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To celebrate the Greenway, an open house will take place at Coover Park on Oct. 27 from 1-5pm. This is the Southern trailhead for the proposed eight mile non-motorized trail along the former Mechanicsburg Dillsburg Railway. Please consider coming for a tour and an opportunity to meet partners. Reservations are being accepted for booths. Donations are being accepted. Other...
Programs & Schedule 9:45am – Doors open 10-11am – Meet Strix! 11am-12pm – Trees of Mount Hope Hike 11am-12pm – Creature Feature 12-12:30 – Lunch on your own at our pavilion 12:30-1pm – “Terrors” of the Natural World 12:30-1pm – Folktales from the Forest 10am-2pm – Nature Classroom open to explore $7/person (kids and adults),...
Register for the final of four workshops designed to provide residents, local officials, and historical preservation enthusiasts in the South Mountain Region with the tools and educational resources to understand the methods available to preserve historical resources, and build capacity to preserve historic structures, landscapes, and farmland. This workshop is entitled Resources and Funding to Preserve...
The wild is calling… Join us as we unravel some of the mysteries behind local werewolf legends. Discover the history of real wolves which once inhabited our forests. Explore how human fear and misunderstanding shaped our beliefs and hunting practices and led to the elimination of wild wolves in our state.
This fall we are offering a series of six new Wee Wonders sessions. Each session is 75 minutes of educational FUN for our youngest naturalists! Check back for the series flier. Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center (formerly The Institute), age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, hikes, theme-related and...
"100 Years of the Appalachian Trail" by Jim Foster: The concept of a hiking trail from Georgia to Maine began in 1921 with a famous article by A.T. visionary Benton MacKaye. Jim Foster will present a talk with pictures on the first century of the Appalachian Trail. He'll include the founders, those who built the...
Interested in combining art and inquiry skills, but don't know where to start? This workshop will introduce you to how the science and engineering practices of the new Pennsylvania STEELs standards can be taught through different mediums. Join us to hone your observation skills through nature journaling, bring animal adaptations to life, write poetry about...
STEM is everywhere. Join us for a day of learning and creative fun as we explore animal habitats, math in nature, and all things bugs! Tinker with some STEM-inspired crafts that you can take home. This program is designed to meet the Daisy math in Nature 1, Brownie Bugs, Junior Animal Habitats badge requirements. We...
Join the Friends of Kings Gap in the Cameron-Masland Mansion for an outstanding evening of entertainment and refreshment. The Steve Rudolph Trio will present jazz at its finest as you enjoy wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres. Ticket must be purchased in advance. The proceeds benefit Kings Gap State Park and to support and enhance its programs...
This November KTA offers a four-day Wilderness Advanced First Aid class sanctioned by Wilderness Medical Associates (WMA). According to WMA, "Wilderness Advanced First Aid is the perfect entry-level course for outdoor adventurers and outdoor professionals who may need to provide patient care when help is delayed for hours to days. The course focuses on basic...
Join us for Nature Book Club in the Nature Classroom from 6:30-7:30pm. Bring your current nature and/or environmental-themed book to discuss and share! Light refreshments will be offered but feel free to bring something to share if you wish. Free and open to the public. RSVP to Anne at education@strawberryhill.org
Join Keystone Trails Association & the Pennsylvania Parks and Forest Foundation for a Symposium for Trail Clubs, Conservation Volunteers, and Park and Forest Friends Groups! Come together to learn, connect, and celebrate! Register HERE.
Come celebrate National Take a Hike Day with us!This 1½ -2 mile hike will explore our flatter trails in the Pine Plantation and Forest Pools area. Please wear bright orange. Meet at the Pine Plantation, bring water, and dress for the weather!
The Creek Defenders team invites you to attend a hybrid Draft Recommendationsmeeting.This project is a collaboration with AGU Thriving Earth Exchange. It aims to protect theConodoguinet Creek watershed by collecting and analyzing data from multiple sourcesto assess environmental risks and impacts, contribute to environmental education, andraise community awareness.The Creek Defenders Pollution Report Form & Map...
Decorations will be made out of evergreen and other materials. This is a Camp Craighead event. RSVP if you plan on attending to ensure that enough seats & materials are available for your child or children. Register HERE.
Join KTA for a webinar with special guest Bob Stewart. Bob holds seven titles for Fastest Known Times in Pennsylvania. KTA explores the world of the Fastest Known Time. Registration is free but required! Register HERE.
Mrs. Santa Claus is coming to visit Craighead House on Sunday, November 24th from 2 until 4. If your child is under 8 or still believes in Santa, please join...
Mrs. Santa Claus is coming to visit Craighead House on Sunday, November 24th from 2 until 4. If your child is under 8 or still believes in Santa, please join us. A parent must join the child. Mrs. Claus will be bringing her favorite elf, Heidi. Mrs. Claus will be reading Christmas stories and singing...
You may be wondering, what IS a Topophiliac? Topophilia (From Greek topos "place" and -philia, "love of") is a strong sense of place, which often becomes mixed with the sense...