The following programs are planned this weekend at Chapman State Park:
Friday, July 27, at 6 p.m. Why do Beavers Build Lodges? Meet the naturalist at the Amphitheater to find out the answer to this question. Enjoy a short hike to view a beaver lodge and end the evening making your own lodge.
Friday at 9 p.m. Movie: Life: Mammals- Join renowned, naturalist David Attenborough on a journey, around the world, to discover amazing mammals. Meet at the Amphitheater. In case of rain meet at Pavilion #4.
On Saturday, July 28, at 4 p.m. Case of the Car Trunk Caper Join the Park Naturalist to discover the world of Wildlife Forensics. Become a Wildlife Conservation Officer and help solve the crimes that have been committed against park wildlife. Meet at the Amphitheater.
Saturday at 7 p.m.GPS Scavenger Hunt: CSI-Mammalogy Division Learn about Citizen Science Investigations while combining it with the sport of geocaching. Participants will become investigators trying to solve a case in the Mammalogy Division. Meet the Park Naturalist at the Amphitheater.
Every Sunday there is a worship service at 10 a.m. Join Pastor Dave at the Amphitheater for a non-denominational worship service in the outdoors. (Pavilion 4 in case of rain).
Upcoming Events:
DiscoverE: Aug. 21-23.
Exploring the Night Sky: Aug. 11
Wild Mushrooms: Aug. 18
Sunset and Moonlight Paddle: Aug. 24.
Concession stand (boat rentals/snacks/ice/firewood, etc.)
Open Friday 1 to 8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (closed Tuesdays) noon-6 p.m.
Use your camping receipt to receive a 10-percent discount on boat and bike rental.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks at 1-888-PA-PARKS (voice), 717-558-2710 (local or international voice), or 711 (AT&T Relay Services). With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
For more information on Chapman State Park or any of Pennsylvania's other state parks, call 1-888-PA-PARKS between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday; or visit DCNR's website: www.dcnr.state.pa.us (Select Parks).