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march, 2024

Appalachian Chapter Conservation Banquet

02marAll DayAppalachian Chapter Conservation Banquet

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Time

All Day (Saturday)

Location

Whispering Pines of Carlisle

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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 8am - 4pm
April - May: Thur thru Mon 9am - 5pm
June - Aug: Daily 8am - 8pm
Sept - Oct: Daily 8am - Dusk
Nov - Dec: Thurs thru Mon 8am - 4pm

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october

An 18th Century Woodsman's Time in Elk Country Elk Country Visitor Center

19oct2:00 pmAn 18th Century Woodsman's Time in Elk Country

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Clad in the garb of an 18th century woodsman our presenter will talk about the history of elk in the local area. He will also demonstrate skills used in the

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Clad in the garb of an 18th century woodsman our presenter will talk about the history of elk in the local area. He will also demonstrate skills used in the 1790’s and you will learn the ins & outs of muzzleloaders both primitive and modern.

Time

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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All About PA Birds Elk Country Visitor Center

20oct2:00 pmAll About PA Birds

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Learn about the different birds of Pennsylvania and how to easily identify them by their calls and unique characteristics. Also learn about their varying habitats and how they survive. We

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Learn about the different birds of Pennsylvania and how to easily identify them by their calls and unique characteristics. Also learn about their varying habitats and how they survive. We will also share how to help conserve and protect bird populations local and globally. Additionally, discover different apps and websites to help you learn more about birds and how to conserve them. Presented by one of our Penn State Interns.

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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Elk Walk & Talk Elk Country Visitor Center

26oct2:00 pmElk Walk & Talk

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Join a staff member as we walk 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 walk 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

(Saturday) 2:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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PA Cryptids Elk Country Visitor Center

26oct5:00 pmPA Cryptids

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Can you feel that chill in the air as the colorful leaves whip past your head? It's autumn in the Pennsylvania Wilds! Come have a cup of warm homemade apple

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Can you feel that chill in the air as the colorful leaves whip past your head? It’s autumn in the Pennsylvania Wilds! Come have a cup of warm homemade apple cider and join us around the fireplace as we introduce you to Pennsylvania Cryptids! According to the Merriam- Webster Dictionary, the word cryptid refers to an animal that is claimed to exist, but there is no definitive proof. Learn about the spooky history of Pennsylvania’s lesser known citizens like the Squonk, the Giwoggle, the Bryn Athyn Beast, The Waterford Sheepman and Raystown Ray.

Time

(Saturday) 5:00 pm

Location

Elk Country Visitor Center

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HALLOWEEN ELKSTRAVAGANZA Elk Country Visitor Center

27oct1:00 pm4:00 pmHALLOWEEN ELKSTRAVAGANZA

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Join us for a free, fun-filled day of spooktacular crafts, games, and treats! Feel free to come in your costume if you’d like as well! We will have a costume

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Join us for a free, fun-filled day of spooktacular crafts, games, and treats! Feel free to come in your costume if you’d like as well! We will have a costume parade with BENNY the Bull Elk leading the way at 2:00 p.m.

Time

(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 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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