BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Central Pennsylvania Conservancy - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Central Pennsylvania Conservancy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Central Pennsylvania Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190236 CREATED:20260311T191120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190451Z UID:3207-1783587600-1783602000@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:July Community Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at Port Royal Wetlands and Greggs Woods for our monthly Community Volunteer Day! \nVolunteering can be a fulfilling way to give back to the community while also enjoy time out in nature.At our upcoming volunteer day\, activities may include…→ Trail maintenance (trimming vegetation\, hauling brush)→ seed collecting→ Tree/shrub planting & maintenance→ Plant Identification (native & invasive species)→ Invasive Species Removal→ Habitat CreationAt the end of the volunteer event\, our Stewardship Director Jesse Price will lead a guided walk around the Preserve to discuss areas of interest and development. \nIndividuals\, groups\, business\, and organizations are all welcome to attend this event.  For questions\, please contact Jesse Price at stewardship@centralpaconservancy.org. \n  \n\n\n \n \n July Volunteer Day Form\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.How Would You Like To Apply?(Required)As an individualOn behalf of a business or OrganizationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n PhoneEmail(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)MonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Number of Volunteers(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Business NameYour PositionMailing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n What day(s) are you available?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are any accomodations needed?(Required)Any questions or comments?(Required) URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/july-community-volunteer-day/ LOCATION:Walker Township Park\, 198 Walker Township Park Ln.\, Mifflintown\, PA\, 17059\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/9.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260317T213120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190452Z UID:3262-1783501200-1783512000@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Weekday Trail Care Series DESCRIPTION:We’re coordinating with Keystone Trails Association again this year to offer Trail Care days during the week. On Wednesdays from May through September\, you can join us at one of our preserves and past land projects  to help spruce up their trails\, and work on a couple brand new trails. \nThere will be something for any level of experience\, from sprucing up existing trails on their lovely properties\, to helping build two brand new\, accessible trails. So\, these events are ideal for anyone from beginners with zero experience\, to veterans of trail work. Type of work may involve trimming back vegetation with loppers\, pruners and handsaws\, pulling invasive species\, as well as raking\, digging\, and grading new treadway. \nFood/Drink: Generally\, bring your own lunch/snacks and water. We’re looking to secure some goodies to hand out. \nWhat else to bring: For these partial day outings\, we recommend a small pack with your aforementioned snacks and fluids\, insect repellent and sunscreen\, needed medications\, and a rain jacket if desired. Long pants\, sneakers or boots- comfortable clothes to work in and potentially get dirty. KTA will bring a first aid kit\, as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses\, as well as any tools needed. Please feel free to bring your own favorite gloves and tools. For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists\, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here. \nPlease contact Jenn Ulmer\, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training\, at ulmer@kta-hike.org or 570-854-8316 with any questions. \n  \n→ Learn more and register here ← URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/weekday-trail-care-series-3/ LOCATION:Greg’s Woods & Port Royal Wetlands\, 198 Walker Township Park Ln.\, Mifflintown\, PA\, 17059\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email-2-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Trails Association":MAILTO:ktaadmin@kta-hike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260313T204039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190457Z UID:3248-1781895600-1781906400@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Harrisburg Senators Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:We are hosting a fundraiser at FNB Field! \nWe are thrilled to announce our first ever fundraising event with the Harrisburg Senators!  With every ticket purchase\, a portion of proceeds will be given to Central Pennsylvania Conservancy.  Be sure to bring your friends and family to this fun-filled evening. \n➡️ Purchase tickets here ⬅️ \nCheck out this other great promotions happening on that night: \nGame Highlight: Fireworks \nLight up your nights at FNB Field with spectacular postgame fireworks. Watch as the sky comes alive with an unforgettable fireworks show after the game. