March

Tuesday & Wednesday, March 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23–24, 30–31; Project FeederWatch
Nixon Park, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Join Project FeederWatch volunteers as they collect data to assist the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in the study and conservation of birds. NF, NPR.

Tuesday, March 2; Vermicomposting: Worms with an Appetite
Nixon Park, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
 Badges: Brownies Watching Wildlife (4)
Jen Cristofoletti with York County Solid Waste Authority will introduce participants to “red wigglers.” These special worms transform food scraps into compost. During this hands-on program, individuals will be able to make a worm farm for use at home. NF, please pre-register by calling 428-1961.

Saturday, March 6; Waterfowl Tour of Kain Park
Nixon Park, 9–11:30 a.m.
 Badges: Juniors: Wildlife (7,8) Cadettes & Seniors: All About Birds (S:2,3T:1,3,5)
Park Naturalist Patti Chamberlin will lead a search along the shores of Lake Williams and Lake Redman for waterfowl during spring migration. Groups will carpool to different viewing areas around these lakes. Bring binoculars, a spotting scope, and field guides, and dress for the weather. Lending binoculars available. Call 428-1961 to pre-register. NF.

Thursday, March 11; Mid-Winter Volunteer Reception
Penn State York
Invitation-only reception celebrating Parks volunteers.

Thursday, March 18; Wallace-Cross Mill Spring Covered Dish
Cross Roads United Methodist Church, 6 p.m.
Bring a covered dish and enjoy an evening talking about old mills with the Friends of Wallace Cross Mill. After supper, a program will be presented centering on local history. NF, register by calling 840-7440.

Saturday, March 20; Public Star Watch and New Telescope Clinic
Rudy Park, 7–9 p.m.
 Badges: Brownies: Space Explorer (Partial) Juniors: Sky Search (Partial), “Doing” Hobbies (Partial); Cadettes, Seniors, & Ambassadors: Space Exploration (Partial)
Come to the observatory and see planets, the Moon, galaxies and nebulae and learn some interesting facts about each object. Please bring a blanket or chair if you desire. If you need help with your telescope, bring it along and our experts will help you out. Also, members of the York County Astronomical Society can advise you what type of telescope to purchase. Event held if skies are partly cloudy to clear. Groups with ten or more people should call to 578-9109. Also call for a program update at 5 pm. NF, NPR.

Saturday, March 20; History and Mystery of Raab Park
Raab Park, 1–3 p.m.
 Badges: Cadette & Senior: Heritage Hunt (T1)
Go back in time with Jeri Jones, Parks Program Coordinator, and learn about one of the 19th century’s leading industries in York County. Find out how miners removed and shipped ore and see how this history has been preserved today. Learn about the park’s efforts to conserve the bats living in some mineshafts. Meet at the parking lot on Hoff Rd. for a two-mile hike with steep terrain. Please wear proper hiking attire. NF, please call 428-1961 to pre-register.

Sunday, March 21; Signs of Spring
Nixon Park, 2:30–4 p.m.
Join Parks Program Coordinator Jeri Jones on a stroll along the stream and ponds to search for signs of spring’s arrival. NF, NPR.

Sunday, March 21; Spring Public Star Watch
Highpoint Scenic Vista and Recreation Area 7:30–10 p.m.
 Badges: Brownies: Space Explorer (Partial) Juniors: Sky Search (Partial), “Doing” Hobbies (Partial); Cadettes, Seniors, & Ambassadors: Space Exploration (Partial)
Join the Parks and York County Astronomical Society as they gather on this vista to view the heavens during the first night of spring. Various telescopes and binoculars will be set up to view celestial objects. Event will be held weather permitting. For same day event update, call 887-7103. NF, NPR.

Thursday, March 25; Full Moon Trek
Nixon Park, 7–8:30 p.m.
Come and explore the park at night. Look and listen for the different creatures that work the night shift. Dress for the weather, bring a flashlight, and wear sturdy shoes. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. NF, NPR.

Saturday, March 27; Garden Cleanup
Nixon Park, 9 a.m.–12 noon
Volunteers and friends come and join us to prepare the park’s gardens for another year of new growth. NF, please call 428-1961 to pre-register.

Sunday, March 28; Natural Egg Dipping
Nixon Park, 1–2 p.m. & 3–4 p.m.
Enjoy the art of dyeing Easter eggs naturally using onionskins, blueberries, coffee, etc. with Park naturalist Patti Chamberlin. Bring your own blown or hardboiled eggs and be sure to wear old clothes. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. $3 fee per person, please call 428-1961 to pre-register.