Intro to Kayaking

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

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 Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen […]

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Kayak Lake Jean

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Join us for a leisurely paddle on Lake Jean to enjoy the last day of May. 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 Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen State Park.    

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Bat Count Story for Kids

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Bring your children to the Amphitheater to listen to the story, Bat Count, 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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Compasses, Maps, and You!

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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.

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Compass Course

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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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Animal Tracks

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Come to the Amphitheater and learn how to identify common animal tracks you may find in the park. 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 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Participate in National Trails Day by joining the park naturalist in hiking the Highland Trail and Bear Walk Trail to see F.L.Ricketts Falls. This is a 3.5-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 in […]

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Nature Story

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

Bring your children to the Amphitheater to enjoy a 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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Bird Basics

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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.

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Bird Walk with Doug Gross

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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. We will also practice coding birds for the PA Bird Atlas. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or […]

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Tremendous Trees

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 State Route 487, Benton, PA, United States

 Learn how to identify the trees that grow in our park. 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 685 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 […]

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