Our five health institutes. Where what’s next happens. Take a full moon paddle at Brady’s Lake

On Saturday, June 3 at 8 p.m. join the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center and enjoy a unique and leisurely paddle around the remote Brady’s Lake under the full moon. We’ll listen and look for animals that become active when the light fades to night.

Participants can supply their own kayak or canoe, paddle, life jacket and flashlight or headlamp or specify rental needs at time of registration. (Our limited kayak rentals include paddle, life jacket and whistle).

Programs set for Hickory Run State Parks

Registration is not required for these programs. For more information, call 570-403-2006 or visit our calendar of events at http:// events.dcnr.pa.gov.

SATURDAY, MAY 27

MORNING NATURE HIKE

Hawk Falls Trailhead

9 a.m., 1 Hour

Join the park staff for a moderate 1.5-mile hike to Hawk Falls while enjoying the wildlife, plants, and natural features of the forest along the way. Bring water and wear hiking shoes. Meet at Hawk Falls Trail trailhead parking lot on Route 534. In the event of rain, this program will go on as scheduled. In the event of a thunderstorm, canceled.

SATURDAY, MAY 27

BOULDER FIELD BASICS

Boulder Field

11 a.m., 15 Minutes

Meet park staff for a brief talk on the history and significance of this geologic wonder. Please allow 20 minutes to drive to Boulder

Field from Route 534. In the event of rain, this program will go on as scheduled. In the event of a thunderstorm, canceled.

SATURDAY, MAY 27 FOR KIDS: CRITTERS AT THE BEACH Sand Spring Beach

2:30 p.m., 45 Minutes

Join park staff at the Sand Spring Day Use Area to explore critters of the Lake. After learning about these aquatic animals, we’ll get our feet wet while attempting to catch some along the lakeshore for a closer look. Meet at grassy area in front of restrooms. In the event of rain, this program will go on as scheduled. In the event of a thunderstorm, canceled.

SUNDAY, MAY 28

FISH FOR FREE CCC Dam

2 p.m., 2 Hours

Today anyone (resident or non-resident) can legally fish on Pennsylvania waterways with NO FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED. Fish-for-Free Days are great ways for families to “catch” the fun of fishing. Bring your own bait to the CCC Dam pond in the campground and borrow a fishing rod during this family fishing time (first come first served). In the event of rain, this program will go on as scheduled. In the event of a thunderstorm, canceled.

SUNDAY, MAY 28

IN CONCERT: MATT MISKIE Amphitheater

7 p.m., 1 Hour

Matt’s repertoire is family-friendly, instantly recognizable, and enjoyed by audiences of all ages; familiar folk classics that you can sing along with as well as songs of local and regional history, punctuated with thoughtful and melodic original music inspired by nature, adventure, family, and coming of age. A few songs will be included to commemorate Memorial Day. In the event of rain or a thunderstorm, this program will be held in the classroom in the visitor center.

See HICKORY RUN, page 8

Meet at Brady’s Lake parking lot in SGL#127 by 8 p.m. This event may be cancelled if inclement weather.

Advance registration is required and limited; call 570-629-3061. Suggested donation of $15. If equipment is needed, it must be reserved at time of registration. For more information, call 570-629-3061. For information on other programs visit www.mcconservation. org.