Visit Potter-Tioga Pennsylvania

Kayaking 101
2023-07-03 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Kayaking seems so easy. Well – it is, but there’s more to it. This hands-on skills-based class will review basic to in-depth information you should know to get the most out of kayaking and do so safely and efficiently.
After an introductory on-land session, take to the water and hone your ability to maneuver your kayak and paddle with confidence. Learn the basics, or take your skills to the next level.
After lunch, a challenge by choice option will be available for those interested in practicing self-rescue on the water. (or assisted rescue)
Register by July 2 by calling 570-724-4246. Spaces are very limited so that those attending can get the most out of the experience. This course is designed for adults, but open to ages 12 and up. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (on site if not on the water)
You are welcome to bring your own kayak, but limited kayaks are available for this program at no cost. Ask when registering. PFDs are available as well (and required at all times on the water).
Bring a lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, clothing that can get wet, hat, sunglasses, glasses straps, and your enthusiasm to learn more about kayaking.
If you are unable to attend this program but have interest in a future class, let us know!

The 13th Annual Memorial Fireworks Show
2023-07-03 | Lee Farm, 6551 Route 49, Knoxville, PA, 16928
The 13th Annual Memorial Fireworks Show is an event for the whole family!! Food and soft beverages will be provided. All we ask is that you donate what you are able to. All donations go directly to the Matt Wood Memorial Foundation!!
As always there will be games, a cornhole tournament, a bonfire, live music featuring The No Limits Band, and of course the Greatest Fireworks Show in the Cowanesque Valley!!!!
We will also be having 50/50’s and a silent auction with many terrific items. Remember, 100% of the donations from the raffle, silent auction, and 50/50’s go directly to the Matt Wood Memorial Foundation!!
The No Limits Band will be performing live from 8pm to 1am.
Fireworks will start around 10pm!!!!
Please bring your own lawn chairs
Donation jars will be set up around the event areas and all donations received will go directly to The Matt Wood Memorial Foundation!! Please donate what you can; it goes to a great cause!

THROUGH OUR TELESCOPES: MOON WATCH
2023-07-02 21:30 - 22:15, 2023-07-01 22:00 - 22:45, 2023-06-30 21:30 - 22:15 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural afeatures and discovering where moon landings took place among them.
Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the moon’s surface.
No pre-registration required. Telescopes available on a first-come, first-serve basis for the time listed. Availability is subject to staff/volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
Park Programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Telescopes will not be available in the event of significant cloud-cover.
While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program, all visitors should arrive before dark.
We ask that visitors to the Night Sky programs to please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.

Nature at Night
2023-07-02 20:00 - 20:30 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program!
These programs feature fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as we do at Cherry Springs. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls bats, black bears and more!
If you arrive early you can bring a picnic! Picnic tables and charcoal grills are on site next to the Night Sky Public Viewing Area.
Registration is NOT required for the Nature at Night programs.
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If you have questions or would like to know when a specific topic or animal will be featured during a Nature at Night program, email cherryspringsee@pa.gov or call the park office at 814-435-1037.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Firefly Photo: Chiot’s Run, creative commons/flickr.com,

Nature at Night: Owl Prowl
2023-07-01 20:30 - 21:30 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Whoooo’s there?
After a half-hour presentation exploring owl traits and identification, we will hit the trail to listen (and look) for owls! They can be a little shy, so be prepared to silently stand still at times.
Wear suitable footwear for potentially damp grass, bring a red-light flashlight if you have one. Walk will be about 1 mile over mostly level grass and gravel surfaces.
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While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program, all visitors should arrive before dark.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.

LAUNCH INTO SPACE – YARD GAMES
2023-07-01 19:30 - 20:15 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Launch into space by joining us for astronomy-themed educational yard games. These games will provide an intro to astronomy, and are a great way to ease into the following Night Sky Tour program.
Registration is not required for this fun, family-friendly, and free event.
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While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program, all visitors should arrive before dark.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.

