Berks County Parks and Recreation Department

Holiday Lights at Gring's Mill continues this weekend today and tomorrow 6:00-9:00p.m. Free Admission. Take in the views and warm up with a treat from Beansie's Cafe - Espresso & Smoothie Truck

Visiting the Union Canal Bicycle & Walking Trail this weekend- Checkout this audio tour highlighting historical points of interest along the trail. Stops correspond to numbered markers and information from the Union Canal Trail map brochure available at various park locations along the path. https://izi.travel//6b6e-union-canal-bicycle-walking-tr/en

Kick off the season with a visit to Holiday Lights at Gring’s Mill opening Friday December 4 at 6:00! The outdoor light display will run every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday December 4 through 20 as well as on December 21, 22, and 23 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Admission is Free. Enjoy the lights and a seasonal beverage from Beansie's Cafe - Espresso & Smoothie Truck who will be on site this year.

The water temperature in Antietam Creek may only be 42 degrees (WOW that's chilly), but that doesn't stop education staff from wading through the water to continue to monitor the health of the creek. Water quality is one of the most important factors in a healthy ecosystem. Clean water supports a diversity of plants and wildlife. By monitoring our waterways we can ensure that these invaluable resources remain healthy for decades to come!