Registration for Park members begins on January 2, 2008.
Non Park members can register beginning February 4, 2008.
For questions or to register, call the York County Parks at (717) 840-7440.

     The popular youth summer Nature Discovery Programs (NDP) return this summer. These specialty weeks combine education and recreation into a fun-filled week. Registration begins on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 for Parks members. Non-members can register beginning on Monday, February 4, 2008.You may use a Visa or MasterCard to register for a class. Please call the York County Parks at 717-840-7440 to register. Specific questions on the activities for all programs should be addressed to Jeri Jones, Program Coordinator at 717-840-7226.

     Registration is simple!  Complete both the registration form and health form and return it with payment. Your registration is not official until full payment has been received. Mail registration to York County Parks, 400 Mundis Race Road, York, PA 17406. You may also register over the telephone if paying with a Visa or MasterCard, but the completed health form must be returned to our office. Call (717) 840-7440 between 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

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July 22 - 25: Nature Discovery Program I
Ages: 5 - 6
Times: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. OR 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $55.00
Class Size: 20
Park: Nixon
Description: New for 2008: The class time has been lengthened by 30 minutes. Classes introduce children to a variety of natural history topics using hands-on activities, props, hikes, stories, and take-home projects. The class will be educational as well as fun. Some themes may be repeated from 2007, but using different activities.
August 5 - 8: Nature Discovery Program II
Ages: 7 & 8
Times: 9  - 11:30 a.m. (AM CLASS IS FULL)   1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. class has been added
Cost: $55
Class Size: 20
Park: Nixon
Description: Classes introduce children to a variety of natural history topics using hands-on activities, props, hikes, stories, and take-home projects. The class will be educational as well as fun. Some themes may be repeated from 2006, but using different activities. NOTE: An afternoon class from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. will be added if necessary.
June 24 - 27: Nature Discovery Program III 
Ages: 9 - 12
Times: Tues/Wed  9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
             Thursday 7 p.m. - Friday 8 a.m. (Sleepover)
Cost: $95.00
Class Size: 20
Parks: Nixon/Kain/Rudy
Description: Enjoy a variety of activities and nature studies in different habitats. Tuesday, the class will meet at Nixon Park to do various nature-related programs. Wednesday, the students will meet at Lake Redman Activity Area for water-centered games and boating. Thursday, the class meets for a nocturnal-themed evening at Rudy Park before going to bed under the stars.
July 7 - 11: Archaeology Week I
August 11 - 15: Archaeology Week II
Ages: 9 - 12
Times: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Cost: $125.00
Class Size: 24
Park: Nixon/Raab
Description: Student/Parents orientation meeting for both weeks is scheduled for Tuesday, July 1st at 7:00 p.m. at Nixon Park
Quotes from NDP 2007:
– “I thought it would be 1 million times fun, but it’s 5 million times fun!”
– “The activities held her interest and provided a learning experience as well.”
– “This is a fantastic program for the kids!”
– “Awesome! Great! Awesome!”
 
DID YOU KNOW? The York County Department of Parks and Recreation hires two seasonal staff to plan and run these programs. Many of those hired over the past 17 years have been college students. This experience is a great stepping-stone for college students who plan on working with children in the future or simply love children.   Please let us know if you are aware of anyone who is interested in working with the children (paid or volunteer).

     Previous NDP staff members have not only graduated from college but some have received Masters and Doctoral degrees, have become full-time teachers, youth counselors, recreation directors and York County Park naturalists. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Jeri Jones at (717) 840-7226 for further details.