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This is the third in our series of four new fall outdoor adventure programs in October. Designed for kids in grades K to 5, EXPLORE! programs will run on four Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, and 24. Sessions are after school, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa. All program activities are...
Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Hunter’s Moon! Let yourself experience the fall forest in a whole new way. Take a deep breath. The air is crisp and lovely this time of year, carrying a hint of sassafras and pine. The crunch of leaves echoes as you wander the twisting...
Explore the Susquehanna Riverlands through a create-your-own-experience-style weekend! Choose from events hosted by community and outdoor-related organizations to highlight the natural recreational assets of the region. There will be guided adventures, educational opportunities, and stewardship activities. Find more information and register HERE.
Autumn is an excellent time for graziers to assess their requirements for late winter feeding. It allows time for adjustments to livestock numbers and to identify alternate nutrition sources while there is an abundance available, which ultimately benefits both livestock and grazier. Preparing for late winter feeding in both single and multi-species grazing operations will...
Explore the streams found on the Strawberry Hill property and gain insights into their critical role in maintaining the health of the waters. Join us for a guided fall hike to explore the stunning Strawberry Hill Preserve while learning about the vital role its streams play in providing clean drinking water to over 5 million...
Our fourth annual Pumpkins and Pippins fall festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area, Waynesboro. Rain location is the Waynesboro Area Middle School. A fundraiser for Buttonwood/The Institute, the festival includes a full slate of activities and fun for all ages, including a ‘kid zone’...
The night skies are vast and beautiful! Explore the brilliance of the night as we learn how to use telescopes, discuss myths & legends about the moon, and explore nature with a night hike! This program is designed to meet the Cadette Night Owl and Senior Space Science Expert badge requirements. Scouts will receive a...
Dr. Tom Benjey, Carlisle Indian School Football Historian, will present an alternate history based on a question not previously asked: What if Jim Thorpe had remained at Carlisle instead of taking a two-year hiatus playing minor league baseball. Register HERE.
This training empowers individuals to make dramatic strides towards restoring and caring for the tree canopy in their communities! This training is designed for municipal staff, community volunteers, and grantees of TreePennsylvania's Environmental Justice Grant program (2024-25). For more information about TreePennsylvania, please visit our website. Register HERE.
This is the final program in our series of four new fall outdoor adventure programs in October. Designed for kids in grades K to 5, EXPLORE! programs will run on four Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, and 24. Sessions are after school, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa. All program activities...
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...
Join storyteller and singer Matthew Dodd for a free one-hour event sponsored by the Friends of Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Fun for the whole family!Bring the entire family for this free performance in the State Park Amphitheater, which is just south from the Campgrounds along Bendersville Road. Most visitors should park in the large...
