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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.
Looking to schedule your school, group, or scout troop for a visit? Want to have your child's birthday party here? Click the links below to learn more!
K-12 Environmental Education

Lenape Village

Scout Badges

Birthday Parties
Join us in celebrating 60 years of environmental education, preservation, and stewardship!
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.
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!
SEASON’S GREETINGS! The Friends of Churchville Nature Center is pleased to announce that #GivingTuesday 2024 was a success.
Special thanks to all our generous donors! The funds raised are earmarked for maintaining our 2 miles of trails. We invite you to explore our property this holiday season. Remember, physical activity outdoors can improve health, reduce anxiety, promote relaxation and improve your mood!
Keeping our trails in good health is good for your health too.
Register your child(ren) for the day(s) that work for your family! Winter Break Camp Days run similarly to our summer camp, so children should bring a lunch/snack. Space is limited, so please register before the deadline, December 22nd, 2024.

For Thursday (12/26): Register Here

** FRIDAY (12/27) REGISTRATION IS FULL **
Mark your calendars for our annual World of Weather Weekend event! Saturday and Sunday, January 18 and 19, from 10 AM - 4 PM, the nature center will transform into three different biomes, offering interactive displays, live animals, weather themed crafts, a weather forecasting station, and more! Admission is $6 at the door.
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