Discovering Stream Bugs in Winter

It looks like everything goes dormant in winter, but just beneath the icy surface of our stream, a whole community is hard at work. Come to Climbers Run to explore the amazing aquatic insect life of our wintertime streams. No worries on getting wet though! We will go to the stream and look at the habitats there from the bank. Conservancy staff will collect samples we will take back into the warmth of the barn to identify and marvel at all the life we find!

Your Presenter

Keith Williams, Naturalist and Community Engagement Coordinator, Lancaster Conservancy

Keith is an environmental educator, naturalist, writer and photographer. He has a BS in Environmental Biology from Kutztown University and MS in Ecological Teaching and Learning from the Lesley University Audubon Expedition Institute. Keith was the founding Director of Education and is the past Executive Director of the NorthBay Education Foundation, one of the largest outdoor education programs in the US. He has served on the National Social Emotional Learning in Environmental Education Working Group, was appointed to the Maryland Governors Environmental Literacy Committee, and served on the Board of the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education for 12 years.

Where to Meet

The barn at Climbers Run Nature Center

What to Expect

This event is designed for participants of all ages and will include a short hike to the stream from the barn. Restrooms are available onsite. This event will run rain or shine, with cancellations for severe inclement weather being made 24 hours in advance.

What to Bring

Dress for the weather (we will spend approximately one hour outside) a