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Family Edition – Pints on the Preserve

July 12 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

3:00 – 5:00 pm: Natural Lands’ Next Gen Council invites families to meet up for a few hours of fun and exploration. All activities are free, but registration is requested.

Activities at the pavilion

  • Make crafts to take home.
  • Enjoy lounging, lawn games, and outdoor fun.
  • Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase.
  • Pints for the grown-ups (cash or credit card).

Activities in Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround

  • Search for clues for the Ollie Owl Scavenger Hunt.
  • Climb logs, build stick teepees, hunt for bugs, explore small streams, and get a little dirty, tired, and inspired.
  • Free play is encouraged and is a great way for kids to gain an appreciation for nature.
  • Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround is designed for children ages 4 to 12 years old, but older kids and adults have fun, too. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Kiddos are encouraged to explore at their own pace, so stay and play as little or long as you like in this drop-in event.
This event is made possible with generous support from
The Kulicke Fund.

When

Date:
July 12
Time:
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Where

ChesLen Preserve
1199 Cannery Road
Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
Directions
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About the property

ChesLen Preserve is the largest privately owned nature preserve open to the public in Chester County. Miles of marked hiking trails lead visitors through shady woodlands, flower-filled meadows, farm fields, and stream valleys.

Visitors can also explore Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround, where young explorers can climb logs, build stick tee-pees, hunt for bugs, explore small streams, and get a little dirty, tired, and inspired. Free play is encouraged and is a great way for kids to gain an appreciation for nature.

parking

ChesLen Preserve has five parking lots. The event organization will let you know where to park for your specific event.

The main parking lot is located at 1199 Cannery Road next to the Lenfest Center. It is reached via a long driveway and is paved with 30 spaces. Four additional gravel parking lots are located nearby: two more lots along Cannery Road, one on Route 162, and one at the Newlin Township building further north on Route 162.

visitor hours

Friday – Wednesday, dawn to dusk. Closed Thursdays.

more preserve information

Before you go

  • Seating options may be limited so be sure to bring a chair or blanket. 
  • Light snacks will be available. For more substantial food options, consider bringing something with you. 
  • No outside alcohol permitted. 
  • Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. 

Registration is required to reserve your spot. Your online registration signifies acceptance of our terms and conditions (read in full below). Questions? Please contact us.

  • $0 – event registration
  • $25 – event registration and a year-long membership to Natural Lands
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