Woodlands Conservancy is excited to host a falconry presentation led by Sally Farrell, of Wind in My Feathers, starting at 10:30 a.m on Nov. 3rd! “Sally Farrell received her training at the Wildbird Rehabilitation Center of the New Orleans Audubon Zoo. She is a raptor rehabilitator and educator with state and federal permits for New […]
Join Julia Russ for a 3 mile guided hike to the WWII Ammunition Magazines! Help us honor our troops by learning about the cultural and military history of the property now known as Woodlands Trail. This will include the early history of the area followed by the plantation era. Julia will also be sharing unique […]
New to hiking? Come join us for a FREE outing led by Naomi Yoder. You will be introduced to gear and clothing that can make your hikes more comfortable and enjoyable. We’ll practice some techniques to help you hike more efficiently, and cover skills such as route finding and emergency preparedness. With her wealth of […]
Bird Banding at Woodlands Trail has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 28. If you are planning on volunteering, make sure you bring enough liquids to keep hydrated! Hopefully, October will bring some cooler weather. Please wear boots if you plan to come to Delacroix Preserve. Please let Jed know if you plan to attend […]
The Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival celebrates 30 years on the banks of the beautiful Tchefuncte River on October 12-13, 2019. Presented by the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, this premier family event attracts over one hundred classic boats, hundreds of spectator boats, and wooden boat and music enthusiasts for this two-day celebration. With a dual […]
Join us for an Owl Prowl suited for adults at Woodlands Trail! We’ll start the evening with a quick educational chat about our native owls while enjoying beverages provided by a local brewery, and then head out on an evening guided hike along the trails in search of our resident species. Please wear closed toed […]
Volunteers/Citizen Scientists will meet at the entrance pavilion at the head of Woodlands Trail at 6:45 a.m. Please be aware of the potential for heat-stress related injuries with the continuing heat and humidity. Bring water to stay hydrated. Please RSVP! Email feralbiologist@gmail.com to let Jed Pitre know that you will be attending.
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.