Saturday, January 18th at 10:00 am

Winter Explorations Walk

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Join us for a leisurely hike on the Blue Trail. We will enjoy the sights and sounds of a winter morning along the shores of the Green Lane Reservoir. Along the way, we will examine animal tracks and whatever Mother Nature has in store for us. Wear sturdy boots, trail may be snow or mud covered.  Pre-registration required; meet at Boat Rental office, 2821 Hill Road, Green Lane.   Ages: 9 & up; free.

Saturday, January 25th at 1:00 pm

Animal Tracks and Signs Walk

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Join us for a closer look at our seldom-seen creatures in this outdoor exploration. We will search for tracks and other signs of native animals in a variety of habitats. Wear sturdy boots or shoes, ground may be snow or mud-covered. Meet outside Park Office, 2144 Snyder Road, Green Lane.  Ages: 9 & up, free.

Sunday, January 26th at 1:00 pm

Yoga in the Park: Winter Mindfulness Walk

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We’ll gather for some basic guidance in mindfulness & walking.  After warm-up breathing and movement, we step out on our walk, focused and mindfully aware in Green Lane Park’s winter wonderland.  Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road.  All ages; fee: $10 when you register in advance at yogarhythmsstudio.com; $15 day of event.

Saturday, February 1st at 1:00 pm

Archaeology for Kids: Part 1 – Learn to Read the Land

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Archaeology is an important branch of science to study human history through the excavation and the analysis of artifacts. Reading the landscape helps us determine what the land looked like years ago to find the best places to dig.  Learn to draw a map of the valley before the dam was built.  Meet in the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road. Preregistration is required.  Ages: 7 to 12 with an adult; free.

Saturday, February 15th at 9:00 am

The Triple Dam Trail Run – 10K and The Mini Dam – 5K

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The Friends of Green Lane Park will partner with the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy to host the 4th annual 10K trail run event, with a 5K Mini Dam option this year.  Registration can be accessed on The ‘Friends’ Facebook page, the Green Lane Park and the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy websites. Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road.  All ages;  fee for race registration: $35 before the deadline (January 15th, 2020), $40 day of event.

Saturday, February 29th at 1:00 pm

Waterfowl Watch

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The calendar may still say “winter”, but spring migration for waterfowl is getting underway. Bundle up, grab your binoculars, and join us! We will visit 3 birding hotspots in Green Lane Park in search of ducks, geese, swans and more.  Meet at the tennis court parking lot, 2298 Green Lane Road.  Group will caravan by car to other venues. Pre-registration required. Ages: 9 & up, free.

Saturday, March 7th at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Maple Sugar Magic

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Join us as we celebrate 32 years of Maple Sugaring in the park. We will demonstrate tree tapping, the boiling down of maple sap at our evaporator, and share stories of “sugaring off ” in the old days. Visitors can compare the taste of pure maple syrup to commercial pancake syrup in a blind taste test. Pure Pennsylvania Maple Syrup, cream, and candy will be available for purchase. Program meets at Hill Road Day Use Area, 2821 Hill Road. All ages; free.

Saturday, March 14th at 1:00 pm

Waterfowl Watch

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Join us as we search the shores of the park for late-moving waterfowl. We never know what we’ll find at one of eastern Pennsylvania’s premier bird watching venues. Bring binoculars; meet at the tennis court parking lot 2298 Green Lane Road.  All ages; free.

Saturday, March 21st at 7:00 pm

Timberdoodle Time

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Come out to the park just before dark to witness the amazing courtship flight of the American Woodcock. With such fanciful names as “Timberdoodle”, “Labrador Twister” and “Bogsucker”, this bird has fascinated people for centuries. Bring a flashlight and meet at Red Trail parking lot 2005 Knight Road. Wear appropriate footwear, as ground may be muddy. Preregistration required.  Ages: 9 & up; free.

