Chances are most nature goers will experience the dreaded poison ivy rash at least once in their lifetime. Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) is a native plant that is valued by wildlife—humans are one of the few species vulnerable to its “poison.” The easiest way to avoid the painfully itchy reaction is to steer clear of the plant. Learn about a few common look-alike species that are often confused for poison ivy or download a handy field guide to take with you during your next nature walk.
Have you ever wondered what life is like for a mussel? With help from some local mussel experts, learn about the different species of freshwater mussels found in Pennsylvania, how they help keep water clean, and some of the environmental issues that are currently threatening their populations.
Algunas aves viven en el valle de Brandywine todo el año. Pero muchas especies migran hacia el sur para pasar el invierno y regresan en la primavera para la temporada de anidación...
Some birds are year-round residents of the Brandywine Valley. But many species migrate south for the winter, returning in spring for the nesting season...
By:
Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager
Did you know the Brandywine Conservancy's Penguin Court Preserve was originally named for the 10 African penguins that roamed the former estate home in the mid-1900s? To celebrate World Penguin Day, let’s learn more about African penguins! [[{"fid":"5475","view_mode":"...
By:
Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager, and Laura Westmoreland, Associate Educator for Adult & Community Programs
Spring blooms are one of our favorite parts of the season each year. One way to prepare for spontaneous spring planting is to create seed bombs that you can place outside. They can be made in almost any form, ranging from spheres that are easy to toss into garden spaces or even small...