Wildlife Habitat Hike

Habitats offer wildlife the food, water, shelter, and space they need in order to survive. Native gardening guru Katie Fisk returns this fall to guide you on the Briar Bush trails to see these concepts in action. We’ll look at the forest layers and how they are used by wildlife, visit the Bird Observatory to study birds at the feeders, gather inspiration from water sources, and discover all the life a simple log supports.

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Location: Briar Bush Nature Center

Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024

Time: 10:30am-11:30am

Cost per Participant: $10.00 | Abington Resident: $9.00 | FOBB Member: $8.00

Notes:​​

• This program will take place indoors and outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

• Participants will hike the full main trail loop at Briar Bush. The trails are uneven and covered with woodchips.

• Registration closes 9/4/24 at 12pm.

• Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.​

Cancellation Policy:

• If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.

Creating Backyard Wildlife Habitat

Following our September Wildlife Habitat Hike, you’ll learn how to add food, water, shelter, and space to your own living space. From the basics of bird feeding to brush piles, to offering (and managing) water through a bird bath, DIY pond, or rain garden, learn how to turn your yard into a 5-star wildlife resort!​

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Location: Briar Bush Nature Center

Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm

Cost per Participant: $10.00 | Abington Resident: $9.00 | FOBB Member: $8.00

Notes:​​

• This program will take place in the Museum's indoor, second-floor program space. This space is accessible only by stairs.

• Registration closes 11/5/24 at 12pm.

• Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.​

Cancellation Policy:

• If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.

The Nature of the Holidays

Holly, reindeer, olive oil, and pine trees: these are just some of the many symbols of the holiday season. You may know which plants and animals represent the holidays and even how they came to be holiday icons; now learn a little bit about their natural history!​

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Location: Briar Bush Nature Center

Date: Friday, December 13, 2024

Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm

Cost per Participant: $10.00 | Abington Resident: $9.00 | FOBB Member: $8.00

Notes:​​

• This program will take place in the Museum's indoor, second-floor program space. This space is accessible only by stairs.

• Registration closes 12/12/24 at 12pm.

• Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.​

Cancellation Policy:

• If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.