Upcoming Events
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Beatty Memorial Arbor Day Planting and Celebration
April 26, 2008 (Saturday)
9 am - noon
along Spring Creek at the Penn State Sheep Farm
Do you want to do something that will benefit your community for decades? Plant a tree!
ClearWater Conservancy is partnering with local organizations and Penn State to celebrate the end of a successful restoration project on Spring Creek. This year’s Beatty Memorial Arbor Day event focuses on improving and stabilizing a tract of land on Penn State’s sheep farm and will culminate with a volunteer tree planting on Arbor Day, Sat., April 26th.
This planting will complete Phase I of the Penn State Sheep Farm riparian restoration project. The event is rain or shine and open to all interested volunteers.
Call Katie Ombalski at (814) 237-0400 or email katie@clearwaterconservancy.org to find out more details or to volunteer.
Adventures in Conservation program...
International Migratory Bird Day Festival
May 4, 2008 (Sunday)
7:45 am - noon
Scotia Barrens - meet at the Scotia Range Building
in State Game Lands 176
Bird-Lovers Unite!
Join us for a day of avian interaction when we host our Adventures in Conservation International Migratory Bird Day Celebration event at the Scotia Barrens (State Game Lands 176) on Sunday, May 4 from 7:45 a.m. to noon. The itinerary for the day includes birding walks and waterfowl spotting, a mist netting demonstration, a guided tour of the Pennsylvania Game Commission's ruffed grouse research study area and family activities including bird bingo, bluebird box construction, and bird feeder construction.
The event is an annual activity in conjunction with Environment for the Americas and this year's theme is "Tundra to Tropics: Connecting Birds, Habitats and People."
Please see the complete itinerary here. RSVP for the event at 237-0400 or sarah@clearwaterconservancy.org.
Call Melinda Turner at (814) 234-4090 or email Melinda_Turner@fws.gov for more information.
Adventures in Conservation program...
Traditional Mother's Day Wildflower Walk
May 11, 2008 (Sunday)
1 - 3 pm
"The Rock" off Rock Road (click the link above to
find a map)
Every year, ClearWater Conservancy shows its appreciation for the hardworking mothers of Centre County by taking them on a guided walking tour along the upper reaches of the Spring Creek Canyon. The hike takes place at a favorite local spot, “the Rock” off Rock Road near Houserville, and introduces you and your mom to the beauty of native wildflower species including wild columbine, jack-in-the-pulpit and rue anemone. The time together makes the perfect gift and is an ideal way to enjoy the spring weather!
Now in its twenty-fourth year, the walk leads participants along a section of Spring Creek within the property of Rockview State Correctional Institution, by special permission. “This is a once-a-year opportunity to have bridge access to the limestone cliffs along a stretch of stream with a good diversity of spring wildflowers,” according to wildflower walk guide George Hildenbrandt. George and other volunteers from the PA Native Plant Society will be on hand to answer questions and point out special wildflowers.
As a special treat this year, and to help handle the blossoming crowd we have been attracting in the past few years, we are adding two alternative walks from the same starting point.
A group of walkers may join Bob Hazelton, a volunteer with the Centre County Historical Society, in a walk from the stream to the uplands to the Philip Benner cemetery.
We are also offering a group walk downstream along Spring Creek to the Benner Springs Fish Hatchery for a special talk and tour by PA Fish & Boat Commission.
This event will be held rain or shine. The walk covers sloping terrain and is recommended only for the sure-footed. Sturdy shoes and water are a must; cameras and binoculars are optional!
All are welcome... not just moms!
Call Jennifer Shuey at (814) 237-0400 or email jennifer@clearwaterconservancy.org for more information.
Kettle Run Farm Celebration
May 31, 2008 (Saturday)
noon - 3 pm (rain or shine)
Kettle Run Farm
Come see Kettle Run Farm and celebrate one of ClearWater’s newest protected properties.
Potluck Picnic, Talk, & Tour
RSVP to Sarah at 237-0400 or sarah@clearwaterconservancy.org by May 27.
Picnic and Celebration at the Barbara & John Fisher Farm
July 27, 2008 (Sunday)
noon - 3 pm (rain or shine)
Fisher Farm, 2929 Buffalo Run Road
Barbara is a founding member of the ClearWater Conservancy, and she and John recently completed a conservation easement on 197 acres of their property. Come help us all celebrate with a potluck picnic, music by Richard Wylie, talk by Bill Hilshey and Jeffrey Marshall about conservation easements, & guided walk by the stream.
RSVP to Sarah at 237-0400 or sarah@clearwaterconservancy.org by July 23.
"Goin' Green with ClearWater Conservancy" Night at the State College Spikes!
July 18, 2008 (Friday)
7:05 pm
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
$9.00 per Field Box Ticket (ClearWater receives $2 per ticket!) Tri-City Valley Cats vs. State College Spikes.
Watch for upcoming details... early plans include:
- A "Green-Out"... everybody wears green!
- A ClearWater Conservancy display on the concourse.
- A raffle for a box at an upcoming Spikes home game. Includes 20 tickets and VIP parking... a $600 value!
To reserve your tickets, call ClearWater Conservancy at (814) 237-0400 or email sarah@clearwaterconservancy.org.
5th Annual Otto's Golf-Fest to benefit ClearWater Conservancy
August 25, 2008 (Monday)
State College Elks Country Club in Boalsburg
Join ClearWater Conservancy for the 5th annual Otto’s Golf-Fest! Whether you’re a golf pro or just want to enjoy the summer sunshine, you're sure to find something for you.
Spring Creek Day Family Festival
September 28, 2008 (Sunday)
noon - 5 pm
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
Fun for the whole family abounds when ClearWater and Centre Region Parks and Recreation partner up to host this annual festival! Locals and friends are invited to enjoy live music, a comedy show, food concessions and children’s crafts while learning about the environment through nature walks, boardwalk tours, hands-on outdoor demonstrations and exhibits and presentations by local conservation organizations. There is no admissions fee -- we simply want you to enjoy yourself while learning more about how you can make a difference!
For the Love of Art & Chocolate
January 23, 2009 (Friday)
6:30 - 10:30 pm
President's Hall, The Penn Stater Conference Center
Hotel (free valet parking)
Come join ClearWater for an evening of music, art, and best of all... all the chocolate you care to eat! The 2009 event will be at The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel on Friday, January 23 from 6:30 - 10:30 pm.
For a ticket price of $35, you'll get an impressive assortment of chocolate delicacies, the opportunity to view and bid on a variety of art works inspired by nature, and the chance to win some fabulous door prizes. All proceeds benefit ClearWater Conservancy.
To purchase tickets in advance call ClearWater Conservancy at (814) 237-0400. Tickets may also be purchased at the door, but advance ticket holders can walk right in.
When visiting "First Night State College" at the end of December, be sure to preview the beautiful art donated by local artists. Check out our collection from December 29 through January 2 at the following Allen Street merchant windows: Appalachian Ski & Outdoors, Tadpole Crossing, Rapid Transit, Happy Valley Optical, The Penn State Downtown Theatre, and Woodring's Florals.