Event Series Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour

Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Discover where the lumber town of Ricketts used to stand and learn some history along the way. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray. This area has ticks. We will meet at the Visitor Center to watch From Woodchips to Sawdust, and then we will drive out to the site. […]

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Homeschool Day for Grades 7th-12th 

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

This program is for homeschool or cyber school families with children in grades 7-12. We will be learning about soil, and how soil health impacts the environment. Bring your lunch. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.

FREE

Compasses, Maps, and You!

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Learn how to use compasses and maps. Materials provided. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

FREE

Compass Course

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Put your compass skills to the test by navigating our compass course. Materials provided. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

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Hike for National Trails Day

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Participate in National Trails Day by joining the park naturalist in hiking the Little Cherry Run Loop Trail to see our hidden gem waterfall. This is a 6-mile moderate hike. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Park and meet at Beach Lot #2 by the bulletin board closest to the road […]

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Full Moon Astronomy

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Learn about our moon and take a closer look with our telescope. Registration required by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.

FREE

Homeschool Day for Grades 7th-12th 

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

This program is for homeschool or cyber school families with children in grades 7-12. We will be learning about soil, and how soil health impacts the environment. Bring your lunch. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.

FREE

Bird Basics

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Stop by the Amphitheater to learn birding basics and find out which ones are common in the park. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Park and meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

FREE
Event Series Bird Walk with Doug Gross

Bird Walk with Doug Gross

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Doug Gross, retired PA Game Commission biologist and eBird coordinator, will guide us on a bird walk in the woods and shrub lands of Ricketts Glen State Park. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray and binoculars. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Meet at the […]

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Nature Story

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Bring your children to the Amphitheater to enjoy a nature themed story and participate in an activity, game, or craft. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Earth Day Everyday

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Celebrate Earth Day every day by joining us at Lake Jean Beach where experts from various fields of conservation will educate you on what can be done to protect the natural resources. Hands-on activities for all ages! Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information. Park at Beach Lot #2 and go to […]

FREE

Homeschool Day for Grades 7th-12th 

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

This program is for homeschool or cyber school families with children in grades 7-12. We will be learning about soil, and how soil health impacts the environment. Bring your lunch. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.

FREE