Youth programs at Sizerville

Sizerville State Park offers opportunities for young people to learn about nature, conservation and enjoyment of the outdoors this summer.

Children four through 13 can learn about the natural world through hands-on activities, stories, presentations, crafts, demonstrations and games. To register or learn more, call the park office at 486-5605.

Discovery Days for ages 4-5 will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 each morning, Aug. 7-10. Students will learn about insects, arachnids and more.

Environmental Discovery for ages 6-8 will be held from 10:00 to noon Aug. 15-17. The focus will be on salamanders, birds and bears.

Sizerville State Park's Junior Naturalist program also returns for children ages 9-14. They'll study bird biology, birds of prey, and migrating birds. Sessions will be held from 9:30 to noon, Aug. 22-24.