Events

September 27, 2026
  • Family Nature Walk (ages 4-10)

    September 27, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm

    Get outside and discover the wonders of nature together! Join Manada Conservancy for a fun, guided family walk as we trek the trails, look for wildlife, discover plants and insects, and experience the changing season at a relaxed
    pace. This is a great opportunity for children and adults to explore and make lasting memories outdoors.
    We can't wait to explore with you!

  • Family Nature Walks (ages 8+)

    September 27, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

    Get outside and discover the wonders of nature together! Join Manada Conservancy for a fun, guided family walk as we trek the trails, look for wildlife, discover plants and insects, and experience the changing season at a relaxed
    pace. This is a great opportunity for children and adults to explore and make lasting memories outdoors.
    We can't wait to explore with you!

October 4, 2026
  • 10th Annual Walk in Penn's Woods

    October 4, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    7478 Appalachian Trail W, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17112, United States (Map)

    Join Manada Conservancy and The Dauphin County Woodland Owners Association for the annual Walk in Penn's Woods! This year's walk will take place on two properties persevered by Manada Conservancy.
    DCNR Service Forester, Andy Brought, will lead the walk and discussion, with topics including healthy forest management, wildlife habitat, invasive species control, creating and maintaining conservation easements, and government cost-share opportunities available
    to Pennsylvania woodland owners. Participants will also have an opportunity to learn more about how landowners, conservation organizations, and public agencies can work together to protect and improve privately owned forestland. Naturalist, Ian Gardner, will
    also join us for our walk this day.
    The event will be held rain or shine; the hike will be roughly 2 miles, sturdy shoes and comfortable hiking clothes are recommended.

October 25, 2026
  • Flight Fest

    October 25, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Cassel Vineyards of Hershey (80 Shetland Dr, Hummelstown, PA 17036, United States) (Map)

    Celebrate the season with Manada Conservancy at our annual Member Appreciation Event! Join us on Sunday, October 25, from 3-6 p.m. at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey for an afternoon of wine, local food, conservation, and birds of prey.
    The highlight of the afternoon will be an exclusive up-close experience with falconer Will Weyant and the Birds of Raptor Place – Iron Talons. Learn more about these incredible birds and the important role raptors play in our ecosystems.
    Flight Fest is a Manada Conservancy member appreciation event. Manada membership and pre-registration are required to attend.
    Not a member yet?
    Join Manada Conservancy
    and become part of our community of people working to protect the lands, waters and natural resources of Dauphin County. Once you become a member, you can register for Flight Fest!
    We hope you'll join us for an afternoon of celebrating Manada's members and the places we work together to protect!
    Learn more and register
    here
    .

November 12, 2026