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.

 

January 27, 2026
@ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
“The Mystique, The Mystery, and Alphabet Soup” Orchids of Our Region – Online Event
Online | ZOOM

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.

February 12, 2026
@ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Get Ready for The Great Backyard Bird Count! – Online Event
Online | ZOOM

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.

February 21, 2026
@ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Bare Tree ID Hike
Forest Echo Bird Sanctuary | 400 Block - West Center Hill Road, Dallas PA 18612

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.

February 26, 2026
@ 05:00 pm - 06:00 pm
“Tick Talk” Online Event
Online | ZOOM

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.

March 14, 2026
@ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
“Get Connected to Connect” Exploring Nature Apps
Osterhout Free Library | 71 S. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

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.

March 25, 2026
@ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
North Branch Land Trust Annual Dinner and Auction – 2026
The Westmoreland Club | 59. South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701


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.

$175 per person