Yoga on the Terrace
Yoga on the Terrace
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on...
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StoryWalk® Event – June 2025
StoryWalk® Event – June 2025
The June StoryWalk® event celebrates Summer—and our furry, four-legged friends—dogs! The book is Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness by Maria Gianferrari. Simply be like a dog with this irresistible picture book...
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Music on the Mountain 2025
Music on the Mountain 2025
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for this free summer concert series the first Sunday of June, July, August, and September! Bring your lawn chair or blanket to the top of the mountain to enjoy an evening of great music. Food vendors will be ready to serve you. All summer concerts begin at 2:00 p.m. and end at 6:30 p.m. Don't...
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1 event,
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
2 events,
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
2 events,
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
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5 events,
WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks
WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) 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 required! For...
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through August 30, with the exception of May...
Trail Work Volunteer Days
Trail Work Volunteer Days
Come out with our trail crew volunteers to improve the hiking experience at Kings Gap! Work may include: Installing signs, trail evaluations, maintaining and opening trails, cutting new trails, rock...
4 events,
Yoga on the Terrace
Yoga on the Terrace
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is...
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Heritage Day
Heritage Day
Save the Date for this year's Heritage Day! Live Music from Shippensburg Swing BandHistorical Society: Costumed InterpretationLog Sawing DemonstrationsHorse-drawn RidesWagon RidesHistoric GamesBeekeepingCanning and Herb DryingCrafts:Clothespin Doll MakingBasket WeavingBurlap SewingScavenger HuntsMansion...
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
Totem Pole Playhouse presents: The Marvelous Wonderettes
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”...
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Camp Craighead: Nature Craft Night: Gnome & Fairy Garden Houses
Camp Craighead: Nature Craft Night: Gnome & Fairy Garden Houses
Join us for our first Camp Craighead Kid’s Craft Night of the season making Gnome and Fairy houses out of items found in nature. Seating is limited to 20 children....
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Summer Stories 2025
Summer Stories 2025
Children gather under a tree in the park to listen to stories and enjoy related hands-on activities. Free admission. This year, Summer Stories will be on Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24 and...
1 event,
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Strawberry Moon Hike
Strawberry Moon Hike
Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Strawberry Moon! What better way to celebrate the official start of summer than a hike under the glorious full...
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1 event,
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Wildlife and Our Woodlands
Wildlife and Our Woodlands
This event is free and open to the public and features a presentation by a local Pennsylvania Game Commission Warden, who will discuss how to manage and care for our...
2 events,
Father’s Day Family Camping
Fathers, enjoy an evening of outdoor fun with your family! Sleep in a tent, roast marshmallows, hike along a stream and spend a night outdoors! Meals are included and instructions are provided. Bring your equipment, but if you need something, be sure to contact Friends of Kings Gap for loaners. Recommended for ages 5+. Registration...
$15
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through August 30, with the exception of May...
2 events,
Yoga on the Terrace
Yoga on the Terrace
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is...
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3 events,
Little Learners
Little Learners
The Little Learners program includes hands-on outdoor engagement with the natural world in a safe learning environment. Each lesson will include storytime, an activity, and something to take home. This...
Conococheague Audubon Native Plant Garden Tour
Conococheague Audubon Native Plant Garden Tour
Members will tour this native plant garden originally developed by Conococheague Audubon members in 2005. This garden is a Penn State Extension certified Pollinator Friendly Garden consisting of about ⅓...
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Keystone Trails Association Webinar: The Underground Railroad of Central Pennsylvania
Keystone Trails Association Webinar: The Underground Railroad of Central Pennsylvania
With the Cumberland Valley being an historic gateway of travel, it became a natural route for freedom-seekers trying to make their way north. However, the area they would enter was...
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4 events,
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER “SOAR” Bird Walks
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER “SOAR” Bird Walks
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks find birding enthusiasts Sharon and Larry Williams of Waynesboro leading the walks along the hiking trails at varying locations throughout the area....
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through August 30, with the exception of May...
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Summer Saturday Herp Hike
Summer Saturday Herp Hike
Head out on a hike through the woods with Buttonwood educators as we look for reptiles and amphibians. Learn about different adaptations that these classes of animals have made to...
2 events,
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Underground Railroad Hike
Underground Railroad Hike
Hike into the history of the Underground Railroad and the anti-slavery movement in Southern Lancaster County through the Lancaster Conservancy's Fishing Creek Nature Preserve. Close to the Mason Dixon Line, we'll walk the old road and ford the creek three times as we trace a path of emancipation for Freedom Seekers who crossed the Susquehanna on...
Yoga on the Terrace
Yoga on the Terrace
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is...
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Art in the Park: Summer Art Camp SESSION ONE Begins
Art in the Park: Summer Art Camp SESSION ONE Begins
This is our fourth year offering this one-week art immersion program designed to inspire students to creative expression through visual art. PLEASE NOTE: This program takes place from June 23-27. Session two will take place from July 7-11. In an outdoor park setting surrounded by nature, students spend a full week exploring and creating with...
$225
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Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Slackpack II- Northern Section
Join us to hike the northern section of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail (appx 41 miles.) The registration fee includes three days of guided hikes, shuttles to and from the lodging and trail, three breakfasts, three lunches and lodging in Ligonier at Thistledown Inn. A full "what to bring" list will be provided to registrants....
2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge
2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge
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
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Bay Supper Fundraiser 2025
Bay Supper Fundraiser 2025
The Bay Supper is the most important fundraiser of the year for Buttonwood Nature Center. In 2025 we mark our 28th year of this popular event. Here’s an event that’s definitely all it’s cracked up to be! Members, friends, and families come together to support Buttonwood with a fabulous evening of food, fun, and frolic featuring...
$100
Dickinson College: Summer Music Series
Dickinson College: Summer Music Series
Join us for a Friday evening on the farm featuring live music and our famous artisan wood-fired farm pizza! Ticket includes a personal pizza and additional certified organic farm-fresh sides. Our pizzas...
$32
4 events,
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play at the Nature Classroom
Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through August 30, with the exception of May...
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Summer Saturday: Birding for Beginners
Summer Saturday: Birding for Beginners
Are you new to birding but want to learn? Join Buttonwood educators as we delve into the basics of birding. You’ll learn how to use binoculars properly when birding and...
$5
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Schimmel Wood Carving Expo
Schimmel Wood Carving Expo
Friends of Historic Heishman’s Mill is hosting a demonstration and expo of regional wood carvers in the Folk Art Tradition of Wilhelm Schimmel, an itinerant folk art wood carver who...
3 events,
Yoga on the Terrace
Yoga on the Terrace
Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is...
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Appalachian Trail Arts & Culture Festival
Appalachian Trail Arts & Culture Festival
This event will feature authors, artists, poets, musicians, and storytellers. Join us for discussions, readings, exhibits, demonstrations of artists at work, a chance to interact with cultural figures, and opportunities...
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1 event,
Little Learners
Little Learners
The Little Learners program includes hands-on outdoor engagement with the natural world in a safe learning environment. Each lesson will include storytime, an activity, and something to take home. This program is age-appropriate for children 2 - 4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited space available. Registration is required. Please register...
1 event,
1 event,
WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks
WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) 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 required! For...