Updated May 8, 2022
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Since 2002. Now at www.berkscountynature.org. Nature Activities of Organizations in Berks County, Pennsylvania |
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This site contains information about programs, field trips,
exhibits, and organizations relating to natural history in
and around Berks County, Pennsylvania. Programs and events are open to
the public.
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Social Event. The Mengel Natural History Society will join with the Baird Ornithological Club on their meeting day to see a sampling of Russ Hoffman's excellent framed enlarged photographs of Berks County Birds. Using a selection of prints, Russ will share how he captured these remarkable images providing valuable tips for those seeking to try as well. (The full exhibit will be displayed in Nolde Mansion during the week prior to the meeting, 8:00 am-4:00 pm.) Members and guests enjoy light refreshments. Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center, on PA-625 2 miles south of PA-724. (2910 New Holland Road, Reading, PA.) Public is welcome. |
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"Butterfly, Bird, and Botany Walk" on Neversink Mountain. Butterflies, birds and plants. We will view at a distance and for a good look we will capture some butterflies and put them in viewing jars so you can get a close look before releasing them. A checklist of the 59 species of butterflies known from the mountain will be provided. Meet at S. 10th and South Street Reading. Park on South Street. Joint walk with Baird Ornithological Club. Leaders: Karl Gardner, 610-987-3281, and Ryan Woolwine 610-777-2333. All welcome. Free. Children friendly event. See the Neversink sightings report of butterfly species seen from 2017 through 2021. | ||||||||||
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The SPOTTED LANTERNFLY (Lycorma delicatula) What to look for This insect (a plant hopper native to SE Asia) was discovered for the first time in North America in September 2014. It is a potential threat to an array of plants from herbaceous plants to trees, not only locally, but for the continent. |
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You are also invited to the butterfly walks found at the link at the top
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