Yellow Birch Trail Hike
2023-07-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Join us as we hike the Yellow Birch Trail to learn about plants, birds, and see the beaver activity near Tauchers pond.

BEARD & MUSTACHE COMPETITION
2023-07-01 13:30 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
Do you have a Pencil, Cop, or Handlebar mustache? Is your beard a Van Dyke, a Goatee, or full-on ZZ Top? New this year as part of our annual Bark Peelers’ Festival, July 1-2, we’ll host our first Beard & Mustache Competition. Keep growing that facial hair and come out to be part of the fun!
For more information on judging and categories, visit http://lumbermuseum.org/…/2023-Beard-Mustache-Contest.pdf

BARK PEELERS’ FESTIVAL
2023-07-01 09:00 - 2023-07-02 17:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
The annual Bark Peelers’ Festival, Honoring Pennsylvania’s Lumbering Heritage. will be held on Saturday July 1 and Sunday July 2, 2023. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the festival, which started in 1973. Bark Peelers’ treats thousands of visitors (3000 + in 2022) to lively special events, contests, and demonstrations that celebrate “woodhick” skills. Unique food and craft vendors provide guests with ample shopping and culinary opportunities. There is live music throughout the weekend, crafts and games at the kid’s corner, operating demonstrations of our steam-powered circular sawmill and birch still, blacksmithing, chainsaw carving, camp cooking, and door prizes. Visitors are encouraged to compete in the greased pole, log rolling, crosscut saw, and birling competitions to earn the title “Grand Champion Bark Peeler” and the associated cash prizes. Admission costs $10 per-day for adults and $3 per-day for youth ages 3 to 11. A 2-day pass is available for $18.00/person.

LIBERTY FARMER'S MARKET
2023-07-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Farmer’s Market, 8586 State Route 414, Liberty, PA, 16930
The Liberty Farmer’s Market will open in style on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The market is located at 8586 Route 414 in Liberty, PA and will be open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Saturday now through October 7th.

Intro to Hiking Expeditions
2023-06-30 20:00 - 21:00 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Learn how to be prepared for any long hiking trip. This program will teach good hiking practices such as leave no trace as well as how to use several pieces of hiking equipment such as crampons, trekking poles, cooking gear, mountaineering boots and many more

IDENTIFYING MOVING LIGHTS IN THE SKY
2023-06-30 20:00 - 20:45 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
It’s National Meteor Day!
It’s a bird? It’s a plane! It’s, a what, exactly? Learn how to tell the difference between meteors, planes, and satellites in this short program.
No pre-registration required.
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While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program. All visitors should arrive before dark.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.
Photo: ALLEXXANDAR, Getty Images

RIVER OTTER & FISHER TRIVIA
2023-06-30 20:00 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
These two species were once gone from our land, but through conservation efforts and reintroduction they are becoming more & more common. Come on out to the amphitheater to learn about their adaptations, habitats, & much much more as we play a fun filled game of trivia.

Hotel Crittenden Fundraiser
2023-06-30 17:00 - 21:00 | Court House Square, 1 2nd St, Coudersport, PA, 16915, United States
Please join the community on the Courthouse Square Friday, June 30 from 5-9 to raise money for the Hotel Crittenden. The Hotel was severely damaged during a devastating fire on April 5, 2023.
Enjoy live music by Nate Cutshall and theCAUSE. Fiamata Pizza, Red Horse Grill, Jader John’s and Cream ‘n Sugar Mobile will all be there! There will be a 50/50 and Chinese Auction. Danny’s Whiskey Wagon will be there to server you with drinks. Sponsors and donations are welcome!

MANSFIELD FINAL FRIDAY MARKET
2023-06-30 14:00 - 19:00 | Mansfield PA, 23 N Main St, Mansfield, PA, 16933
Join us for the last Mansfield Final Friday Market for the 2023 year! Our vendor booths will be decked out in Halloween theme, so please COME IN COSTUME! Live music from the Clark Jackson Band & more.