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend\, combining the excitement of baseball with a dazzling display of color and light! \nGame Highlight: Juneteenth \nJoin us as we commemorate Juneteenth. \nGame Highlight: Gorgeous Grandma Appreciation Night \nTo celebrate the beauty\, wisdom\, accomplishments\, and enduring spirit of grandmothers\, bring your grandma out for a night of baseball. It’s a night dedicated to the amazing women who inspire us every day! \nGame Highlight: Old Timey Night \nStep back in time as we bring the ballpark back to the good ol’ days! Enjoy classic baseball vibes\, vintage fun\, and a night full of nostalgia for fans of all ages! URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/3248/ LOCATION:FNB Field\, 245 Championship Way\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260311T185920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190500Z UID:3205-1781168400-1781182800@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:June Community Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Letort Spring Garden Preserve for our monthly Community Volunteer Day! \nVolunteering can be a fulfilling way to give back to the community while also enjoy time out in nature.At our upcoming volunteer day\, activities may include…→ Trail maintenance (trimming vegetation\, hauling brush)→ seed collecting→ Tree/shrub planting & maintenance→ Plant Identification (native & invasive species)→ Invasive Species Removal→ Habitat CreationAt the end of the volunteer event\, our Stewardship Director Jesse Price will lead a guided walk around the Preserve to discuss areas of interest and development. \nIndividuals\, groups\, business\, and organizations are all welcome to attend this event.  For questions\, please contact Jesse Price at stewardship@centralpaconservancy.org. \n\n \n \n June Volunteer Day Form\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.How Would You Like To Apply?(Required)As an individualOn behalf of a business or OrganizationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n PhoneEmail(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)MonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Number of Volunteers(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Business NameYour PositionMailing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n What day(s) are you available?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are any accomodations needed?(Required)Any questions or comments?(Required) URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/june-community-volunteer-day/ LOCATION:The Letort\, 1110 S Spring Garden St\, Carlisle\, PA\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/6.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260317T212157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190508Z UID:3259-1781082000-1781092800@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Weekday Trail Care Series DESCRIPTION:We’re coordinating with Keystone Trails Association again this year to offer Trail Care days during the week. On Wednesdays from May through September\, you can join us at one of our preserves and past land projects  to help spruce up their trails\, and work on a couple brand new trails. \nThere will be something for any level of experience\, from sprucing up existing trails on their lovely properties\, to helping build two brand new\, accessible trails. So\, these events are ideal for anyone from beginners with zero experience\, to veterans of trail work. Type of work may involve trimming back vegetation with loppers\, pruners and handsaws\, pulling invasive species\, as well as raking\, digging\, and grading new treadway. \nFood/Drink: Generally\, bring your own lunch/snacks and water. We’re looking to secure some goodies to hand out. \nWhat else to bring: For these partial day outings\, we recommend a small pack with your aforementioned snacks and fluids\, insect repellent and sunscreen\, needed medications\, and a rain jacket if desired. Long pants\, sneakers or boots- comfortable clothes to work in and potentially get dirty. KTA will bring a first aid kit\, as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses\, as well as any tools needed. Please feel free to bring your own favorite gloves and tools. For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists\, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here. \nPlease contact Jenn Ulmer\, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training\, at ulmer@kta-hike.org or 570-854-8316 with any questions. \n  \n→ Learn more and register here ← URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/weekday-trail-care-series-2/ LOCATION:Tuckahoe Conservation Area\, 400 Tuckahoe Road #8713\, Dillsburg\, Pennsylvania\, 17019 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email-1-2.