Join park staff for a close up look at the amazing insects that have fascinated us for ages: fireflies or lightning bugs! Discover how and why these beetles light up the sky during a short discussion, and explore the fields of Cherry Springs in search of fireflies. This program is designed for all knowledge levels…
Learn about the different species of squirrels and how to deal with them. Mounts will highlight this presentation.
Wish you knew your way around the night sky? Experience the wonder of a starry night at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Learn how to find the Big Dipper and the North Star, and learn a few key summer constellations. Great for beginners! Listen as we recount the legends and…
When was the last time you looked up at the stars? Did you know, that when you’re looking up, you’re actually looking into the past? Come on out to the pet campground playground area & join park staff to learn a little bit about the night sky, what seasonal constellations appear, & some myths & legends associated…
Look through park telescopes at some key telescope-observable features of late spring and early summer. Take a closer look at a surprising star in the Big Dipper, peer into the heart of Scorpius the scorpion, and more. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky.…
How many owls do we have in PA? What do owls sound like? What do they eat? Are all owls nocturnal? Join the park educator in the amphitheater, as we learn about and draw this cool critter step by step.
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce a series of free watercolor classes for adults in the Studio at the Gmeiner. All classes will be led by Kathy Pilling-Whitney of Tioga, who has many years of teaching experience and is an accomplished watercolor painter. There will be two beginner sessions in June,…
The Mansfield History Center on Main Street and Museum of Us in partnership with First Citizens Community Bank, will host a special presentation on the history of the Mansfield Dairymen’s League plant in conjunction with June’s Dairy Month celebration. The presentation will take place on Sunday June 25, at the Museum of Us at 61…
Explore the history, management, and wildlife of our lake – all by canoe and a relaxed family setting. Boats, paddles, and PFD’s provided. PFD’s must be worn at all times. Registration Required: please call 570-724-4246 or visit the park office.
Learn about our largest wild feline's history, management, life cycle, distribution, and more. These topic will be covered through the use of mounts, slides, demos, and video clips.
The 30-hour Endless Mountains Adventure Race Lite is a one-day expedition-style event that will take racers on a journey through the Pennsylvania Wilds. Trek, bike, pack raft, and navigate along the state’s sweeping vistas, cascading waterways, rich history of our nation’s complex industrial past, and rugged (and often rocky) terrain. As an expedition-style event, Endless-Lite…
The Endless Mountains Adventure Race offers teams of 2-4 an opportunity to explore the PA Wilds by foot, mountain bike, and boat, all the while navigating the course using map and compass skills. This year we are offering two divisions: the premier five-day expedition race, which is part of the Adventure Race World Series, and…