The following programs will be held at Nescopeck State Park. For more information or to register, please call 570-403-2006.
Wednesday, April 21
Move It Outside Day: Guided Hike; 6:00 PM
Celebrate Move It Outside Day with a leisurely walk in the park. The trail will be an easy 2-mile trek. Wear study shoes, bring water and a snack. We’ll take time to see which wildflowers are blooming, and the many other signs of spring that are sure to be found. Register by calling 570-403-2006. Free.
Saturday, April 24
Spring Into Action: Park Clean Up; 9:00 AM
It’s that time of year again … time to spruce up the park! This year help is needed with litter pick up, tree planting, and other various projects. Please register your group so we can plan projects accordingly, and specify if you’re bringing a group of younger helpers, such as scouts. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Register by calling 570-403-2006. Free
Saturday, April 24
Bird Study Merit Badge; 9:00 AM
Greater Wyoming Valley Audubon Society and Nescopeck State Park will partner to host a Bird Study Merit Badge program for area boy scouts. The session will include both indoor and outdoor instruction, including bird identification and song. An informational packet with pre-workshop badge requirements will be sent out prior to the session. Scouts may be able to complete all or most of their badge requirements during this one day session. Register by calling 570-403-2006. Free.
Sunday, April 25
Tree Planting at Hickory Run State Park; 9:00 AM
Join us at Hickory Run State Park for some tree planting - just in time for Arbor Day! Lunch will be provided, so plan on staying after all the hard work is done for a bite to eat and some friendly conversation with fellow tree planters and park staff. Gloves will be provided, but please dress appropriately (long pants, boots, etc.). All are welcome – just let us know the number of people attending and the ages of children when you register. Registration is required by calling 570-403-2006.
Saturday, May 1
Registration begins for DiscoverE Summer Camps; 9:00 AM
DiscoverE is a series of exciting programs for young people ages 4-17 provided by the PA Bureau of State Parks. Through hands-on explorations and fun outdoor recreational activities, participants will get an up-close look at the natural world. Outdoor Explorers (ages 6-8) is June 23-25; Penn’s Adventurers (ages 9-12) is July 27-30; Hide’n Seekers (ages 4-5) is August 11-13. A materials fee of $20 is assessed for each child. For more information, call 570-403-2006. Registration for camp is required.
Wednesday, May 5
Hide-N-Seekers Craft and Story Hour; 1:00 PM
Children ages 3-5 will explore nature through a story and activities at this interactive program. Dress warm and be prepared to go outside if weather permits. Registration is required by calling 570-403-2006. Free.
Saturday, May 8
Wildflower Walk; 10:00 AM
Join us at the Wood Frog Loop Trailhead (located along Honey Hole Road) for a short mile-long wildflower walk. We’ll search and learn to identify what’s in bloom as we go along. Bring your camera and wear sturdy shoes for this walk. Register by calling 570-403-2006. Free.
Saturday, May 8
Junior Bird Club Meeting; 1:00 PM
The Junior Bird Club is going on a field trip this month! Join us at Nay Aug Park in Scranton for the International Migratory Bird Day Festival. Many events for all ages will be going on throughout the day and the bird club will be facilitating a craft table, and will have information on the club and local state parks. New members are welcome, but must register and pay a one-time fee of $5. Register by calling 570-403-2006.
Saturday, May 15
Bird Walk at Lehigh Gorge State Park; 8:00 AM
The history of Lehigh Gorge is dominated by the canals, railroad, and lumbering. Today we’ll try to relive a different part of the park’s history. In 1829 John James Audubon visited Lehigh Gorge in search of birds. While we won’t be shooting and collecting the specimens we view, we will take time to look, listen, and appreciate their presence. Mid-May is the perfect time to scour the trail for migrant warblers such as Black-throated green warblers and Blackburnian warblers. Join the naturalist for an easy walk along the rail trail in search of these beautiful and inspiring birds. Bring your own binoculars or borrow ours. Meet at the Lehigh Tannery access. Call the Hickory Run State Park office (570-443-0400) for more information. Registration is NOT required.
Saturday, May 29
Bird Walk; 8:00 AM
Join park volunteer Dave Kruel for a morning stroll to look and listen for birds. Spring is a great time to be in the woods locating all sorts of species getting ready for the upcoming nesting season. Wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars. The park has limited pairs of binoculars to borrow. Register by calling 570-403-2006. Free.
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The following programs will be held at
Carbon County Environmental Education Center
(570) 645-8597
Meet the frogs!
Type: Meetings - Informational Meeting
Where: CCEEC
When: Saturday, March 20 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Nocturnal Night
Type: Education - Class
Where: CCEEC
When: Sunday, March 21 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Open House and Basket Raffle!
Type: Causes - Fundraiser
Where: CCEEC
When: Sunday, March 28 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Ranger Rick Club
Type: Meetings - Club/Group Meeting
Where: CCEEC
When: Saturday, April 3 from 10 am to 11:30 am
Eco-Venture! Club
Type: Meetings - Club/Group Meeting
Where: CCEEC
When: Saturday, April 10 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Recycled Rhythm Drum Workshop
Type: Music/Arts - Jam Session
Where: Jim Thorpe Earth Day Festival
When: Saturday, April 17 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Recycled Rhythm Drum Workshop
Type: Music/Arts - Jam Session
Where: Jim Thorpe Earth Day Festival
When: Sunday, April 18 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
EARTH DAY
Where: Everywhere - and we mean everywhere!
When: Thursday, April 22 from 12 am to 12 pm
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