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Trails Association":MAILTO:ktaadmin@kta-hike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260401T215405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T181102Z UID:3305-1780414200-1780423200@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Hike Through the Mountain Laurels DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 2nd for a guided hike through the recently protected Tuckahoe Conservation Acquisition! \nCo-led by our Board President Anna Yelk and Messiah University’s Dr. David Foster\, this 4-mile afternoon hike will take participants past vernal pools and blooming mountain laurel.  During the hike\, we will discuss rare plant and tree populations found on the property and share information about the edible and medicinal uses of plants. \nIn 2024\, the 904-acre tract property was acquired and protected by Central Pennsylvania Conservancy with major support from PA DCNR\, Cumberland County\, York County\, and private donors.  It will be transferred to DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry in Michaux State Forest this year for long-term management public access.  The property includes the headwaters of Dogwood Run\, provides critical habitat for wildlife such as forest interior dwelling bird species\, amphibians and reptiles\, provides migratory corridors for many native species\, and provides a core conserved forested area within South Mountain. \n  \n\n \n \n EVENT | June Walk\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Where did you learn about this event?How many people are in your party?(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nAbout our Co-Lead: Dr. David Foster \n“My life-long interests focus on understanding the world around us and human interfaces with that environment; particularly how we can improve those relationships. Explorations in this pursuit have led me all over the world\, into a variety of research projects\, and to a great appreciation for the role of indigenous peoples’ ecological knowledge. It has also led me to pursue work in aquaponics and use of plant biostimulants derived from processing biowaste with earthworms.” Learn more about Dr. David Foster here. \nAbout our Co-Lead: Anna Yelk \nAnna Yelk is Central Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Board President.  She retired from Central Pennsylvania Conservancy where she was Executive Director from 2012 – 2022.  She served as a development consultant for the Harrisburg\, PA-based\, Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC)/Enterprising Environmental Solutions\, Inc. (EESI) from 2005 to 2008. Anna holds an M.A. from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)\, Economic and Social Development\, and a certificate in the Management of Nonprofit Organizations (1998). She received her B.A. from the Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington University (1995). URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/hike-through-the-mountain-laurels/ LOCATION:Tuckahoe Conservation Area\, 400 Tuckahoe Road #8713\, Dillsburg\, Pennsylvania\, 17019 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPC-Posts-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260318T205249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T170233Z UID:3279-1778918400-1778925600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a casual walk to see\, listen\, and learn about the Letort Spring Garden Preserve’s bird life. Mid-May is the peak of neotropical songbird migration and we’ll look for signs of breeding from both resident and migratory species. This 1.5 mile walk is on mostly flat gravel and grassy paths. \nDress for the weather and bring binoculars if you have them. The walk meets at the Letort Spring Garden Preserve parking lot on S. Spring Garden Road. \n\n \n \n EVENT | October Hike\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Where did you learn about this event?How many people are in your party?(Required)Waiver NoticeI voluntarily agree to participate in activities sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Conservancy. I understand that the acts of being in or near water\, trees\, rocks and/or tools\, in conjunction with this event pose inherent risks\, and I agree to assume these risks.\n\nAs consideration for being able to participate in this event\, I agree to release the Central Pennsylvania Conservancy\, their staff\, officers\, and volunteers from any claims\, lawsuits\, losses\, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney fees) for personal injury or death or property damage resulting from participation in this event or related activities regardless of cause\, including negligence. \n\nI agree to defend\, indemnify\, and hold harmless the Central Pennsylvania Conservancy and their respective employees\, volunteers and officers for personal injury or death or property damage resulting from my participation in this event or related activities.\n\nI have read this agreement fully\, and I understand it. I am aware that this agreement is binding on my heirs and my assigns and that I am releasing certain legal rights that I otherwise might have. