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…
Spend the morning of National Public Lands Day on a hike with 52 Hike Challenge Pennsylvania at the beautiful Hills Creek State Park. Join 52 Hike Challenge - Pennsylvania at Hills Creek State Park in Wellsboro. If you have never been to Wellsboro, you are in for a treat! It is highly recommended that you…
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 required by completing the event…
Learn all about the lifecycle, diet, habits, and behavior of the Pennsylvania black bear. Mounts, hides, videos, and other visuals will be displayed.
Explore the history and management of our lake – all by canoe in a relaxed family setting. Boats, paddles, and PFD’s provided. PFD’s must be worn at all times. Limited space – registration required. Register by visiting the park office or calling 570-724-4246.
Learn the history, biology, and management of this unique mammal through photos, skulls, hides, and demos.
Join ranger Gabby VanDunk as she gives her perspective on her native American culture. Artifacts and tales will be presented.
Discover the world of Pennsylvania Bats. Learn about their importance, life cycle, habits, and the serious threats towards their population and what you can do to help.
Examine 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.
What does an animal see? How do we know what they see? How do eyes differ from species to species? Through models , demonstrations, and video clips examine the vision of animals and how it differs from humans.
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, and coyotes. The…
Join members of the Pennsylvania Wilds Astronomy Club (PaWildsAstro.org) for an evening observing session in Hills Creek State Park. Observing will start at about 8:30 with a young moon in its crescent phase. Once completely dark, the telescopes will move to objects highlighting the late summer sky, including clusters, nebulas, and double stars. In the…