february, 2026
01feb2:00 pmCross Country Skiing
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Join avid outdoorsman and wildlife educator Ben Porkolab for a guided cross-country ski on the property at the Elk Country Visitor Center. Elk and other wildlife species may be seen
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Join avid outdoorsman and wildlife educator Ben Porkolab for a guided cross-country ski on the property at the Elk Country Visitor Center. Elk and other wildlife species may be seen as well sharing of some local history, tree identification and up-to-date information on the Keystone Elk Country Alliance and the PA elk herd. Length of the tour will be about a mile. Bring your own equipment and dress warm. We will have some skis, poles and ski boots available for those who need to use them. Please call ahead to check on availability of equipment #814-787-5173, this will be SNOW DEPENDENT!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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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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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
14febAll DayPittsburgh Conservation Banquet
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Click Here for Banquet Letter and Paper Application Click Here for Online Application
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Doubletree By Hilton of Cranberry
910 Sheraton Dr, Mars, PA 16046
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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 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
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
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
The Royal Inn
17089 Boot Jack Rd #219, Ridgway, PA 15853
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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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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
28febAll DayBrokenstraw Conservation Banquet
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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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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