Educational
Stream Study – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkCome explore the quality of our stream by looking at creatures that call it home! The park will provide strainers, containers, and magnifying glasses to view the creatures we find. We'll then talk about how our discoveries relate to the stream water, the lake, and the rest of the animals in and around Memorial Lake. […]
Archery Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaDo you enjoy shooting archery? Ever just wanted to try out archery? Come to the Middle Creek archery range at Willow Point and test your archery skills. This is a free event, and all equipment is provided. National Archery in Schools Program certified instructors will be on hand to get you started or help you […]
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Gretna Music 4 Kids – Gretna Music
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. Gretna
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!
Birding Walk – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a morning bird walk around Memorial Lake to see what feather friends live and are passing through our park. Whether you've never birded before or you're advanced, it's always more fun to bird with friends. ...Read More August 13th - Memorial Lake State Park August 24th - Swatara State Park
Intro to Kayaking – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkAre you new to kayaking and don't know where to begin? Come out and learn the basics of kayaking and what you need to know to recreate successfully at Memorial Lake State Park. ...Read More
Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show
Mt. GretnaART UNDER THE TREES Nationally ranked in Sunshine Magazine’s “200 Best”, the historic Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show takes place during the summer in Mt. Gretna, PA. Enjoy artwork and items hand-crafted from artisans all over the country and enjoy the beautiful, wooded splendor of Mt. Gretna! The 50th annual Mount Gretna Art Show, will […]
Fossil Frenzy: Digging Through PA’s Past – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkDid you know we have fossils right under our feet? Come learn about the types of fossils we find here at Swatara SP, how they were created, and what they can tell us about our past. Then we’ll try our hand as paleontologists and dig for some fossils in our tried-and-true fossil hill! ...Read More
Branching Out: Tree ID Basics – DCNR
Memorial Lake State Park"Trees are all around us - in fact, there are over 100 species found regularly in PA. But can you tell a spruce from a fir? How about a red maple from a sugar maple? Learn tips and tricks to ID'ing some of our common backyard trees using bark, leaves, and seeds and discover the […]
Full Moon Kayak – Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkWhat’s better than seeing the full moon? Watching it from the water! Come out to Memorial Lake for a night paddle and float while observing the night sky, nocturnal wildlife, and the dark! This is NOT an introduction to kayaking and so all participants are required to bring their own kayak, lifejacket, light, and whistle. Everyone […]
Archery Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaDo you enjoy shooting archery? Ever just wanted to try out archery? Come to the Middle Creek archery range at Willow Point and test your archery skills. This is a free event, and all equipment is provided. National Archery in Schools Program certified instructors will be on hand to get you started or help you […]
Salamander Safari – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State Park"The cool wet area around our creek is perfect salamander habitat, meet at the Trout Run trailhead for an evening salamander search! We’ll start the program by talking about these unique amphibians and what distinguishes them from other inhabitants our park, followed by a hunt along the forest floor to locate these illusive creatures. A […]
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!
Birding Walk – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a morning bird walk around Memorial Lake to see what feather friends live and are passing through our park. Whether you've never birded before or you're advanced, it's always more fun to bird with friends. ...Read More August 13th - Memorial Lake State Park August 24th - Swatara State Park
Fossil Frenzy: Digging Through PA’s Past – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkDid you know we have fossils right under our feet? Come learn about the types of fossils we find here at Swatara SP, how they were created, and what they can tell us about our past. Then we’ll try our hand as paleontologists and dig for some fossils in our tried-and-true fossil hill! ...Read More
Bordner Cabin Hike – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a 3-mile hike in the heart of Swatara State Park. The hike will begin at Sand Siding Rd. lot, follow Sand Siding Trail onto Bear Hole Trail, and make a stop at Bordner Cabin to talk about its unique history in our park. We'll then go back to Sand Siding […]
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!
Crossbow Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaThinking of hunting? Always wanted to shoot a crossbow? Come to the Middle Creek archery range at Middle Creek and try it out! PGC staff members will be on hand to assist and teach. All equipment is provided, and the event is free.