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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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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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.  ​​​​​​​​​

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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.

Fitness Hike

Sun. Jan 11th 10 a.m.

An intermediate paced 5-6 mile hike. We will get a moderate workout while touring much of the Governor Dick Park and doing a few climbs.
Pace: 3.0 mph while hiking with minimal rests and a brief snack break at the midpoint.

Distance: 5 to 6 miles depending on weather and hiker abilities
Estimated Time: Around 3 hours

Terrain: Smooth and rocky surfaces, several 200'-300' climbs.​

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!

​Golden Eagle Hike

Sun. Jan. 25th 1:30 p.m.

A slower paced 2-3 mile beginner hike. In order to accommodate beginner hikers we will hike at the pace of the slowest hiker. All hikers are welcome to take part in this hike with the understanding that the pace may be slower than you prefer if you are more advanced.
Pace: 2.0 to 3.0 mph depending on participants

Distance: 2 to 3 miles depending on weather and hiker abilities
Estimated Time: Around 2 hours

Terrain: Smooth and rocky surfaces, modest climbs.

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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

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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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