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Churchville Nature Center

Come Visit the Churchville Nature Center!
Trails Open Dawn to Dusk ----- Visitor Center: Tues - Sun, 10am - 5pm
Who We Are
We are an environmental education facility of the Bucks County Dept. of Parks & Recreation located on a 65 acre nature preserve adjacent to the Churchville Reservoir in Northampton Twp. Founded in 1964, we were the first nature center in Bucks County.
You can take a leisurely hike through our two miles of trails, visit our native wildlife gardens, journey through our exhibit filled visitor center, or participate in one of the various programs offered throughout the year including themed events, weekend programs & nature walks, our seasonal Native Butterfly House, campfire programs, summer camps, and even scheduled educational programs for schools, scouts, birthday parties, and private groups.
Join us in celebrating 60 years of environmental education, preservation, and stewardship in Bucks Co.
Click the picture above to see Our Anniversary Card! Our Friends in the community have been submitting their fondest CNC memories. Click to see how you can share too!
Upcoming Programs
Recurring Activities
  • Saturday Morning Bird Walks - Every Saturday morning at 8:00 am until April. Free guided walk. Approximately 2 hours on a mile long round trip.
WINNING RAFFLE TICKET NUMBER:
595344
If you attended our Open House Event for the grand opening of our Pleiades Observatory on Saturday, October 5th, and received a raffle ticket upon entry, check your ticket number! If you are the winner, contact Megan (v-mbkeller@buckscounty.org) with a picture of your ticket and receive your prize!
Found an Injured Wild Animal or Need to Rehome a Pet?
We are NOT a wildlife rehab and are NOT equipped to properly take care of injured or baby wildlife. We also do NOT have the resources to adopt pets.
Please click HERE to go to a page where we have compiled information on area wildlife rehabilitation centers and places that rehome pets.
Interested in supporting us or getting involved? Consider joining the Friends of Churchville Nature Center, the non-profit 501c3 that supports the facility in achieving its mission. Learn more about the FoCNC by clicking on the Bulletin link above. Already a "Friend" of CNC? Then find out more about the organization you belong to, including updates and future meetings.
Interested in joining the Friends of Churchville Nature Center Board? We are currently looking for new members to serve. Please see the letter below to learn more and check out the application to apply!
The Bucks County Department of Parks and Recreation's Comprehensive Recreation, Parks and Open Space project has begun! They are planning for the future of County parks, pools, tennis centers, open space, nature centers, playgrounds, historic sites , trails, parking lots in parks and even restrooms. You opinion matters! Please click HERE or on the image above to take the survey.
Join us for our Glow Hike & Campfire on Friday, October 18th where we will be seeing what glows under UV lights! Limited lights are available, so guests may bring their own. Admission is $3 for CNC members and $5 for non-members. Registration is required. Click on the image above to be sent to the registration page.
Attention grandparents! Sunday, October 27th, bring your grandchildren (ages 4-8) for songs indoors and sensory adventures outdoors. Admission is $6 per child. Registration is required! Click on the picture above to be sent to the registration page.
Join us for our Autumn Campfire on Friday, November 8th where we will learn all about what happens in the Autumn season! Admission is $3 for CNC members and $5 for non-members. Registration is required. Click the image above to be sent to the registration page.
Join us for our Owl Prowl Campfire on Friday, December 13th where we will listen closely and look for owls. Admission is $3 for CNC members and $5 for non-members. Registration is required. Click the image above to be sent to the registration page.
The Bucks County Department of Parks & Recreation and the Friends of Churchville Nature Center do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, age, gender, or sexual orientation in its programs, activities or facilities. We strive to provide a place for all visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of Bucks County in a safe and educational setting.
We look forward to your visit!
Executive Director: Kirsten Becker | Assistant Director: Peg Mongillo
FoCNC Board President: Jennifer Wallace
County Commissioners
Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia, LCSW, Chair | Robert J. Harvie Jr, Vice-Chair | Gene DiGirolamo, Commissioner