Educational
Tennis Camp (ages 9-11)
Coleman Memorial ParkTennis camp for ages 9-11 at Coleman Memorial Park.
Mt. Gretna – Painting Mandala Stones
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaMandala Stones are meditative symbols that are created by painting smooth river rocks with intricate patterns of dots. The art and practice of creating the mandala is a form of meditation, a soothing ritual that allows the painter to express creativity and find a sense of calmness. Barb Kleinfelter and Patty Gokey will instruct. Children […]
Traditional Cherry Fair & Early American Craft Show
Alexander Schaeffer Farm Schaefferstown, PA, United StatesHistoric Schaefferstown presents the Traditional Cherry Fair & Early American Craft Show Since the 1700's, the Schaefferstown Cherry Fair has thrilled guests. During this event at the historic Schaeffer Farm, visitors can enjoy skilled artisans, entertainment, demonstrations, food, games, and the Museum Store. Schaeffer House and Garden will be open for self-guided tours. […]
Tennis Camp (ages 12-14)
Coleman Memorial ParkTennis camp for ages 9-11 at Coleman Memorial Park.
Tours of Regal Fritillary Butterfly Habitat – Fort Indiantown Gap
Fort Indiantown GapTour the habitat of a rare butterfly at Fort Indiantown Gap. Tours are free but advance registration is required. Other animal and plant species will be pointed out during the tour and visitors are encouraged to dress appropriately and to bring along water, as there is little to no shade on the tour route. Tours […]
Mt Gretna 5th Annual Photo Scavenger Hunt
See how many places you can identify this month in Mount Gretna. Clue sheet and details can be downloaded starting July 1st at pachautauqua.info or check our Facebook page or stop by the Visitors Center. Answers on or about July 30.
Tours of Regal Fritillary Butterfly Habitat – Fort Indiantown Gap
Fort Indiantown GapTour the habitat of a rare butterfly at Fort Indiantown Gap. Tours are free but advance registration is required. Other animal and plant species will be pointed out during the tour and visitors are encouraged to dress appropriately and to bring along water, as there is little to no shade on the tour route. Tours […]
Tours of Regal Fritillary Butterfly Habitat – Fort Indiantown Gap
Fort Indiantown GapTour the habitat of a rare butterfly at Fort Indiantown Gap. Tours are free but advance registration is required. Other animal and plant species will be pointed out during the tour and visitors are encouraged to dress appropriately and to bring along water, as there is little to no shade on the tour route. Tours […]
Tours of Regal Fritillary Butterfly Habitat – Fort Indiantown Gap
Fort Indiantown GapTour the habitat of a rare butterfly at Fort Indiantown Gap. Tours are free but advance registration is required. Other animal and plant species will be pointed out during the tour and visitors are encouraged to dress appropriately and to bring along water, as there is little to no shade on the tour route. Tours […]
Afternoon Garden Tea
Alexander Schaeffer Farm Schaefferstown, PA, United StatesEnjoy the Heirloom Garden at the farm, see a presentation on Natural Dyes from Plants by Suzanne Fry. Plus, learn about edible and medicinal plants, and organic gardening. Books, seeds and refreshments offered. Fee: $5.00 suggested donation
Middle Creek – PA Elk: Celebrating 100 Years of Conservation
Pennsylvania Elk: Celebrating 100 years of Conservation at the visitor center at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Middle Creek – Raptors Over the Ridge
Middle Creek Visitors Center 100 Museum Rd, Stevens, PA, United StatesRaptors Over the Ridge at the visitor center at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Young Villagers Colonial Workshop
Alexander Schaeffer Farm Schaefferstown, PA, United StatesHistoric Schaefferstown presents - Young Villagers Colonial Workshop Children entering grades 4-7 can learn about early America. Get hands-on experience with flax, fraktur art, tin punching, wooden toys, cornhusk dolls, penny rugs, honey making, cooking, baking, and farm nature walks.
WWII Encampment
Alexander Schaeffer Farm Schaefferstown, PA, United StatesHistoric Schaefferstown presents - WWII Weekend The Farm becomes a World War II infantry encampment. Live battle re-enactments, displays, demos, and tours of the bivouac areas. Restrooms and food available.
Peacemaking Through Music
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaInnovative Elizabethtown College Professor Kevin Shorner-Johnson applies his interests in ethics, spirituality and peace building to music, the universal language. Explore modern examples of music speaking the universal language of peace in prisons, at the U.S.-Mexico border and restoring ecologies.
Cornwall Iron Furnace – Lecture
Virtual"The Battle of Brandywine" by Mike Harris
Middle Creek – Waterfowl Banding
Middle Creek Visitors Center 100 Museum Rd, Stevens, PA, United StatesWaterfowl Banding - not just map making at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Middle Creek – Plant Identification & Habitat Walk
Middle Creek Visitors Center 100 Museum Rd, Stevens, PA, United StatesPlant Identification and Habitat Walk at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Union Canal Tunnel Park 25th Street & Union Canal Dr., Lebanon, PA, United States
Join Cocoa Kayaks for a unique opportunity to paddle the oldest transportation tunnel in the United States! Kayak a location that kayakers are not normally allowed to go during this one-of-a-kind experience! The Lebanon Historical Society will be sharing history information about the tunnel!
Kayak Tours of Union Canal Tunnel
Union Canal Tunnel Park 25th Street & Union Canal Dr., Lebanon, PA, United StatesJoin Cocoa Kayaks for a unique opportunity to paddle the oldest transportation tunnel in the United States! Kayak a location that kayakers are not normally allowed to go during this one-of-a-kind experience! The Lebanon Historical Society will be sharing history information about the tunnel!