Events Calendar

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ATV Impacts on PA Trails and Forests: Black Forest Trail

Join retired forester Bob Merrill for an easy hike on a portion of the beloved Black Forest Trail. Explore approximately four miles afoot while learning about the growing threat ATVs and UTVs pose to Pennsylvania’s public lands. Pack a lunch and plenty of water plus rain gear (just in case). Meeting location is the upper...

Homeschool Days – Eco Engineers

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

Beaver dams are structural wonders and ecologically fundamental. Explore the building concepts and environmental impact of America’s largest rodent and even put your knowledge to the test when you build a beaver dam of your own! Later in the day, join us as we explore the shifting ecology of our Pennsylvania forests and then hit...

“Snorkeling the Yellow Breeches”: YBWA 2023 Annual Gathering

Lower Allen Township Park 4075 Lisburn Rd, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

You’ve boated it, fished it, floated it...but have you SNORKELED the Yellow Breeches?? Learn more about the best spots and what you can see from Keith Williams, keynote speaker at the upcoming YBWA annual gathering. Keith is Vice President for Education and Engagement for the Lancaster Conservancy, and author of "Snorkeling Rivers and Streams: An...

Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grant Workshop

Registration is now open for DCNR’s free annual grant workshop. The virtual workshop will take place on Thursday, November 16 from 9AM-12N. Anyone interested in applying for Community Conservation Partnerships Program (aka C2P2) grants in 2024 is strongly encouraged to attend. Videos of workshop presentations will be made available on the DCNR YouTube channel for those who cannot...

​National Take a Hike Day with Keystone Trails Association

Get outdoors for some fresh air, scenery and exercise at Fort Hunter Conservancy!Join KTA Executive Director Brook Lenker for a strenuous, mountain hike ending with a picturesque view of the Susquehanna River. This program is part of the Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Pre-registration required. Sign up here.

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...

Beaver Moon Hike

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

Join for a free nighttime nature hike under the Beaver Moon! Discover how animals and insects are settling in as the cold begins to take hold over the forest. Guided hike will start at 7:00pm and last about 60 minutes. There will be a limited number of flashlights to handout so please bring one if...

Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall “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...

Star Party

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

Area residents are invited to a “star party,” a telescope viewing of the night sky at Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro. The event, a partnership between The Institute and Tri-State Astronomers (TSA), is free and open to the public.Telescopes will be set up in the park, and members of the Tri-State Astronomers club will...

Event Series A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

A multi-talented company of actors, singers and dancers bring Dickens’ tale to life with warmth, music and laughter. A Christmas Carol, adapted by Wil Love and Carl Schurr, evokes the true magic...

Holiday Wreath Workshop

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

Make your own beautiful, all-natural wreath while enjoying hot cocoa, treats, and friends. Join to learn about different local evergreens and make a wreath of your very own. We will supply pinecones, wire, and drinks. Please bring ribbon and any decorations you’d like to ad such as berries, bells, snow flakes, birds, silk flowers, etc....

$30

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Annual Yuletide Celebration

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 13767 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, United States

Blue Ridge Summit Annual Library Yuletide Celebration 13676 Monterey Lane, BRS, PA Magical evening for families. Live music, fire truck rides, cookies & cider, Santa hands out candy canes, bird feeder craft for kids, door prizes. Memorial tree lighting at 6:30pm. For more info: brsmtnboard@gmail.com

Free

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