Sunday, March 22nd at 10:00 am

Yoga in the Park: Spring Equinox Celebration

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Welcome Spring! Snow, Sleet, Rain or Shine—it’s all part of Spring in Pennsylvania! Our yoga practice will be inspired and appropriate for Mother Nature’s display. Dress for the elements and bring your celebratory spirit! Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road. All ages; $12 when you register in advance at yogarhythmsstudio.com;  $15 day of event.

Saturday, April 4th at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm

Color your Eggs – Naturally

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Looking for an alternative to chemical food coloring tablets from the grocery store? Join us to color Easter eggs like our grandparents did—using natural materials! Bring a dozen hardboiled eggs and sample colors from Mother Nature’s palette. Due to high demand, we added a second time slot. Spaces are limited, pre-registration is required! Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road.  Ages: 5 to adult; materials fee of $5 per dozen eggs.

Saturday, April 18th at 10:00 am

Earth Day @ Green Lane Park presented by the Friends of Green Lane Park

Enhance Your Landscape with Small Native Trees (presentation)

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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day with The Friends of Green Lane Park. Pam Herceg, a Penn State Extension Master Gardener, will present a program during which you will learn which small native trees are right for your landscape, how they provide food and shelter for wildlife and how best to care for them. Call the park office to sign up. Maximum capacity is 40 people. Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road. Ages: 12 & up; free.

Saturday, April 18th at 2:00 pm

Earth Day @ Green Lane Park presented by the Friends of Green Lane Park Naturalization at 

Hemlock Point

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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day with The Friends of Green Lane Park by helping to naturalize an overgrown meadow within the Hemlock Point section of Green Lane Park.  Join “The Friends” in removing invasive species and planting environmentally beneficial native plants within a meadow next to the Green Lane Connector Trail. Meet at the Family and Youth Services Building, 1492 Gravel Pike.  All ages; free

Saturday, April 25th at 1:00 pm

The Upper Perkiomen Valley — A Journey Through the Past

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Join special guest historian and speaker Tom Henry for this special program on the history of the valley before Green Lane Reservoir was created. Back by popular demand, Tom’s amazing power point program features images of the homes and farmsteads that once flourished here. Spaces are very limited, pre-registration is required. Meet at the Deep Creek Stone Lodge, 2115 Snyder Road.  Adults only; free.

Saturday, May 2nd from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (rain date Sunday, May 3rd)

WMGK DeBella Dog Walk

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Classic Rock 102.9 MGK presents the 13th Annual John DeBella Dog Walk. You & your four legged friend get to spend some quality time together in this picturesque park, enjoy doggie demos, interactive games, & get expert advice from vets & trainers. Meet at the Amphitheater, 2298 Green Lane Road.  All ages; free.

Sundays, May 3rd and 17th; June 7th and 21st; at 10:00 am

Yoga in the Park: Nurture in Nature

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Nurture yourself in Nature as you stretch, strengthen, relax and bask in the beauty of Green Lane Park. New to yoga & experienced practitioners all welcome. Bring a blanket or yoga mat and dress for the weather. Meet at the Green Lane Park Amphitheater, 2298 Green Lane Road.  Ages: 12 & up, $12 when you register in advance at yogarhythmsstudio.com; $15 day of event.

Sunday, May 10th at 1:00 pm

Adult Hula Hoop Classes with Hoop Love Coach Kimmy Roam

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When was the last time you picked up a hula hoop? Hula hooping is a great form of exercise that allows you to move your body and feel like a kid again. Hand-made hoops will be available for purchase at $20 each. Classes will meet at the Green Lane Park Amphitheater, 2298 Green Lane Road. Please e-mail kimmyroflows@gmail.com with any questions or to sign up.  Ages: 10 & up; fee: $10 drop in, or $70 for all 8 weeks.

