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HERYN (Helping Engage our River’s Youth with Nature) kayaking and fishing program

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

The popularity of the Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association's HERYN (Helping Engage our River's Youth with Nature) kayaking and fishing program days and recent development of a Northern Tier Regional Director position has led to a new Northern Tier HERYN program opportunity to be held July 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Each day will…

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Invasive Species

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Discover the effects, origin, identification and more for invasive species in PA including plants, insects, reptiles, etc.

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Nature’s Worst- Tornado

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

With over a dozen tornados happening each year in PA, they are more prevalent than people realize. Learn about the differences between watches and warnings, learn what to do in the event of a tornado while outside, and the difference between twister and tornado.

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Early Summer Night Sky Wonders

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Wilds Astronomy Club (PaWildsAstro.org) for an evening observing session in Hills Creek State Park. Observing will start at about 9:30 with some colorful stars and double stars. Once completely dark, the telescopes will move to objects highlighting the midsummer sky, including clusters and nebulas. In the event of clouds, a demonstration of night vision equipment will be substituted.…

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Fireflies – Nature’s Fireworks

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Firefly, lightening bug, or glow bug - whatever you may call them, stop by the nature center to learn about the science behind these summer spectacles! Learn why and how fireflies flash, their habitat requirements and what you can do to help protect Pennsylvania’s state insect. The program will conclude with a firefly watch in…

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Beaver Hike

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Come on a quick hike to see an active beaver hut and learn about the beaver! The hike is less than .5 miles. We will meet at the 2nd car parking area by the group tenting site at 7pm.

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FAMILY FISHING TOURNAMENT

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

A family tradition. Medallions awarded in the following categories: largest perch, largest bluegill, largest bass, largest crappie, largest stringer of game fish by weight (for 1 angler’s legal limit of gamefish for the day).  A 1 oz. bonus for game fish that are caught and released.  All fish must be caught by legal means.  This…

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Trail Care: Mid State Trail – Tioga Region

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Join us on the Mid State Trail Thurs-Sun, June 13-16, this time in the Tioga Region! Here, the footpath meanders from deep woods to old cow pastures and back and forth again and again. Highlights include the "Stairway to the Stars", Stony Creek, Sand Run Falls, sweeping pastoral views, coal mine and ghost town remnants,…

Saturday Morning Birding Series

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek State Park begin on Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am and leave promptly. Usually attendees drive to a nearby starting location in the park. Members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society will lead…

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Step Outdoors Springfest

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Enjoy recreation activities and demonstrations including kayaking, canoeing, fishing, fly tying and casting, kids crafts, birding, hiking, educational programs/displays and more!  All activities are FREE and open to all ages! See website, https://stepoutdoors.org/index.php/annual-events/springfest  for more information as the date approaches!

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Saturday Morning Birding Series

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek State Park begin on Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am and leave promptly. Usually attendees drive to a nearby starting location in the park. Members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society will lead…

FREE

Saturday Morning Birding Series

Hills Creek State Park 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, United States

Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek State Park begin on Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am and leave promptly. Usually attendees drive to a nearby starting location in the park. Members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society will lead…

FREE
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