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Woodlands Conservancy (office) 1500 Woodland Highway, Suite A Belle Chasse, LA 70037 info@woodlandsconservancy.org

We have various events throughout the year and would love for you to join us in the woods!

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Family Owl Prowl

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

We all give a hoot about owls! Join us for our family friendly Owl Prowl! We'll start the evening with a quick educational chat about our native owls while enjoying hot cocoa and cookies, and then head out on an evening guided hike along the trails in search of our resident owls. Please wear closed […]

$15

Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival – Seed Planting

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 […]

Owl Prowl

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

$15

Bird Banding – October 19 – WLTR

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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.

Bird Banding at Delacroix Preserve – 10/20

Delacroix Preserve 700 Delacroix Road, New Orleans, LA

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 […]

Owl Prowl

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

$15

Discover Your Forest

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Tree Planting Party

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 […]

$15

Animal Habitats Badge Workshop

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Animal Habitats Badge Workshop

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 New Year Hike

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Network Volunteer Tree Planting

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

Tree Planting w/ Network Volunteers

Ursuline Service Day

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

Tree planting at Woodlands Trail!

Mardi Paw Dog Hike & Costume Contest

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Cook-Off for the Coast

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

Thirsty Thursday Hike with Gina

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.

Opening of Restroom Facilities at Woodlands Trail

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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.

Free

Migration Birding Hike

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Free

Bat Watching Hike

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]

Wintering Birding Hike

Woodlands Trail 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

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 […]