjoy conversation with fellow local artists. During the warmer months, we have portable easels available to borrow for […]

  • Pollinator Day & Native Plant Sale

    See you on Saturday, June 20th for Pollinator Day from 10am-3pm!This year's theme is all about butterflies! Don't miss out on our Native Plant Sale, guided walks, displays, local artists, activities for all ages, and the Buns on the Go food truck! See you there! 🦋 Calling all artists! Submit your artwork now for the […]

  • Lehigh Gap Bike and Raft

    Explore the Lehigh River and D&L Trail on a biking and rafting adventure between Lehigh Gap Nature Center's Osprey House (8844 Paint Mill Rd., Slatington) and Bowmanstown. The trip includes professional safety guides and beginner level instruction. We will make stops along the way to learn about local history and ecology with a river study […]

  • What’s in the Water? Freshwater Snorkeling in the Lehigh River

    Discover the fascinating ecosystem that lies below the Lehigh River! During this special program with LGNC and Berks Nature, participants will have the opportunity to wade and snorkel in the shallows of the river. As we observe a host of aquatic life, we will discuss what many of these critters can teach us about the […]

  • SOLD OUT – Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp

    LGNC’s Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp is a summer day camp for children in grades K-2 and their parents and guardians! Over a series of 4 days, campers will learn about critters […]

  • SOLD OUT – Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp

    LGNC’s Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp is a summer day camp for children in grades K-2 and their parents and guardians! Over a series of 4 days, campers will learn about critters […]

  • Nature in Art Club – Drop-in Studio

    Nature in Art Club members are invited to join us the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00am to 12:00pm for a Drop-In Studio. Bring a personal art project to […]

  • SOLD OUT – Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp

    LGNC’s Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp is a summer day camp for children in grades K-2 and their parents and guardians! Over a series of 4 days, campers will learn about critters […]

  • SOLD OUT – Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp

    LGNC’s Budding Naturalist Mini-Camp is a summer day camp for children in grades K-2 and their parents and guardians! Over a series of 4 days, campers will learn about critters […]

  • 3 Ponds Hike with Dan Kunkle

    Join LGNC Founder and Director Emeritus Dan Kunkle on a summer hike to the 3 Ponds Trail located on the western end of LGNC's Refuge! This will be a natural […]

  • Virtual Reality with Lehigh University

    Stop into the Osprey House anytime between 9am and 12pm today to experience Virtual Reality. Created in partnership with staff and students at Lehigh University, try this new virtual reality […]