Bryn Coed Preserve

Are you a staff member or volunteer of a conservation group or organization? Attend the We Conserve PA Conference for networking and learning opportunities! Over 25 hours of training in land protection, stewardship, technology, education, outreach, and more. Learn more and register online.

The rescue and restoration of American chestnut stands as one of the most difficult, prolonged, and complex single-species conservation tasks ever attempted, said Kim Steiner, professor of forest biology at Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences and director of the University’s arboretum."

"Norwegian friluftsliv offers an alternative, full of cold-hardy inspiration for a frigid time of year. Like the cabin-cozy word hygge, which spurred a worldwide run on candles and fuzzy blankets, it’s proof that mindset can transform the way we experience our world."

Looking for a place to volunteer on Monday? How about right here at Bryn Coed Preserve?

Tired of wet feet? You can help us build a bridge at Bryn Coed Preserve! Double your gift. Before December 31st. Do it for the preserve. natlands.org/bryncoedchallenge... Photo: Mae Axelrod

Which species of feathered friends can you draw to a bird feeding during winter? Join Natural Lands’ staff member Debbie Beer for this online event to find out, and participate in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count!

You can help extend the trails at Bryn Coed Preserve! Double your gift. Before December 31st. Do it for the preserve. natlands.org/bryncoedchallenge... Photo: Caleb Arrowood

We are now accepting applications for the Force of Nature class of 2021! This program teaches land stewardship techniques that are put into practice across Natural Lands nature preserves. Learn more about becoming a Force of Nature on our website.

Like this shady path? You can help us plant more trees! Complete the Wilson Challenge for Bryn Coed Preserve. Double your gift. Before December 31st. Do it for the preserve. natlands.org/bryncoedchallenge... Photo: Alessandra Manzotti

On the shortest day and through the longest night, we wish all of you a happy winter solstice. Photo: Adam Hribar

Who is the biggest celebrity in Chester County? Our white oak tree has been the star of many photoshoots over the years from its admirers. Do you have a photo of our Bryn Coed superstar? We'd love to see it! If you can, please support the white oak tree and Bryn Coed Preserve by contributing to the Bryn Coed Challenge. natlands.org/bryncoedchallenge... Photos: Malia Edmunds, Mark Williams, Bob Schafer