Pine Hill Recreation Area

Fun outside day for kids to include hikes, StoryWalk®, hands-on activities and partnered stations. Happening at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, PA. Free admission. This fun event features a variety of workshops, demonstrations, activities, exhibits, and entertainment throughout the day. Professional guest performers are always exciting, entertaining and fun! Find more information HERE.

Held at Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.Our guided walks along the StoryWalk® trail continue… In the Garden Who’s been here? By Lindsay Barrett George Occurring during the Earth Day event the StoryWalk® will be from 1:30 to 2:30. After the walk, participants will get to paint a small pot and plant a seed in...

Join Buttonwood as we celebrate spring with our 2026 Earth Celebration Day!Earth, Art, Music & Community—All in One Celebration! Yard Sale Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Earth Celebration from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. FOOD TRUCKS—J&M BBQ and Grillbilly’s Smoke Wagon LIVE MUSIC! The Celtic band Across The Pond will be performing from 12:00 to 3:00...

Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art. Your throw-aways may be just what someone else is looking for. Make some extra cash for yourself, your family, or your organization. Buttonwood Nature Center, home...

The book for February is The Hat by Jan Brett, a delightfully original companion book to Jan Brett’s bestseller The Mitten. We will take a walk and read The Hat by Jan Brett, followed by a warm winter’s fire accompanied by s’mores and hot cocoa. There will also be hand-crocheted children’s hats available while supplies...

Our fifth annual Pumpkins and Pippins fall festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 18 from noon to 4 p.m. A fundraiser for Buttonwood, the festival includes a full slate of activities and fun for all ages, including a ‘kid zone’ with yard games, a StoryWalk® hike & activity, a photo stand and more. Pony rides for...

Join Buttonwood Nature Center with NASA and people all over the world as we celebrate the moon. Participants will learn all about the moon’s features and phases. Weather-permitting, participants will also have a chance to observe the moon with the Tri-State Astronomers. International Observe the Moon night is a free event open for all who...

Join Buttonwood for an evening with the fireflies! The evening will begin with a lantern-lighted walk along the trails as we read Fireflies, Fireflies, Light my Way by Jonathan London. After the story, we will convene at the fire pit for some summer s’mores! Inspired by a Native American lullaby, Fireflies, Fireflies, Light my Way is a...

You’re invited to Smokey Bear’s 81st Birthday Celebration. Since 1944, Smokey Bear has taught millions of Americans about their role in preventing wildfires. Experience his story and learn about the importance of fire safety as you enjoy some birthday s’mores around the campfire. Register and find more information HERE.

Become a skull detective! You’ll be surprised at what you can learn about animals just by looking at their skull. For example, you can learn about a deer’s role as a prey species, or a coyote’s diet, or even how a beaver makes its lodge. Grab your magnifying glass as we use our detective skills...

A day of creativity and learning new skills. In the morning, students learn skills with textiles and create special items to take home. Afternoon nature activities include a hike and nature craft.  In the morning (9–noon), students learn both wet and dry felting techniques, followed by weaving—creating their own pot holder on a special loom....

Learn about different animal tracks, scat, and other signs you might find in the woods. Then put that knowledge to the test on a hike as we search for evidence of the many critters living at Pine Hill, such as deer, birds, insects, and other critters. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes. Register HERE.