Bald Eagle
HOWARD - Bald Eagle State Park would like to announce the following park programs open to the public. All programs are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on park programs, contact the Environmental Education Specialist, Nick Thomas, at (814) 625-2775.
Saturday, March 31
Nature Inn Green Building Tour and Discussion
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
Join the Innkeeper or park staff for a tour of the Nature Inn in-cluding a detailed explanation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the major green building systems. Learn about geothermal heating and cooling, solar hot water heat generation, rainwater harvesting, native habitat restoration and the use of rain gardens during this behind the scenes visit.
Meet at the Nature Inn lobby.
Friday, April 13, 2012
The Butterfly Guy - Rick Mikula
7:00 PM-8 PM
You will be spellbound and amazed at his fast-paced and high-energy performances. Rick's slide programs will not only show the beauty of butterflies that he has found on his rainforest tours but also the wonderful creatures that wait right outside your door. Program is free, but requires pre-registration to save your spot! Pre-register by calling the park office.
Meet at the Nature Inn Multi-purpose room.
Saturday,
April 21, 2012
Nature Inn Green Building Tour and Discussion
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Join the Innkeeper or park staff for a tour of the Nature Inn, including a detailed explanation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the major green building systems.
]Learn about geothermal heating and cooling, solar hot water heat generation, rainwater harvesting, native habitat restoration and the use of rain gardens during this behind the scenes visit.
Meet at the Nature Inn lobby.
Little Pine
WATERVILLE - The following programs will be taking place at Little Pine State Park. For more information, contact John Kaercher at (570) 753-6000.
Thursday, April 19
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
A Project Learning Tree seminar
This will be open to educators in the IU 17, (Blast), IU 9 (Seneca Highlands), IU 10 (Central), and IU 16 (Central Susquehanna), geographical areas who teach at grade levels K - 8.
Participants who complete the seminar will receive the Project Learning Tree activity guide and other related materials. Participants will also receive 6.0 hours for Act 48.
There is a $15.00 fee for this seminar, and pre-registration is required. The minimum registration for this seminar is 10, and the maximum is 15.
Registration is now open, on a first-come, first- served basis. Participants should dress for the outdoors and bring a bag lunch.
Sinnemahoning
AUSTIN - Come to Sinnemahoning State Park and enjoy the following activities. The park is surrounded by Elk State Forest and is located in Austin, Cameron County. For more information on the following events, contact park naturalist Jackie Flynn or Janet Colwell at (814) 647-8401.
R.B. Winter
MIFFLINBURG - The following activities will take place at R.B. Winter State Park. For more information, call Environmental Education Specialist MaryAnn Bierly at (570) 966-1455. Most programs are free unless an equipment rental fee is specified.
Kettle Creek
RENOVO - All programs at Kettle Creek will begin at the Nature Center in the lower campground, unless otherwise noted. All ages are welcome (except those listed as age specific). Parents, please accompany children under 10 to share the fun. On hikes, insect repellent is suggested. Contact the park naturalist, Ian Loewen, at (570) 923-6034 or by email at KettlecreekEE@state.pa.us for more information.
Ole Bull
CROSS FORK - All programs at Ole Bull will begin at the amphitheater unless otherwise noted. All ages are welcome (except those listed as age specific). Parents, please accompany children under 10 to share the fun. On hikes, insect repellent is suggested. Contact the park naturalist, Ian Loewen, at (570) 923-6034 for more information. The Ole Bull park office phone number is (814) 435-5000.
Hyner Run
HYNER - Come to Hyner Run State Park and enjoy the following activities. Any questions, please call the office at (570) 753-6000, or email John Kaercher at littlepinesp@state.pa.us.
Black Moshannon
PHILIPSBURG - The following activities will be taking place at Black Moshannon, located nine miles east of Philipsburg on PA Route 504 in Centre County. For information on any activities, email blackmoshannonsp@state.pa.us or call the park office at (814) 342-5960.
Ricketts Glen
BENTON - The following activities will take place at Ricketts Glen State Park, located on State Route 487 in Benton, Luzerne County. For more information, contact Judy Adamic at 477-7780.
