Calendar of Events
Registration is required. Call 717-964-3808 to register no later than 24 hours before an event or e-mail the park at governordick@hotmail.com and leave your name and phone number. All programs are free unless stated otherwise, payment for programs can be made the day of the program.
The Environmental Center is open Wednesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.
December
Winter Storytime
Fri. Dec. 19th 12 p.m.
It's cold out! Come inside for a story and craft by the fireplace. We will be reading: TBD
Winter Solstice Hike
Sat. Dec. 20th 10 a.m.
Join us for a chilly hike to celebrate the winter solstice!
Pace: 2.5 mph
Distance: About 5 miles
Estimated Time: Around 3 hours
Terrain: Smooth and rocky surfaces, modest climbs, bring hiking poles if you like them.
January
First Day Hike
Thurs. Jan. 1st 10 a.m.
Join us for a refreshing winter hike to celebrate the new year, followed by lunch in the environmental center.
Pace: 2.5 mph
Distance: 2 or 4 mile options
Estimated Time: 1-2 hours hours
Terrain: short climb in the beginning, trails may be icy.
Winter Tree Identification
Sat. Jan. 17th 10 a.m.
Learn to identify trees the hard way: with no leaves! We will learn some common trees in the park based on their bark, buds and other characteristics.
Children's Event
Sat. Jan 24th 10 a.m.
We will make natural bird feeders, read a story and have a snack!
2025 MEETING NOTICE of the BOARD OF DIRECTORS of Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick
The Board of Directors of the Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick will meet on the below listed dates. Meetings are open to the public and are held at the Governor Dick Environmental Center, 3283 Pinch Road, Mt. Gretna, PA. Meetings begin at 7:15 p.m.
If State or Federal COVID 19 meeting restrictions are in place or there is inclement weather on the date of a meeting, the meeting will be held in virtual format utilizing ZOOM, tele-conferencing or other social media platforms. Members of the public desiring access to virtual meetings should email: Governordick@hotmail.com for a connection link.
January 16, 2025 February 20, 2025 March 20, 2025
April 17, 2025 May 15, 2025 June 19, 2025
July 17, 2025 August 21, 2025 September 18, 2025
October 16, 2025 November 20, 2025 December – No Meeting
Raymond J. Bender
Board President
2025 MEETING NOTICE of the TRAILS AND USER COMMITTEE
Meetings occur on the second Wednesday of every other month and begin at 6:30 p.m. Dates are subject to change if needed. 2025 Meeting dates:
January 8, 2025 March 12, 2025 May 14, 2025
July 2, 2025 September 10, 2025 November 12, 2025
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