Sports/Fitness
Zombie Mud Run Junior
Willow Glen Park 94 Park Ave, Sinking SpringThe obstacles and course is the same 5k as The Zombie Mud Run. The kids can run, jog, or even walk. They may go around any obstacle if they so choose. This experience is a great way for your child to build self-esteem and confidence. If your child is into sports, they will enjoy the ... Read more
Mountain by Moonlight
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsThe SMYMCA Camps are pleased to offer the community family-friendly Halloween activities geared to pre-K, elementary and middle-school students and their families. Join us for a spook-tacular time on the mountain. Enjoy haunted hayrides, haunt-free wagon rides, carnival games, glow-zorbing, glow stick zip-lining and much more. The event runs from 6 – 9pm. Parking is ... Read more
Apple-Pickin’ Train
Come enjoy the breathtaking colors of autumn in rural Berks County from on board the WK&S Railroad. The views are magnificent, so don’t forget your camera! Also, we will have an ORCHARD STOP (County Line) and you may disembark, pick your own apples and get back on the train to return to Kempton! ($5 and ... Read more
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Halloween Hike and Hayride
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingExperience the wonder of the night through the beautiful Angora Fruit Farm orchards, meeting nocturnal animals along the way. Guides will lead families along a pumpkin-lit path where children will meet and talk with ‘local’ animals of the night. Families can then enjoy a hayride or a treat while sitting by the campfire. Hikes leave ... Read more
Fall Leaf Peeper Hike
Bingaman Nature Center 2843 Hill Road, ReadingGet outside to enjoy Antietam Lake Park’s beautiful fall foliage. Wear appropriate footwear. Free.
Toddler Time on the Trail
Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center 615 Rock Hollow Rd, BirdsboroToddler Time on the Trail is a nature-based program that meets Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and Saturday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children, parents and the instructor will explore various themes. Participants will take a short hike in the great outdoors. As they walk...they will observe many outdoor treasures. Toddlers will ... Read more
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Kid’s Skate Party
Ringing Rocks Roller Rink 1500 Ringing Rocks Park, PottstownEnjoy a fun-filled evening with friends, classmates & parents. For kids in 1st thru 5th Grade only. Music/skating ends at 8:00 pm.These special parties are held twice per school year in the Fall and Spring. Advance tickets are available at Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department office located in the Borough Hall at 100 East High Street.Cost: $3.00 in advance ... Read more
Library Indoor Mini Golf
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleJoin in on an indoor event throughout the library. Play some put-put. Explore the shelves. Check out some books for good measure. Stop in at the last day of the Fall Book Sale during this event to receive a bag to fill with books for only $5. Everyone will have a great time! Children under ... Read more
#OptOutside Hike
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonInstead of battling the craze of Black Friday, opt outside and join us for a guided hike of our River of Rocks trail to reconnect with your loved ones and nature.
Toddler Time Holiday Workshop
Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center 615 Rock Hollow Rd, BirdsboroToddler Time Holiday Workshop is an hour and a half workshop for one to five year olds with his or her parent, grandparent or adult friend. Each toddler and his or her adult friend will make holiday decorations together. A variety of crafts will be available to choose from or participants can create his or her own using the available ... Read more
Solstice Celebration
Bingaman Nature Center 2843 Hill Road, ReadingHike lantern-lit trails to discover whether King Winter has made his return! Warm up next to a campfire and hear stories about the shortest day of the year. Dress warmly, bring a flashlight.
Ugly Christmas Sweater Hike
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonWear your favorite ugly Christmas sweater and your trail fee is waived! The group will enjoy a guided hike to North Lookout for the beautiful winter views. Following the hike, visitors can return to the Mountain Bookstore for last minute shopping and hot cocoa.
Wee One’s Walk
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonDesigned for children ages 3 to 5, this program is a great way to get young people interested in spending more time outdoors. The group will join an educator for a children's story and nature activity followed by a short outdoor hike and culminating craft. Each month's program will introduce a new theme linked to seasonal ... Read more
Wee One’s Walk
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonDesigned for children ages 3 to 5, this program is a great way to get young people interested in spending more time outdoors. The group will join an educator for a children's story and nature activity followed by a short outdoor hike and culminating craft. Each month's program will introduce a new theme linked to seasonal ... Read more
Wee One’s Walk
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonDesigned for children ages 3 to 5, this program is a great way to get young people interested in spending more time outdoors. The group will join an educator for a children's story and nature activity followed by a short outdoor hike and culminating craft. Each month's program will introduce a new theme linked to seasonal ... Read more
Wee One’s Walk
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonDesigned for children ages 3 to 5, this program is a great way to get young people interested in spending more time outdoors. The group will join an educator for a children's story and nature activity followed by a short outdoor hike and culminating craft. Each month's program will introduce a new theme linked to seasonal ... Read more