Community Calendar

Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers an enriching, nature-based environment where children learn, play, and grow through curiosity and discovery, thus budding both friendships and a lifelong appreciation of our natural world.

11 Weeks of Summer Camp FUN from June 8 through August 21.
Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers summer fun at our Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.

Located in the Lehigh Valley, Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary is generally a convenient 10-15 minutes from Allentown and Macungie, 25 minutes from Bethlehem, as well as 30 minutes from Easton.

Register before April 1 for a 10% Discount!

Register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/camp/.

Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler, Environmental Education Manager: akohler@wildlandspa.org.

Tournament-style Scrabble. Players of all abilities are welcome.

Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers an enriching, nature-based environment where children learn, play, and grow through curiosity and discovery, thus budding both friendships and a lifelong appreciation of our natural world.

11 Weeks of Summer Camp FUN from June 8 through August 21.
Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers summer fun at our Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.

Located in the Lehigh Valley, Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary is generally a convenient 10-15 minutes from Allentown and Macungie, 25 minutes from Bethlehem, as well as 30 minutes from Easton.

Register before April 1 for a 10% Discount!

Register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/camp/.

Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler, Environmental Education Manager: akohler@wildlandspa.org.

Wildlands Conservancy’s 30th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn – June 19 – 21, 2026.

Join us for 1, 2, or all 3 days! Paddle and pedal your way into Summer on our guided adventure: canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and bike the metro-wilderness reaches of the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley, including whitewater rafting through the Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos. Sojourners are treated to scenic views, visits from resident wildlife, and a shared appreciation for the lifeblood of our region — our mighty and beloved Lehigh River!

Each day boasts a different get-outdoors adventure on the water with unique views and experiences: Day 1 – Sand Island to Rt. 33, Boat Launch, Easton; Day 2 – Walnutport to Weissport; Day 3 – Drakes Creek to Glen Onoko. This year’s river adventure includes educational programming from our neighbors in conservation and environmental education, camping at various parks, and special events.

Please register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/lehighriversojourn/.

For more information on daily plans, river experiences and/or questions regarding age, health or paddler experience levels, please contact: Jerry McAward, River Safety Team Leader, jerry@jtraft.com, 610-751-9761.

For more information and/or questions regarding registration, please contact: Nicole Landis, Senior Community Engagement Specialist, nlandis@wildlandspa.org, 610-965-4397 ext. 145.

Wildlands Conservancy’s Stream Team Volunteers – 2026!
Dates: Fridays, May 29 – Sept. 25, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM at various locations – check out our website for more information.

If you’re ready to go with the flow, join us as we maintain vegetative areas along streams (riparian buffers) and help ensure the survival of young, native trees in the forest buffer. These vital areas improve water quality in local communities, reduce erosion and flooding concerns, and provide habitat for wildlife.

Repairing vegetative streamside areas, also called riparian buffers, is a science-based method to:
• Improving water quality by reducing pollutants entering waterways through runoff, providing clean drinking water for hundreds of thousands of people in local communities.
• Restoring habitat for fish and native birds by planting native vegetation that provides sustenance and cools the water temperature.
• Reducing flooding downstream.
Stream Team is an act of environmental stewardship, which is our guiding principle to protecting and restoring our critical waterways that are the lifeblood of the Lehigh Valley and Lehigh River.

Stream Team is a great volunteer opportunity for individuals, college students, and community groups. Volunteers are encouraged to register for multiple dates and locations at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/streamteam/.

Questions? Contact Jake Metzger - jmetzger@wildlandspa.org, using subject line: “Stream Team Volunteers”.

Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers an enriching, nature-based environment where children learn, play, and grow through curiosity and discovery, thus budding both friendships and a lifelong appreciation of our natural world.

11 Weeks of Summer Camp FUN from June 8 through August 21.
Wildlands Conservancy’s summer camp offers summer fun at our Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.

Located in the Lehigh Valley, Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary is generally a convenient 10-15 minutes from Allentown and Macungie, 25 minutes from Bethlehem, as well as 30 minutes from Easton.

Register before April 1 for a 10% Discount!

Register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/camp/.

Questions? Contact Arianna Kohler, Environmental Education Manager: akohler@wildlandspa.org.