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nAbout our Guide: Perry Yingling is a local resident who is passionate about birding and bird conservation. He was recently awarded a grant from South Mountain Partnership to install 12 American Kestrel nest boxes in Cumberland County. Raptors are his favorite class of birds to encounter. Slowing down to observe the details of nature is the way he likes to relax. Biking and hiking are other “excuses” to get him outdoors. There is a good chance you will pass him on the trail at the Letort Garden preserve as that is one of his favorite places to encounter nature. URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/guided-bird-walk/ LOCATION:The Letort\, 1110 S Spring Garden St\, Carlisle\, PA\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CPC-Posts-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260311T185618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190531Z UID:3201-1778749200-1778763600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:May Community Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Letort Spring Garden Preserve for our monthly Community Volunteer Day! \nVolunteering can be a fulfilling way to give back to the community while also enjoy time out in nature.At our upcoming volunteer day\, activities may include…→ Trail maintenance (trimming vegetation\, hauling brush)→ seed collecting→ Tree/shrub planting & maintenance→ Plant Identification (native & invasive species)→ Invasive Species Removal→ Habitat CreationAt the end of the volunteer event\, our Stewardship Director Jesse Price will lead a guided walk around the Preserve to discuss areas of interest and development. \nIndividuals\, groups\, business\, and organizations are all welcome to attend this event.  For questions\, please contact Jesse Price at stewardship@centralpaconservancy.org. \n\n \n \n May Volunteer Day Form\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.How Would You Like To Apply?(Required)As an individualOn behalf of a business or OrganizationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n PhoneEmail(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)MonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Number of Volunteers(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Business NameYour PositionMailing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n What day(s) are you available?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are any accomodations needed?(Required)Any questions or comments?(Required) URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/may-community-volunteer-day/ LOCATION:The Letort\, 1110 S Spring Garden St\, Carlisle\, PA\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/5.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260316T212305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190534Z UID:3252-1778662800-1778673600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Weekday Trail Care Series DESCRIPTION:We’re coordinating with Keystone Trails Association again this year to offer Trail Care days during the week. On Wednesdays from May through September\, you can join us at one of our preserves and past land projects  to help spruce up their trails\, and work on a couple brand new trails. \nThere will be something for any level of experience\, from sprucing up existing trails on their lovely properties\, to helping build two brand new\, accessible trails. So\, these events are ideal for anyone from beginners with zero experience\, to veterans of trail work. Type of work may involve trimming back vegetation with loppers\, pruners and handsaws\, pulling invasive species\, as well as raking\, digging\, and grading new treadway. \nFood/Drink: Generally\, bring your own lunch/snacks and water. We’re looking to secure some goodies to hand out. \nWhat else to bring: For these partial day outings\, we recommend a small pack with your aforementioned snacks and fluids\, insect repellent and sunscreen\, needed medications\, and a rain jacket if desired. Long pants\, sneakers or boots- comfortable clothes to work in and potentially get dirty. KTA will bring a first aid kit\, as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses\, as well as any tools needed. Please feel free to bring your own favorite gloves and tools. For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists\, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here. \nPlease contact Jenn Ulmer\, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training\, at ulmer@kta-hike.org or 570-854-8316 with any questions. \n  \n→ Learn more and register here ← URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/weekday-trail-care-series/ LOCATION:Diakon Wilderness Easement\, 571 Mountain Rd.