Clarence Schock Memorial Park 
at Governor Dick



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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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


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