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.
May
Invasive Species
Sat. May 17th 12 p.m.
Learn about what invasive species frequent the forest and what you can do about it.
Golden Eagle Hikers
Sun. May 18th 1:30 p.m.
A slower paced 2-3 mile hike for those over 50.
Mosaic Pop-Up Event
Sat. May 31st 10 a.m.
Make a glass tile to be incorporated into a huge artwork to celebrate the semiquincentennial: America's 250th birthday! Find more information here:
https://visitlebanonvalley.com/tribeevent/mosaic-workshop-america250pa-lebanon-county/2025-05-31/
June
Fitness Hike
Sun. June 1st 10 a.m.
A faster paced 4-6 mile hike, bring water!
Bluegrass Jam
Sun. June 1st 1-4 p.m.
Bluegrass jam on the porch, pickers welcome!
Full Moon Hike
Fri. June 6th 9 p.m. (rain date the 7th)
Join us for a moon lit nighttime hike, bring a flashlight or headlamp!
Tree Identification for Kids
Fri. June 13th 10 a.m.
We will learn how to identify trees in the forest based on their leaves, bark and more! Ages 5+
Tree Identification for Adults
Sat. June 14th 10 a.m.
Learn to identify trees in the forest and some interesting facts about them!
Volunteer Work Day
Sat. June 14th 9 a.m.
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Send us an email at governordick@hotmail.com
Solstice Hike
Fri. June 20th 10 a.m.
It's the first day of summer! We will hike about 6 miles, bring water, snacks and poles if needed.
Golden Eagle Hikers
Sun. June 22nd 1:30 p.m.
A slower paced 2-3 mile hike for those over 50!
Sunrise Hike
Sat. June 28th 5 a.m.
We will watch the sun rise from the tower, hike will be about 2 miles.
Kids Bug Hunt
Sun. June 29th 1 p.m.
Grab your magnifying glasses! Let's see what mini beasts we can find in the forest!
July
Bluegrass Jam
Sun. July 6th 1-4 p.m.
Bluegrass jam on the porch, pickers welcome!
Volunteer Work Day
Sat. July 12th 9 a.m.
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Send us an email at governordick@hotmail.com
Edible Plants
Sat. July 12th 12 p.m.
Learn about some edibles that can be foraged in the forest!
Poisonous Plants
Sat. July 19th 12 p.m.
Learn about what plants in the forest you should not touch or consume!
September
Night Time Ruck March
Fri. Sept. 12th 6 p.m.
November
Bouldering Competition
Sat. Nov. 15th (rain date 16th)
December
Tame the Tower Trail Run
Sat. December 13th
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 9, 2025 September 10, 2025 November 12, 2025
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