\, Boiling Springs\, 17007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email-1-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Trails Association":MAILTO:ktaadmin@kta-hike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260313T181449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190540Z UID:3236-1777111200-1777125600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Earth Day at the Letort DESCRIPTION:Join local environmental community organizations on an educational walk along the Letort Nature Trail to celebrate Earth Day 2026! \n\n\n\n\nTo celebrate Earth Day 2026\, join us in an educational walk along the Letort Nature Trail to learn about stormwater management\, local ecology\, native and invasive plant ID\, macroinvertebrates and fly fishing\, and more! \nStaff from Carlisle Borough\, South Middletown Township\, Letort Regional Authority\, Central Pennsylvania Conservancy\, and others will be leading the walk and providing attendees with hands on educational activities along the way. Educational stations along the walk will teach participants about the local ecology and land management of the area. \nFor the full experience\, please arrive at Letort Park at 10am; attendees are also welcome to explore the stations at their own pace if they wish to arrive at a later time. Stations will be set up until 2pm. There will be two options for the walk. The shorter option will be 1.5 miles roundtrip while the longer option will be 4.25 miles. The longer option will walk to the Letort Spring Run Nature Preserve and will include a few extra stations along the way. Both walks will start and end at Letort Park. \nPlease wear sturdy walking shoes and dress for the weather! Water and snacks will be provided but it is recommended to pack a lunch if you want a full meal. Please bring a reusable water bottle to refill as cups will not be provided. \n\nRegistration is not required\, but highly encouraged. \n\n➡️ REGISTER HERE ⬅️ URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/earth-day-at-the-letort/ LOCATION:Letort Park\, 260 East Pomfret Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260313T200727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190545Z UID:3242-1775901600-1775908800@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Guided Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 11th from 10am – 12pm for a guided wildflower walk at Pine Hill Arboretum.  This will be a leisurely-paced walk where our guide\, Gene Wingert\, will point out wildflowers in bloom and what to expect in the upcoming weeks as spring blooms emerge. \nSome of the species we may find include… \n→ English sweet violet (blue and white) \n→ Periwinkle \n→ Dutchman’s Breeches \n→ Early Rock Saxifrage \n→ Spring Beauties \n→ Bloodroot \n→ Cut-leaved Toothwort \n→ Virginia Bluebells \n→ Trout Lily \n→ … and many more! \nThis 0.5 mile walk includes 0.25 mile of fairly flat terrain where a majority of the wildflowers can be found.  The remaining 0.25 miles are on a steep\, rocky path.  We recommend those in attendance to wear proper footwear and bring trekking poles for stability\, if needed. \n  \nThank you for your interest in our upcoming event! \n\nSadly\, we have reached our registration limit for this event. Please feel free to reach out to us directly to be added to a wait list. We will notify you if we receive any registration cancellations prior to the event starting. \n\nWe hope to see you at future Central Pennsylvania Conservancy events. \n  \nAbout our guide: Gene Wingert is a professor at Dickinson College where he teaches biology and environmental sciences. Since 1967 when he started teaching\, he has instilled enthusiasm and fascination for the environment in his students and continues to do so today.  In addition to a long teaching profession\, he is the author of several publications.  Titles include A Pocket Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Wildwood Park\, Amphibian declines during a 50-year period in south central Pennsylvania\, Demography of a painted turtle intergrade\, and DIET AND REPRODUCTIVE CYCLES OF AN ALLEGHENY POPULATION OF THE RED-SPOTTED NEWT. URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/guided-wildflower-walk/ LOCATION:Pine Hill Arboertum\, 164 Creekside Drive\, Enola\, PA\, 17025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CPC-Posts-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260311T185256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190549Z UID:3199-1775725200-1775739600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:April Community Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Letort Spring Garden Preserve for our monthly Community Volunteer Day! \nVolunteering can be a fulfilling way to give back to the community while also enjoy time out in nature.At our upcoming volunteer day\, activities may include…→ Trail maintenance (trimming vegetation\, hauling brush)→ seed collecting→ Tree/shrub planting & maintenance→ Plant Identification (native & invasive species)→ Invasive Species Removal→ Habitat CreationAt the end of the volunteer event\, our Stewardship Director Jesse Price will lead a guided walk around the Preserve to discuss areas of interest and development. \nIndividuals\, groups\, business\, and organizations are all welcome to attend this event.  For questions\, please contact Jesse Price at stewardship@centralpaconservancy.org. \n  \n\n \n \n April Volunteer Day Form\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.How Would You Like To Apply?