Friday, July 17
Trail of New Giants:3:30 p.m. – Lou and Helen Adams CCC Museum – A “Get Outdoors PA” Program
Come take this 1-mile trail through a forest that is rebuilding following a tornado that destroyed it 24 years ago.We’ll take the more-difficult spur to a beautiful vista overlooking the lake and surrounding forests.Bring along some water, and wear shoes appropriate for hiking, there may be a couple of wet spots.
Pennsylvania Elk:8:45 p.m. – Campground Amphitheater
They are one of the most viewed wildlife in Pennsylvania.But their history has not always been glamorous.Learn about these magnificent creatures and how they survive.You’ll see how wildlife officials in Pennsylvania study and make decisions regarding the management of our unique elk herd.
Saturday, July 18
Children’s Hour:10:30 a.m. – Campground Amphitheater
Are the kids bored with no Saturday morning TV?Forget that little screen and send the kids to learn about the outdoors and all that can be found here.Games, crafts, and/or other activities will allow them to gain a new appreciation for the natural world.
Learn to Kayak:1 p.m. – behind Beach House – A “Get Outdoors PA” Program
Kayaking has become incredibly popular.Come discover why.Bring your own kayak, or borrow one of the limited number of park kayaks, paddles, and PFD’s.We’ll learn the basics of what a kayak is, the different types of equipment, paddling techniques, safety, and more.
Timber Rattlesnake:8:45 p.m. – Campground Amphitheater
Our native timber rattlesnakes receive a very bad reputation.However, the ways in which these creatures live and survive is incredible.Come learn more about this unique animal’s place in the ecosystem and why so much that you think you know about them is actually false.
Sunday, July 19
Parker Dam Bike Tour:11 a.m. – outside Park Office – A “Get Outdoors PA” Program
Do you know your way around Parker Dam?Even if you think that you do, come along on a bike ride through the park to learn where things are, but more importantly why and how they got there. Any type of bike will be able to make the journey along mostly paved roads.Participants under 12 must wear a helmet, to comply with state law.Everyone is encouraged to wear a helmet for safety’s sake.
Lou and Helen Adams CCC Museum:Open to the public– 1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
GPS Basics:2 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom – A “Get Outdoors PA” Program
Many outdoors-people now own a GPS unit.If you’d like to get familiar with its functions, or would like to give one a try, come borrow one of the park’s units (first come, first served) or bring your own GPS unit and learn.We’ll go outside and take a short walk, so please dress accordingly.
*You can find more information about state park programs and special events by logging on to the Bureau of State Parks website at www.VisitPAParks.com , and clicking on “Calendar”.
“The primary purpose of Pennsylvania State Parks is to provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and serve as outdoor classrooms for environmental education.”
Access for People with Disabilities
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks:
888-PA-PARKS(voice)
717-558-2710(local or international voice)
888-537-7294(TTY)
717-558-2711(local or international TTY)
711 (AT&T Relay Services)