HAMILTON-GIBSON’S FREE SUMMER THEATRE ARTS CAMP – REGISTER BY JUNE 9TH
2023-06-27 09:00 - 2023-06-30 15:00 | Tioga County Fairgrounds, 2258 Charleston Rd, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Youth completing the fourth through ninth grades in June can register now for Hamilton-Gibson’s Summer Theatre Arts Camp being held at the Tioga County Fairgrounds in Whitneyville. “We need to know how many youth are going to participate by Friday, June 9 so we can order enough camp T-shirts and prepare scripts and other materials to give to each camper on Monday, June 26, the first day of camp,” said Thomas Putnam, Hamilton-Gibson’s artistic director. The HG camp is free and open to those that want to participate no matter where they live and no matter whether they are homeschooled or attend public or private school. The five-day camp at Whitneyville will be from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday, June 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30. The last day of camp on June 30 will be a regular day with the addition of two public performances at 3pm and 6:30pm in the Tioga County Youth Center building at the fairgrounds. The jam-packed week will offer campers opportunities to hone their skills in acting, singing and dance through a variety of workshops provided by the staff and guest artists. Bus transportation is provided free. “Routes and times will be determined after we have received the registrations,” Putnam said. Campers will be picked up and taken to Whitneyville and then returned to their pickup sites each day after camp. The only exception will be on Friday, June 30. That day, the campers will be picked up but parents will be responsible for taking their campers home after the 6:30pm performance. “With the success of ‘Tales of Tioga’ in 2021 and ‘Shakin’ Up Shakespeare’ in 2022, we were able to create something wonderful, including friendships,” Putnam said. “That’s why we are doing a similar production this summer.” To register for the camp, download the 2023 Summer Theatre Arts Camp flyer and application by visiting the Hamilton-Gibson website at www.hamiltongibson.org and clicking on “Enrichment”, then on “For Kids” then “Camps” and then scroll down to the button tagged “Click Here for Application.” Complete and send the application to: Attention: Theatre Arts Camp, Hamilton-Gibson Productions, 29 Water Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. For more information about the camp, transportation or for answers to any other questions, call 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com.

2023 Firemen’s Carnival
2023-06-27 - 2023-07-01 | Knoxville Deerfield Vol. Fire Company, 107 Case St, Knoxville, PA, 16928
Sunshine shows will be on the midway starting Tuesday June 27th-July 1st!!

Sunshine shows will have all your favorite rides ranging from kiddie rides to bigger rides. They also will have that delicious carnival food with all the sweet treats that your heart desires!!
No one can resist all of that!!

Pet parade to kick off the week. Line up in front of the community center at 5pm and parade starts at 5:30pm sharp!! All pets and battery powered kids vehicles are welcome! We please ask that there is no gas powered vehicles unless they have been approved by the pet parade chairmen.

Tuesday-Midway opens at 6pm, $20 wristbands!

Wednesday-Midway opens at 6pm $25 wristbands
1st night of our annual 1,000 club drawing

Thursday-Midway opens at 6pm $25 wristbands
2nd night of our annual 1,000 club drawing

Friday-Midway opens at 6pm $25 wristbands
3rd night of our annual 1,000 club drawing

Saturday-Midway opens at 6pm $25 wristbands
Firemen’s parade at 5pm sharp traveling from north east street all the way through town to the west end to dollar general. Line up is at 4pm on the air strip at the east end of town and parade starts at 5. Everyone is welcome to participate!
Final night of our annual 1,000 club drawings with the big $1,000 winners being drawn. If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet you better get them!!

Chatham Fire Company will be there with their famous baked potatoes!!

Eastern star will be doing bingo!

