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Nature is beautiful to look at, but did you know it can also be used to create beautiful artwork? Go on a hike to find natural items that will then be used to make art. The only catch—no paintbrushes! This is the sixth and final session in our series of outdoor adventure programs in June...
The CCWA's first Conodoguinet Creek cleanup of 2024 will be held on Saturday, July 27th. Meet no later than 8:30AM at the Conodoguinet Youth Park, 515 Orrs Bridge Road, Mechanicsburg. We'll keep our vehicles in the lot at the park. We’ll work upstream to near Sears Run (about one creek mile), float the trash back...
Relationships have existed between humans and not-humans for millennia. Join us as we explore practical tips for building and maintaining a healthy relationship with the Forest (and one's own property). Discover what to do when visiting a new natural space and learn about strengthening the Genius Loci (spirits of the land/area) after hardship such as...
The Textile Arts camp is designed for students who have completed grade 3 through age 17.Students should pack a lunch and beverage. During the five-day camp, students will choose what color to dye a skein of yarn for a weaving project, and learn how to dye the yarn. They will each make a unique potholder...
Learn some new skills and recipes, then enjoy a tasty meal with park staff! Ingredients and supplies will be provided, courtesy of the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace. Donations are...
Join us as Master Gardener Carol Glasgow gives a presentation on how to grow, harvest, and use the 10 most popular culinary herbs, as well as their history and traditions...
Wild Strawberries is Strawberry Hill’s summer program designed to immerse kids in nature while engaging their hearts and minds with hands-on, play-based learning outdoors. Wild Strawberries will be held on...
Join Strawberry Hill for Nature Book Club in the Nature Classroom from 6:30-7:30pm. Light refreshments will be offered but feel free to bring something to share if you wish. August’s...
The story posted on the StoryWalk® trail at Pine Hill Park changes regularly, and a special story event accompanies each one on the second Sunday of select months. The book...
A long-standing tradition, KTA's Allegheny National Forest Hiking Weekend is great for hikers looking for a laid-back weekend with friends (or friends-to-be). Explore the beautiful forests on guided group hikes...
Shelter: The first protection in a survival situation is shelter. Shelter provides camouflage and protects from the elements, insects, predators, and cold. Whether for a day, a week, or indefinitely....
Watch the moon rise over the park as we hike the Koppenhaver and Mountain Creek trails, taking in all the park has to offer as the sun goes down and...