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Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs

Sizerville State Park

Environmental Education Programs

Weekend of August 1^st & 2^nd

Program Title: Women “Man” Fire Towers – Guest Presenter

Date: Saturday, August 1^st

Time: 3:00 PM

Location: Environmental Learning Center

Description: Fire towers have always been a vital tool used to protect Pennsylvania’s forests. Although most towers were staffed by men, many women have “manned” tours as lookouts over the years. Join Jennifer Haines from the PA Lumber Museum to learn about some of the women who have played vital roles in keeping Penn’s Woods green.

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Program Title: CCC History at Sizerville

Date: Saturday, August 1^st

Time: 8:00 PM

Location: Campground Amphitheater

Description: Did you know that there was a CCC Camp located right here in Sizerville State Park from 1933 - 1935? Come to this program to learn about the history of Camp S-85, what exactly these men did for the park, and how their legacy is still alive today. Short talk followed by a movie on the CCC—feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!

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Program Title: Nature Craft & Story

Date: Sunday, August 2^nd

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Environmental Learning Center

Description: Come down to the ELC and join the park educator for a short story followed by a make and take craft. This week’s topic will be butterflies!

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Additional Information:

To register for a program, go to the DCNR Calendar of Events website, search Sizerville State Park, find the program listed, and click on the Register button right under the program date, time, and location. For more information or questions about registering, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.

Sizerville State Park Calendar of Events Website: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sizerville_state_park

In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions, programs may be moved or cancelled.

If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.

With a minimum of one week’s notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search Sizerville State Park. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.

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