It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Pip, our Northern Hawk Owl chick, who joined Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center just weeks ago.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Pip, who joined Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center just weeks ago.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Pip, who joined Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center just weeks ago.
Located in the heart of central Pennsylvania, Shaver’s Creek has been connecting people to people and people to nature since 1976. We provide educational and recreational opportunities for families, schools, corporate groups, and Penn State students. Come hike a trail, see live animals up close, learn about conservation, and enjoy our programs.
Shaver’s Creek is committed to extending Penn State’s Outreach mission of instruction, service, and research. Through quality programs, we teach, model, and provide the knowledge, values, skills, experiences, and dedication that enable individuals and communities to achieve and maintain harmony between human activities and the natural systems that support all living species.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Pip, our Northern Hawk Owl chick, who joined Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center just weeks ago.

Before you swipe! ✋ Can you find the hidden critter? 🧐 One of our staff members recently stumbled upon this master of camouflage.
The Common Walkingstick (Diapheromera femorata) is the only species of walkingstick native to PA. They are active during the night but disguise themselves as twigs during the day, making them extremely difficult to spot. In the fall, females lay their eggs in leaf litter where they'll endure the winter before hatching in the spring.
Keep your eyes peeled on your next hike and you might by lucky enough to spot one!
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