Join Pennsylvania DCNR Bureau of Forestry educators and foresters on the first day of the New Year for an educational hike. This easy 3.0-mile round trip hike on fairly level trails will take place on our interpretive Commissioner Run Trail in the Susquehannock State Forest. Learn the importance of forest health and management and how…
Get out on the first day of the year! Join our knowledgeable long-time park volunteers and explore the Spurline and Rock Run Trails. It's great opportunity to get outside in the colder months to see the winter beauty of Lyman Run. Note that the Rock Run trail can be steep in places, and has basketball…
Start out on the right foot in 2024 with a short hike, exploring nature in winter at Hills Creek. This slow-paced, family-oriented hike will be less than 1.5 miles in length. If conditions warrant, limited snowshoes will be available or you are encouraged to bring your own. Also, back this year, is the 5K Fun…
Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa, INDOORS, as we participate in a Project Feeder Watch bird count and learn to identify the birds visiting the feeders just outside the classroom window. Stop by anytime. Repeat visitors are welcome. No pre-registration needed. Meet in the Wildlife Center Classroom.
Free registration required. Learn how animals stay warm on chilly winter days, then see who can build the warmest a habitat for an overwintering animal. Program is all outside, please wear warm winter boots, gloves or mittens, and your winter coats. Pre-registration is required by Thursday 1/4 at 10 PM to relay info about the…
Is your New Year's resolution to eat healthier? Well, let us help you. From your apron to your pots and pans, all ingredients, and even take-out containers, we provide everything for you. This is where cooking is FUN! This class is part of a four-part series. Dates for each class are 1/8, 1/15, 1/22 and…
Learn what you need to know before you visit Cherry Springs State Park in Winter! This program will cover how to plan an evening stargazing, what parts of the park to visit, places to stay, and what to expect when you get here. This program is designed for first-time or novice stargazers, looking to visit…
Learn what you need to know before you visit Cherry Springs State Park in Winter! This program will cover how to plan an evening stargazing, what parts of the park to visit, places to stay, and what to expect when you get here. This program is designed for first-time or novice stargazers, looking to visit…
Join Hamilton-Gibson Productions for a fun-filled night of wizarding magic, in which you can make your very own wand! Cost for the event is $5.00 per person and this includes all crafts needed to make your wand. Come prepared to experience the magic with your favorite wizarding movie playing in the background. Butterbeer (non-alcoholic) will…
CANCELLED DUE TO LIMITED SNOW COVER Join a park educator, for a fun lesson on the popular sport of cross-country skiing. All equipment, including skis, poles, and boots (adult sizes) will be provided. (Limited number. Please state boot size when registering.) Program will begin indoors with an introduction to cross country skiing equipment and…
(TENTATIVE BASED ON CONDITIONS) Beat the winter blahs by getting outside! Marvel at the wonder of snow-blanketed landscapes, search for fresh animal tracks, and more. FREE program for kids and adults alike. Just wear sturdy winter boots and warm clothes. Adult and youth sized snowshoes available to borrow for on-site use during the program. Participants are…
Snow Days! Where: Penn-York Camp When: January 15 and February 19 Time: 1-4 p.m. Free Hot Dogs and Hot Cocoa will be available in our Fellowship Hall. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Come on out for an afternoon of fun in the snow. Our twin tubing hills will be open with a…