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Brandywine Red Clay Events

Upcoming Event

Break for a Date

February 14 @ 6:00 pm

Myrick Conservation Center

Ages 2 – 7
Every Thursday September 10-October 29 (Rain date Fridays)
10:00am – 11:30am

Books come to life at the Myrick Conservation Center as Potter the Otter reads a book to inspire. The story continues with an outdoor adventure and take home craft. Please remember to dress for the weather.

Members $5, Non-Member $10 . (Adult/Caregiver free, but must register.)

Registration required.

Books and Boots will be outdoors only.  In case of inclement weather it may be cancelled.

On day of program:

  • Families will be asked to sign a Covid waiver of liability as well as complete a Covid disclosure.
  • All participants will have their temperatures taken at the start of the program (both youth and caregivers)
  • All participants are required to wear masks for the duration of the program.  We will utilize socially distant “breathing breaks” as needed.
  • Participants will be required to use hand sanitizer at start of program.
  • A porta toilet and handwashing station is available near the parking lot.  All buildings are closed to outside visitors.
  • All participants will be met in the parking area.

Sounds Under the Stars-Cousin Jake and Friends

Myrick Conservation Center

This bluegrass band from Lancaster County will perform for a  repeat performance at Myrick Conservation Center.  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Sunflower Celebration

Myrick Conservation Center

Meet Jamie Hicks of Meadow Springs Farm and BRC Executive Director, Jim Jordan for a personal tour of these amazing flowers while learning about their journey from our land to your bird feeders. A hayride will escort you through the fields and you will have the opportunity to take family photos surrounded by a sea of … Continued

Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

Myrick Conservation Center

Join BRC's Education Department Staff as they host a solar-eclipse viewing program. A short presentation about the eclipse will be given, followed by an opportunity for discussion and preparation for viewing the event safely.  Solar-eclipse viewing glasses will be provided. This event is open to all ages. BRC Members – Free!     Non-members – $5 This … Continued

The Universe is Out There!

Myrick Conservation Center

  7:30pm – 9:30pm Members: Free Nonmembers: $5 Please join BRC and the Chester County Astronomical Society for a night gazing at our universe. Listen to local experts and learn about the night sky in Chester County. Attendees will also learn how to identify stars and constellations. Please note that this a weather dependent event, … Continued

Fall Craft Night

Myrick Conservation Center

6:00 – 8:30pm Members: $3   Nonmembers: $5 Ages:6-12 Love Fall? Join us in making some fun Fall crafts! Crafts will be made out of materials that can be found around the Myrick Conservation Center, or even around your house! Participants will also have the opportunity to submit their crafts to the Unionville Community fair … Continued

Volunteer Work Day

Myrick Conservation Center

We Need You! Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Volunteer Work Day at the Myrick Conservation Center   September 30, 2017 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

Fall Migration at the Myrick Conservation Center

8:00am - 10:00am Members: $10   Nonmembers: $15 During a guided walk, explore the varied habitats of the Myrick Conservation Center as we search for migrating birds like warblers, sparrows, and raptors.  Learn about the migratory patterns of birds that travel through the Brandywine Valley and how you can better locate these birds during your … Continued

Young Waterfowlers

Trib 414 Watershed summary

Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, November 8, 29, December 6 7:00-9:00 p.m. Ages 11-15 Members: $125 This very popular program is led by Jim Jordan, BRC’s Executive Director, Derek Stoner and others, and is offered in partnership with BRC, Delaware Nature Society and Natural Wildlife Federation. Students will learn the art and science of waterfowling, … Continued

Young Waterfowlers

Trib 414 Watershed summary

Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, November 8, 29, December 6 7:00-9:00 p.m. Ages 11-15 Members: $125 This very popular program is led by Jim Jordan, BRC’s Executive Director, Derek Stoner and others, and is offered in partnership with BRC, Delaware Nature Society and Natural Wildlife Federation. Students will learn the art and science of waterfowling, … Continued

Owl Prowl

Myrick Conservation Center

7:00 – 8:30pm Members: $3  Nonmembers: $5 Whooo’s ready for some fun! Learn about local owl species that inhabit the Myrick Conservation Center and the surrounding area. Dissect an owl pellet and find out what the owls have been hunting. Learn how to identify owl species by sight and their nighttime calls. Use all of … Continued

Young Waterfowlers

Trib 414 Watershed summary

Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, November 8, 29, December 6 7:00-9:00 p.m. Ages 11-15 Members: $125 This very popular program is led by Jim Jordan, BRC’s Executive Director, Derek Stoner and others, and is offered in partnership with BRC, Delaware Nature Society and Natural Wildlife Federation. Students will learn the art and science of waterfowling, … Continued

Simpers Red Streams Blue Tree Planting

Join BRC staff as we work on the Simpers Red Streams Blue project in East Marlborough Township. Volunteers will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty as they assist with the tree planting stage of this watershed conservation project. Space is limited for this program. Please call 610-793-1090 for availability.