ROOTSTOCK RACING – THE ENDLESS MOUNTAINS EXPEDITION RACE
2023-06-26 - 2023-07-01 | Crooked Creek Campground, 112 John Deere Lane, Gaines, PA, 16921, United States
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 a 30-Hour “Lite” event that will introduce newer racers to the sport of adventure racing. The premier event covers 350 miles of wilderness terrain in the PA Wilds with shorter options for less experienced teams.
Along the way, teams will encounter local history, paddle scenic waterways, climb and traverse rocky ridges and mountainsides, trek and bike through some of our state’s most remote forests, and encounter Pennsylvania’s abundant wildlife. Teams will work together to overcome the challenges that only expedition races can bring: being tested to their physical and mental limits with challenging overland navigation, wild terrain, and weather that can tame even the most hardened outdoors enthusiasts. It is in those moments that the best stories are written!
Dates: June 26-July 1 (five-day); June 26-27 (30-Hour)
Pricing: Varies; see website for more information
For more information, visit : https://www.endlessmountainsar.com/ (five day) and http://www.rootstockracing.com/endless-mountains-adventure-race-lite.html (30-Hour)

ENDLESS MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE RACE LITE
2023-06-26 | Crooked Creek Campground, 112 John Deere Lane, Gaines, PA, 16921, United States
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 will offer longer stages, a point-to-point format, and more self-sufficiency – both an accessible entry point into the world of multi-day racing and a standalone adventure in its own right!
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​The race will take place on Monday, June 26, coinciding with the start of the five-day Endless Mountains Adventure Race, a qualifying event for the Adventure Racing World Series. Line up alongside some of the top adventure racers in the world (and those who are setting off on their first expedition race) and get a taste of what Pennsylvania’s Endless Mountains have to offer.
A note on size: We are in the process finalizing our permit for the Endless Mountains with DCNR. The permit will be a combined one for both the five-day and thirty-hour event and will have a participant cap, still to be determined. Because of this, we have opened the thirty-hour registration for the first 50 racers and then will start a wait list. Pending on sign-ups for the five-day and final permit numbers, we will invite more teams to join the thirty-hour event as space allows. Sign up quickly to guarantee your entry or to claim an early ticket on the waitlist!

Bobcat on the Prowl
2023-06-25 20:30 - 21:30 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
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.

CANOE TOUR OF HILLS CREEK LAKE
2023-06-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
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.

History of the Mansfield Dairymen’s League plant
2023-06-25 14:00 | History Center on Main Street, 83 N Main St, Mansfield, PA, 16933, United States
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 North Main Street in Mansfield. Free ice cream sundaes will be served at the conclusion of the presentation. The free event is sponsored by First Citizens Community Bank.

The special presentation will feature a history of the Dairymen’s League plant in Mansfield by Tice. Long-time Tioga County Commissioner and dairy farmer Erick Coolidge will be honored to speak of the importance of the dairy industry in Tioga County.

The Borough of Mansfield will also present the History Center on Main Street and Museum of Us with the original Dairymen’s League signage which hung on the outside wall of the testing room prior to the borough purchasing the building for use as the borough garage. Mansfield Mayor Kathy Barrett will present a proclamation recognizing importance of the Dairyman’s League in Mansfield’s history.

The Mansfield Branch of Dairymen's League Inc. was organized in the fall and winter of 1916-1917. The membership grew until Dec. 31st, 1920 when there were 220 farmers who had
joined the organization of the Mansfield Local.

Oct. 1, 1920 notices were posted on the plants of the Mansfield Dairy Co., which then processed most of the local milk, that they would close. This put the patrons of the plants in a position where it was necessary to find an alternative processor. A committee was appointed to interview Mr. W.D. Rose, President of the Mansfield Dairy, regarding processing the League patrons’ milk. It was agreed that his company take the milk and manufacture it at the expense
of the patrons and pay the balance to them. This was for three months, October, November, and December of 1920.