(Required)As an individualOn behalf of a business or OrganizationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n PhoneEmail(Required)\n \n Date of Birth(Required)MonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Number of Volunteers(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Business NameYour PositionMailing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n What day(s) are you available?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are any accomodations needed?(Required)Any questions or comments?(Required) URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/april-community-volunteer-day/ LOCATION:The Letort\, 1110 S Spring Garden St\, Carlisle\, PA\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260320T210814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192404Z UID:3285-1774782000-1774785600@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Community Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:March is a Family Community Yoga for a Cause\nMove together. Breathe together. Protect what matters. \nJoin Just Plain Yoga for a special all-levels\, family-friendly yoga class where parents and children (ages 6+) can connect on the mat — and give back to the land we all love. This gentle\, playful practice weaves breath-synchronized movement and moments of stillness\, creating space for shared laughter\, calm\, and connection. \nLed by Daniela Cabrerizo\, this community class benefits Central Pennsylvania Conservancy\, helping us achieve our mission to acquire\, preserve\, and protect natural lands in south-central Pennsylvania. \nWhen we practice together\, we strengthen more than our bodies — we invest in a future where our children can explore forests\, fields\, and open skies for generations to come. \nCome as you are. Bring your family. Leave knowing you’ve made a difference. 🌎💛 \nIn-person and virtual attendance options are available. \n  \n➡️ REGISTER HERE ⬅️ \n  \n  URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/community-yoga-class/ LOCATION:Just Plain Yoga\, 300 Corporate Center Dr. Suite 102\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cpc-cta-email-15.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260202T223049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192408Z UID:3130-1774116000-1774130400@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Hellbender hootenanny 2 DESCRIPTION:🎶🗓️ 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀 🗓️🎶\n\n\n \n\n\nThe The New Cumberland Collective presents the Second Annual Hellbender Hootenanny! Details below. 👇🏼\n\n\n \n\n\nDate & Time: March 21\, 2026 @ 7:00pm\n\n\nLocation: Abbey Bar – 50 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg\, PA 17101\n\n\nCost: $15\n\n\n \n\n\nAll proceeds from this event will go towards our mission is to acquire\, preserve\, and protect local land and natural resources in South-Central Pennsylvania. We are so grateful to be a part of such a fun event and for the community support that comes from this music-filled night.\n\n\n \n\n\nGet your tickets here today. URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/hellbender-hootenanny-2/ LOCATION:Abbey Bar\, 50 N. Cameron Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17110\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/hellhoot-v3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260306T220957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192413Z UID:3186-1773849600-1773856800@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:March Hike - Diakon Wilderness Easement DESCRIPTION:Come meet with Central Pennsylvania Conservancy staff on South Mountain for a moderately-paced\, 2.5-mile loop hike Wednesday at 4pm!  Learn how public and private organizations work together to preserve local land\, and explore some trails and protected lands symbolic of these important partnerships. The loop will take hikers across a CPC-protected trail\, paths on state game lands\, and a brief stint on the Appalachian Trail. Attendees are encouraged to wear orange or bright colors. \nThe trailhead is located near the Diakon Wilderness Greenhouse on Little Dogwood Run\, at the following coordinates: \n40.12070855987833\, -77.11992567977734 \n  \n\n  \nAbout Cameron Weiser: \nCameron Weiser is the Central Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Land Protection Director\, and works with the organization’s Land Protection Committee to develop new project\, set project priorities\, and secure project funding. Over the last four years in his role\, Cameron has worked with public and private partners to organize and navigate complex real estate transactions and establish new protected lands for conservation and recreation across central PA. \n  \nCPC and Diakon Wilderness Easement: \nThe Diakon Youth Services Wilderness Center sits on a 169-acre wooded property\, surrounded by PA State Game Lands 305 on three sides and the Appalachian Trail Corridor on its eastern boundary. Little Dogwood Run\, a tributary of Conodoguinet Creek\, runs through the property. \nChildren navigate a high ropes course\, balancing on wooden beams and a suspended canoe\, surrounded by trees and blue skies. \n140 acres of the Diakon property is forested\, offering an undisturbed view of woodland from the adjacent Appalachian Trail