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Berks Nature Summer Camps

Please note, all registration must be done online. Secure your child’s place and register them today through our easy, online portal! Prices listed are per camper, per week, and reflect the extension activities …Read More

Hawk Mountain Summer Camps

Our Summer Nature Camps, designed for youth entering grades 1 – 6, get kids outdoors, developing a deeper connection with the natural world through fun and educational activities. We provide a highly-trained …Read More

Accessible Birding in the Native Habitat Garden

Hawk Mountain Visitor Center 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton

In celebration of Birdability Week, join us for a fall birding experience at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, the first sanctuary for wild birds of prey. The outing will be guided through and around the …Read More

Plants Rule! Harvesting the Sun for Climate Solutions

Hershey Gardens Conservatory 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, PA, United States

Biological processes are important in reaching a carbon-negative future that reduces greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. Penn State University's Dr. Tom Richard will help us understand the amazing ability of living plants …Read More

Owloween

Hawk Mountain Education Building

Celebrate Owloween on the Mountain with creepy crawly cold-blooded creatures - slithery, slimy, and lots of legs! Learn all about owls and even meet one up close. Enter our Costume Contest for a …Read More

$7.00

Volunteers in Land Management and the Reason Why

NOTE: this is an online program only.  To receive the link for this Zoom webinar, register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q5Gs3KaISnGLSxozME0RNg Land protection is essential for biodiversity conservation, water quality protection, and climate resilience.  The work …Read More

Help Track Wildflower Bloom on the Ridge

Kernsville Dam Recreation Area 25 Kernsville Dam Rd, Hamburg, PA 19526, Hamburg, PA

This spring, Berks Nature is joining the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) to track the spring wildflower bloom along the Kittatinny Ridge/Blue Mountain as part of a community science project studying climate change. …Read More

Raptors Over The Ridge

Middle Creek Visitors Center 100 Museum Rd, Newmanstown, PA, United States

Join us to learn about the history of Hawk Mountain and our raptor point count survey. We will explore the intricate landscape of the Kittatinny Ridge and how it funnels thousands of …Read More

SOLO Wilderness First Responder Recertification

This 2-day course recertifies current SOLO Wilderness First Responders, refocusing on the fundamentals and running students through many scenarios. This 16-hour intensive provides a review of the following: response and assessment; musculoskeletal …Read More

$250.00

Summer Native Plant Sale

Manada Conservancy Native Plant Nursery 328 N. Crawford Road, Grantville, PA, United States

Featuring keystone and summer-blooming perennials as well as ferns, shrubs, and trees. For full list visit Manada Conservancy's website. Merchandise and gifts will be available for purchase as well. This event is …Read More

Junior Explorer Nature Walks

Lehigh Gap Nature Center 8844 Paint Mill Road, Slatington, United States

Description: Young explorers of all ages are invited to discover the cool critters of LGNC this summer! Each family-fun nature walk will meet at LGNC’s Osprey House. Kids will learn to use insect …Read More

Lehigh Gap Ecology Hike

Lehigh Gap Nature Center 8844 Paint Mill Road, Slatington, United States

Description: On this 2.2-mile hike through the Lehigh Gap, learn how LGNC brought life back to a once barren and polluted mountainside! We will stop along the way to enjoy the diverse ecosystem …Read More

International Vulture Awareness Day

Hawk Mountain Visitor Center 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton

Trail fee applies for Non-members. Live vulture program at 2 pm! Hawk Mountain loves to observe, study, and learn more about vulture species here and around the world. Join us in celebrating …Read More

Wee Ones Walk: The Very Quiet Cricket

Hawk Mountain Visitor Center 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton

$10.00  $7.00 for Members Limited to 15 participants. Joins us for a read-along of Eric Carle’s colorful book The Very Quiet Cricket! After learning all about interesting insects, meet a large, LIVE, and friendly …Read More

Summer Native Plant Sale

Manada Conservancy Native Plant Nursery 328 N. Crawford Road, Grantville, PA, United States

Featuring keystone and summer-blooming perennials as well as ferns, shrubs, and trees. For full list visit Manada Conservancy's website. Merchandise and gifts will be available for purchase as well. This event is …Read More

Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Returns Sept 10!

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Amphitheater (ADA accessible) 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton, PA, United States

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and the Gabriel Chamber Ensemble have partnered to share the healing powers of music and nature with a second annual Music on the Mountain performance, featuring classical selections held during the …Read More

Iron Master’s Challenge

On Sunday, September 25th, hundreds of runners will converge on the rugged terrain at Pine Grove Furnace State Park for the region's premier 15K and 50K Trail Race! Don't miss this opportunity …Read More

Immersion in Nature

Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory At Hershey Gardens 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, PA, United States

You can improve your heart health, reduce your risk of cancer, and gain a better overall sense of well-being by spending time in nature.  Shinrin-yoku (or forest bathing) is a traditional Japanese …Read More