Events Calendar

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Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter “SOAR” Bird Walks

First and third Saturday spring, summer, fall and winter 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...

Cumberland County Master Gardeners Plant Fest & Sale

Allen Road Gardens 310 Allen Road, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Join Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for their Plant Fest & Sale in Carlisle on May 18th from 8 am to 1 pm. Featuring native plants suitable for a variety of condition, gardening advice, youth gardening activities, Plant Fest has something for everyone! Stop by for:Plants, natives and ornamentals, herbs and vegetables,...

PA Master Gardener Presents: Pennsylvania German Kitchens

Strawberry Hill Foundation 1537 Mt Hope Rd., Fairfield, Pennsylvania, United States

Pennsylvania German Kitchen Gardens are gardens of purpose, not necessarily design. Typically, vegetables, culinary herbs and medicinal herbs were grown. Learn about how these gardens were sited, who managed them, and how folks successfully grew crops. Alice Zepp has been a Master Gardener for four years. She has been a vegetable gardener for most of...

$10

Native Species Wildflower Walk

Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, Pennsylvania, United States

Celebrate PA Native Species Day for taking an hour long walk to search for and identify some native wildflowers! If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least seven days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard...

Youth Field Day

Carlisle Fish and Game Association 1421 W Trindle Rd., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Calling all Kids 6-17 that want to learn about what to do in the great outdoors! This program is a great way for kids to get introduced to outdoor activities in a safe and comfortable non intimidating environment. Sign in starts at 6:30am activities start at 8:00am.Stop by this event for BB Guns, Shotgun, .22...

Youth Festival 2024

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

Play Outside is the spirit of Youth Fest! Stop by for a fun outside day for kids, including hikes, story walk, hands-on activities and partnered stations. This event will take place at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, PA This fun event features a variety of workshops, demonstrations, activities, exhibits, and entertainment throughout the day....

YoCo Connect Live at Ruins Hall

Ruins Hall 30 Enterprise St., Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States

Stop by Ruins Hall in Glen Rock from 5 - 7pm for a networking mixer. This event will take place outdoors. Rain date is May 28, 2024. Enjoy some appetizers, beverages, and door prizes while networking with other YoCo attendees! Plus, you'll have the chance to leave your mark at Ruins Hall. Learn more here.

Garden Talk #4 Spring 2024

Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum 14325 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

The Garden Talk programs are FREE but registration is required due to limited space. The Institute announces the 2024 spring series of small-group garden talks. Talks will be held on five Tuesdays in April and May from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Civil War era garden adjacent to Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum. Register HERE....

Furnace Walking Tour

Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, Pennsylvania, United States

Pine Grove Furnace was not always the scenic mountain getaway you see today. Take a 1-mile walk through the past to discover the history of Pine Grove Furnace. Allow 2 hours for this program. If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to...

Racoon Rascals

Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, Pennsylvania, United States

Bring the family out to learn about the raccoons who call our woods their home, and have your kids create their own custom raccoon mask! If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least seven days’ notice, interpreters for...

Nocturnal Senses Night Hike

Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, Pennsylvania, United States

Test out your nocturnal skills while we learn about nighttime creatures and how their senses help them find their way in the dark. We will also use a UV Black Light to see what luminesces at night. If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park...

Kayak through History

Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, Pennsylvania, United States

Learn the history of Laurel Lake and Pine Grove Furnace while kayaking. Space is limited to 12 participants. Must be at least 12 years of age, and have previous kayaking experience. Registration opens May 17th. 

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