Saturday, May 16th at 10:00 am

Foraged Beer and Fresh Air! A Hike for Brew Ingredients

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Join Perkiomen Valley Brewery to forage in Green Lane Park for beer ingredients! You’ll learn about and collect some of the flora used in brewing at Perkiomen Valley Brewery. Then bring what you collected back to the brewery to begin processing it while enjoying a beer (or other beverage of choice) to thank you for your help. Meeting place TBD as the growing season begins. 10 people maximum. Call the park office to register. Ages: 21 and up; free.

Saturday, May 16th at 1:00 pm

Part 2 – Archaeology for Kids Digging Deeper

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Like getting your hands in the dirt? Join us for Part 2 – Archaeology for Kids. Excavation is one of the most important methods archaeologists learn. Learn the methods of excavating, documenting and analyzing your finds. After the digging activity, all will be able to paint and take home their own terracotta pot. Meet in the Stone Lodge, 2115 Deep Creek Road. Preregistration required. Ages: 7 to 12 with an adult; free.

Sunday, May 17th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Summer Concert Series: Pure Jerry

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Since 2012, Pure Jerry has had one goal: bringing life and spirit to the music of Jerry Garcia. Fronted by veteran jam guitarist Michael Morrow, they are a powerful array of talent that performs a wide range of music from Keystone–era material to early nineties’ JGB shows. With a combined lifetime of Grateful Dead experience and pedigree, Pure Jerry lets the music do the talking. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. All ages; free.

Saturday, May 23rd at 8:00 am

Earlybird Walk

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Spring migration for warblers, vireos, and many other late spring arrivals should be in winding down, but breeding birds will serenade us with song. Join us for a closer look at the migrant and resident birds of the park. Bring binoculars and meet at the tennis court parking lot, 2298 Green Lane Road. Pre-registration required. Ages: 9 & up; free.

Sunday, June 7th at 1:00 pm

Yoga in the Park: Yoga & Kayaking

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Join us for a day of yoga and kayaking at Deep Creek Lake. We will start off performing basic yoga techniques and follow it up with a kayak journey on Deep Creek Lake. Bring your own kayak or use one of ours. Check yogarhythmsstudio.com for more info. You may bring your own kayak or rent one for $20. All ages; fee: $15.

Saturday, June 20th at 1:00 pm

Creek Critters

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Join us as we investigate aquatic life in the waters of Perkiomen Creek. Using nets, pans and magnifiers, we’ll examine the many highly adapted insects, crayfish, and more. Wear shorts and old sneakers (no open-toed shoes, please!) as we will be getting wet. Afterward, all creatures will be returned safely to their homes. Pre-registration is required. Program will meet at Fly-fishing area,1023 Church Road, East Greenville.  All ages; free.

Sunday, June 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Summer Concert Series: ROUGAROU

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Join us for an evening of music in the park! Formed in January 2013, ROUGAROU (pronounced ‘roo-guh-roo’) is a cover band based in Limerick Township, PA that plays a wide variety of tunes from the Classic Rock and Soul genres. ROUGAROU features stinging lead guitar, a bad to the bone rhythm section, and tops it off with Hammond organ and soulful vocals. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.  All ages; free.

Sunday, June 21st at 10 am

Yoga in the Park: Summer Solstice Celebration

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Welcome Summer! Celebrate the longest day of the year and bask in the beauty of Green Lane Park. We’ll stretch, strengthen, and relax. New to yoga & experienced  practitioners all welcome. Bring a blanket or yoga mat, and dress for the weather. Ages: 12 & up; fee: $12 when you register in advance at www.yogarhythmsstudio.com; $15 day of event.

Friday, June 26th at 8:30 pm

Lightning in a Jar – Fireflies!

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Join us for our annual search for the fascinating firefly. We all loved to catch them as kids, but did you know that Fireflies are the official State Insect of Pennsylvania? Bring the kids and grandkids for this special night-time adventure. Bring a non-breakable plastic container or jar (we have some loaners as well), and meet at the tennis court parking lot, 2298 Green Lane Road. All creatures will be released unharmed at end of program.  All ages; free.