Wildlands Conservancy’s 30th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn – June 19 – 21, 2026.

Join us for 1, 2, or all 3 days! Paddle and pedal your way into Summer on our guided adventure: canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and bike the metro-wilderness reaches of the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley, including whitewater rafting through the Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos. Sojourners are treated to scenic views, visits from resident wildlife, and a shared appreciation for the lifeblood of our region — our mighty and beloved Lehigh River!

Each day boasts a different get-outdoors adventure on the water with unique views and experiences: Day 1 – Sand Island to Rt. 33, Boat Launch, Easton; Day 2 – Walnutport to Weissport; Day 3 – Drakes Creek to Glen Onoko. This year’s river adventure includes educational programming from our neighbors in conservation and environmental education, camping at various parks, and special events.

Please register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/lehighriversojourn/.

For more information on daily plans, river experiences and/or questions regarding age, health or paddler experience levels, please contact: Jerry McAward, River Safety Team Leader, jerry@jtraft.com, 610-751-9761.

For more information and/or questions regarding registration, please contact: Nicole Landis, Senior Community Engagement Specialist, nlandis@wildlandspa.org, 610-965-4397 ext. 145.

The Bethlehem Rose Garden is a curated farmer's market that serves as a thriving and welcoming outlet, directly connecting the greater Lehigh Valley community to our local farmers, artisans and service providers. The market is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026.

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Join Wildlands Conservancy for a guided hike through one of Hickory Run State Park’s most scenic destinations, Hawk Falls. We’ll begin by walking through a beautiful tunnel of rhododendrons, leading to multiple viewpoints of the park’s natural 25 foot waterfall. Please note that swimming and picnicking are not permitted at the falls.

The main trail to Hawk Falls is rated “more difficult” due to uneven and rocky terrain. Participants who prefer a shorter outing may return on the same trail to complete a 1.2 mile hike. For those who want to explore further, we’ll continue from the base of the falls onto the Orchard Trail, creating a 3 mile loop. Although this trail is rated “most difficult,” it is lightly traveled and offers peaceful views—including glimpses of Mud Run as we duck beneath low rhododendron branches. The trail climbs gradually before winding back to the falls, where we will return to the parking area together.

What to Bring
• Water and snacks
• Insect repellent
• Layers appropriate for the weather
• Sturdy, comfortable shoes (expect rocks, roots, and the possibility of getting your feet wet)
• Sunscreen
• Strongly recommended: hiking poles - Wildlands will have poles available to borrow.
• Pets: Welcome, but must be kept on a leash.
• Restrooms: No bathrooms are available at the Hawk Falls parking lot. However, restrooms are located at the Hickory Run State Park Visitor Center, 3.1 miles farther along PA‑534.

Questions? Contact: Nicole Landis, nlandis@wildlandspa.org .

Event is free; online registration required: https://engage.wildlandspa.org/calendar/event/439. Registration will open Monday, May 18.

Wildlands Conservancy’s 30th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn – June 19 – 21, 2026.

Join us for 1, 2, or all 3 days! Paddle and pedal your way into Summer on our guided adventure: canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and bike the metro-wilderness reaches of the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley, including whitewater rafting through the Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos. Sojourners are treated to scenic views, visits from resident wildlife, and a shared appreciation for the lifeblood of our region — our mighty and beloved Lehigh River!

Each day boasts a different get-outdoors adventure on the water with unique views and experiences: Day 1 – Sand Island to Rt. 33, Boat Launch, Easton; Day 2 – Walnutport to Weissport; Day 3 – Drakes Creek to Glen Onoko. This year’s river adventure includes educational programming from our neighbors in conservation and environmental education, camping at various parks, and special events.

Please register online at: https://www.wildlandspa.org/lehighriversojourn/.

For more information on daily plans, river experiences and/or questions regarding age, health or paddler experience levels, please contact: Jerry McAward, River Safety Team Leader, jerry@jtraft.com, 610-751-9761.

For more information and/or questions regarding registration, please contact: Nicole Landis, Senior Community Engagement Specialist, nlandis@wildlandspa.org, 610-965-4397 ext. 145.