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ABOUT US

Welcome to the Pennsylvania Wilds and the home of the Keystone Elk Country Alliance (KECA). We are a Pennsylvania based 501(c)(3) non-profit wildlife conservation organization that operates/manages the Elk Country Visitor Center and the surrounding properties in Benezette, Pennsylvania to benefit the future of Elk Country, and the enjoyment of hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

VISITOR CENTER HOURS:

  • Jan - Mar: Sat & Sun 9am - 5pm
  • April - May: Thur thru Mon 9am - 5pm
  • June - Aug: Daily 8am - 8pm
  • Sept - Oct: Daily 8am - Dusk
  • Nov - Dec: Thurs thru Mon 8am - Dusk

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february

Groundhogs Elk Country Visitor Center

07feb2:00 pmGroundhogs

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Did you know that since the year 1886 the most famous of all groundhogs, Punxsutawney Phil, has seen his shadow 98 times? Come and learn many other facts, just as

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Did you know that since the year 1886 the most famous of all groundhogs, Punxsutawney Phil, has seen his shadow 98 times? Come and learn many other facts, just as fascinating, about the ecology and behavior of our wild Pennsylvania groundhogs. Follow-up children’s activities will be available.

Time

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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The Deer Family Elk Country Visitor Center

08feb2:00 pmThe Deer Family

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Learn about the North American Deer family. These cousins each have unique ways of survival, yet share similar traits with their family members.

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Learn about the North American Deer family. These cousins each have unique ways of survival, yet share similar traits with their family members.

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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Pittsburgh Conservation Banquet Doubletree By Hilton of Cranberry 910 Sheraton Dr, Mars, PA 16046

14febAll DayPittsburgh Conservation Banquet

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Click Here for Banquet Letter and Paper Application Click Here for Online Application  

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Time

All Day (Saturday)

Location

Doubletree By Hilton of Cranberry

910 Sheraton Dr, Mars, PA 16046

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Loyal in Love Elk Country Visitor Center

14feb2:00 pmLoyal in Love

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Enjoy this "valentine-theme" PowerPoint presentation on various species of animals world-wide that actually mate for life. Learn about the many kinds of birds and mammals that remain dedicated to each

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Enjoy this “valentine-theme” PowerPoint presentation on various species of animals world-wide that actually mate for life. Learn about the many kinds of birds and mammals that remain dedicated to each other throughout their entire lifespans.

Time

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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Elk SMART Elk Country Visitor Center

15feb2:00 pmElk SMART

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Elk Smart is a vital initiative to help remind visitors who come to visit Elk Country to preserve the wild nature of the PA Elk Herd. Learn the four principles

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Elk Smart is a vital initiative to help remind visitors who come to visit Elk Country to preserve the wild nature of the PA Elk Herd. Learn the four principles of Elk Smart, how to practice them, and their importance. There will also be free Elk Smart giveaways.

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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Elk Country Conservation Banquet The Royal Inn 17089 Boot Jack Rd #219, Ridgway, PA 15853

21febAll DayElk Country Conservation Banquet

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Click here for the Banquet Letter Click here for the Banquet Application Click here for the Corporate Application

Event Details

Click here for the Banquet Letter

Click here for the Banquet Application

Click here for the Corporate Application

Time

All Day (Saturday)

Location

The Royal Inn

17089 Boot Jack Rd #219, Ridgway, PA 15853

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All About Elk Elk Country Visitor Center

21feb2:00 pmAll About Elk

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Come and learn about Pennsylvania's elk herd. Learn fascinating facts about their antlers, history, family, and their behavior throughout the year.

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Come and learn about Pennsylvania’s elk herd. Learn fascinating facts about their antlers, history, family, and their behavior throughout the year.

Time

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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PA Wilds History Elk Country Visitor Center

22feb2:00 pmPA Wilds History

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Come join one of our educators to learn about the past. We will dive in to the humble beginnings to the modern day of Elk country. Discover the rich history

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Come join one of our educators to learn about the past. We will dive in to the humble beginnings to the modern day of Elk country. Discover the rich history of Elk country exploring its early settlers, local industries, notable events, that shaped the history of the land, people, and wildlife that call it home today.

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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Brokenstraw Conservation Banquet Cross Creek Resort 3815 State Hwy 8, Titusville, PA 16354

28febAll DayBrokenstraw Conservation Banquet

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Click here for Banquet Letter and Application Click here for Online Application

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Click here for Banquet Letter and Application

Click here for Online Application

Time

All Day (Saturday)

Location

Cross Creek Resort

3815 State Hwy 8, Titusville, PA 16354

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All About Antlers Elk Country Visitor Center

28feb2:00 pmAll About Antlers

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Everyone is thrilled to when they see huge bull elk with their giant antlers. During this popular program learn many amazing facts about these spectacular weapons of defense. Handle many

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Everyone is thrilled to when they see huge bull elk with their giant antlers. During this popular program learn many amazing facts about these spectacular weapons of defense. Handle many sets of huge antlers as you participate in an informative follow-up question-answer session.

Time

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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134 Homestead Drive
Benezette, PA 15821
(814) 787-5167
info@kecaus.com

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