Are you curious about signs or messages found in the natural world? Join ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Suzann Schiemer, on a nature-based wellness and wisdom walk. Explore the wisdom found in the flora and fauna of Ricketts Glen State Park. You might even discover that Nature has something to say to you. Please bring […]
Simeon Suter, retired Geologist from the Pennsylvania Geological Survey will give a presentation on the “Geology of Waterfalls” at the Visitor Center. Then we will go on a geologic tour with some hiking and driving, so please wear sturdy boots! Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at […]
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. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and […]
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. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and […]
Hiking the Mountain Springs Trail. This is a 4-mile advanced hike. Wear fluorescent orange. Bring water, bug spray, and wear sturdy hiking boots. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at Beach Lot #2 by the bulletin board closest to the road in Ricketts Glen State […]
Learn about our moon and take a closer look with our telescope. Bring a flashlight! Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information. Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Hiking the Cherry Run Trail. This is a 5-mile moderate hike. Wear fluorescent orange. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at Beach Lot #2 by the bulletin board closest to the road in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Learn how to read land features, determine distance, and access these helpful maps when preparing for your hiking or hunting trip. Materials provided. Basic knowledge of compasses helpful but not required. 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.
Last one of the season! Here’s your chance to try kayaking! Participants will learn kayak terminology and basic paddle skills before heading out on the water. Ages 12 and up. Wear shorts and shoes that can get wet. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at the Western […]
Last one of the season! Join us for a leisurely paddle on Lake Jean to observe the sunset. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Park and meet at the Western Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Dr. George Chamuris, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Bloomsburg University, will talk about the ferns and clubmosses that grow at the park. Program will be presented using Microsoft Teams. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Virtual.
The drive-through will begin at 9:30 AM, starting at the Route 42 parking lot gate; the gate will remain open until 2:00 PM. Traffic will be restricted to one-way travel on the 8-mile Roaring Creek Trail and will exit at the Route 54 parking lot gate. All vehicles must exit the Roaring Creek Trail by […]
