Willistown’s protected lands are unique experiential learning places that make the study of science, ecology and agriculture come alive for students of all ages. We use these conserved open spaces to explore the connections among land, farm, birds, habitat and water.
Over 1,000 children and adults participate in the Trust’s education events annually. However, our formal program offerings for public and private groups include: visiting our bird banding station, touring the farm, guided nature walk, preserve stewardship experience, or learning from our watershed scientists.
In the meantime, we welcome people from all walks of life to enjoy our nature preserves as outdoor classrooms on their own from sunrise to sunset.
Field Study and Research
Our Habitat Restoration, Farm, and Bird Conservation Programs attract and facilitate higher education field study and research. Recognized as a leader in the science of bird conservation and agroecology, researchers use our programs and conserved lands to advance the science of conservation. Our program area is the official field study site of the Academy of Natural Sciences and our staff members are faculty in the University of Pennsylvania’s Environmental Studies program. Click to see a list of research initiatives facilitated by Willistown Conservation Trust.
