Translating Topo Maps

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or [email protected] for more information.  Park and meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Bird Walk with Doug Gross

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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 and binoculars. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at [email protected] or calling 570-477-7780. Meet at the […]

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Nature Story

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

Bring your children to the Amphitheater to enjoy a story and participate in an activity, game, or craft. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or [email protected] for more information. Meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Native Species Hike

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

Hiking the Lower Falls Trail to check out the native species and submitting our finds to iNaturalist. This is a 1.5-mile easy walk. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or [email protected] for more information.  Park and meet at the Rt. 118 Trailhead Parking Lot in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Intro to Kayaking

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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 by emailing [email protected] or calling 570-477-7780.  Park and meet at the Western Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Sunset Paddle

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

Join us for a leisurely paddle on Lake Jean to observe the sunset. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at [email protected] or calling 570-477-7780.  Park and meet at the Western Boat Launch in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Yoga on the Beach

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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 by emailing Rhiannon Summers at [email protected] or calling 570-477-7780.  Lake Jean Beach in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

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Pennsylvania Bald Eagles

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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 [email protected] for more information. Park and meet at the Amphitheater in Ricketts Glen State Park.

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Backyard Bass

Ricketts Glen State Park 695 State Route 487, Benton, 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 [email protected] for more information. Lake Jean Beach in Ricketts Glen State Park.  

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