Event Type Education
may
01may1:00 pmKids Elk Craft & Story Time
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Come Join our educators for a cozy story time in the Parker Outdoor Classroom. We will read the children's book Ellie the Elk and enjoy some fun elk crafts! Great
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Come Join our educators for a cozy story time in the Parker Outdoor Classroom. We will read the children’s book Ellie the Elk and enjoy some fun elk crafts! Great for younger Buglers!
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
02may2:00 pmEphemeral Flower Hike
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Join one of our educators as we take a hike and discover together some of Pa's most elusive flowers and plants. Learn about how and when to find different Ephemeral
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Join one of our educators as we take a hike and discover together some of Pa’s most elusive flowers and plants. Learn about how and when to find different Ephemeral Flowers and why they’re important. Even try capturing stunning photos along the way!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
03may10:00 am2:00 pmBird Banding
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Join David and Fay Hauber as they use bird banding to explore some of the bird life at The Elk County Visitors Center. Learn the whys and wherefores of Bird
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Join David and Fay Hauber as they use bird banding to explore some of the bird life at The Elk County Visitors Center. Learn the whys and wherefores of Bird Banding with close-up encounters. Watch as David catches and bands some of our feathered friends that call the area home.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
09may11:00 am3:00 pmAntlers VS Horns Walk Up
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The age-old debate for the term of an elk’s headgear. Come learn the differences of antlers and horns and why they are often mistaken for one another. It will be
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The age-old debate for the term of an elk’s headgear. Come learn the differences of antlers and horns and why they are often mistaken for one another. It will be a head scratcher!
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
10may2:00 pmMake & Take: Mother’s Day Flowers
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Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day where you can choose, pot, and take a flower for your wonderful Mom. Thank You Moms Everywhere!
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Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day where you can choose, pot, and take a flower for your wonderful Mom. Thank You Moms Everywhere!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
16may10:30 am12:00 pmMaster Gardeners Plant & Forageables Walk
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Come explore the plant life at your feet with the Elk County Master Gardeners at the Elk County Visitor Center. Learn about plants that can feed, support, and even heal
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Come explore the plant life at your feet with the Elk County Master Gardeners at the Elk County Visitor Center. Learn about plants that can feed, support, and even heal us and the earth. This program is one of the three opportunities to learn about foraging in spring May 16th, summer August 1st, and fall October 3rd. Please join us for one or all three programs, starting at the Vista Pavilion, plus participants are invited to picnic on the Elk Country Visitor Center lawn after each program.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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Get ready for an exciting introduction to disc golf with one our educators! Try your skill on our short course and explore the many benefits of this rapidly growing sport.
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Get ready for an exciting introduction to disc golf with one our educators! Try your skill on our short course and explore the many benefits of this rapidly growing sport. Also gain valuable insight on where to find other courses nearby. Come to the front desk to get started!
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
23may2:00 pmElk Through the Seasons
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Local wildlife photographer and outdoor enthusiast Jeff Lipniskis takes you on a captivating journey through an entire year in the life of Pennsylvania’s most iconic animal. Through photography and immersive
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Local wildlife photographer and outdoor enthusiast Jeff Lipniskis takes you on a captivating journey through an entire year in the life of Pennsylvania’s most iconic animal. Through photography and immersive video, you’ll witness changes across the seasons—from the tender moments of spring calves, to summertime in open meadows, the drama of the autumn rut, and the quiet endurance of winter. This visual storytelling experience reveals not just the beauty of the elk, but the landscapes, cycles, and untold stories that shape their world.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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Bobcats are one of Pennsylvania’s most elusive predators. Not many people can say they’ve seen a bobcat in the wild. Not only are they elusive but they are also PA’s
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Bobcats are one of Pennsylvania’s most elusive predators. Not many people can say they’ve seen a bobcat in the wild. Not only are they elusive but they are also PA’s last confirmed feline predator. If bobcats interest you, come learn all about them at the Elk Country Visitor Center.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
30may11:00 am3:00 pmWalk up to Elk Basics
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New to learning about elk? Walk up for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll
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New to learning about elk? Walk up for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll learn something new too!
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
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Elk calving season is right around the corner. Come join us for an informative presentation on elk calves. In addition, learn about how the PGC monitors these little cuties.
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Elk calving season is right around the corner. Come join us for an informative presentation on elk calves. In addition, learn about how the PGC monitors these little cuties.
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
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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
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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
16jul10:00 am2:00 pmLittle Buglers Day Camp
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Bring your "Little Bugler" out for a FREE and fun day of learning all about elk! The day will be packed with crafts, stories, games, and hands-on learning activities designed
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Bring your “Little Bugler” out for a FREE and fun day of learning all about elk! The day will be packed with crafts, stories, games, and hands-on learning activities designed for ages 3-7!
Where:
Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When:
Thursday, July 16th from 10:00-2:00
Who:
Kids ages 3-7
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please pack a lunch and dress to be outside.
Cost:
FREE!
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12, 2026
Registration Link: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/little-buglers-day
Email ehunt@pa.gov for more information
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
august
01aug10:30 am12:00 pmMaster Gardeners Plant & Forageables Walk
Event Details
Come explore the plant life at your feet with the Elk County Master Gardeners at the Elk County Visitor Center. Learn about plants that can feed, support, and even heal
Event Details
Come explore the plant life at your feet with the Elk County Master Gardeners at the Elk County Visitor Center. Learn about plants that can feed, support, and even heal us and the earth. This program is one of the three opportunities to learn about foraging in spring May 16th, summer August 1st, and fall October 3rd. Please join us for one or all three programs, starting at the Vista Pavilion, plus participants are invited to picnic on the Elk Country Visitor Center lawn after each program.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
