Outdoors
Wetland Wonders
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingDuring this special, extended hours engagement, come explore the wonders of our wetlands! Play and explore your way through the Nature All Around Us exhibit, take the wetlands I-Spy challenge, ... Read more
Ice Harvesting at Dreibelbis Farm
Historic Dreibelbis Farm 356 Hard Hill Rd, HamburgThe annual Ice Harvest at the Historic Dreibelbis Farm will include a demonstration of antique ice harvesting tools and (weather permitting) cutting and harvesting ice blocks from the ice pond. ... Read more
Tree Connections
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingIn the Spring of 2024, Berks Nature wil host part of the immersive, hands-on Nature All Around Us exhibit at The Nature Place. From your own backyard to your local ... Read more
Nature Explorers
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingDrop your kids off at The Nature Place for a full day of exploring Angelica Creek Park, scientific experiments, and other hands-on activities perfect for the curious, adventure-seeker! In 2024, ... Read more
Read With A Ranger
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingThroughout the Winter and Spring the Berks County Park Rangers will be presenting Read with a Ranger one TUESDAY a month. Join the Rangers on an adventure! Kids ages 3-5 are invited to enjoy a themed story, go for a walk on the trail and complete a craft to become an honorary Junior Ranger. Each ... Read more
Blue Marsh Guided Hikes
Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking SpringJoin us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along ... Read more
Maple Sugaring
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingLearn how to identify the right kinds of trees to tap and make your very own syrup. Observe the process of taking sap to syrup and see just how much ... Read more
Full Moon Hike
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingWalk the Union Canal Trail on the evening of the Full Moon! Wear sturdy hiking or walking shoes and bring a flashlight. We'll be outside the entire time, so dress ... Read more
Berks Parks Volunteer Open House
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingCome out and learn more about volunteering for the Berks County Park System! We're looking for energetic volunteers to assist us in a variety of roles. Would you be interested ... Read more
Winter Nature Walk
Historic Dreibelbis Farm 356 Hard Hill Rd, HamburgJoin us on March 3 for a Winter Nature Walk through the Maiden Creek nature trail at the Historic Dreibelbis Farm. Learn about the wood duck habitat and help restock ... Read more
Charter Day at Daniel Boone
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroThe Daniel Boone Homestead Associates are excited to kick off their 2024 season with their annual Charter Day Open House event. Charter Day recognizes the day William Penn received his land grant for Pennsylvania from King Charles II of England in 1681. In observance of Pennsylvania’s founding, the Daniel Boone Homestead will offer an exciting ... Read more
Read With A Ranger
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingThroughout the Winter and Spring the Berks County Park Rangers will be presenting Read with a Ranger one TUESDAY a month. Join the Rangers on an adventure! Kids ages 3-5 are invited to enjoy a themed story, go for a walk on the trail and complete a craft to become an honorary Junior Ranger. Each ... Read more
Scavenger Easter Egg Hunt
Jim Dietrich Park 4899 Stoudts Ferry Bridge Rd, ReadingThis quest for candy and gift packed eggs is not your traditional egg hunt! Each child is given a clue card that will lead them around Jim Dietrich Park, near ... Read more
Wyomissing Easter Egg Hunt
Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park 53 Valley Road, WyomissingThis annual Egg Hunt is a cherished tradition that brings families and neighbors together to celebrate the joys of spring. The event promises a morning filled with laughter, surprises, and ... Read more
Pottstown Easter Fair & Egg Hunt
We are hosting our 2nd annual Easter Fair. Please join us! There will be an egg hunt for babies and toddlers aged 0-2. There will be a Storybook Walk egg hunt for kids aged 3-6. For all kids 7 and older, there will be a fun obstacle course to tackle with egg prizes at the ... Read more
Ryerss’ Farm Easter Egg Hunt
Ryerss Farm 1710 Ridge Road, PottstownThis is a great opportunity to spend time with your family, friends, and the Ryerss Community while celebrating the holiday. There will be Easter eggs to hunt, prizes to win, ... Read more
Blue Marsh Guided Hikes
Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking SpringJoin us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along ... Read more