Three cheers for our volunteers who came out to clear trails at ChesLen Preserve this past weekend! We couldn't upkeep nature's beauty without your helping hands. Join us at the next volunteer day at ChesLen on August 11. natlands.org/event/volunteer… Photos: Lauren Bacigalupi

Explore one of our unique preserves, Sadsbury Woods Preserve, on our continuation of the First Friday Hike series this August. Please register (it's free!) and join us on an exclusive hike with our preserve manager, Erin Smith. More info: natlands.org/event/firstfrid…

🎻This summer, the Philadelphia International Music Camp & Festival turns the notion of performing in a small room on its head. The birds and bullfrogs will lend their notes to the musical performance at Hildacy Preserve, on July 23. Tickets: natlands.org/event/openair-m…

Pints... and more pints! We're excited next Saturday's PINTS ON THE PRESERVE hosted at ChesLen will feature local ice cream truck, Maggie Moo's. Come out to enjoy freshly scooped delicious treats for the whole family. Please register: ow.ly/1zWS50SAEG4 photo: Erin Smith

We finally made the difficult decision to cancel FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, due to a forecast for rain all day and evening. We hope you will join us in September for Beats & Brews at Binky Lee Preserve! Tickets: natlands.org/beatsandbrews Photo: Lisa Hancock

Last year's SPLISH SPLASH💦 event in Stroud Preserve's Brandywine Creek led us to find a hellgrammite (aka the 'King Kong' of water insects), larva of the dobsonfly! ow.ly/Kfrs50SArGQ Don't miss SPLISH SPLASH💦 on August 17: ow.ly/hgTb50SArGR photo: Martha Moore

🌿 Happy National Simplicity Day! 🌿 Today, we celebrate the beauty of nature's simple gifts. Take a moment to breathe in the fresh air, admire the beauty of a single flower, and appreciate the tranquility that surrounds us. #NationalSimplicityDay Photo: David Korbonits

Join us this Friday for our very favorite music event - FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS hosted at ChesLen Preserve in Coatesville! Grab your tickets and we'll see you there! natlands.org/fridaynightligh… Photo: Ed Cunicelli

Explore local habitats with #NextGen Council members, alongside fellow nature enthusiasts on July 12. Discover the beauty of our surroundings and learn about the diverse flora & fauna that inhabit them. Sign up: ow.ly/C08w50St9it Photo: Jill Sabre

Immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings of ChesLen Preserve at this year's FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS on July 12th. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a get together with friends and family. Tickets: natlands.org/fridaynightligh…

We are closing down registrations for FIELD JAM tomorrow at noon! Please join us for exclusive access to the barnyard of Stroud Preserve - we'll have a sprinkler and vendors with cold beer, cider, wine, and delicious burritos, tacos, and more. natlands.org/fieldjam

What will you do with all the time? It's the longest day and shortest night of the year. Photo: Tom Bernard

We are less than one month away from the beloved Friday Night Lights event, transforming ChesLen Preserve's field into a stunning musical evening. Don't forget premium tickets offer prime parking spots and more perks. natlands.org/event/fridaynig… Photos: Laurie Carrozzino Photography

We're planning for a hot one this Saturday! If you're joining us for Field Jam at Stroud Preserve, please note we will be giving away FREE water, lemonade, and will have plenty of ice available. Tickets & more info: natlands.org/fieldjam Photo: Joanne Bosco

We're almost one month away from the most exciting music event of the year: Friday Night Lights hosted at ChesLen Preserve! Limited premium tickets offer prime parking spots and other perks. We hope to see you there! ow.ly/oVUq50SecEc Photo: Laurie Carrozzino Photography

We invite you to explore Saunders Woods Preserve and enjoy art along the trails. To make the experience even more fun for the whole family, we’ve developed a series of scavenger hunts for download. This month is shapes: squiggles, squares, stars, and more. ow.ly/98cy50SbJUN

Our next Pints on the Preserve is happening this Saturday, June 8 at ChesLen Preserve! At this free event, enjoy the majestic view of preserved open space while enjoying a fresh pint from our partners East Branch Brewing Company. Please register below. ow.ly/roIe50S9XTp

Join us this Saturday, June 8, to help maintain the trails and natural landscape at Gwynedd Preserve! Each pair of hands makes a difference. ow.ly/B8vj50S8MWQ

We're thrilled to announce we've confirmed our two bands for the new date of Field Jam, on June 22! Please welcome Dylan Zangwill and The Youngers as our rocking bands. Sign up and reserve your tickets today: natlands.org/event/fieldjam2…

Tomorrow we are excited to be exhibitors at the 3rd Annual Sustainability Conference hosted by SustainDelco. We hope to see you there! If you haven't pre-registered, you can still attend the livestream of morning sessions at this link: youtube.com/live/Gu9JLev8ZR0