News & Events

Upcoming Events

6/25/25 – Cookie Mining (part of the Rivers, Coal & Crafts series!)
Kids (and adults) can learn more about the process of mining by “mining” chocolate chip cookies for the chocolate chips. The Tioga County Conservation District will lead participants in this fun, free workshop that ends with eating an “unmined” cookie. Registration is through the Blossburg Memorial Library.

6/27/25 – Tie Dye Party at the Blossburg Memorial Library (part of the Rivers, Coal & Crafts series!)
Let’s make art from an unexpected source—abandoned mine drainage! At this free event for all ages, you’ll learn how iron from an abandoned mine drainage discharge ends up in waterways and leaves behind that rusty red and orange color. Then, we will use a dye made from that iron to tie dye t-shirts you can take home that day. Registration is through the Blossburg Memorial Library.

6/29/25 – NPC’s Annual Membership Meeting
NPC’s Annual Membership Meeting will take place on Sunday, June 29 from 2pm – 4pm at the NPC office. A brief membership meeting, including the election of board directors, will begin at 2:30 PM. More details…

6/30/25 – Water Quilt, part 1 (part of the Rivers, Coal & Crafts Series)
Join retired Southern Tioga teacher Julie Weaver for a special story hour and art activity all about rivers and how we can keep them clean. More details …

7/19/25 Paddle Happy JUMBO – West Branch Susquehanna River
The W&L Subaru Paddle Happy Jumbo is now set for Saturday, July 19 (originally scheduled for June 22 but rescheduled due to high water). This one-day paddle packs all the fun of Paddle Happy into a shorter, family-friendly format—perfect for first-time paddlers, seasoned river-goers, and everyone in between. Thanks to the generous support of W&L Subaru, registration is just $49! Learn more and register at paddlehappy.com

7/20/25 – Forest Bathing at The Summit: Center for Wellness
Experience the healing power of nature as we embark on a guided journey through forest bathing with Beth Jones, Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, of Deep Green Journey. This free event is offered in partnership with the Loyalsock Foundation. Learn more and register here!

7/28/25 – Water Quilt, part 2 (part of the Rivers, Coal & Crafts Series)
Join retired Southern Tioga teacher Julie Weaver for a story, then help tie the knotsto finish our community Water Quilt! You don’t need to attend part 1 to participate in part 2. Additional details coming soon…

10/19/25 – Keystone Hiking & Outdoor Weekend: Hike Coal Creek!
Details coming soon…