Coming up at Hills Creek State Park at 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901-9676 are free in-person programs this Friday, Saturday and Monday, June 30, July 1 and 3. The park is seven miles northeast of Wellsboro in Charleston Township via Charleston Street and Hills Creek Lake Road. All programs are held rain or shine. 

Intro to Hiking Expeditions is This Friday, June 30

From 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Friday, June 30 in the park’s Nature Center, learn how to be prepared for any long hiking trip. This program will teach good hiking practices such as leave no trace as well as how to use several pieces of hiking equipment such as crampons, trekking poles, cooking gear, mountaineering boots and more.

Yellow Birch Trail Hike is This Saturday, July 1

From 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. this Saturday, July 1, join park staff for a hike on the Yellow Birch Trail to learn about plants, birds, and see the beaver activity near Tauchers Pond.

Register by July 2 for Kayaking 101

Kayaking seems easy but there’s more to know. In the hands-on skills-based free class Kayaking 101 being offered on Monday, July 3 from 10am to 2pm, basic to in-depth information will be reviewed to get the most out of kayaking and do so safely and efficiently. After an introductory on-land session take to the water and hone your ability to maneuver your kayak and paddle with confidence. Learn the basics, or take your skills to the next level. After lunch, a challenge by choice option will be available for those interested in practicing self-rescue on the water or assisted rescue.

Register for this class by this Sunday, July 2 by calling Hills Creek State Park at 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro at 570-724-4246. Spaces are very limited so that those attending can get the most out of the experience. This course is designed for adults, but open to ages 12 and up.

A parent or guardian must accompany those under 16 on-site if not on the water. Bring your own kayak. Limited kayaks are available for this program at no cost. Ask when registering. Personal flotation devices are available as well and required at all times on the water.

Bring a lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, clothing that can get wet, hat, sunglasses, glasses straps, and your enthusiasm to learn more about kayaking. If you are unable to attend this program but have interest in a future class, let us know.

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For more information, call the Hills Creek State Park office at 570-724-4246 between 9am and 5pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.