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Wading through Wetlands in Search of Amphibians & Reptiles

Do you have a property in Pennsylvania with wetland habitat? If so, your backyard might be a great candidate for a herpetological study! In the article below, the Brandywine’s Easement Manager, Kristen Frentzel, takes us along a trip wading through wetlands of a conserved farm to aid local scientists in collecting data for the Pennsylvania Amphibian & Reptile Survey. Learn more about the importance of this study and how you can get involved, too!
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Brandywine Conservancy Celebrates Land Conservation Successes

The Brandywine Conservancy’s Land Conservation and Stewardship Program staff celebrated a host of new conservation easement and acquisition projects in closing out its 2022 fiscal year. From July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, staff completed 27 conservation projects, protecting...

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Hiking 101: Tips for the Trails

Let’s hit the trails! Fall is an ideal season to immerse yourself in nature. There’s so much to experience and explore as the leaves begin to change colors, the crisp air settles in, and critters begin to prep for hibernation. Whether you hit up Brandywine’s campus trails, take a trek at a local preserve, or adventure to a state or national park, check out the scoop below for tips on how to make all of your hikes a highlight of the season.
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How to be a Forest Steward in Your Own Backyard

Tackling invasive species on your property or taking on a reforestation project can often seem like daunting tasks. Margaret Moore, an easement landowner with the Brandywine Conservancy, knows the challenges of this process all too well. Over the past several years, she’s been diligently...

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Invasive Species Spotlight: Japanese Snowball

Viburnum is a genus with around 150 species of shrubs or small trees that are mostly native to temperate regions of Asia, Africa, Europe and North America. Many species have become quite popular in the horticulture trade for their attractive flowers and autumn color.  Chief among them are a...

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