We hope you can join us for one of these fun, informative, and inspirational public programs!

For more information or to see if registration is needed, please contact the location hosting the program. 

Dates and Times may be subject to change or cancellation. Check back regularly as more programs will be added to the schedule.

• January 
  • Saturday January 10th - 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Shenango River Watchers Eagle Fest in Transfer, PA
  • Saturday January 31st - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Moraine State Park Winterfest Event
• February
  • Saturday February 28th - 11:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. - Blasco Memorial Library in Erie, PA
• April
  • Saturday April 11th - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. - MK Goddard State Park Wings Over Wilhelm Event
  • Saturday April 25th - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. - Bissell Nature Center in Rock Creek, OH
• May
  • Saturday May 9th - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. - Tamarack Wildlife Center *New Site (18340 State Highway 98) in Meadville, PA
    • Hawk Walk program. Join us as we learn more about Red-Tailed Hawks by viewing our ambassador hawk, Ruby up close! We will explore portions of our new property to show what makes the area a good habitat for hawks and release a hawk patient who is ready to return to the wild. (The release is contingent on the bird passing its final examination)
  • Friday May 22nd - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Jamestown Campground at Pymatuning State Park
  • Saturday May 30th - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Andover Public Library in Andover, OH
• June
  • Saturday June 6th - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Bioblitz Program - Tamarack Wildlife Center *New Site (18340 State Highway 98) in Meadville, PA
    • Biodiversity Bioblitz: Join Tamarack Wildlife Center, Erie Bird Observatory, and Allegheny College for an exciting BioBlitz along the beautiful Cussewago Creek! This self-guided, family-
      friendly event invites participants (minimum 8 years or older) to help document the diversity of plants, birds, insects, and other wildlife that call this area home.
      Experts along the trail will assist you in species identification. Please register in advance. Instructions will be emailed to you.
  • Wednesday June 10th - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Shontz Memorial Library in Conneaut Lake, PA
  • Saturday June 20th - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. - Bird Banding Program - Tamarack Wildlife Center *New Site (18340 State Highway 98) in Meadville, PA
    • Connecting with Birds: Bird Banding and Bird Boxes: Join Tamarack Wildlife Center and Erie Bird Observatory for a bird banding and nest box event at Cussewago Creek! Get an up-close look at wild birds as trained researchers safely band them. Participants will also explore the importance of nest boxes and how to support local bird species in their own backyards. Perfect for all ages, this engaging event offers a unique opportunity to connect with birds and the science that helps protect them. Pre-registration is appreciated.
  • Wednesday June 24th - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Albion Area Public Library in Albion, PA
  • Saturday June 27th - 5:00 p.m. - The Birdwatchers Store in Slippery Rock, PA
• July
  • Wednesday July 1st - 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Butler Area Community Day at Alameda Park, Butler, PA
  • Tuesday July 7th - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Waterford Public Library in Waterford, PA
  • Thursday July 9th - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Saegertown Area Library - Saegertown, PA
  • Saturday July 11th - Pymatuning State Park Onion Festival
  • Tuesday July 14th - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Union City Public Library in Union City, PA
  • Saturday July 18th - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Ripley Public Library - Ripley, NY
  • Friday July 24th - Time TBD - Discover Presque Isle in Erie, PA
• August
  • Saturday August 1st - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Edinboro Historical Society Blueberry Social in Edinboro, PA
  • Wednesday August 19th - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Albion Area Public Library in Albion, PA
• September
  • Saturday September 12th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Show in Warren, PA
  • Sunday September 13th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Show in Warren, PA
  • Saturday September 19th - 11:00 am to 12:00 p.ma - McCord Public Library in Northeast PA
  • Wednesday September 23rd - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m - Goodell Gardens in Edinboro, PA
• October
  • Monday October 5th - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Faith Lutheran Church in Erie, PA
  • Friday Ocrober 16th - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Tamarack Wildlife Center *New Site (18340 State Highway 98) in Meadville, PA
    • Dark Sky Event: Experience a relaxing evening of watching the stars come out near Cussewago Creek. Richard Gosnell, Penn State Behrend astronomy lecturer and a Kripalu trained Mindful Outdoor Guide, will explain the basics of calming your mind for observing nature at twilight and the basics of viewing the stars of the night sky. We will discuss how avian behavior changes during twilight; how birds use the night sky; and the dangers of artificial light to wildlife. Bring a lawn chair and dress for the weather. In the event of rain or inclement weather, the program will be canceled.
  • Thursday October 22nd - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - DCNR Lights Out at the Lighthouse, Erie, PA (Erie Land Lighthouse)
  • Friday October 23rd - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - DCNR Lights Out at the Lighthouse, Erie, PA (Presque Isle Lighthouse)

The fun is just getting started for 2026! Check back regularly for more public programs as groups book in the new year