While this was being done the Dairymen’s League members raised the money to either build plants or buy the ones owned by the Mansfield Dairy Co., and the deal was closed Sunday, January 1st, 1921. The pooling system known as the Mansfield chapter of the Dairymen’s League Cooperative Association came into being with plants in Mansfield, Seeley Creek, Jobs Corners, Roseville and Mainesburg.

In 1969, the Dairymen’s League Cooperative Association changed its name to the more recognizable Dairylea after its famous brand of milk.

The original Mansfield Condensary, located behind the current Mansfield Plaza, was built in October 1905 by W. D. Rose of the Mansfield Dairy Company and dismantled in 1951. The new
modern shipping plant was built and operated until closing October 1st, 1961. It currently serves as the Mansfield Borough garage. The plants consisted of Mansfield, Seeley Creek, Jobs Corners, Roseville and Mainesburg.

The History Center on Main Street and Museum of Us is located at 61 North Main Street in Mansfield, PA.

FREE WATERCOLOR CLASSES FOR ADULTS
2023-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
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, and then a series of three classes in July for those who want to learn more advanced techniques. The classes are free, but students must provide their own materials. For these classes, students will need to purchase a set of watercolor paints (tubes or pans – not opaque), at least six sheets of 140 pound watercolor paper (8×10”, 9×12” or 11×14”), a watercolor palette to mix colors, and a set of watercolor (NOT acrylic) brushes.
The beginner class will be offered on two dates – Sunday, June 4th and Sunday, June 25th from 10AM – 12PM. Students should sign up for one session or the other by emailing director@gmeinerartculturalcenter.org or calling 570-724-1917. This class is intended for students who have little to no experience with watercolor painting and is limited to 12 students per session. The beginner class will be an exploration of the properties of transparent watercolor so that students can become familiar with the medium and increase their confidence in using it. The two-hour class will include discussion of the following: masking white vs. leaving white vs. using tape, transparent vs. opaque watercolor, and the use of watercolor markers and watercolor pencils. Students will also explore fluid (wet-in-wet), wet-on-dry, and drybrush techniques. Demonstrations and coaching will be done for both still life and abstract designs. Students should leave the class with at least one painting, increased skills and confidence in using watercolors, and perhaps a desire to continue developing their skills in the advanced series of classes.
The advanced classes will be held on July 9th, 16th, and 23rd from 10AM – 12PM. Students should sign up for all three sessions by emailing director@gmeinerartculturalcenter.org or calling 570-724-1917. This series of classes is intended to greatly develop the students’ ability to use watercolors, and is open to students who took the beginner class or who have previous experience with watercolors. It is limited to 12 participants. The first class will start with a review of basic techniques, and then participants will practice various watercolor techniques over the course of the three days using a variety of subject matter. Students will paint a mostly white still life creating depth and shadows without using black. They will paint a floral design and learn about color glazing with watercolors, and they will complete an abstract design.
The Gmeiner is located at 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, behind the Green Free Library. Students should park on Main Street in front of the library.

ART IN THE PARK: OWL EDITION
2023-06-25 09:00 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
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.

Through Our Telescopes: Summer Basics
2023-06-24 22:30 - 23:15 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
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.
No pre-registration required. Telescopes available on a first-come, first-serve basis for the time listed. Availability is subject to staff/volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
Park Programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Telescopes will not be available in the event of significant cloud-cover.
We ask that all visitors please leave pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.

ASTRONOMY & THE NIGHT SKY
2023-06-24 22:00 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
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 with those constellations. All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.

Night Sky Tour - Intro to the Summer Sky
2023-06-24 21:30 - 22:15 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
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 myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn about park history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies.
Registration encouraged, but not required. Should we need to cancel or modify a program due to weather, etc., we will email all registered participants. Optional registration will open 45 days before the program.
While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program, all visitors should arrive before dark.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.
Photo courtesy of Universe Today.

Squirrel Wars
2023-06-24 20:30 - 21:30 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Learn about the different species of squirrels and how to deal with them. Mounts will highlight this presentation.
