Cross Currents
October 2018
A Message from the Director
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It certainly has been a wet fall so far! Here at the Conservancy we're batting 1 for 4 with our events over the past two weeks... here's to hoping the weather cooperates for the next few months as we certainly have an action-packed agenda!

Top on the list is the Perkiomen Plant-A-Thon. This is one of the most important events that we run at the Conservancy. We all know that storm water run-off can play havoc with our creeks, streams and properties, and the Plant-A-Thon provides a solution by increasing the health and effectiveness of our riparian forest buffers. So grab your kids, your friends, and your neighbors and join us for one of these fun-filled planting events!

Next is the Conservancy's annual benefit dinner, "A Night for Conservation: To Benefit the Perkiomen Watershed". While the Plant-A-Thon serves to maintain the health of our creeks and streams, the Benefit serves to maintain the health of our organization. Please join us for this exciting evening where we honor our local environmental stewards, raise a few funds for the Conservancy, and have a great time while doing both. The clock is ticking... there's only one week left to get your tickets and we definitely need your support at this event!

Well... the weather looks alright for the next few days... so get out and enjoy it while you can... and make sure you get your tickets for our
annual Benefit Dinner!

See you soon!
Ryan Beltz

RiverCrest Golf Club and Preserve
October 18 | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
The Conservancy’s annual A Night for Conservation Benefit is just a few weeks away! The Benefit includes a locally supported Silent Auction, a lively Wine Ring Toss, a cocktail reception, raffles, and a delicious buffet dinner .
The Silent Auction held during the Benefit is one of the Conservancy’s largest fundraising efforts. Proceeds from the auction directly support our award winning environmental education opportunities and our hands-on conservation projects. The Conservancy receives tremendous support from local community members, organizations, and businesses, which makes for a robust Silent Auction featuring unique items and fun experiences! This year, Benefit attendees will have the chance to bid on great Silent Auction items, such as “A Year in Chocolate” gift certificate from Sweet Ashley’s Chocolate, tickets to Longwood Gardens, a guided paddle of the Perkiomen Creek, and a beautiful, framed orchid painting by botanical artist Carol Woodin.
With such an excellent Silent Auction...
you won’t want to miss the Benefit this year!

Visit our website to purchase your Benefit tickets today! 

Have a great product or a piece of art you'd like to share? Consider showcasing it in our silent auction. You get some great PR and we get a great donation... it's a Win-Win!

Watershed-wide
Now through November
Volunteer spots are still available for the Perkiomen Plant-A-Thon! Join us as we work to plant over 10,000 native trees, shrubs and perennials within the Perkiomen Watershed. Planting sites are located throughout the watershed so it’s easy to find a location that's convenient for you. Below are the upcoming projects that still need volunteers:
  • October 13th- Pleasant Spring Creek Tree Planting- Perkasie
  • October 26th- Rain Garden Planting- Telford
  • October 27th- Rain Garden Planting- Telford
  • October 31st- Haunted Paw paw Tree Planting- Schwenksville
  • November 3rd- Kriebel Rd. Tree Planting- Lansdale
Visit our website to learn more and sign-up! 
At the Conservancy
October 25 | 1:00 pm
Don’t miss our next preschool adventure. Just in time for Halloween, the topic is Bats! Pennsylvania is home to nine species of bats... the only flying mammal on earth! They have fascinating adaptations that help them fly and catch prey in total darkness. Learn more about these often feared and misunderstood creatures that are so important to our ecosystem.
Upcoming Events...
Voluntee rs Needed!
Saturday, October 6 | 5 pm
Volunteers are needed for a Haunted Hay Ride at Green Lane Park. You can be a part of the spooky fun at this free family event organized by Montgomery County Parks, Trails & Historic Sites. For more information, email Joseph Seltzer (jseltzer@montcopa.org).

Eva Meng Preserve
Saturday, October 20|9:30 am
Join us for one of our monthly walks led by wildflower enthusiast, Link Davis. This event is free. No advanced registration required.

Fall Birding at Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
November 17th | 9:00 am
The Conservancy is teaming up with Wyncote Audubon to bring you a fantastic fall adventure to one of our area's birding hotspots. You don't want to miss this one!
Registration Coming Soon!
March Meltdown
The Freeze-Up 5k
@ Free Will Brewing
December 2nd | 11:00 am
The Conservancy is once again teaming up with Free Will Brewing...
this time to bring you the The Freeze-Up 5k! You loved the March Meltdown now try The Freeze-Up!
R egistration Coming Soon!
tree hugger coffee
It's all in the Roast...
Visit Speakeasy Coffee Company to purchase your bag of Tree Hugger Coffee! Proceeds from Tree Hugger directly supports the mission of the Conservancy! Have a cup for conservation!
Thank you to our
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As a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
is dependent in part on donations, grants, memberships and sponsorships.
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