Trails & Tales: The Conservation Story of Starr Farm Park
Schedule
Wed May 13 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Starr Farm Park | Downingtown, PA
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Hear the tales behind the trails! Join East Bradford Township and the Brandywine Conservancy for an interactive guided hike through Starr Farm Park, exploring the decades-long conservation journey that transformed this historic Quaker farmstead into a protected public landscape. Along the way, we’ll uncover how thoughtful stewardship, conservation easements, and community vision have preserved the farm’s agricultural heritage and open space for generations to come.This event is part of a seasonal series of gentle walks led by Brandywine Conservancy staff alongside municipal and community partners to learn the behind-the-scenes actions involved in creating public outdoor community spaces. These leisurely walks held at sites throughout Chester County will highlight projects made possible through collaborative efforts and public support.
REGISTRATION:
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Please note: This event takes place at Starr Farm Park, 1079 Skelp Level Road, West Chester, PA 19380
Facilitators:
Rich Phifer, Director of Property and Recreation
Susan Charkes, Former Lead Planner, Land Conservation Program
Participants should be able to walk up to 1.5 miles on unpaved surfaces with some steeper grades at a leisurely pace. There are no restrooms at the site.
Contact [email protected] if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration or with any questions
Proceeds from the program benefit the Conservancy’s land and water conservation work.
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Where is it happening?
Starr Farm Park, 1079 Skelp Level Road,Downingtown, Pennsylvania, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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