Our nature preserves are open to the public 365 days per year from sunrise to sunset, providing natural places that offer peace and respite for all. Willistown Conservation Trust owns and manages Hartman Meadow, Ashbridge, Kirkwood, Kestrel Hill and Rushton Woods Preserves. We maintain these lands to preserve and enhance … Learn more about our nature preserves.
Spring Open House at Rushton Woods Preserve
Our Spring Open House is back! Join us at Rushton Woods Preserve for an immersive experience within our program areas: Bird Conservation, Watershed Protection, and Community Farm. You will be guided through the preserve and learn about the Trust’s holistic approach to conservation and have the opportunity to speak directly with our program staff.
BIRD CONSERVATION
Visit our Bird Banding Station along the hedge row of Rushton Farm and speak with our Director of Bird Conservation, Lisa Kiziuk about Avian research at the Trust and how these findings contribute to protecting birds and habitat vital to their survival.
WATERSHED PROTECTION
You can explore the ecology of our local streams with Lauren McGrath, Director of Watershed Protection Program, and learn about why keeping the watersheds of the Darby, Crum and Ridley Creeks healthy is so important.
COMMUNITY FARM
Fred de Long, Director of Community Farm Program, will share what’s growing on the farm this season, sustainable farming practices, and the importance of soil health.
Select a start time from the form below. You and your group will move through the preserve stopping at all three program areas to observe and talk with the staff.
The tour will take approximately 90 minutes. Covid-19 safety protocols will be in place and please – wear shoes for mud!
Registration is required due to limited capacity!
