Sports/Fitness
Relay For Life Berks
Reading Fairgrounds 1216 Hilltop Rd, LeesportRelay For Life is the world's largest volunteer-based fundraising event. For more then 36 years, communities across the world have come together to honor and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change. At Relay For Life you'll find community members taking turns walking around a path lined with luminaria bags. Local entertainers will ... Read more
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Beginners Archery
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingFun is the target for this basic archery class! First, learn how to safely participate in this sport from Berks Nature's certified instructor before heading outside for some real target practice. As a certified archery club, Berks Nature instructors will provide all necessary training and equipment. This event is geared towards ages 7 to 17. ... Read more
Family Bike Hike
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingGet on your bikes and ride with us! Starting at Angelica Creek Park, we'll bike the Schuylkill River Trail to grab a sweet summer treat at Scoupe deVille ice cream parlor before biking back to The Nature Place. The trip includes a small soft-serve ice cream or water ice, so bring the whole family for ... Read more
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Leave No Trace Awareness
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingIn Berks County, outdoor enthusiasts are spoilt for choice when hiking natural areas and open spaces. Getting outdoors is not only fun, it's good for our health, but it's not always good for the environment. In this lecture, you'll learn about Leave No Trace principles - a set of practices for enjoying the great outdoors ... Read more
Creek Snorkeling Adventure
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingThat's right, snorkeling's not just for tropical seas! Clear water, curious fish, and underwater relaxation awaits you here in Berks County! Creek snorkeling provides an intimate glimpse into an underwater world we rarely visit on such up close and personal terms. After a quick lesson on snorkel safety and our local, freshwater ecosystem, don a ... Read more
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Skate With Santa
Body Zone Sports 3103 Paper Mill Rd, WyomissingSanta is coming to Body Zone and he's bringing his skates! Join him for a fun afternoon featuring: Holiday music Selfies with Santa Free hot cocoa coloring contest with a great prize Buy tickets and learn more here: https://bodyzonesports.com/public-ice-skating/ Advance reservations only — this is not a walk-in event.
Blue Marsh Guided Hikes
Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking SpringJoin us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along Old Blue Marsh Road and through the newly completed Keystone Run Trail to experience a rolling trail through our scenic woods, with a stop at ... Read more
Snowshoe Saturdays
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingTry out a pair of snowshoes and join Parks staff on an hour long walk down the Union Canal Trail. No prior experience necessary- bring your own snowshoes if you have them! A limited number of snowshoes are available to be reserved. Wear hiking shoes, bring water, and dress in layers. **Lack of snow pack ... Read more
Blue Marsh Guided Hikes
Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking SpringJoin us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along Old Blue Marsh Road and through the newly completed Keystone Run Trail to experience a rolling trail through our scenic woods, with a stop at ... Read more
Blue Marsh Guided Hikes
Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking SpringJoin us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along Old Blue Marsh Road and through the newly completed Keystone Run Trail to experience a rolling trail through our scenic woods, with a stop at ... Read more
Full Moon Hike
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingWalk the Union Canal Trail on the evening of the Full Moon! Wear sturdy hiking or walking shoes and bring a flashlight. We'll be outside the entire time, so dress warm Meets at the Heritage Center barn, 1102 Red Bridge Road **Inclement weather will cancel the event** For more info or to register: LGauker@CountyofBerks.com or ... Read more
Berks Parks Volunteer Open House
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingCome out and learn more about volunteering for the Berks County Park System! We're looking for energetic volunteers to assist us in a variety of roles. Would you be interested in being a tour guide, visitor center attendant, event staff, trail ambassador or park steward? There are opportunities for all ages with no experience necessary. ... Read more