and Center Point Knob\, a short distance away. The remaining area is the Diakon campus. The mission of the Diakon Wilderness Center is “Nurturing change and growth in youths\, families\, and communities.” With that mission in mind\, the Diakon Wilderness Center facilitates programs that enrich young peoples’ lives including the Center Point Day Program\, Wilderness Greenhouse and Native Plant Nursery\, and Youthful Offenders Program. The latter program gives students a chance to engage in alternative and outdoor education\, connecting them to positive experiences that encourage self-growth. The Greenhouse and Native Plant Nursery offer a variety of forbs\, shrubs\, and trees native to Pennsylvania. Diakon’s dedicated staff guide students in the care of the nursery stock which are sold seasonally. \nWhile the Diakon property is generally not open to the public\, each year Diakon hosts an Outdoor Adventure Challenge\, a 5km trail run. The Wilderness Greenhouse and Native Plant Nursery also have seasonal public open hours. The conservation easement held by CPC includes a trail easement that provides a section of public access that connects State Game Lands 305 and the Appalachian Trail. URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/march-hike/ LOCATION:Diakon Wilderness Easement\, 571 Mountain Rd.\, Boiling Springs\, 17007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/march-18-walk.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260211T023001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192419Z UID:3147-1772276400-1772287200@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:February Photo Hike DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last Saturday of February to enjoy a beautiful hidden gem in Dauphin County.  This guided photo hike led by Tim Bennett will include 3.5-mile figure-eight loop hike through DCNR State Park land. This is a moderately difficult and paced hike with 700′ of elevation gain to the ridgetop and the Appalachian Trail. Sturdy hiking shoes\, microspikes\, and trekking poles are highly recommended.  It is the last day of small game hunting season for most species\, so please wear orange. \nYou do not need to bring a camera- we will be using our phones to capture photos.  Throughout the hike\, Tim will provide pointers and tips to attendees on how to best capture nature photos and great outdoor images. \n  \nAbout Time Bennett: \nTim Bennett is a hiker\, backpacker\, photographer\, and wilderness paddler who has long dreamed of adventure. Following a distinguished career as an internationally recognized author and educator in ophthalmic imaging\, he set out to chase his biggest adventure dream: retracing his late father’s 1937 footsteps on Vermont’s Long Trail. The unlikely adventure that followed is chronicled in his debut memoir\, One Mountain After Another. \nHis writing has appeared in the Long Trail News and on the backpacking site\, The Trek. Leveraging decades of teaching and public speaking experience\, he shares his personal hiking journey and the history of long-distance hiking trails to local and national audiences. When not off chasing wilderness adventures\, he lives in Lancaster\, Pennsylvania\, and dreams of where the trail might lead him next. \n  \nCPC and Ibberson Conservation Area: \nThis 93-acre tract\, located in Halifax Twp\, Dauphin County\, was preserved by the Central Pennsylvania Conservancy in 2015 then later transferred to Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to be preserved for public use and enjoyment.  It is now part of the Memorial Lake State Park Complex\, managed by Park Manager Courtney Troutman. \n\n  URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/february-photo-hike/ LOCATION:Ibberson Conservation Area\, 1609 Back Road\, Halifax\, PA\, 17032\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CPC-Posts-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190237 CREATED:20260117T002916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192424Z UID:3082-1769680800-1769688000@centralpaconservancy.org SUMMARY:Winter Walk @ The Letort DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first guided walk of the year!  Jesse Price will lead us in a chilly walk around the Letort to share recently completed projects\, exciting upcoming plans\, and signs of life already coming out in the Letort.\n\nThis walk is free to the public.  Registration is encouraged\, but not required.\n\nAbout the Guide: Jesse Price is the Land Stewardship Specialist for Central Pennsylvania Conservancy. He leads many volunteer group sessions at our local preserves\, monitors easements on behalf of CPC\, and stewards the preserves to ensure wonderful experiences for all visitors. In his free time\, Price is a bower\, organic farmer\, and enjoys spending time with his fiancé and son. URL:https://centralpaconservancy.org/event/winter-walk-the-letort/ LOCATION:The Letort\, 1110 S Spring Garden St\, Carlisle\, PA\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centralpaconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-Walk-at-The-Letort.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR