Summer Saturday Herp Hike

Herp Hike: Discovering the Hidden World of Reptiles and Amphibians 

Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro, Pa.

Head out on a hike through the woods with Buttonwood educators as we look for reptiles and amphibians.

Learn about different adaptations that these classes of animals have made to survive in the wild.

Everyone should wear clothing and footwear that can get dirty.

What is a Herp? Herpetology is a branch of zoology concerned with the study of amphibians (including frogs, salamanders and more) and reptiles (including snakes, lizards, turtles and others). In herpetology, “herp” is a shortened, informal term for reptiles and amphibians.

Family-friendly fun!

This is one of eight different weekly Summer Saturday programs that run from 9–11 a.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area.
Each week, we will explore a different nature topic as we enjoy the outdoors together.  

Sign up for one, several—or all sessions!

Registration is required for these programs.

The fee for this program is $5 per person, children and adults. Kids age 2 and under are free.

Check out the upcoming Summer Saturday programs here:

June 28—Birding for Beginners

July 5—Tree Trek: Uncovering Nature’s Green Giants

July 12—Pollinator Palooza 

July 19—Nature’s Canvas: Journaling the Great Outdoors 

July 26—Tracks, Scat, and Signs

August 2—Skull Detectives

August 9—Smokey Bear’s Birthday Celebration

Underwriting support for this program is provided by our Today’s Horizon Fund contributors: The Nora Roberts Foundation; the late Alma W. Oyer; Marge Kiersz; APX Enclosures; Don Gibe and Nancy Erlanson; and the family of the late Carolyn Terry Eddy, with daughters Connie Fleagle & Kim Larkin. Facility support courtesy of Washington Township.