Events Calendar

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Community Climate Conversations

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...

SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER “SOAR” Bird Walks

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...

Appalachian Trail Bluebell Hike and Spring Picnic at Scott Farm 

Scott Farm 301 Bernheisel Bridge Rd, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

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...

Spring Hiking Weekend at Raystown Lake

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...

Community Conversation: Community Gardens

Cumberland County Planning Office 310 Allen Rd., Room B, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

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...

Bird Atlas Volunteer Training

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

Pennsylvania is conducting a state-wide survey of breeding birds. Interested in helping gather data on breeding birds at Kings Gap? Join for training to learn more about the atlas and how you can participate. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Find more details and register HERE.

Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2025

Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Rd., Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art. Your throw-aways may be just what someone else is looking for. Make some extra cash for yourself, your family, or your organization. And Buttonwood Nature Center,...

Earth Celebration Day & Recycle Fundraiser 2025

Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Rd., Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

Buttonwood Nature Center celebrates spring with environmental exhibitors, live music, environmental artists and artisans, a student art show and more. Spend a day in the park and celebrate spring and the Earth! Earth Celebration Day features:• Eco-Friendly Exhibitors• Live Music!• Artist Vendors• Paper Shredding by OSI (9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.—time to be confirmed) Plus, Franklin Co....

5th Annual Earth Day Celebration

The Carriage House 37 West Chapel Ave., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Join us for the 5th Annual Earth Day Celebration in the wilds of historic downtown Carlisle, PA on Saturday April 26, 2024 from 12-4 pm. This year’s event also corresponds with Arbor Day, in honor of the trees, and our event will be a complete celebration of The Earth, The Trees, and Life Wild &...

StoryWalk® Event – April 2025

Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Rd., Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

The April StoryWalk® event is held in conjunction with Buttonwood’s Earth Celebration Day. See that event here. The book, Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert (author and illustrator), celebrates spring. Every spring, butterflies emerge and dazzle the world with their vibrant beauty.But where do butterflies come from? How are they born? What do they eat—and how do they...

Cavity Nest Monitoring Hike

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

Many animals, including birds use holes in trees and other structures as shelter and nests for raising their young. Come learn about our cavity nesting program, how we monitor and collect data, and what you can do to help these species.

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