Berks County Parks
Art in the Wild
Bingaman Nature Center 2843 Hill Road, ReadingAdult & Teen Workshops for those who love the outdoors! Research has shown that children and adults alike who regularly engage in the arts are more likely to also be engaged in their community. Those who get outside are also more likely to lead healthier lives! Join us in the parks, get outside and get ... Read more
Amphibian Migration
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingAngora Fruit Farm boasts many species of frogs, toads, and salamanders which live or breed in the parks diverse aquatic and wetland habitats. Join us as we don our boots and headlamps in hopes of witnessing the natural phenomenon of their migration. A short program on the identification and life cycle of local amphibians will ... Read more
Orienteering for Beginners
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingOrienteering is a competitive international sport that combines racing with navigation, although some people prefer walking instead of running. Learn how to use a topographical map and compass to find waypoints along a plotted course. It's a sport for any age; beginners are always welcome and instruction is provided at all events. Join members of ... Read more
Movie in the Park
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingBring blankets or chairs, snacks and enjoy a family-friendly movie favorite on the BIG SCREEN in the park. For more information, call 610-374-2944, ext. 2611. Raindate Aug 4. Movie title will be posted on Facebook and Instagram before the movie date.
Knee Deep In The Creek
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingFind out what interesting aquatic critters live in the Tulpehocken Creek. For families with children 3 years and older. Wear water shoes or old sneakers- must be closed toe. Free event!
Indian Campfire Stories
Kernsville Dam Kernsville Dam Rd, HamburgDave “Big Owl” McSurdy will stand on ‘twelve skunk skins’ to tell stories about Rainbow Crow, How a Cicada tricked a Coyote, a race between a rabbit and a turtle, and other stories told around an American Indian campfire. Stories are for all ages from young to young at heart. In case of rain, the ... Read more