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The Park at Governor Dick has been named for the late Clarence Schock, a well-known petroleum baron and philanthropist. The park is comprised of 1105 acres of woodland in Mount Gretna, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania and is presently managed by a co-trusteeship of representatives of the Clarence Schock Foundation and the Lebanon County Commissioners. This board is charged with the responsibility of operating the park consistent with the Deed of Trust and a Support Committee was established by the Board to assist with this.

It is a favorite recreation site for hiking, horseback riding and bicycling. Located in the park is a sixty-six foot circular observation tower which has proven to be a very popular attraction by the general public. On a clear day parts of Lebanon, Dauphin, York, Lancaster and Berk counties can be seen.

Mission Statement
It is our mission to provide the use of the land as a public park and playground while maintaining and preserving it as a forest or woodland in accordance with the terms of the Clarence Schock Deed of Trust and to preserve the natural resources of the Park.

Vision Statement
To provide information to the public about the Park, its history, and natural resources; to utilize the environmental Center as a resource for environmental and educational materials and meetings; and to host various speakers concerning the environment and related topics.

In the latter part of 2003, the construction of an environmental center began and was completed in May 2004. The center contains a multi-purpose room which is used for meetings and educational activities. The Environmental Center is open Th - Sat 10 am -4 pm and Sun. 1-4 pm April through October, additional weekends in March and November.

For more information about the park, view the various links and photos on this website.