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Various local parks will offer programs that folks may be interested in attending. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The programs may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or community guidelines.
Fall Foliage Hike
WOODWARD -- Looking for an invigorating fall hike? Want to really experience those changing colors and falling leaves? Join the Poe Paddy State Park naturalist on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 10 a.m., for a 4 mile hike up Poe Paddy Drive to see the spectacle of changing colors from two beautiful views Bald Eagle State Forest has to offer. We'll talk about how and why these leaves change, while others don't, on our way up, with a short break and story at Ingleby View, before we begin our descent back to Poe Paddy.
The hike is of moderate difficulty, but long. Plan for this hike to last about three hours, so please wear comfortable footwear, bring water and a little snack to enjoy at the views! And remember to wear orange or bright colors as we are in hunting season.
Punkin' Chunkin'
HOWARD --Howard Volunteer Fire Company's PUNKIN' CHUNKIN' Fall Festival has fun, food and flying pumpkins! Come on Saturday, Oct. 17, to spend an autumn day at Bald Eagle State Park. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be multiple pumpkin launchers, food concessions, craft vendors and much more! Parking and admission are FREE!! This event is fun for all ages. The event takes place throughout the entire Beach Area. Donations benefit the Howard Volunteer Fire Company.
Autumn Clean-up
MIFFLINBURG -- Join the Friends of R. B. Winter State Park for our Annual Autumn Clean Up of Rt 192 on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. until noon. We will meet at the Environmental Learning Center at 9 a.m. and break up into groups for the cleanup. The Friends will be providing gloves, trash bags and safety vests. Make sure to bring a water bottle and weather appropriate clothing. As we'll be working in areas of grass along the edges of the road, insect repellent and checking for ticks afterwards is highly recommended!
CCC at Little Pine
WATERVILLE -- Join the Little Pine State Park naturalist on Saturday, Oct. 24, and learn about the work the Civilian Conservation Corps did in the 1930's and 1940's in the area, the culture in these camps and how it prepared some to be well-disciplined World War II veterans. The program begins at 3 p.m. Meet at the amphitheater.
Night Hike: Legends
and Lore
MIFFLINBURG -- Join the RB Winter State Park naturalist on Friday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m., for a guided night hike with a spooky twist! While walking the Rapid Run Nature Trail (1.09-mile), we will be stopping periodically to listen to short stories on local legends and lore. While this hike is fairly easy and recommended for all-ages, there may be tripping hazards (roots, rocks, holes, etc) in the dark. We recommend bringing flashlights (covered with red-tape to protect night-vision).