Calling all local gardeners! Join the park naturalist on Tuesday, June 23 at 10:00 am in the Visitor Center to learn what you should (and should not) be planting to attract beautiful butterflies to your yard each year. To register for this program, please email tcromer@pa.gov. *All children must be accompanied by an adult to attend park programs. **If you need accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office for assistance at least 7 days in advance.

The park is ALIVE! Join the park naturalist on Thursday mornings at 9:30 am at the General Greene Pavilion to see what’s buzzing in our backyard. Photography and journaling are encouraged on this 1.5 mile healthy hike through the park. Prepare yourself for the day by bringing a full water bottle, wearing sturdy shoes, and dressing for the weather. To register for this program, please email tcromer@pa.gov. Come back week after week to see what is new. *All children must be accompanied by an adult to attend park programs. **If you need accommodation to participate in park activities due to Read More

The park has some new visitors: Baltimore Orioles! Join the park naturalist for a walk on Friday, June 5th at 9:30 am at the General Greene Pavilion to see if we can spot any of our orange feathered friends. Some binoculars will be available to borrow, but feel free to bring your own. Prepare yourself for the day by bringing a full water bottle, wearing sturdy shoes, and dressing for the weather. To register for this program, please email tcromer@pa.gov. *All children must be accompanied by an adult to attend park programs. **If you need accommodation to participate in park Read More

It’s June and a wonderful time for everyone to bird! Whether you are new or a pro, join state park staff for a walk on the Canal’s towpath beginning at Thompson-Neely House. While we will mostly focus on bluebirds for this walk, we anticipate spotting a beautiful variety of birds as we go. This program will have both English and Spanish instruction. We will cover about 3 miles round trip on mostly flat ground. Please wear appropriate footwear for the distance, bring water and any snacks you may want, and wear sun protection. There will be a limited supply of Read More