Welcome to Dove Tales, a monthly e-blast to our most ardent PVNC supporters.  Here you’ll find links to upcoming programs, volunteer and membership news, and updates on projects. We hope this provides the resources you need to stay informed and engaged!

Director's Note

Dear Friends of Peace Valley Nature Center,

     As summer draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past few months and share some exciting updates with you. Despite the challenges we faced, including our building closure, high temperatures, and a few intense storms, we successfully hosted another fantastic summer camp. Your support, dedicated volunteers and staff, and the resilience of our community made this possible.

     I'm pleased to report that work on the visitor center has resumed. We've made significant progress to date, and this new phase includes drywall installation and HVAC work. We anticipate all construction will be completed by the end of September. Plans are underway to kickoff work on our arterial trail network in November. Additionally, we've drafted a stormwater management plan to enhance drainage near the visitor center. Phase 1 of this project includes the creation of a new rain garden and other features between the building and the bird blind, with construction tentatively set to begin this fall.

     The County continues its efforts on the wayfinding/signage project and comprehensive planning for parks and recreation. If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete the CRPOS survey linked below—your input is invaluable.

     As we transition into the fall season, I encourage you to explore our upcoming programs, learn more about volunteer opportunities, or consider donating to our Garden and Trail Revitalization program. Your involvement is what helps us thrive.

Thank you for being a valued supporter of Peace Valley Nature Center. We look forward to seeing you this fall and continuing our shared mission of preserving and celebrating nature.

See you on the trails,

Kelly Joslin

Director - Naturalist

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th, 2024

7:00 - 10:00 pm

Hosted by the Friends of Peace Valley Nature Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, with support from the Bucks County Department of Parks and Recreation,  this is our largest fundraiser of the year. Featuring live music, a silent auction, and raffles, guests will also enjoy an incredible lineup of craft beer and seasonal foods courtesy of B&B Beverages and Penn Taproom.

Proceeds from this year’s event will fund our on-going Trail and Garden Revitalization Project. This project will install rain and native plant gardens near the Visitor Center and help implement recommendations from the PVNC Master Trail Plan created by Penn Trails, LLC in April 2024. This includes trail repair, new signage, and designated universal access trails to enhance the hiking experience. 

Show your support by purchasing tickets, donating a raffle prize, or becoming an event sponsor.  More info on the links below. We hope to see you there!

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Fall is just around the corner and we invite you to join us for a dose of nature!  Drop-in programs like our popular Wednesday Walkabouts begin on September 4th, and Saturday Morning Bird Walks return at 8:00am on September 7th. 

Be sure to visit our calendar of events to discover more! Most events require advance registration.

VOLUNTEER NOTES

     This month our volunteers planted Tussock Sedge (Carex stricta) in some of our wetlands in an effort to provide habitat for Bog Turtles. According to US Fish and Wildlife Services, "Bog turtles (Glyptemys muhlenbergii) are one of the smallest turtle species in the world, and the smallest in North America. Adults are no more than 4.5 inch long. They are also known for having remarkably long lifespans: researchers have found that some bog turtles live longer than 60 years in the wild. The bog turtle was listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1997 due to a variety of factors. Land-use changes, like residential and commercial development, have caused degradation and fragmentation of their wetland habitat." We will monitor these habitat restoration areas and keep you posted on the presence of Bog Turtles!

Interested in volunteering?

Click the link to learn more.

GET INVOLVED!

     We need your help deciding the future of our parks. Bucks County Parks and Recreation is looking for input from people who live in Bucks County and visitors of the parks system to understand how people use the park system, what works well, and what could be improved.

     You can get involved by using your phone, tablet, or computer to visit https://metroquestsurvey.com/5fa1 or by scanning the QR code below with your device BEFORE SEPT. 30th:

     The CRPOS will help make the County's parks and open spaces better and make it easier for people to access the parks, recreational facilities, historic sites, and nature centers that make up the 9,000+ acre county park system.

     For more information, please visit www.buckcounty.gov/ParkPlan

Welcome New & Returning Members!

Memberships and donations for the Friends of PVNC provide funds for our environmental education program mission. We are fortunate to have a community that provides financial and volunteer support and look forward to your continued participation.

PEACE VALLEY NATURE CENTER

(215) 348-6270

170 N. Chapman Rd.

Doylestown, PA  18901

40.3400° N, 75.1717° W

Trails open daily, dawn to dusk 

VISITOR CENTER CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS