In-person programs are this Friday, June 9 and this Saturday, June 10 at Cherry Springs State Park at 4639 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, PA 16915. The park is 12 miles from Route 6 in Galeton via West Branch Road and 15 miles from Coudersport via Route 44. 

Star gazing programs are in the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area.

Park Welcome & Walking Tour is This Friday, June 9 from 8pm to 8:45pm 

Arriving early for a Night Sky Program? Park in the gravel lot for the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Meet park staff at the kiosk near the restroom to go on a short, guided walk of less than a mile on mostly level terrain to learn about park facilities’ past, present and future. All ages welcome. Registration is NOT required. 

Nature at Night is from 8pm to 8:45pm This Saturday, June 10 

Arriving early for a Night Sky Program? Park in the gravel lot for the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Join park staff for a family-friendly Nature at Night program featuring fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as people do. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls, bats, black bears and more. Those with questions or want to know when a specific topic or animal will be featured during a Nature at Night program can email cherryspringsee@pa.gov or call the park office at 814-435-1037. Registration is NOT required. 

Night Sky Tour: The Maiden and the Summer Triangle is This Friday, June 9 and This Saturday, June 10 from 9:15pm to 10pm 

Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Explore the star formation of the Summer Triangle and the area of the sky near Virgo, the maiden. Listen as the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky are recounted. Learn about the park’s history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies. Registration is encouraged, but not required. 

Through Our Telescopes: Hidden in Plain Sight is This Friday, June 9 and This Saturday, June 10 from 10:15pm to 11pm

Under the guidance of park volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky. Look through park telescopes at some of the hidden wonders of the night sky and search for double-stars and other features tucked into well-known constellations. No preregistration required. Telescopes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for the time listed, subject to staff and volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.

Register at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/cherry_springs_state_park for park programs. Questions? Call 1-814-435-1037 or email cherryspringsee@pa.gov.

Registration is encouraged but not required for free in-person programs. The public may choose to register because they will receive an email if a program is cancelled or modified due to weather, etc.