• Step Outdoors TRYathlon & 5K Run/Walk

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Join us for the annual Step Outdoors TRYathlon! This shorter triathlon (trail running, kayaking/canoeing, and biking) is well-suited for both the serious competitor and the average athlete that would like to challenge themselves. Thus - the TRY in the TRYathlon. A stand-alone 5K run/walk is an option as well. Pre-registration online will close Wednesday 9/18…

  • International Observe the Moon Night – and Saturn

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Come check out the moon and Saturn through telescopes! International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide public event that encourages observation, appreciation and understanding of our Moon and its connection to space science, exploration, and human culture.  The program will include demonstrations about the moon’s distance from earth, moon folklore, and more. Registration encouraged to…

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  • Bobcats

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Learn all about PA's only feline, the bobcat. See a mount, hides, a video and more. Hear about the bobcat study that taught us a lot about them.

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  • Three Smart Dogs

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Explore the world of the red fox, grey fox, and coyote to learn of their unique features and survival in the wild. Pelts, mounts, photos, and skulls will be used to demonstrate these features.

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  • Learn about Elk

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Elk are among the largest and most majestic animals in PA. Learn all about their range, life cycle, diet, fall rut, hunting, and more. Learn about how their population and habitat are being managed.

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  • Wildlife Management Tools

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Discover the world of trapping and hunting. Learn about the different techniques and equipment. As well as how to stay safe while interacting with wildlife and how proper management techniques keep wildlife healthy.

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  • Record Animals

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Learn about amazing characteristics and survival techniques of all kinds of animals from around the world. Learn about amazing speeds, hunting techniques, camouflage, and so much more.

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  • Meet the Weasel Family

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Some weasels are called weasels, but not all! Discover the unique and surprising family members of the weasel family. See the similarities and differences among them. Mounts and hides will be shown for many of the species.

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  • Canoe Tour

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Join us for a relaxed family outing at Hills Creek Lake. Canoes, pfd's, whistles, and paddles are all provided. Learn about the park history, wildlife, lake management, and more. Meet at the beach area. Preregistration is required. Please call the park office at 570-724-4246 or email croslund@pa.gov or omucci@pa.gov.

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  • Critter Call

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    This night time program offers a chance to see nocturnal wildlife in a unique way. After a brief orientation we will travel to spots in and around the park to “call in” a gray fox using night lights and an electronic game call. Other species possibly encountered will be deer, raccoons, owls, coyotes, and more.…

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  • Deer Processing Demonstration

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    Are you interested in learning what to do after you have hunted a deer? This class is perfect for you! Kip Adams, is  the National Deer Association’s Chief Conservation Office and will be doing a demonstration on how to process a deer for consumption. He will teach you how to cut the meat off the…

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  • HERYN (Helping Engage our River’s Youth with Nature) kayaking and fishing program

    Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

    The popularity of the Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association's HERYN (Helping Engage our River's Youth with Nature) kayaking and fishing program days and recent development of a Northern Tier Regional Director position has led to a new Northern Tier HERYN program opportunity to be held July 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Each day will…

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