Inspiring a greater connection to the natural world by protecting, managing and interpreting property; providing outdoor recreational opportunities; and offering environmental education experiences. Asbury Woods achieves this mission through a diverse array of educational, environmental and outdoor recreational programming for schools, community groups, families and individuals of all ages. In addition, managea and maintaina 205 acres of preserved property which includes native species, old-growth forests, landscaped gardens, wetlands, boardwalk trails and dirt trails.

Inspiring a greater connection to the natural world by protecting, managing and interpreting property; providing outdoor recreational opportunities; and offering environmental education experiences. Asbury Woods achieves this mission through a diverse array of educational, environmental and outdoor recreational programming for schools, community groups, families and individuals of all ages. In addition, managea and maintaina 205 acres of preserved property which includes native species, old-growth forests, landscaped gardens, wetlands, boardwalk trails and dirt trails.

Features short but rugged trails, a bird observatory cabin, and nature museum. Offers a wide variety of fun and educational programs for individuals and groups of all ages, including hikes, animal encounters, birthday parties, and summer camps.

Provides programming for youth to engage in outdoor adventures to learn about nature and survival skills in a fun social context at various sites throughout Pittsburgh. Boot and Rain Gear Lending Program available free of charge. Lunch is provided.

Provides recreational activities for children ages 3 to 6. Focuses on social development, independence, the development of new friendships, and the strengthening of self-esteem. Children are placed in coeducational groups by age.
Activities included swimming lessons, recreational swimming, music, drama, arts, crafts, nature, computers, sports, games, and themed weeks.

Offers a day camp for youth ages of 6 to 12. Activities include instructional swimming, archery, art, drama, nature, crafts, sports, and games. Campers are grouped according to grade and gender.

Offers programs geared toward older adults and focused on keeping both the body and mind active and engages. Programs available year long, in-person and online. Programs include guided nature walks, Kayaking, Group paddles, Gardening/Horticulture classes, Yoga and Meditation classes, various art classes and "Meet the Growers" tours.

Provides respite care services that allow caregivers to take a short break. Also attends to the individual needs of the caregiver through counseling and support, therapeutic respite, and education & training, regardless of financial means.

Lancaster County Central Park is the home of the Lancaster County Environmental Center. Naturalists conduct public programs, classes for organized groups, in-service training for teachers, and environmental education workshops. Programs for groups may be scheduled for anytime.
Program descriptions include:
- General nature hikes and explorations
- Wildlife (Birds, insects, mammals, food chains, plants, reptiles)
- Habitats and crafts
- Environmental issues
- Stream studies
- Maple sugaring
- Geology
- Canoe trips
- Compass
In addition, programs can be designed to meet special needs and topics.

A 166 acre preserve owned by the county and provides an arena for outdoor programs. Preserve includes an old field, mature deciduous forest, evergreen stands, and two ponds. Over 2 1/2 miles of maintained and well marked trails are open for public use year-round, 7 days a week.

Offers educational programs for all ages and abilities. Programs are designed to incorporate natural environment into the learning experience and to promote a goal of Conservation through Education. Trained staff will work with individuals and groups to design a meaningful program for all participants.

Located in Delaware State Forest north of Marshalls Creek, Meesing is a satellite site of KCEEC and is owned by the PA Bureau of Forestry. KCEEC conducts outdoor school programs at Meesing as well as its annual maple sugaring programs held in February and March. Limited hiking trails are available.

1,000 plus acre preserve containing a 150-acre wetland and a relict boreal bog. The Nature Conservancy manages the preserve with the volunteer assistance of a local Stewardship Committee and the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center.
The North Wood Trail and the Fern ridge Trail in the upland woods are open to the public for self-guided walks. Because of its fragile nature, the bog can only be visited during regularly scheduled walks conducted by the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. Please note that pets are not allowed on bog trails.

Provides a weekday full-day nature summer camp for 6 weeks from early July into August. New themes every week and children sign up per week. Registration for camp opens in January.

Offers 92 acre garden for everyone to enjoy.

Offers seasonal workshops and summer day camps run by certified teachers. Provides hands-on learning experiences for children who attend morning or afternoon sessions that enrich their understanding of classroom studies. Also offers toddler programs with parents, a Pre-K program, environmental workshops, class field trips, Boy and Girl Scout programs, and environmental birthday parties.

Works to protect, enhance, restore, and promote the responsible use of the county's natural resources. Services include water quality improvement, involving people to help protect the environment, agricultural land preserve, abandoned mine drainage, and parks and recreation.

Offers a national destination for heritage and outdoor travelers with multiple sites for a wide range of experiences that develops greater awareness and appreciation of our region's waterways.

Richard M. Nixon Park, located in Springfield Township, features a 14,000-square-foot Nature Center. Nestled on 187 acres of meadow, wetland,woodland and aquatic habitats Nixon Park supports a wide variety of plant and animal life.

Hiking Trails: There are over six miles of trails. Bikes, horses and pets are not allowed on the trails.

• Nature Center: Full-time Naturalists staff the center and offer guided nature walks and programs to pre-scheduled groups. If you would like to schedule a program for your group visit the education section of the website for more information. The center is ADA accessible. The Nature Center is open Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30am – 4 :30pm, and Sunday, 12:00pm-4:30pm. Closed Mondays and most holidays.
  
  
• Theme Weekends: Throughout the year different theme weekends occur focusing on different nature topics such as Maple Sugar Weekend, Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend, Reptile Week and more.
  
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