Join the park naturalist for an exploration of vernal pools in Swatara State Park! We’ll see what creatures are about and attempt to see some of the amphibians that are busy Springing into action ...Read More
We are excited to have Jacob from Don’t Tell the Bishop visit the farm with his roaming family-friendly comedy! Comedy show is at 6:15pm, but Jacob will be here the whole time. Baby Goat Snuggling and Corn Box included! Concession stand will be available for hot dogs, macaroni and cheese, baked goods, and drinks benefitting […]
Commemoration of Pennsylvania National Guardsmen rendezvousing in Mt. Gretna to train and muster out for the Spanish-American War-1898. Soldiers Field: Opening Ceremony, soldiers’ camp, maneuvers, and scavenger hunt Hall of Philosophy: Speakers, genealogy, displays, and food Event Schedule: ALL DAY Living Historians Camp Hastings (rain or shine) 9AM-4PM Scavenger Hunt for Kids and Adults 10AM […]
Visit Middle Creek at different times throughout the spring and summer and learn about archery during the free pop-up archery events! No prior experience is necessary to participate and instructors from the National Archery in the Schools Program will be on site to teach attendees proper technique, safety, and more! Equipment will be available to […]
All proceeds from the races support the Cedar Crest High School and Middle School Cross Country/ Track & Field Programs. Course Descriptions: (Begins at 8am, ages 13+) Triathlon: 300 yd. indoor pool swim/ 13 mi. bike/ 5K run Duathlon: 1.5 mi. run/ 13 mi. bike/ 5K run Aquabike: 300 yd. pool swim/ 13 mi. bike […]
"Join us for an interpretive hike at Swatara State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the Trout Run trailhead, follow the Moonshine Trail, connect to the Swatara Rail Trail and then follow the Appalachian Trail back to the Moonshine Trail- forming an approximately 2.5-mile intermediate loop. Please bring water!"