North Branch Land Trust Events
Join us for hands-on events that connect people with the land, celebrate the outdoors, and directly support conservation across northeastern Pennsylvania. From volunteer days and guided hikes to family-friendly programs and seasonal celebrations, every event is a chance to engage with nature and our mission. Donations are welcome and help ensure these experiences remain possible for our entire community.
2026 NBLT Annual Dinner & Auction
March 25, 2026
The Annual Dinner & Auction is our largest fundraising event of the year. It is a celebration of conservation success and the generosity of those who make it possible. Proceeds directly support our ongoing efforts to conserve critical lands, expand environmental education programming to our community, and inspire environmental stewardship across Northeastern Pennsylvania. This year, we are honored to recognize The Mericle Family for their longstanding support of North Branch Land Trust and its mission. We invite you to join us for an evening of conservation, celebration and comradery.
Join us for an exclusive, free online event featuring guest speaker Bob Sprague, Native Orchid Expert.
- Discover the world’s largest plant family – Orquidacea
- Learn about what makes orchids so enigmatic
- Understand what makes an orchid an orchid
- Gain knowledge of NBLT’s role in orchid conservation
*YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE TO RECIEVE ZOOM LINK*
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
This online event is a great way to gain knowledge on “The Great Backyard Bird Count”, a global community science event focused on identifying and recording different bird species. Learn more about the Bird Count, how to use eBird, and other ways to prepare for this 4 day event!
*YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE TO RECIEVE ZOOM LINK*
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
No Leaves? No Problem!
Join North Branch Land Trust for a Winter Tree ID hike and discover different ways to identify trees of Northeastern PA, no matter what time of year. Afterwards, meet us at Jane’s Sugar Magnolia for warm beverages and continued conversations.
Please dress appropriately for the weather! Hiking boots, gloves and hats recommended.
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
Don’t let ticks catch you off guard!
Join North Branch Land Trust and the Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute for an online discussion on tick identification, safety and awareness.
This event is hosted online. Please register to receive ZOOM link.
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
Looking to learn more about how nature apps can help guide you outdoors?
This event will discuss and demonstrate popular smartphone apps utilized by environmental enthusiasts, for data collection, learning & discovering, and identification.
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
Join North Branch Land Trust for this kid’s event and enjoy a walk through Kirby Park!
Spend time exploring & enjoying art activities, scavenger hunts, and other engaging surprises!
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
Join North Branch Land Trust in celebration of the commitment to conserving Northeastern Pennsylvania’s precious lands and waters on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
For Dinner Tickets and Business Sponsorships – Click the Registration Link.
Join North Branch Land Trust for an evening of conversation on what vernal pools are, how they’re formed, and why they’re important.
Afterwards, take some time to search them and identify different amphibians that call them home!
* flashlight or headlamp recommended*
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.
Join north branch land trust for a children’s event, featuring a walk on the Asta Loop, and discover works of art within nature!
Nature is all around us, but how much of its colors, textures and patterns do we notice?
This event is free but donations are encouraged as they help support our mission and continue to provide events like this.