Latino Conservation Week :: A Hispanic Access Foundation Initiative

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July 21, 2017 | Pennsylvania

Ready for Honors Club Visit to John Heinz NWR

The Ready for Life Honors Club will have a field day at John Heinz NWR. Activities will include fishing, hiking, and environmental education. Students should register to participate through Ready for ...

Sponsor(s): US Fish & Wildlife Service - John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, Ready for Life Honors Club

July 16, 2018 | Pennsylvania

Family Science Night: Pioneros de la Conservación

Bring the family for a night of science exploration. To celebrate Latino Conservation Week, displays and activities will focus on the conservation efforts of environmental leaders of Latino heritage. ...

Sponsor(s):

Keystone State Park

July 17, 2018 | Pennsylvania

An Evening of Nature Activities

Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with an evening of creekwalking investigation, birding, and hiking.

Sponsor(s):

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Lehigh Gap Nature Center

July 19, 2018 | Pennsylvania

Pollination Celebration!

John Heinz NWR is partnering with Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha to have a fun-filled camp day with a focus on pollinator education! We will be reading stories, doing crafts, having lessons, a...

Sponsor(s):

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum, Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha

July 22, 2018 | Pennsylvania

Aves en Pensilvania y América del Sur

Join the park naturalist on the front steps of the Kell Center for a walk around the lake in search of birds. In celebration of Latino Conservation Week, we'll focus on birds that migrate between̷...

Sponsor(s):

Keystone State Park

July 14, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Birds & Brews

Stop by the Kell Visitor Center between 9AM and 12PM to sample some bird friendly coffee. Start off Latino Conservation Week by learning how farming this delicious coffee in South America contributes ...

Sponsor(s):

Keystone State Park

July 15, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Monarch Madness

Celebrate Latino Conservation Week by learning all about the unique insect that we share with our South American neighbors. Monarch butterflies are a source of fascination for many, partly due to thei...

Sponsor(s):

Keystone State Park

July 15, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Spanish Walk

Are you a native Spanish speaker or simply interested in testing your Spanish skills? In honor of Latino Conservation Week, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum will hold a 3-mile hike on Mo...

Sponsor(s):

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

July 19, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Escuelita Oscar Romero Summer Camp site visit

In an effort to strengthen the ties with the local Hispanic community in Southwest Philadelphia, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge has invited Escuelita Oscar Romero Summer Camp to visit the refuge....

Sponsor(s):

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

July 20, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Pollinators & Native Wildflowers

Join the park naturalist at the Kell Visitor Center to learn the ins and outs of pollination, why we rely on it, and the role that pollinator organisms play. Learn about the unique relationship betwee...

Sponsor(s):

Keystone State Park

July 21, 2019 | Pennsylvania

Sustainable Living Workshop

In an era where we're bombarded by information that details how our way of life is impacting the world around us, it can sometimes be overwhelming trying to figure out what steps to take to…

Sponsor(s):

Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

July 16, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Free Fishing Nights at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

We are so excited to invite you to our free fishing nights at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge! We are offering free fishing for all ages with limited rods and bait available, or bring your…

Sponsor(s): John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

July 17, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Art at the Refuge with Salomé Cosmique!

We will be doing two crafts with a local artist and discussing some incredible Latinos in conservation work around the world!

Sponsor(s):

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

July 17, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Latino Conservation Week at Tyler Arboretum

Tyler Arboretum is proud to host Latino Conservation Week from July 17 - 25, 2021! Our 650-acre property will allow you to socially distance safely with family and friends whether you're exploring our...

Sponsor(s): Hispanic Access Foundation

July 18, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Kayaking Adventure with Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha

We will be going on a kayaking adventure in the Darby Creek with some of the older youths from Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha! We will be going with LL Bean's Outdoor Discovery Program, and wo...

Sponsor(s): John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, LL Bean, Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha

July 18, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Bridge the Gap: Pond Paddle at Pocono Environmental Education Center

Join PEEC for a paddle around our ponds! Beginners are welcome - they teach you everything you need to know! Dress appropriately - you may get wet. Call in advance to reserve a boat.

