Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve and Environmental Center is a

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and

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located on of land in the foothills of the

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of south-central

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. Nestled in the foothills of the South Mountain Range, the Preserve features {{Convert, 10, mi of trails with diverse habitats, including wet and dry

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s, three

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, and two mountain streams. The property protects part of the Middle Creek watershed. The nature center features with various artifacts, live reptiles, amphibians, and educational displays. Other facilities include a 1798 log house, a foundation and spillway for an 1850s sawmill, and an outdoor open picnic pavilion. Education programs are offered for adults, school and community groups, as well as public nature programs.

External links

Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve
- official site Nature reserves in Pennsylvania Nature centers in Pennsylvania Protected areas of Adams County, Pennsylvania 1986 establishments in Pennsylvania Protected areas established in 1986