Events Calendar

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 early nights of a springtime forest. Guided hike will start at 8:00pm and last about 60 minutes. We will have a limited number of flashlights...

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 ecosystems.About the Program:12:00 - 12:45 PM          Indoor Presentation12:45 - 1:00 PM            Drive to Pools1:00 - 2:30...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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....

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 &...

Buttonwood Nature Center is repeating its series of AT hikes on the last Sunday of the month from January through April, 2025. Hike with us along a portion of the legendary Appalachian Trail! Led by a Buttonwood naturalist, the hike will explore some of the wonders to be found in the woods and along the...