10/15/2026
We recently welcomed the Montgomery County cohort of Pennsylvania Master Naturalist trainees to the Pennypack Preserve for a field experience focused on ecological restoration and stewardship.
We started with an introduction to the Preserve's birds and habitats, including some time using binoculars, before heading out for a more in-depth tour of our restoration and management work.
Throughout the walk, we discussed invasive species management, active and passive restoration, riparian buffers, watershed health, and some of the challenges that come with planning, implementing, and maintaining restoration projects. We also talked about how these practices can be applied on a smaller scale and the important role volunteers play in our work at PERT.
Our partners at the Tookany/Tacony-Frankford (TTF) Watershed Partnership (TTF) also joined us to share their work in a more developed portion of the watershed, where urban runoff, combined sewer overflows, and limited green space present different challenges for restoration and water quality.
One highlight of the morning came as we were discussing the recovery of bald eagles and their success at the Preserve, when two bald eagles flew overhead!
It was a great opportunity to share our work with a group of people training to become knowledgeable, active volunteers in their own communities. Thank you to the Pennsylvania Master Naturalist program and TTF Watershed Partnership for being part of the experience!
**Interested in bringing a group to the Pennypack Preserve?** We offer guided educational tours and field experiences for clubs, organizations, schools, and other groups. Tours can be tailored to your interests, whether that's birding, habitat management, ecological restoration, or learning more about the work happening at PERT. Contact [email protected] to discuss arranging a visit!
