Spring Bugs
Not all bugs are bad! Many of the springtime hatches form an essential part of the lifecycle of everything from fish to birds. Learn about the aquatic lifestyle of some of the most prevalent spring bugs. We will dive in and take a closer look at mayflies, stoneflies, dragonflies, and craneflies.
Inside Adventure
Painted Rock Bugs
Visit these sites to experience this topic:
Colyer Lake
Guests can enjoy the lake starting at either the north or south access areas. The 2-mile loop can be broken into many shorter treks while exploring the manmade lake.
Colyer Lake
211 Lake Rd, Centre Hall, PA 16828, USA
Poe Paddy Tunnel
Take a scenic walk along the Pennsylvania Mid State Trail and through the Poe Paddy Tunnel at Poe Paddy State Park. The trail is welcoming, with wide, flat, even terrain - making this adventure well-suited for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Poe Paddy State Park
Tunnel Spur Rd., Haines Township, PA
Lower Rail Trail
Originally a tow path for the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, the trail has been transformed into a community treasure by the dedication of Rails to Trails of Central Pennsylvania Inc.
Lower Rail Trail
Lower Trail Williamsburg Station, 128 E 1st St, Williamsburg, PA 16693
Spring Creek Canyon
The Spring Creek Canyon is a site of tremendous historic significance to Centre County and hosts a fantastic biodiversity.
Spring Creek Canyon Trail
Fisherman's Paradise, Spring Creek Canyon Trail, Bellefonte, PA, USA
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
Discover the unique features of the marsh and fen ecosystems along the trails at Millbrook Marsh. Enjoy wildlife viewing underwater, in the air, and all around you on land! From skunk cabbage to red-winged blackbirds Millbrook offers opportunites to expereince what nature has to offer.
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
548 Puddintown Rd, State College, PA 16801