Beltzville's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has released a schedule of summer activities for the state park.

• Flag Day Veterans Paddle, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14Meet at the Preacher's Camp Boat Launch and join the Get Out Doors Kayaking experience focused on veterans. State park educator Cynthia Kurket will lead an easy-paced 4-mile kayak trip on the Pohopoco Cove, exploring the aquatic vegetation and wildlife of the park. Limited equipment and spaces are available, and registration is required. Visit

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville to register.• Night Sky Tour: New Moon Splendor Star Gazing Series, 7:30 to 10 p.m. June 23Explore the galaxy at Beltzville's State Park Environmental Interpretive Center with the park educator and fellow astronomy enthusiasts. The evening begins with an informative lecture on the wonders and mysteries of space. Then, watch as a beautiful sunset transitions to a star-laced sky, and identify planets, star clusters and galaxies using special optics. Attendees are permitted to bring their own equipment. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. Visit

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville to register.• Hide n' Seekers Day Camp, 9:30 to 11 a.m. from June 27 to June 29Kids from ages 4 to 6 are invited to join a three-day series of the Hide n' Seekers Day Camp. Pollinator Pals will focus on the importance of pollinating critters to plants. Registration is required, and camp groups are limited to 15 participants. Visit

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville to register.• Batty for Bats, 11 a.m. to noon on June 30Susan Gallagher, Chief Naturalist from the Carbon County Environmental Education Center, will lead this exciting program on bats at the Environmental Interpretive Center Amphitheater. Seating is limited, so please bring a bag chair or blanket. Registration is required. Visit

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville to register.• Preacher's Camp Trail Hike, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 5Meet at the Trachsville Hill Road parking lot to kick off this moderate 5-mile hike along the Preacher's Camp Trail with park educator Cynthia Kurket. More information is available at

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville.• Up a Creek WITH a Paddle, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on July 10Meet at the Preacher's Camp boat launch and explore the Wild Creek Cove by kayak. Enjoy a leisurely paddle, check out the lake, and bask in the peacefulness of nature. Amateur and experienced kayakers are welcome to take in this relaxing exploration of the cove. Be sure to wear clothing and shoes that can get wet. Single kayaks, paddles and personal flotation devices will be provided. Basic instruction and safety procedures will be reviewed before taking off. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, and registration is required. You may bring your own equipment, but please be sure to register by phone beforehand at 610-377-0045.• Outdoor Explorers Day Camp, 9 a.m. to noon, July 11 and July 12Kids from ages seven to nine are welcome to take part in the X-"Stream" Bugs program. Participants will enjoy crafts, games, stories and guided walks focused on terrestrial and water insects. Activities will include a stream exploration and a bug hunt safari. Kids who complete the camp will receive a Bureau of State Parks DiscoverE! badge and certificate. Registration is required, and camp groups are limited to 15 participants. More information is available at

http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=beltzville.