Weekend Programs At Elk Country Visitor Center In August

Saturday, August 15th ~ 2pm The Irish Elk

Travel back to the Ice Age to discover one of the largest deer to ever roam the Earth! Learn how Irish Elk compare to today's Pennsylvania elk, what caused their extinction, and explore how people portrayed the animals around them through cave art. Make your very own cave paintings to bring home.

Sunday, August 16th ~ 12-2pm Walk up to Elk SMART

Elk SMART is a vital initiative to help remind visitors who come to visit Elk Country to preserve the wild nature of the PA Elk Herd. Walk up and learn the four principles of Elk SMART, how to practice them, and their importance.

Saturday, August 22nd ~ 2pm Snapping Turtles: From Pond to Pot

“Oh snap! That’s a big turtle!” Snapping turtles happen to be the largest turtle in the state of Pennsylvania. Come join our PGC Representative Jacob Deberti and learn all about the common snapping turtle. Jacob will cover everything from their biology/ecology to safe handling tips when catching and locating “snappers.” There may even be snapping turtle stew!

Sunday, August 23rd ~ 2pm Hunting, Hides, and Heritage: The Historical Role of Elk

Discover how elk have been a significant resource for humans throughout history. Uncover how early Native Americas used elk throughout precolonial history. Find out how early Europeans settlers utilized elk during colonization. Uncover elk's cultural significance in the past to the present. Bring to light why people hold so much value to the Wapiti.

Saturday, August 29th ~ 2pm Welcome to the Rut

The rut is nearly upon us. Join us as we discuss the behavior of the elk during their breeding season, appropriate and safe elk- watching etiquette, as well as some additional exciting seasonal happenings here in Elk Country.

Sunday, August 30th ~ 10am Amazing Antlers

Everyone is thrilled to when they see huge bull elk with their giant antlers. During this popular program learn many amazing facts about these spectacular weapons of defense. Handle many sets of huge antlers as you participate in an informative follow-up question-answer session

Sunday, August 30th ~ 6pm Binoculars 101

Learn binocular viewing basics! Test your skills, and hit the trails to view elk and other wildlife! There will be binoculars available to use along with a spotting scope, but feel free to use your own!

If you have any questions, please contact our Con Ed staff at (814) 787 – 5173 Emails: Ben Porkolab ConEd@kecaus.com

Emma Walters ConEdSp@kecaus.com