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  • National Take a Hike Day

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

    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!

    Free
  • Hammonds Rocks Veteran’s Day Hike

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

    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.

  • An Evening of Jazz

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

    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...

    $55
  • Pennsylvania Songbirds Educator Workshop

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

    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...

    $20
  • Owls of Pennsylvania

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

    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...

  • Trail Work Volunteer Days

    Trail Work Volunteer Days

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

    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...

  • 2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge

    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
  • Yoga on the Terrace

    Yoga on the Terrace

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

    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...

  • Orienteering for Beginners

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

    Orienteering is the skill of finding your way using a map and compass. Join members of Delaware Valley Orienteering Association to discover more about this sport. 10 AM - 11 AM: Skills will be covered in class 11 AM - 12 PM: Head outside to complete a beginner orienteering course. Rain or shine! Dress for...

    $5
  • An Evening of Jazz

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

    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. Find more information and purchase...

    $55
  • Women in the Wild

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

    We are excited to once again offer our Women in the Wild event this fall with many new session topics to choose from! $115/person Includes: Evening accommodations available on site or locally at additional cost. Sessions Offered: For more information call 717-486-3799 *Anyone who identifies as a woman, sometimes or always, regardless of assignment at...

    $115
  • Kings Gap Girl Scouts Love State Parks

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

    Girl Scouts of all ages are welcome to spend the afternoon at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center to complete activities for the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge. Registration is required HERE.

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