Peeking at Planets

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

Discover the night sky with our telescope as we observe the stars and planets. Bring a flashlight. Check for cancelation on events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park. 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.

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Sunset Paddle

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

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.

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Intro to Kayaking

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

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 Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen ...

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Translating Topo Maps

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

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.

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Discover Ricketts Hike

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

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.  

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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. 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.  

FREE

Discover Ricketts Hike

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

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 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. 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 Park Office ...

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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. 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 Park Office ...

FREE

Geology Talk and Walk

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

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 the Visitor Center in Ricketts ...

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Wisdom in the Woods

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

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 your own water and a ...

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Discover Ricketts Hike

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

Hiking the Old Bulldozer Road Trail to see Valley View. This is a 5-mile advanced hike. Bring bug spray and water. 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 Rt. 118 Trailhead Parking Lot in Ricketts Glen State Park.

FREE

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