Elk Country Visitor Center
Events at this location
april
04apr2:00 pm5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
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Join our staff at the center for our 5th annual Easter Egg Hunt. Eggs will be hidden on the grounds and along trails for youngsters to find. A variety of
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Join our staff at the center for our 5th annual Easter Egg Hunt. Eggs will be hidden on the grounds and along trails for youngsters to find. A variety of treats and prizes will be found within them!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
11apr2:00 pm2025-26 Elk Hunting Recap
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Did you know we have 3 elk hunting seasons? With a total of 140 tags allocated, 13 zones, and check station information lets dive into a total recap of this
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Did you know we have 3 elk hunting seasons? With a total of 140 tags allocated, 13 zones, and check station information lets dive into a total recap of this past year’s elk hunting results. Come find out more about why we hunt the elk and how it benefits the herd!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
12apr11:00 am2:00 pmLet’s Go Fish PA!
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In celebration of opening season of trout in Pennsylvania, the Elk Country Visitor Center is celebrating some of PA’s popular fish species. Join the ConEd. staff as we take turns
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In celebration of opening season of trout in Pennsylvania, the Elk Country Visitor Center is celebrating some of PA’s popular fish species. Join the ConEd. staff as we take turns catching each of our fish cutouts, and learn a fact or two about each one! This activity is great for families with young children.
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
18apr2:00 pmHow to Find a Fossil
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Have you ever wanted to find a fossil? Well join us and a DCNR Geoscientist as we uncover the mysteries beneath our feet! This will be an amazing program for
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Have you ever wanted to find a fossil? Well join us and a DCNR Geoscientist as we uncover the mysteries beneath our feet! This will be an amazing program for all ages interested in geology in the state of Pennsylvania.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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Join a staff member as we hike the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit these fields. We
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Join a staff member as we hike the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit these fields. We will be covering topics such as what elk eat, where they spend their time, and how each season brings something different.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
25apr11:00 am3:00 pmEarth Day & Arbor Day Celebrations
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Come join us for a weekend full of a variety of environmentally friendly crafts, information, and activities, as we celebrate our support for environmental protection and the importance of trees.
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Come join us for a weekend full of a variety of environmentally friendly crafts, information, and activities, as we celebrate our support for environmental protection and the importance of trees.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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Did you ever want to know what salamanders live in PA? Come join the Con-Ed staff as we explore the different salamander species in PA as well as learn different
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Did you ever want to know what salamanders live in PA? Come join the Con-Ed staff as we explore the different salamander species in PA as well as learn different methods on conducting a population count. Come help start a data log for the Elk Country Visitor Center on what salamanders live in Elk Country. After the program, we will be going for a walk to look for salamanders on the visitor center property to find these amazing creatures.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
june
22jun9:00 am3:00 pm2026 Elk Country Junior Conservation Camp
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Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA When: Monday, June 22nd from 9:00-3:00 (Please drop students off at the center by 9:00 and pick them
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Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When: Monday, June 22nd from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop students off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who: Youth ages 13-17 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis)
Students will receive a drawstring bag and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Students will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors! Cost: $10.00 per student (no refunds after June 14th, 2026)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 14th, 2026
Link to Register Online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScW_zjt-YO0dtjpZ22DF4AwDUTNXyK0JnbozedrTdDpbSSp8g/viewform?usp=header
For more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@KECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
30jun9:00 am30jul3:00 pm2026 Kids Summer Elk Camp
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Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00 (Please drop children off at
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Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop children off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who: Kids ages 8-12 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis & children may only attend one day)
Kids will receive a t-shirt and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Kids will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors! Cost: $10.00 per child (no refunds after June 20th, 2026)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th, 2026
Online Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdiIzMGRwPcClR5xsDdT825bE2SSAVIOVM-_-IPBMXNt73-A/viewform?usp=header
For more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@kECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
Time
June 30 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - July 30 (Thursday) 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
july
30jun9:00 am30jul3:00 pm2026 Kids Summer Elk Camp
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Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00 (Please drop children off at
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Event Details
Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop children off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who: Kids ages 8-12 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis & children may only attend one day)
Kids will receive a t-shirt and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Kids will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors! Cost: $10.00 per child (no refunds after June 20th, 2026)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th, 2026
Online Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdiIzMGRwPcClR5xsDdT825bE2SSAVIOVM-_-IPBMXNt73-A/viewform?usp=header
For more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@kECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
Time
June 30 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - July 30 (Thursday) 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
09jul9:00 am3:00 pm2026 Kids Summer Elk Camp
Event Details
Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00 (Please drop children off at the center
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Event Details
Where: Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When: Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00 OR Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop children off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who: Kids ages 8-12 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis & children may only attend one day)
Kids will receive a t-shirt and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Kids will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors! Cost: $10.00 per child (no refunds after June 20th, 2026)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th, 2026
Online Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdiIzMGRwPcClR5xsDdT825bE2SSAVIOVM-_-IPBMXNt73-A/viewform?usp=header
For more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@kECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
Time
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
25jul(jul 25)8:00 am26(jul 26)4:00 pmElk Expo
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Two Day Vendor Event hosting both the PGC and KECA Elk Tag Raffle drawings. 120+ Vendors, Demonstrators and Presenters. LIVE Entertainment and more! Visit ElkExpo.com for more information.
Event Details
Two Day Vendor Event hosting both the PGC and KECA Elk Tag Raffle drawings.
120+ Vendors, Demonstrators and Presenters. LIVE Entertainment and more!
Visit ElkExpo.com for more information.
Time
25 (Saturday) 8:00 am - 26 (Sunday) 4:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