Sponsor(s): National Park Service

July 19, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Gettysburg History Hike: 3 Days in 90 Minutes

Hike from the Visitor Center to Cemetery Ridge where fighting raged on July 2 & 3, 1863. Get an overview of the battle, visit the site of Pickett's Charge, and walk in the footsteps of…

Sponsor(s): National Park Service

July 21, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Bug Survey Activity with Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha

Refuge staff will be going to visit Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha's campus in Philadelphia and doing some bug programming. We will be bringing out sweep nets, bug boxes, and bug identifying p...

Sponsor(s): John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha

July 24, 2021 | Pennsylvania

Free Fishing Day

Hook your first fish today! Join us for our free Family Fishing Day and let our volunteers and staff help you get a start on fishing. Limited rods and bait will be available or bring…

Sponsor(s): U.S Fish & Wildlife

July 01, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Latino Conservation Week at Tyler Arboretum

Tyler Arboretum is proud to host Latino Conservation Week from July 16 - 24, 2022! Our 650-acre property will allow you to socially distance safely with family and friends whether you're exploring our...

Sponsor(s):

Hispanic Access Foundation

July 13, 2022 | Pennsylvania

William Penn Forest Storybook Walk

Enjoy the (bilingual) “Smokey Bear Story” as you stroll in the William Penn’s Gibraltar Tract. The storybook trail is on natural dirt surface and may be muddy when wet. It is not very suitable f...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation William Penn State Forest

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Introduction to Canoeing

Directions: First, go to the park office. Across from the park office, there will be a tent, table, and canoes, as well as handouts and giveaways. Groups will go out every hour, but it's first-come,&#...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Marsh Creek State Park

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Storytime & Crafts

Children's story hour will be followed by a kid-friendly craft project. Meet at the Environmental Interpretive Center. No registration required. For more information visit: https://paparksandforests...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Friends of Beltzville

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Nature on the Beach

“Who am I?” Learn about furs, and skulls of the mammals found in the park. The Park Naturalist will have a table display with one of each throughout the day. For more information visit: https://p...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Pine Grove Furnace State Park

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Neshaminy Storybook Trail/Sendero de Storybook

A bilingual story leads visitors along the Logan Garden Trail Loop. Come and enjoy this self-guided tour. No registration needed. El Storybook está en el circuito de Logan Garden Trail. Es un sendero...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation Neshaminy State Park

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Gibraltar Hill / Ridgeway Trail Hike

Join David Bailey of the Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club (https://www.bmecc.org/) for a hike along the Ridgeway Trail of the Forest District.

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation William Penn State Forest

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Bluebirds and Pollinators

Join the Friends of Beltzville on a hike to look for bluebirds, as well as a visit to the Friends’ Pollinator Garden, one of their most important volunteer projects. Meet at the Environmental Inter...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Friends of Beltzville

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Latino Conservation Week: Meet CATE

CATE is the mobile health unit (Community-Accessible Testing and Education) sponsored by Latino Connection and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. CATE will be at Beltzville and Neshaminy State Par...

Sponsor(s):

PA Parks & Forests Foundation

July 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Meet Smokey Bear

¡Ven a conocer a Smokey the Bear y aprende sobre los guardabosques! DCNR tendrá un camión de bomberos en la entrada de Marsh Creek Pool. Come out to meet Smokey Bear and learn about what…

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Marsh Creek State Park

July 17, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Latino Conservation Week - Kayaking event

Come celebrate Latino Conservation Week at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge on Sunday, July 17th, from 3:30 pm - 5 pm. Join us for a fun Kayaking adventure with trained LL Bean staff.Activity for 8...

Sponsor(s): (FPC) Fairmount Park Conservancy & John Heinz NWR

July 17, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Nature on the Beach

“Who am I?” Learn about furs, and skulls of the mammals found in the park. The Park Naturalist will be walking around with specimens at Fuller Lake. No registration required. For more information ...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Pine Grove Furnace State Park

July 17, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Archery 101 with LL Bean

After brief introductions and a safety talk, you'll receive helpful advice on the proper technique for correctly holding a bow and releasing an arrow for optimal accuracy and precision. With guidance ...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Marsh Creek State Park

July 17, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Storybook Walk

El sendero comienza al parque infantil de Marsh Creek. El libro presentado se llama, “El agua fluye, el agua sube.” The trail begins at the Marsh Creek Playground. The featured book is titled “W...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Marsh Creek State Park

