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Join us for Dills Celtic Festival at the Historic Dills Tavern. Proceeds from this event help support NYCHAPS historical and educational programs. Celtic Music, Crafters, Merchandise, Food, and Beverages Celtic...
Can you hike every trail at Kings Gap? With 2600 acres of forest, Kings Gap has an extensive hiking system. Join us to get more comfortable hiking the trails. By...
The 29th annual kite fly event in Waynesboro at Hooverville Elementary School. Free kite flying (all ages) with expert flying help from our Kite Masters—brothers Sam and George Adams. Bring...
Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Pink Moon! The forest is stretching and yawning awake. Join us as we explore the trails and enjoy the...
Vernal Pools are temporary ponds often used by frogs and salamanders to lay their eggs. During this program, you will learn about and help to monitor these fascinating and vulnerable...
Brian Howard, Chief Conservator at BR Howard and Associates, has dedicated his career to historic preservation and art conservation, including the kitchen walls and artwork at Craighead House. Join Brian, and his wife Jolene, as they talk about the intricate conservation work that went into this phase of renovating the house, as well as a...
Spring is all a buzz as the insects get to work! Join us as we investigate the hidden world in our backyards. Programs & Schedule 9:45am – Doors open10-10:30am – Meet Mickie and the ‘Roaches, Strawberry Hill Animal Ambassadors10:30-11am - Talk Like a Bee11am-12pm – Biodiversity in Our Forest Walk11am-12pm – Not in My Backyard!12-12:30...
You’re invited to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s Community Climate Conversations. This virtual workshop is an opportunity to share your experiences, learn about Pennsylvania’s Climate Action Plan, and help shape solutions that work for everyone - especially communities most impacted by climate change. This workshop will also: Offer resources and guidance to support local...
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks find birding enthusiasts Sharon and Larry Williams of Waynesboro leading the walks along the hiking trails at varying locations throughout the area. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and may bring identification books and binoculars. Free and open to the public. Just show up—no reservations required! For...
Enjoy beautiful Virginia bluebell wildflowers blooming in profusion along the Appalachian and Conodoguinet Creek. Learn about plans for the Scott Farm property as the future home of Keystone Trails Association and an important hub for trail activities by conservation partners. The adjacent Kittatinny Ridge is a major flyway for migratory birds and an iconic landscape...
Join us for a weekend spent outdoors on trail, on the water, giving back to nature, biking, and more. We have activities for animal lovers, families, and those with limited mobility. Select your activities for the weekend today and explore lodging options at Lake Raystown Resort! Activity sign-ups are filling quickly; sign up today. The...
This event will begin with an interactive panel of Community Gardens enthusiasts, including: Following the panel, there will be an opportunity to: *Talk with the Cumberland County Master Gardeners *Tour the Penn State Extension Youth Gardens (located on site) *Network with other participants Light refreshments will...
