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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...
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 work, painting blazes, drainage work, tree work, trail surfacing, installing bridges, etc. SaturdaysMeet at 9 AM > Locations vary; sign up for more info and meeting...
Be a night owl at Kings Gap! Learn about the many owls that call PA home and the 25+ year saw-whet owl research project at the park. Licensed banders will monitor the mist nets. If an owl is caught during the program, the banding process will be demonstrated on a live bird. In case of...
It's not just students who get to begin a new season of learning, but educators get to do that too! Join us for an educator workshop featuring the newly revised Pennsylvania Songbirds curriculum & activity guide. PA Songbirds is a hands-on, interdisciplinary K-8 educators’ resource and activity guide with over 40 lessons, pre-made student sheets, and organizers that...
Join the Friends of Kings Gap in the beautiful Cameron-Masland Mansion for an outstanding evening of entertainment and refreshment. The Steve Rudolf Trio will present jazz at its finest as you enjoy wine, cheese and hors d'oeuvres. Proceeds benefit Kings Gap Environmental Education Center. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more info visit www.friendsofkingsgap.org or call...
On this day to honor Veterans, join us for a challenging 5.5 miles hike to Hammonds Rocks, a fascinating rocky outcropping with a view! Families of veterans are welcome to attend. Recommended for age 12+ Bring snack, water, and lunch. Service dogs welcome. Meet at the Education Building.
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by taking a hike! We will be walking about 2 miles on the Watershed Trail which is mostly flat. Please wear bright orange, sturdy hiking shoes, and be prepared for the weather!
Inspired by America’s 250th birthday, enter the charm of traditional holiday décor at the Cameron-Masland Mansion, a mountain stone villa built in 1908. Sponsored by the Friends of Kings Gap, enjoy music of the season and holiday treats as you stroll through the historic mansion. All ages welcome.
This Hiking Series is an opportunity to get some fresh air while socializing (if desired😊), reflect on some quotes of wisdom from those who came before, and have fun! All are welcome, including leashed pets. Jan 8 & 19 will be an out and back to an overlook. Feb 5 & 16 will be a...
Interested in doing your part toward sustainability? Do you have a garden, orchard, or enjoy planting? Raising honeybees can increase your yield 10-fold. Cornell Master Beekeeper Tiffany Ayres has over 20 years experience. This class helps “newbee” beekeepers get started and retain shared knowledge to apply to their own bees. In this classroom course you...
Join us this winter for Project FeederWatch at Kings Gap! This community science project collects data on birds visiting feeders in the winter. Enjoy hot tea, cocoa, or coffee while we spend some time in the Education Building watching our birdfeeders and collecting count data. Beginners and experienced birders welcome! No registration required for this...
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!...
