We have various events throughout the year and would love for you to join us in the woods!
If you’re interested in hosting an event at Woodlands Preserve please email info@woodlandsconservancy.org.
Want to Volunteer with us? Find out more here.
Volunteers/Citizen Scientists please meet at 6:45 a.m. at the end of Delacroix Road Please be aware of the potential for heat-stress related injuries with the continuing heat and humidity. Bring water to stay hydrated! It is highly recommended to wear boots at Delacroix Preserve as it is very wet. Please RSVP! Email feralbiologist@gmail.com to let […]
Experience the forest after dark on a hike guided by a Woodlands Conservancy Naturalist. Join them to learn about the owls that live and visit Woodlands Trail. We’ll start the evening with a quick educational chat about our native owls and then head out on an evening guided hike along the trails in search of […]
Join us for a nature hike Saturday November 2nd at 9am at Woodlands Trail! This hike will be lead by our environmentalist and wildlife lover, Gina Checchio. During the hike she will show off the most fascinating plants, and beautiful native flowers blooming in your local greenscape, as well as any fun critters we come […]
Come help us save the planet with a shovel, a cold adult beverage at Woodlands Trail. Together we can restore our forested wetlands, Save Our Sponge and meet some friends along the way! We will by planting the trees that were sponsored by all of you at the Sip to Save the Wetlands Party which […]
Earn your Animal Habitats Badge while exploring the Woodlands Trail forest! Join naturalists on a hike to observe local Louisiana animals and learn how they are adapted to their forested wetland habitat. As we hike, help clean up habitat for the critters by picking up litter along the trail. Find out about the endangered wildlife […]
Earn your Animal Habitats Badge while exploring the Woodlands Trail forest! Join naturalists on a hike to observe local Louisiana animals and learn how they are adapted to their forested wetland habitat. As we hike, help clean up habitat for the critters by picking up litter along the trail. Find out about the endangered wildlife […]
Happy 2020! With a new year comes new resolutions, often for personal wellness and fitness. Let us help! We are hosting a group hike back to ten WWII Ammunition Magazines located at Woodlands Trail. The hike is about 6 miles round trip and is roughly an hour walk each way. Join us to learn a […]
Tree Planting w/ Network Volunteers
Tree planting at Woodlands Trail!
Do you love hiking with your dog at Woodlands Trail? Do you love Carnival season? Do you find yourself wondering ‘how can I share the love for my pet with fellow animal lovers?’ Well, we have the opportunity for you! Join us at Woodlands Trail on February 1st at 10 am to celebrate our beloved […]
We will be tabling at Cook-Off for the Coast to teach people about the importance of forested wetlands and the ways in which they function as a sponge during storm events. Docville Farm 5124 E St Bernard Hwy Violet, LA 70092
Grab a beverage of your choice for Thirsty Thursday and join Gina Checchio on Facebook Live for a virtual exploration of the WWII Ammunition Magazines at Woodlands Trail.
The day is finally here! Join us on Friday, June 19 at 11 a.m. for the Grand Opening of the Restroom facilities at Woodlands Trail. The building was made possible by a generous grant from Phillips 66 and contributions from friends and long-time supporters of Woodlands Conservancy.
Learn more about bird migration and what birds you can expect to see at Woodlands Trail during a 2 hour presentation and birding hike with Dr. Peter Yaukey, Professor of Biology at Holy Cross University. Meet at the Woodlands Trailhead at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 17 . Attendees are required to bring a mask […]
Join Dr. Craig Hood, Professor of Biology and Environment Program, Loyola University on Thursday, October 29, 6 – 8:30 p.m. at Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd. in Belle Chasse to learn about and explore the bats living in and flying about Woodlands Conservancy. Attendees are required to bring a mask and practice social […]
Learn more about the wintering birds of Woodlands Trail during a 2 hour presentation and birding hike with Dr. Peter Yaukey, Professor of Biology at Holy Cross University. Meet at the Woodlands Trailhead at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 14. The birding hike is sponsored by the Speaking of Science program under the Louisiana Board […]
TO PARTICIPATE: 1. Download the iNaturalist App to your Smartphone or Android 2. Open the Woodlands Conservancy BioBlitz project page: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/woodlands-conservancy-bioblitz 3. Click on the JOIN Button in the upper right of the project page so you can easily navigate back to the project from your iNaturalist home page. 4. Visit Woodlands Trail as often […]
Please bring your own water bottle and snack. We will be working along the bird banding section of the Upland Trail. If you can, let us know if you plan to come to help us plan for tools and equipment.
You will receive all the supplies you need to create and take home your own Kokedama ball. You will end up with a Kokedama ball complete with seasonal decorations. Additional supplies will be available for purchase so that you can make additional Kokedama balls at home. These artful creations make the perfect holiday gift for […]
You will receive all the supplies you need to create and take home your own Kokedama ball. You will end up with a Kokedama ball complete with seasonal decorations. Additional supplies will be available for purchase so that you can make additional Kokedama balls at home. These artful creations make the perfect holiday gift for […]
