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SUMMARY:Mock Archeological Dig
DESCRIPTION:This is a unique opportunity to experience the science of uncovering history that people have left behind beneath our feet. We have numerous artifacts buried that you will try to discover and recognize. Great activity for families!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/mock-archeological-dig/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Open to The Public,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Plant & Forgeables Walk - Summer
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/master-gardeners-plant-forgeables-walk-summer/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to The Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T150000
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CREATED:20260708T001029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T001029Z
UID:40478-1785506400-1785510000@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Walk around the Elk Country Visitor Center and learn how to identify some common tree species! Our summer intern will give a short presentation about how to identify a tree\, following with a short walk using your new skills!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/tree-id/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Open to The Public,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T183429Z
CREATED:20260522T183429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T183429Z
UID:304-1784970000-1785081600@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Elk Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day vendor event featuring both the PGC and KECA Elk Tag Raffle drawings. Explore 120+ vendors\, live demonstrations\, educational presenters\, and enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend\, with plenty to see and experience for the whole family.
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/elk-expo/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to The Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260708T000947Z
CREATED:20260708T000947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000947Z
UID:40476-1784469600-1784473200@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Elk History - The Past 250 Years
DESCRIPTION:Elk were in Pennsylvania since Columbus struck ground! With the rich history across the state\, take a deep dive into the relationship elk and Americas founding have with each other!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/elk-history-the-past-250-years/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Open to The Public,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260708T000851Z
CREATED:20260708T000851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000851Z
UID:40474-1784376000-1784390400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:PA Mushroom Club
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Central PA Mushroom Club will be onsite to provide information on mushrooming in our part of the state. We will forage on the grounds of the Elk Country Visitor Center and then identify the mushrooms found. This will be a great educational event!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/pa-mushroom-club/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Open to The Public,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T183246Z
CREATED:20260522T182659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T183246Z
UID:300-1784196000-1784210400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Little Buglers Day Camp
DESCRIPTION: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! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. Please pack a lunch and dress to be outside. \nRegistration Deadline: July 12\, 2026 \nEmail ehunt@pa.gov for more information
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/little-buglers-day-camp/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260708T000728Z
CREATED:20260708T000728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000728Z
UID:40472-1783864800-1783868400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Make & Take Bat Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Come Learn about Pennsylvania’s Bats while making a new home for the Bats in your area! We are limiting this weekend program to 1 box per family. Sign up to reserve your bat box by emailing (ConEdSp@kecaus.com). Limited bat Boxes!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/make-take-bat-boxes/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260708T000627Z
CREATED:20260708T000627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000627Z
UID:40470-1783778400-1783782000@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Gyotako (Fish Print Painting)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in creating colorful “real fish print artwork”. Or bring your own white t-shirt and make a one-of-a-kind fishy shirt! This Japanese art form is over 100 years old and was used by fishermen to record and display their best catches!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/gyotako-fish-print-painting/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Weekends,Open to The Public,Weekend Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181843Z
CREATED:20260522T181843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181843Z
UID:298-1783587600-1783609200@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Kids Summer Elk Camp - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8-12 (Limited space is available on a first-come\, first-served 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) \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th\, 2026 \nFor more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@kECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/kids-summer-elk-camp-day-2/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181513Z
CREATED:20260522T181513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181513Z
UID:296-1782810000-1782831600@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Kids Summer Elk Camp - Day 1
DESCRIPTION: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) \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th\, 2026 \nFor more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@kECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/kids-summer-elk-camp-day-1/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161522Z
CREATED:20260610T161522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T161522Z
UID:39902-1782655200-1782658800@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Archery Basics
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever shot a bow and arrow? Whether you are a seasoned pro who wants a little extra practice or a beginner who wants to learn how to shoot a bow\, join us on our archery range. Weather permitting!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/archery-basics/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends,Open to The Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161430Z
CREATED:20260610T161430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T161430Z
UID:39900-1782568800-1782576000@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Geocaching - America 250 Geotrail
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an introductory slideshow on this topic\, then test your skills on our trails as you try to find our America 250 Geotrail geocache! A staff member will be assisting. If you have your own GPS device\, please bring it.
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/intro-to-geocaching-america-250-geotrail/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T180553Z
CREATED:20260522T180553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T180553Z
UID:293-1782554400-1782579600@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Elk Country Cruise Inn
DESCRIPTION:FREE to the public.
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/elk-country-cruise-inn/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to The Public
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161315Z
CREATED:20260610T161315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T161315Z
UID:39898-1782475200-1782486000@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Tricky Ticks
DESCRIPTION:Ticks are on the rise this year! Come learn with our education staff how to keep your family safe from these tricky ticks with an introduction to symptoms\, treatment\, and the various species of ticks.
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/tricky-ticks/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Educational Weekends
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T175740Z
CREATED:20260522T175254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T175740Z
UID:287-1782118800-1782140400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Elk Country Junior Conservation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Please drop students off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00 \nWho: Youth ages 13-17 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis) \nStudents 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) \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 14th\, 2026 \nFor more information or paper registration- Email ConEdSp@KECAUS.com or Call 814-787-5173
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/elk-country-junior-conservation-camp/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keystone Elk Country Alliance":MAILTO:ConEdSp@kECAUS.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161129Z
CREATED:20260610T161129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T161129Z
UID:39896-1782043200-1782050400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:Father's Day Make & Take: Elk Antler Keychains
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Father’s Day the elk way here at the Elk Country Visitor Center! One of the biggest questions at the Elk Country Visitor Center is\, “When do the elk shed their antlers?” The answer to that question is easy! Elk typically shed their antlers in the months of March and April. Finding an antler\, whether it’s an elk or a deer\, can be quite the challenge for any young or old antler shed hunter. So\, the Elk Country Visitor Center may have a solution. Come join the ConEd staff as we build our very own antler cross-section or point necklace\, keychain\, or mirror decoration!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/fathers-day-make-take-elk-antler-keychains/
LOCATION:Elk Country Visitor Center\, 134 Homestead Dr\, Benezette\, PA\, 15821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to The Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T184953Z
CREATED:20260513T184953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T184953Z
UID:134-1780041600-1780070400@experienceelkcountry.com
SUMMARY:KECA Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:The Keystone Elk Country Alliance (KECA) Golf Outing returns on May 29th 2026\, at the beautiful Emporium Country Club for a day of friendly competition and outdoor camaraderie. Golfers will enjoy a scenic round on the lush fairways and rolling greens of this premier course\, all while supporting KECA’s mission which is “To Conserve and Enhance Pennsylvania’s Elk Country For Future Generations”. Come join us for a day of fun\, great prizes\, raffles\, and a chance to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. This event is perfect for golfers of all skill levels. Don’t miss this opportunity to tee off for a great cause while experiencing one of the region’s most stunning courses!
URL:https://experienceelkcountry.com/event/keca-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Emporium Country Club\, 229 Country Club Lane\, Emporium\, PA\, 15834\, United States
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