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Sweetheart’s Archery

Share a new experience with a loved one!Grab your mom, dad sister, significant other, neighbor, or other loved one and join us for Sweetheart's Archery! This indoor program is appropriate...

$10

Event Series Little Learners

Little Learners

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

The Little Learners program includes hands-on outdoor engagement with the natural world in a safe learning environment. Each lesson will include storytime, and activity, and something to take home. This program is age appropriate for PreK through 2nd grade. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Adults, please register as a family when you sign up!...

Event Series Winter Virtual Programs

Winter Virtual Programs

Join online via Zoom for these winter web-based online programs. Register online to receive the Zoom link. All programs start at 6 PM.Thursday, January 30 Salty Stream Science Each winter, the weather creates hazards for our roads. We typically combat them with salt. How can that affect our streams, and what can you do to...

Event Series Mind Hikes for Every Body

Mind Hikes for Every Body

This hiking series is an opportunity to simultaneously build your mental and physical health. During the hike, we will also calm our minds with reflective walks, engaging with nature, and sensory activities. All are welcome! Find more information HERE.

Event Series FeederWatch Wednesdays

FeederWatch Wednesdays

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

This community science project collects data on birds visiting feeders in the winter. Enjoy hot cocoa, tea, or coffee while we spend some time in the warm Education Building watching our birdfeeders and collecting count data. No experience necessary - beginners and experienced birders welcome!

Event Series Women’s * Wellness Hikes

Women’s * Wellness Hikes

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

This hiking series is an opportunity for you to build your mental and physical health. The hikes wills tart easier and flatter, gradually adding mileage and hills. During the hike you will also be relaxing your mind with silent walks, sensory activities, poetry, and reflection.Join us for one hike or all! Each hike will be...

Adult Hike & Learn: Vernal Pools

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

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...

2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge

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

Can you hike every trail at Kings Gap? With 2600 acres of forest, Kings Gap has an extensive hiking system. Join us to get more comfortable hiking the trails. By the end, this challenging monthly hiking series will cover over 25 miles of trail at the park. Two options of the same hike are offered...

$19

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.

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.

Event Series Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Sale

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

Mark your calendars and Save the Dates for our annual Native Plant Sale! Sponsored by the Friends of Kings Gap, this plant sale includes native plants, and a few "naturalized" favorites.  Plant Pots are $7 each. All sales are cash or check. The Happy Beekeeper will be on site Saturday with honey and other bee-related products! Garden...

Event Series Archery for Mothers

Archery for Mothers

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

Mothers are invited to get outdoors and learn a recreational activity with your family! Learn the basics of archery technique, safety, and perfecting your skills. Equipment is provided Pre-registration is required for this free program. Participants must be aged 10 or older. Intended for new or novice archers. Register HERE.

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