Are you a conservation professional or volunteer? Join us for the 2026 Christina Basin Task Force Bus Tour. This year’s tour focuses on the Brandywine Creek as a drinking water source, dam removal on the Brandywine, brownfield remediation on the Christina River and urban green stormwater infrastructure sites. Tour sites include:
Porter Water Drinking Water Treatment Plant– tour of the water treatment process and current issues with water quality with Mary Neutz, City of Wilmington.
Johnston Park Bioretention Project– City of Wilmington, featuring three bioretention basins presented by Kelly Wilson, Delaware Nature Society
Rooftop of ShopRite Shopping Center– Unique birds-eye- view of CBR4 brownfield and remediation sites installed over the past 30 years and a view of new projects in design along the Christina River, with John Cargill and Todd Keyser, DNREC.
Lunch at Riverfront Market at City of Wilmington- lunch on your own (pay for what you like) choose from pizza, peruvian rotisserie, poke bowl, thai, salad, sandwich or tacos. See full list at: https://riverfrontwilm.com/location/riverfront-market/ (or if you prefer, bring your own lunch)
Walking tour of Riverfront rain garden and wetland plantings with Marian Young, Brightfields
Visit Breck’s Mill Dam and see the former site of Dam #6 (duPont) and learn about dam removal on Brandywine Creek on a pleasant walk along the Brandywine Creek with Jim Shanahan of Brandywine River Restoration Trust
For Children 3-5 Years Old Books come to life at the Myrick Conservation Center as Potter the Otter reads a book to inspire. 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 the Wednesday before class. Dress for the weather … Continued
Race 1 of the 2018 Trail Creek Series, benefitting the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance - the oldest small watershed conservation organization. There will be a 5K and 10K race through the beautiful lands of the Myrick Conservation Center. The 2018 10K race is part of the Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Series. Prizes for age group categories ranging … Continued
This presentation will look at the Fly Fishing opportunities of one of southeastern Pennsylvania's best rivers, the historical Brandywine. A cold-water trout fishery at the top, a blue-ribbon smallmouth bass river through the middle and tidal water at the bottom, the Brandywine has it all. We will discuss gear, techniques, tactics and places to go … Continued
For Children 3-5 Years Old Books come to life at the Myrick Conservation Center as Potter the Otter reads a book to inspire. 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 the Wednesday before class. Dress for the weather … Continued
Ages 10 & up Join us at our property and embrace the peaceful surroundings by practicing a yoga among the trees. After your practice go on a hike and learn about the nature that surrounds you. Members: $5 Non-members: $8 Register here.
All ages Experience the magic of BRC’s property after dark! Hike to our pond and listen for the frogs and see how many species you can identify. Look to the skies for our winged friends and see how many you can count. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy, weather proof shoes suitable for uneven trails. … Continued
The Pennsylvania Game Commission's Hunter Education division will host Time for Turkeys on Sunday, April 8, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Myrick Conservation Center. This program will introduce participants to the world of the Wild Turkey and provide tips for how to prepare for the upcoming Spring Gobbler season. Try hands-on activities like turkey … Continued
For Children 3-5 Years Old Books come to life at the Myrick Conservation Center as Potter the Otter reads a book to inspire. 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 the Wednesday before class. Dress for the weather … Continued
Ages 7 & up Join us in making some fun Spring crafts! Go on a hike to gather your materials and get inspiration from our 318-acre property. Let your imagination run wild while you create crafts from natural and recycled items. Member: $3 Non-member: $5 Register here.
As one of the most historic small watersheds in the nation, the Brandywine-Christina supplies drinking water to over a half million people in Delaware and Pennsylvania and supports $1.6 billion in annual economic activity and over 100,000 jobs. This conference will include highlights from the newly released Brandywine-Christina State of the Watershed Report and showcase … Continued
Ages 10 & up Celebrate the end of the day with a truly organic experience. Every level welcomed for this two-hour outdoor yoga class. Bring a mat, water bottle and comfortable clothing. You will surely leave feeling refreshed and heathy. Member: $5 Non-member: $8 Register here.