Participants will experience activities and field trip routes developed with local teachers and school districts while exploring how PERT uses the preserve as an outdoor classroom. The workshop will include bird activities and binocular instruction, examples of elementary, middle, and high school programs, and visits to areas used to teach about grasslands, forests, wildlife, watersheds, water quality, conservation, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.

We will also share examples of existing school partnerships and discuss ways schools can work with PERT through field trips, school-based projects, environmental clubs, and other outdoor learning opportunities.

This event is also a great opportunity for retired educators and others interested in supporting PERT’s K–12 education programs. Information will be available about volunteer opportunities.

Refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, August 22, 2026
8:30 AM–12:30 PM

Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
2955 Edge Hill Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Important: This is an active, primarily outdoor workshop. Participants will spend several hours outside in August weather and walk over hills and rough, uneven, natural-surface trails. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather, and bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Free, but registration is required by August 20:
https://forms.gle/dpohZvETXNT75Q5b7

Questions may be directed to Kevin Roth at kroth@pennypacktrust.org