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Added by Jopie, at 18 January 2019
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Hildacy Preserve is virtually all that remains of a 300-acre land grant from William Penn to a local tanner and his family. Once prized for its mature oak trees, the land was slowly cleared for timber and agriculture. By the late 1800s, only one small grove of trees remained.
In 1936, Hilda and Cyril Fox (hence the name “Hildacy”) bought the property. They lived here for nearly 40 years, and used the farm to raise race horses and German shepherds. As the surrounding area was developed, the Foxes were determined to keep their land open for wildlife. In 1981, Mrs. Fox donated Hildacy to Natural Lands, with instructions to continue the Foxes’ conservation work. Since that time, we have worked to restore the woodlands, meadows, and wetlands to a more natural state.
Hildacy Preserve is owned and managed by non-profit conservation organization Natural Lands. Learn more at www.natlands.org.
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16 Reviews
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20 May 2019
Photographer Jennifer Mathes captures the springtime splendor at Hildacy Preserve.
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11 May 2019
"Your lawn is already a wildflower meadow – every inch of soil is waiting for its moment to burst forth. Those weeds are some of the best insect food, growing despite the weather, endlessly repeat blooming, rich in nectar and pollen. A seed bank is already there – it might even contain orchids."
via The Guardian
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03 May 2019
Volunteers spruce up the gardens at Hildacy Preserve for springtime!
Photos: Ginia Apostolacus
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23 April 2019
These recent visitors to Hildacy Preserve are out scouting for a forever family.
Thanks for wearing a leash to visit the preserve!
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20 April 2019
Preserve Manager and expert birder Mike Coll guides spring bird walks every Thursday morning. Come out to the Summerhill Preserve on May 2 for the chance to experience a beautiful variety of birds.
All are welcome to join Mike to search for warblers, orioles, flycatchers, kingbirds, bluebirds, raptors, and more. These migratory and nesting birds are sustained by healthy ecosystems that provide ample food, water, and shelter to survive a challenging world.
Visit the link below for a list of locations for future outings!
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11 April 2019
Calling all volunteers for garden greening at Hildacy Preserve! On April 28th we’ll nuture, plant, and spruce up our garden for springtime!
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10 April 2019
Preserve Manager and expert birder Mike Coll guides spring bird walks every Thursday morning.
All are welcome to join Mike to search for warblers, orioles, flycatchers, kingbirds, bluebirds, raptors, and more. These migratory and nesting birds are sustained by healthy ecosystems that provide ample food, water, and shelter to survive a challenging world. Visit the link below for a list of locations for future outings!
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08 April 2019
Iridescent gossamer webs photographed by the amazing Jennifer Mathes.
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28 March 2019
Spotted this morning at Hildacy Preserve by the incredible Jennifer Mathes.
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25 March 2019
Are you up for the challenge? Come out on April 4 and explore all 20 of our featured preserves and write down all the “code words.” Submit your completed form to receive a Natural Lands “Find Yourself Outside” t-shirt! We’ll get you started with few guided hikes.
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20 March 2019
Want to come work at beautiful Hildacy Preserve? We're hiring!
Natural Lands is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to provide overall guidance, planning, budgeting, implementation, security, and support of all technology solutions in pursuit of our mission.
See our website for more details and how to apply.
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19 March 2019
Ticket sales are open for Friday Night Lights!
Join us at ChesLen Preserve on Friday, July 12 for our unforgettable summer concert of live music, stargazing, craft beer and local wines, food truck fare, and s'mores over a crackling fire.
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05 March 2019
A few of winter's treasures from Hildacy Preserve
Thanks to Holly Harper and Brittni Albright for arranging Hildacy's gems!
Photos: Mae Axelrod
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11 February 2019
Hildacy Preserve visitor Jennifer Mathes is back with more stunning photos of natural beauty!
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08 February 2019
Are you up for the challenge? Explore all 20 of our featured preserves to win a “Find Yourself Outside” t-shirt! You can get started right here at Hildacy Preserve!
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25 January 2019
Visitor Jennifer Mathes shared these truly stunning photos of winter at Hildacy Preserve.
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