PENFIELD – Officials at the Parker Dam State Park have announced the list of programs for the month of February at Parker Dam.
Saturday, Feb. 6
Learn to Cross-country Ski:
10 a.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
You can learn how to enjoy this winter sport with the whole family. You will learn why the cross-country skis work the way they do, how to get strapped onto the proper-sized equipment, and then go outside to practice turns, falling down, getting back up and various techniques to get you started. Equipment is available for both adults and kids (limited number and sizes). Dress appropriately for being active outdoors.
Sunday, Feb. 7
Learn to Cross-country Ski
1 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
Saturday, Feb. 13
Learn to Ice Skate
10 a.m. – Beach House
You will learn the basics of getting around on the ice and being more confident on skates. For those without skates, there will be a large variety of equipment that you may borrow.
Learn to Cross-country Ski
1 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
Saturday, Feb. 20
Learn to Cross-country Ski:
10 a.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
Ice Fishing Basics
1 p.m. – Beach House
All the basics will be covered; dress warm. If 16 or older, bring along your 2016 license.
Sunday, Feb. 21
Learn to Cross-country Ski
1 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
Saturday, Feb. 27
Learn to Cross-country Ski:
10 a.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
The Ice Trade
2 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Early refrigeration relied not on electricity, but ice. Millions of tons of ice were cut from ponds and stored or shipped for use around the world. Come learn about the tools and methods of the ice trade from its beginning until its end in the early 20th century.
Sunday, Feb. 28
Learn to Cross-country Ski
1 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
Program Fee: $3 – all participants
Please see description from Saturday, Feb. 6.
Note on Winter Recreation: When conditions allow, a sled riding area and an ice skating rink are maintained at Parker Dam State Park. Check the “Parker Dam State Park” Facebook page, or the “Winter Report” at www.visitPAparks.com, to learn of snow and ice conditions and the availability of these facilities.