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Red Clay Valley Association
1760 Unionville-Wawaset Road
West Chester, PA 19382-6751

Telephone: 610-793-1090
Facsimile: 610-793-2813
E-Mail: water@bva-rcva.org
www.redclayvalley.org

The mission of the Red Clay Valley Association's education programs is to educate watershed residents in the Red Clay Valley through meaningful experiences, with an emphasis on hands-on field activities, that demonstrate the interconnectedness of living organisms and the watershed on which they rely.
Member/Adult Programs

Third Thursdays for Nature Enthusiasts
Get back to Nature with Family and Friends

Members and nonmembers are invited to an evening of fun and good company while learning something new about nature. Members can invite up to 2 guests at the member price!

The symbol indicates a Family Friendly Program!


Payment and registration are due by the Monday before your program.
Children 12 years old and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult.
BVA/RCVA Members: $5.00 for ages 13 to adult.
Nonmembers: $7.00 for ages 13 to adult.


Parking is on the office side of the property.
Meet at the Myrick Center Office.


Third Thursdays Programs

March 17th - A Journey Towards Sustainable Landscapes - 5:30-7:00 PM - Presentation
March 19th - 9:00 -12:00 PM - Workshop
Introducing the Sustainable Sites Initiative™ (SITES™) pilot project, the nation's first voluntary rating system for sustainable landscapes.  As participants in the pilot project, local Landscape Architect Margot Taylor and soil scientist Russ Lasco will talk about how they are converting a 1.5 acre Kennett Square property into a model for sustainability.  The program will be presented in two sessions. First will be a visual presentation that will provide an overview of the SITES program.  The leaders will examine how humans use and manage landscapes and explain how the program aims to create more sustainable land use practices that preserve and enhance ecosystem services.  The following workshop will provide a hands-on exploration of the design process and its integration with the SITES program.  Participants will learn how to assess a site, develop a conceptual plan, and draft a site management plan using the Taylor residence as a model.  Participants should dress comfortably and be prepared for indoor and outdoor activities.


April 28th - Orienteering for Families - 5:30-7:00 PM
Learn how to read a topographic map and try your hand at using a compass.  Use your new skills to run or walk an orienteering course while you find the designated stations to punch your card.  Punch your card in the correct order and as quickly as possible to complete the challenge!  All levels are welcome!  Please note:  This program will run on the 4th Thursday due to the holiday weekend.!


May 19th - Wildflower Walk - 5:30-7:00 PM
Join a local plant expert for a walk on a secluded Myrick Center trail which boasts some of the areas most spectacular wildflowers.  You will search for and identify these gems of spring.  Bring a camera to capture the beauty if you would like!

Payment and registration are due by the Monday before your program.
Children 12 years old and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult.
Members: $5.00 for ages 13 to adult.
Nonmembers: $7.00 for ages 13 to adult.

Parking is on the office side of the property.
Meet at the Myrick Center Office.

BVA/RCVA Members: $5.00 for ages 13 to adult. Kids are free.
Nonmembers: $7.00 for ages 13 to adult. Kids are free.