July 19, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Adventure Hike with Keystone Trails Association

Get outdoors close to home. Keystone Trails Association leads an approximately three-mile guided hike exploring trails in a state-protected forest spanning over 1,000 acres on Blue Mountain. While...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation, Keystone Trails Association, Latino Hispanic American Community Center

July 20, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Tree Planting with the Friends of Beltzville

The Friends will be replacing invasive species with native shrubs and plants. All are welcome to join in. Meet at the Environmental Interpretive Center. No registration needed. For more information vi...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Friends of Beltzville

July 21, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Forest Bathing

¡Experimenta la terapia verde! Este evento comienza en el salón de clases al aire libre, ubicado detrás de la oficina del parque y cerca del parque infantil. Experience green therapy! This event be...

Sponsor(s):

PA Parks & Forests Foundation / French Creek State Park

July 21, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Kayak the Delaware

¡Únanse al Park Naturalist para un paseo divertido en kayak por el río Delaware! Después de una sesión de estrategia y seguridad en tierra, los participantes se lanzarán desde el punto más al n...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation

July 22, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Kayak at Pine Grove Furnace

Take a guided kayak tour of Laurel Lake. Meet at the Tan Kayak Dock across from the boat rental at Laurel Lake. Space is limited to 12 participants. Preregistration required online or by calling in&...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Pine Grove Furnace State Park

July 22, 2022 | Pennsylvania

¡Bailar en FDR! Salsa Class and Social Dance

¡Bailar en FDR!: Salsa Class and Social DanceWant to learn how to dance salsa and bachata? ¡Vamos a bailar en FDR! Join us every 2nd & 4th Friday at the historic boathouse overlooking the park...

Sponsor(s): Fairmount Park Conservancy

July 23, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Hike the Killian Trail in William Penn State Forest

Bud Carnes of the Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club (https://www.bmecc.org/) leads this hike along the Killian Trail in the Gibraltar Hill Tract of the William Penn Forest. No registration needed. For...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation, William Penn State Forest, Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club

July 23, 2022 | Pennsylvania

Ruby Throated Hummingbirds

Sandy retired with 20 years of service as an Environmental Educator with Dauphin County Parks and Recreation at Wildwood Park in Harrisburg. She is a trained federally licensed bird bander and field o...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks & Forests Foundation / Pine Grove Furnace State Park

July 23, 2022 | Pennsylvania

FREE Community Boating Day at FDR Park/Días de navegación comunitaria GRATUITA

Join us for a FREE community boating day at FDR Park! Explore three connected bodies of water -- Pattison Lagoon, Edgewood Lake, and Hollander Creek -- while observing an array of wildlife and beaut...

Sponsor(s): Fairmount Park Conservancy and Discovery Pathways

July 15, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Storybook Walk/Hike and Scavenger Hike

Bilingual Storybook Trail and Scavenger HuntRuta de los cuentos bilingües y Búsqueda del tesoro Location | UbicaciónNolde Forest Environmental Center3025 New Holland Rd, Reading, PA 19607 For mor...

Sponsor(s): Nolde Forest State Park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

July 15, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Hike

Saturday, July, 15, 2023 at 10amBilingual HikeMeet at: 400 Ridgeway Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508Wear appropriate shoes and bring water. The Ridgeway Trail at Gibralter Hill is 3.3 miles long. Sabado 15 de...

Sponsor(s): Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club and PA Parks & Forests Foundation

July 15, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Free Admission to Tyler Arboretum and Special Education Stations at Pollinator Preserve and Lucille's Garden

Enjoy Free Admission to Tyler Arboretum for Latino Conservation Week by using the code LCW2023 at the Visitor Center from July 15 to July 23, 2023! As part of your free admission, you can also…

Sponsor(s):

Tyler Arboretum

July 15, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Storybook Walk/Hike

Celebrate Latino Conservation week with a storybook trail that follows fisherman Finn and his dog, Skip, as they explore the forest, human impacts, and conservation. Enjoy the book and a hike! Boo...

Sponsor(s):

Pine Grove Furnace State Park and PA Parks & Forests Foundation

July 16, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bluebird Nesting Box Tour - Tyler Arboretum - Registration Required

Bluebird Nesting Box Tours July 16, 1-2 pm Capacity 10, Register at: https://3828.blackbaudhosting.com/3828/Bluebird-Nesting-Box-Tour-16Jul2023 July 23, 1-2 pm Capacity 10, Register at: https://3828...

