Hiking Hound Adventures Programs 2026

Hiking Hound Adventures offers hands-on outdoor education, family programs, and skill-building experiences designed to connect people with nature in a safe, fun, and engaging way. Programs range from beginner camping and fishing to navigation, hiking, and wilderness skills.

All programs are led by experienced outdoor instructors.

Program Schedule

Introduction to Camping

First steps toward overnight outdoor adventure. This one-hour hands-on session helps new campers learn about gear, campsite planning, safety considerations, and simple Leave No Trace practices.

Price: $18 per participant
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Upper Providence Preserve, 159 W. Rose Tree Road

Dates and Times:
March 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm
May 28, 2026 at 6:00 pm
August 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Kids Introduction to Fishing

A relaxed, beginner-friendly fishing class for kids ages 6 to 15. All equipment is provided. Participants learn how to cast, identify fish, tie basic knots, and practice catch and release with proper fish handling.

Price: $25 per child
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Location: Louis W. Scott Memorial Park

Dates and Times:
April 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm
May 7, 2026 at 6:00 pm
June 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm
July 16, 2026 at 5:00 pm
August 27, 2026 at 6:00 pm
September 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Little Tykes Go on Hikes

Family-friendly themed hikes designed for children ages 3 to 12. Each one-hour hike includes nature exploration, environmental awareness, and hands-on activities. Themes may include creek exploration, geocaching, nature bingo, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, storybook hikes, and painting with nature.

Price: $13 per child (adults attend free)
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Upper Providence Preserve, 159 W. Rose Tree Road

Dates and Times:
March 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm
April 12, 2026 at 2:00 pm
May 16, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Practical Bushcraft

A three-hour wilderness skills workshop for ages 16 and older. Participants learn fire craft, natural tinder sourcing, outdoor cooking, shelter building, knife and tool safety, and self-reliance skills for the outdoors.

Price: $50 per person
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Upper Providence Preserve, 159 W. Rose Tree Road

Dates and Times:
February 8, 2026 at 11:00 am
April 12, 2026 at 10:00 am
July 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm
October 25, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Treats on the Trail

A one-hour themed hike that includes a seasonal treat such as ice cream, water ice, s’mores, hot chocolate, or a costume hike. Fees apply only to participants receiving a treat. Adults may attend at no cost if not receiving a treat.

Price: $16 per treat
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Upper Providence Preserve, 159 W. Rose Tree Road

Dates and Times:
February 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm
June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm
July 22, 2026 at 6:00 pm
August 6, 2026 at 6:00 pm
September 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm
October 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm
November 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm
December 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Wilderness Navigation: Learning Map and Compass

A 90-minute introduction to topographic maps and compass use. Includes 30 minutes of classroom instruction followed by 60 minutes of hands-on navigation practice in the field.

Price: $25 per person
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Location: Louis W. Scott Memorial Park

Dates and Times:
June 4, 2026 at 6:00 pm
September 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Registration

Register for any program at: hikinghoundadventures.com. Once you choose your course, make sure to select the "Upper Providence" button to sign up for our program.