Name: Ferns & Falls
Start: 2025-09-21T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-21T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve

Ferns & Falls

Lancaster Conservancy

Come explore the beautiful waterfalls and ferns at Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve!

Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve

Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve is home to unique microclimates that support ecosystems different from the surrounding area. This hike will explore the magical area along Mill Creek that includes multiple short waterfalls as well as ferns and rhododendrons that take advantage of the cool, damp microclimate along the stream. Learn about the various fern species who are right at home in the Mill Creek Falls Nature Preserve.This event is part of Horn Farm Center’s <a href="https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpawfest/" title="https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpawfest/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wild &amp; Uncommon Weekend</a> (formally the York County Pawpaw Festival), a weekend of family-friendly events and experiences that celebrate the unique food, art, and natural landscape of York County, Pennsylvania! Lancaster Conservancy is excited to participate in this weekend of fun activities around the Susquehanna Riverlands.What to Expect: This will be a moderate 2-mile hike on rocky trails with elevation gain and some travel on the universally accessible trail. There is a port-a-john available on site. This event is open to ages 10 and up (participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).What to Bring: Bring water, a snack, and any personal items including pertinent first aid. Dress appropriately for the outdoor weather. Optional: note pad and pencil, camera, hiking polesHike Leader: Mary Patterson is an Interpretive Ranger with the Lancaster Conservancy. She is passionate about wildflowers, butterflies, and all the wonderful things that can be discovered outside. Keenly in tune to the herbaceous plants that keep meadows and forest floors interesting, Mary also leads the local Susquehanna Nature Journal Club and is an active PA Master Naturalist.Refund Policy: If you are unable to attend this event after purchasing a ticket, refund requests must be made at least 48 hours before the event.Animal Policy: Service animals active or in training are welcome. Please leave all pets at home.Cancellation Policy: This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation for severe weather made at the time of the event. If the Conservancy reschedules the event, attendees will be emailed and tickets will be automatically moved to the new date. If the Conservancy cancels the event, attendees will be notified via email when possible and refunded.Photo: Avery Van Etten

<h3>Thank you to our generous annual sponsors for making this event possible!</h3>

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