Tuesday, August 11, 2020
By: Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager
It might seem like common sense, but have you ever wondered why birds bathe? It’s been a hot summer. Even here in Western Pennsylvania, we had more 90-degree days in July than we have had in several years. ...
Read MoreTuesday, July 28, 2020
By: Lillia Schmidt, Brandywine Conservancy Intern
Some of the most common aquatic vegetation found in Pennsylvania ponds is duckweed and filamentous algae. Despite a similar appearance from afar, they are two very different plants that, although typically beneficial for ponds, can have a negative effect if found in excessive...
Continue ReadingWednesday, July 15, 2020
By: Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager
With summer in full swing, many more species of butterflies and moths are appearing in the landscape around us. Evoke those bold summertime colors and create your own prismatic butterfly with this fun activity!
Continue ReadingWednesday, July 1, 2020
By: Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager
What child—or adult—hasn’t wished upon a mature dandelion and gently blew the seeds—and wishes—into the wind? And who doesn’t love some colorful fireworks on a warm summer’s eve? With this fun art project, you can evoke fond memories of both summer delights![[{"fid":"...
Continue ReadingThursday, June 11, 2020
By: Melissa Reckner, Penguin Court Program Manager
With their territorial sass, iridescent colors and quick motions, hummingbirds are a delight to many. These impressive little birds are unique in that they can fly forward, backwards and upside down; they can even hover. The ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris...
Continue ReadingMonday, June 8, 2020
By: Deirdre Flemming, Co-owner of Two Gander Farm
In this guest article, hear from Two Gander Farm's co-owner Deirdre Flemming on how their small, family-run organic farming business has been adapting to the many challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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