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 […]

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Event Series Paddling Meet-Up with PFBC

Paddling Meet-Up with PFBC

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

These social gatherings are for anyone interested in learning more about the basics of kayaking, canoeing, or paddleboarding safety. PA Fish and Boat Commission staff provide all equipment and instruction for FREE. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration […]

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Evening Bird Walk

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

Join the park naturalist on an evening 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. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.  Meet at the Hayfields in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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DiscoverE Kids Program: Nocturnal Raptors

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

Children ages 9-12 will be learning about our amazing night raptors. Children must be accompanied by an adult! Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.  Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

FREE

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 by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.  Meet at the Park Office […]

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Meet Smokey Bear

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

Learn about fire prevention and how we fight wildfires in Pennsylvania. You will have an opportunity to get your picture with Smokey. 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

DiscoverE Kids Program: Nocturnal Raptors

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

Children ages 5-8 will be learning about our amazing night raptors. Children must be accompanied by an adult! Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.  Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.

FREE
Event Series Compass Course

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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Event Series Compasses, Maps, and You!

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

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 by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.  Meet at the Park Office […]

FREE

Backyard Bass

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

Come to the Lake Jean Beach to learn the basics of casting by fishing for targets. Fun for all ages! Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information. Lake Jean Beach in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

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Pennsylvania Bald Eagles

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 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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