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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

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
March 18th - Family Stargazing - 7:30-9:00 PM
Do you know how to find the big dipper in the sky? How about Polaris, our north star? Join us for an evening of stargazing and some Greek and Roman mythology about the constellations. Bring a blanket and a flashlight. Hot cocoa will be provided!


April 15th - Green Roofs - 5:30-7:00 PM
Join us for an informational community meeting about green roof technology and the environmental benefits of green roofs. What are the factors involved in designing and installation? This is a presentation of Weston Solutions, Inc. Bring your questions!

Friday, May 21st - Myrick Center Camp Out- 6:30 PM to 8:30 AM, Saturday
This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the night sounds of the Myrick Center. Learn how to build a safe campfire, take a night hike, make s'mores, listen for owls and camp under the stars. This is a great way to introduce the family to camping in a safe environment with experienced staff. A camping list will be provided at registration. Space is limited.

June 17th - Lyme Disease Q & A - 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Chester County has one of the highest rates of Lyme disease in the world. Learn how to protect yourself from the ticks that spread the disease, and what to do if you are bitten. Presentation by the Pennsylvania Lyme Disease Awareness Committee, a collaboration of the Chester/Delaware County Farm Bureau, the Lyme Disease Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc., and the Chester County Health Department.

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.