Valley Forge Audubon Society Calendar of Events

Wentz Run Park in Blue Bell has some naturalized areas as well as a nature trail that goes through woods and meadows. We'll be looking for resident summer birds and recently fledged young. The first part of our walk will be on paved trails along edge habitat. We will then head into the woods and meadows where we will be walking on earthen trails. Please wear sturdy waterproof shoes as it can be wet in some areas. There are large stepping stones to cross the creek that we will have to navigate.

Please bring binoculars if you have them. The leaders will have 2 pairs to share. Beginner birders are welcome as are children if accompanied by an adult.

Park in the large lot at the end of Anvil Lane where we will meet. There are restrooms on site.

GPS: 5P68+75 Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

Leaders: Pat and Tony Nastase (patnastase@gmail.com)

How to find us: Enter the park from Gradyville Road. Once in the park, follow the signs to the park office, which is Hunting Hill Mansion, and meet in the upper parking lot. If using GPS, enter these coordinates to take you directly to the meeting location: +39.95076, -75.45191

Please join Ridley Creek State Park's naturalist on the second Sunday of every month for a 2-3 mile guided nature hike through the woods and fields of this expansive 2,606-acre park in Delaware County, only 16 miles from center city Philadelphia.

The hike will last about 2 hours and will take place on natural surface trails, so wear good walking shoes and bring water and snacks. You may want to bring binoculars if you have them to get a better look at the birds we encounter. We will also explore the variety of trees, wildflowers, and other plants and animals that we may find, and we will learn about the history of the park as well.

Registration is not required for this family-friendly program. Meet at the Hunting Hill Mansion (Park Office) in the upper parking lot.

Restrooms are available on site.