Wildflower Walk with Dr. Chamuris

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

Dr. George Chamuris, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Bloomsburg University, will lead a walk looking for and identifying spring wildflowers and other plants along the Lower Falls Trail. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring water and bug spray. 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 […]

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PA Trees Hike for Native Species Day

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

Celebrate Native Species Day by learning about the native trees that grow along the Evergreen Trail. This is a 1-mile moderate hike. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Park and meet at the Evergreen Parking Lot off of Rt. 118 in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

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Sound Bath with Amy

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

Amy Houseknecht is offering a Sound Bath at the Visitor Center. Come join us to explore how energy waves positively affect the mind and body on a cellular level. Participants will leave feeling refreshed and renewed. Bring a blanket or towel. 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. Visitor […]

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Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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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Pennsylvania Bald Eagles

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

Learn about our national symbol and how they came back from the brink of extinction. 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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Yoga on the Beach

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

Join yoga instructor, Tawnia Converse, for a morning yoga session on Lake Jean Beach. No experience required and bring your own mat or towel. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780. Lake Jean Beach in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour

Ricketts Glen State Park 685 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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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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