Sponsor(s): Tyler Arboretum

July 16, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Historic Walking Tour

Sponsor(s): Greenwood Furnace State park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

July 18, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Art in the Arboretum - Tyler Arboretum - Registration Required

Latino Conservation Week: Art in the Arboretum Tuesday, July 18; 10-11:15 AM Capacity 20, Registration Required: https://3828.blackbaudhosting.com/3828/Latino-Conservation-Week-Art-in-the-Arboretum L...

Sponsor(s): Tyler Arboretum

July 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Butterfly Hike

Saturday, July 22, 20231:00pm - 2:30pm Bilngual HikeCaminata Bilingue Meet at Education BuildingReunión en el Edificio de Educación Enjoy a bilingual hike to learn about the amazing lives of Monarch...

Sponsor(s): Kings Gap State Park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

July 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bird Walk with In Color Birding

Please join In Color Birding Club as they explore Tyler Arboretum for the first time. The outing is on Saturday, July 22nd from 7-9am. In Color Birding Club encourages the accessibility and welcoming ...

Sponsor(s): In Color Birding and Tyler Arboretum

July 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Hike

Sponsor(s): Susquehannock State Park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

July 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Nature Center and Bat Program

July 22, 20234:30-7pm: Nature Center8:30pm: Bat Program 22 de julio de 202316:30-19:00: Centro de la Naturaleza20:30: Programa sobre murciélagos Location | UbicaciónCowans Gap State Park 6235 Aughwi...

Sponsor(s): Cowans Gap State Park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

September 03, 2024 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Storybook Trail / Sendero para la Lectura de Cuentos Infantiles Bilingües

Starting September 1st/ A partir del 1 de septiembre Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with a storybook trail that teaches about different woodland habitats while following the adventures of Pearl...

Sponsor(s): Pine Grove State Park

September 12, 2024 | Pennsylvania

100th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt | Búsqueda del tesoro del centenario

This self-guided activity starts at the park office - inside the breezeway and can be done during daylight hours. Enjoy your adventure through the past. This year marks the 100th Anniversary of Greenw...

Sponsor(s): Greenwood Furnace State park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

September 13, 2024 | Pennsylvania

Bilingual Storybook Trail: Nolde Forest Environmental Center | Sendero de libros de cuentos bilingüe: Centro ambiental del bosque de Nolde

Our NEW storybook trail is waiting for you to read it on your adventure in the forest. Hike in from the Sawmill parking lot. Find the first page at the entrance to Watershed Trail (near…

Sponsor(s): Nolde Forest State Park and Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation

September 14, 2024 | Pennsylvania

Philly Fall Festival

The 2024 Philly Fall Nature Festival at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge promises a day filled with outdoor excitement and exploration. Join us on September 14, 10 am - 3 pm for free all-day act...

Sponsor(s): John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

September 20, 2024 | Pennsylvania

Spanish Nature Program | Programa Naturaleza Española

Tune in at 11am as PA Parks and Forests Foundation Volunteers talk about Healthy Lands Week on the Spanish radio program at Albright College. Live stream the program at https://onlineradiobox.com/us/...

Sponsor(s): PA Parks and Forests Foundation

September 20, 2024 | Pennsylvania

History Program: Water Races of Pine Grove Furnace | Programa de Historia: Carreras de Agua del Horno Pine Grove

Andre Weltman, local historian and chairman of the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace will speak about iron company waterwheels & water races. Many of the old water supply channels are still visible in...

Sponsor(s): Pine Grove Furnace State Park

September 21, 2024 | Pennsylvania

Sembrando Nuestras Raíces

Independence National Historical Park would like to invite you to “Sembrando Nuestras Raíces.” This event, as a part of Latino Conservation Week, will allow the Park Rangers to share the knowled...

Sponsor(s):

Karla Morales & Anthony Rivera, Independence National Historical Park

Latino Conservation Week is a collection of events from variety of organizations. Hispanic Access Foundation is only directly responsible for events in which it is listed as a sponsor.

Email: lcw@hispanicaccess.org

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