Tyler Arboretum
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About Us
Located in the heart of Delaware County, PA, Tyler Arboretum is a place of natural beauty and history dating back to the time of William Penn. Today, Tyler serves the Greater Philadelphia region through horticulture, education, and the preservation of natural lands. For more about the Arboretum, go to: http://www.tylerarboretum.org/
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Contact Information
515 Painter Road
Media, PA 19063
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Wednesday May 7 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Weekday Bird Walk
FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Im......More
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Thursday May 8 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Nature Connection Hike: Move, Breathe, Discover
FOR ADULTS ONLY Renew, recharge, and reconnect with nature on this contemplative morning hike guided by Tyler Docent and PA Master Naturalist Barbara Frank. Wander through our scenic trails, pausing to reflect on the discoveries and natural beauty surrounding you. Along......More
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Friday May 9 8:00am - 9:15am EDT
Weekend Warm-up Hike
The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2......More
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Saturday May 10 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Weekend Bird Walk with the Birding Club of Delaware County
FOR ADULTS & TEENS AGES 13-17 Did you know Tyler Arboretum is designated as an Important Bird Area by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society? Join experienced leaders from the Birding Club of Delaware County on a morning bird walk through Tyler’s forest and meadow habitats. D......More
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Saturday May 10 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Gentle Flow Yoga
Join instructor Christina Teofilak and experience a slower flow class incorporating simple sequences suitable for beginners and intermediate levels. Poses will be guided with modifications focused on alignment and gentle movements, along with breath. Please bring a yoga......More
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Saturday May 10 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Family Explorers: What Lives in the Pond?
FOR ALL AGES Life at the pond is always changing! As the seasons shift, so do the creatures that call this watery world home. From the deck of Tyler’s pond, you might spot frogs, turtles, or even tadpoles drifting among tiny floating duckweed. Water striders glide acros......More
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Saturday May 10 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Observation in Action: Create, Explore, & Learn
FOR ALL AGES Kick off the adventure by creating your own Field Scout Tin—a pocket-sized kit for collecting outdoor artifacts! Decorate the lidded tin with your artwork, then add compartments for found objects. Inside the lid, you’ll find a mini journal for quick notes a......More
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Saturday May 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Saturday Wildflower Walk: Spring Edition
Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17 Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might s......More
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Sunday May 11 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Join instructor Lisa Fell to energize your body and mind. Dynamic creative sequences are based on traditional postures, encouraging a strong, efficient body and mind. Emphasis is on strength, stretching, mobility, and breathing. All levels are welcome. Pose options are ......More
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Sunday May 11 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Bluebird Nesting Box Tour
FOR ALL AGES Discover the secret world of Tyler’s bluebird families! Join us for a walk through Tyler’s succession field as we uncover the fascinating lives of Eastern Bluebirds. For more than 50 years, our dedicated volunteers have cared for these iconic birds by moni......More
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Sunday May 11 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
A Walk Through Tyler North
FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 12-17 Discover the beauty of Tyler’s northern collections on this guided walk. Stroll through magnolia, lilac, and crabapple plantings before heading into the Native Woodland Walk to discuss the effects of climate change on local ecology. Visit......More
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Monday May 12 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
Full Moon Hike
SUITABLE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Experience the magic of Tyler at night! Join us for a hike under the light of the full moon. Hiking at night is a unique sensory experience. We will use our senses of hearing, smell and touch to navigate the forest. Our experienc......More
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Wednesday May 14 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Weekday Bird Walk
FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Im......More
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Thursday May 15 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Richard's Rambles: Woodland Splendor
FOR ADULTS (18+) AND TEENS AGES 15-17 The stunning backbone of the Native Woodland Walk and North Woods was established over 75 years ago when Dr. Wister planted rhododendrons among the deciduous trees—many of which still thrive today. Later additions include flowering ......More
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Friday May 16 8:00am - 9:15am EDT
Weekend Warm-up Hike
The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2......More