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Brandywine Red Clay Events

Upcoming Event

Brandywine Shadfest 2025

May 18 @ 11:00 am

Brandywine Park, Wilmington, DE, 19802

Come join BRC and a master watershed steward from Penn State Extension and…

  • Learn about BRC initiatives towards clean water
  • Discover what it takes to have a watershed friendly property
  • Learn about Penn State Extensions Watershed Friendly Property Certification
  • Tour BRC grounds and explore the stormwater infrastructure we have put in place
  • Enjoy a sampling of Workhorse brewery’s new Speckled Stream IPA
  • Walk away with a native plant or two to get you started on your property.

 

Registration is free, but limited. Registration deadline is May 21.

Sounds Under the Stars-Ed Stivender

Myrick Conservation Center

Accompanying himself on banjo and harmonica, Ed tells stories from diverse cultures around the world, selecting his program based on the age and background of his audience. www.edstivender.com  Concert is … Continued

Sounds Under the Stars- Swing Kings

Myrick Conservation Center

West Chester's own full size dance band will feature tunes from the 30's, 40's and 50's.  www.wcswingkings.com  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Jam on the Brandywine

Myrick Conservation Center

Tickets are now on sale! Gates will open at Noon, with music from 1-8 p.m. https://bvarcva.formstack.com/forms/jamonthebrandywine Tickets are $25 per person Purchase your tickets ahead of time and receive $10 … Continued

Young Waterfowlers Program for Teens (Ages 11-17)

Trib 414 Watershed summary

Young Waterfowlers Program For Teens, Ages 11-17! Wednesdays from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Oct. 5, 12, 26, Nov. 2, 9, & Dec. 7. Meets at Ashland Nature Center, Hockessin, DE. $150, members only Waterfowling is an American tradition that combines hunting with an appreciation of wetlands and their wildlife. In order to instill … Continued

$150

Volunteer Work Day

Myrick Conservation Center

We Need You! at the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Volunteer Work Day at the Myrick Conservation Center October 8, 2016 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 8:30-Registration and light breakfast with Starbucks Coffee 9:00- Begin work on projects 12:30- Lunch served email: contact@brandywineredclay.org or call for additional information

Meadow Walk

Myrick Conservation Center

Join one of our naturalists for a walk through our property to collect insects and observe our native plants and pollinators.  Once the walk is complete, you will return to our barn for a light snack and discuss your observations.  Refreshments will be provided. Member:$3.00/Non-member: $6.00 To register please call 610-793-1090 or click here.

BRC Annual Dinner

Radley Run Restoration Plan

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$75

Pumpkin Picking and Hayride

Myrick Conservation Center

Come spend a beautiful fall day on our property.  Visit our garden to pick one of our home grown pumpkins, then head back to carve, paint or decorate your pumpkin.  Finish up your day with a hayride through our scenic vistas.  All materials provided, including: pumpkins, paint, paintbrushes and carving supplies. Member:$5.00/Non-member: $8.00 This event … Continued

Night Orienteering

Myrick Conservation Center

Delaware Valley Orienteering “Night Orienteering” at the Myrick Conservation Center.  For more information, please visit their website.

Annual Holiday Craft Night

Myrick Conservation Center

Looking for some time to yourself to prepare for the holidays?  Let us help with an evening of fun for your child(ren) while you finish last minute preparations and shopping.  Our annual Holiday Craft Night will give participants the opportunity to create a natural ornament and play games.  Later, snack on popcorn and watch a … Continued

2017 Polar Plunge

Join us for our Annual Polar Plunge! Experience the Brandywine Creek in a whole new way. Whether you go knee deep or take the full plunge you are welcome to make a splash! Online registration is now closed.  Participants may register at the event. Please see the documents below for more information or to register. Polar … Continued

Books & Boots

Myrick Conservation Center

A Story Time and Outdoor Adventure Club Ages: 3-5 Books come to life at the Myrick Conservation Center as Potter the Otter reads a book provided by Baldwin's Book Bard.  Afterwards, the story continues into a real-life outdoor adventure.  Adult participation is optional.  A snack will be provided.  Space is limited.  Please register by Wednesday … Continued