Elk Country Visitor Center

Elk Country Visitor Center "Conserving & Enhancing Pennsylvania's Elk Country for Future Generations."
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The Elk Country Visitor Center is operated and managed by the Keystone Elk Country Alliance (KECA) The Elk Country Visitor Center is a premier conservation education facility that features an eco-friendly building, elk viewing, food plots, walking trails, exhibits in the “Great Room”, “Story Theatre” and a gift shop.

Calling all Middle to Highschool students! If you're interested in the outdoors and conservation, this is the day camp f...
06/01/2026

Calling all Middle to Highschool students! If you're interested in the outdoors and conservation, this is the day camp for you!!!

Where:
Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When:
Monday, June 22nd from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop students off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who:
Youth ages 13-17 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis)
Students will receive a drawstring bag and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Students will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors!
Cost:
$10.00 per student (no refunds after June 14th, 2026)

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScW_zjt-YO0dtjpZ22DF4AwDUTNXyK0JnbozedrTdDpbSSp8g/viewform?usp=header

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 14th, 2026

Email [email protected] with questions or paper registration!

Voted on by YOU..... the Winner of the Straub Bier Can Photo Contest is.....JEFF LIPNISKIS 🎉🎉🎉Thank you to all who parti...
06/01/2026

Voted on by YOU..... the Winner of the Straub Bier Can Photo Contest is.....

JEFF LIPNISKIS 🎉🎉🎉

Thank you to all who participated in submitting and/or voting!

The 2026 Straub Oktoberfest Bier Can Label will make its Grand Debut at the Elk Expo, July 25th and 26th.

Also, Thank You to Beer for always being such awesome Partners in Conservation!

Updated Hours of the Elk Country Visitor Center: June 1st through August 31st - OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 8AM-8PM. 🌞(Sept 1st t...
06/01/2026

Updated Hours of the Elk Country Visitor Center: June 1st through August 31st - OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 8AM-8PM. 🌞

(Sept 1st through Oct 31st 8am to dusk)
(Nov 1st through Dec 31st Thur-Mon 8am to dusk)

Running low on your favorite Pennsylvania Hickory Syrup flavor? Looking to discover a new favorite? We've got you covere...
06/01/2026

Running low on your favorite Pennsylvania Hickory Syrup flavor? Looking to discover a new favorite? We've got you covered!

Pennsylvania Hickory Syrup will be at the Elk Expo with their full lineup of delicious flavors. Stop by their booth, stock up on your favorites, sample something new, and take home the sweet taste of Pennsylvania!

Rumor has it… 👣 BIGFOOT will be making an appearance at the 2026 Elk Expo!! 🌟Be sure to stop by, snap a photo with Bigfo...
05/31/2026

Rumor has it… 👣

BIGFOOT will be making an appearance at the 2026 Elk Expo!! 🌟

Be sure to stop by, snap a photo with Bigfoot, and grab your official “I Saw Bigfoot at the Elk Expo” t-shirt from the main KECA Tent before they disappear! 📸

You won’t want to miss this event! Over 120+ Vendors, FREE Seminars, Demonstrations, Elk Tag Drawings & More!

05/31/2026

🦌BOOK your next event in the heart Elk Country! We have TWO amazing venues to choose from!

The Elk Country Visitors Center offers two beautiful rental spaces — the Parker Building and the Clemens Event Center — ideal for gatherings of all kinds.

Whether you're planning a wedding, bridal shower, corporate meeting, retreat, party, reunion, or special event, our facilities provide a welcoming setting surrounded by the natural beauty of Pennsylvania’s Elk Country.

✨ Parker Building
• Accommodates up to 175 guests indoors and up to 250 utilizing outdoor space
• Indoor/outdoor fireplace
• Kitchen, guest restrooms, and large glass doors
• Beautiful back patio and gathering area

✨ Clemens Event Center
• Accommodates up to 100 guests indoors and up to 175 utilizing outdoor space
• Indoor/outdoor fireplace
• Kitchen, guest restrooms, and scenic patio

From intimate celebrations to large gatherings, these spacious venues provide a unique and memorable location for your event.

📞 Schedule a tour today!
Call 814-787-5167 and ask for Jill

Learn more at ExperienceElkCountry.com/private-events

Do your kids want to attend a fun filled day of nature themed activities! KECA's Summer Elk Camp is the place for them! ...
05/30/2026

Do your kids want to attend a fun filled day of nature themed activities! KECA's Summer Elk Camp is the place for them!

Where:
Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette, PA
When:
Tuesday, June 30th from 9:00-3:00
OR
Thursday, July 9th from 9:00-3:00
(Please drop children off at the center by 9:00 and pick them up by 3:00)
Who:
Kids ages 8-12 (Limited space is available on a first come first serve basis)
Kids will receive a t-shirt and learn about elk through various presentations, activities, games, and the multi-sensory 4D theatre. Kids will need to bring their own lunch. Dress to be outdoors!
Cost:
$10.00 per child (no refunds after June 20th, 2026)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by June 20th, 2026

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdiIzMGRwPcClR5xsDdT825bE2SSAVIOVM-_-IPBMXNt73-A/viewform?usp=header

Email [email protected] for more information or paper registration!

05/29/2026

✨VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT✨

Tony Zona
Tony has been farming since 1997! Last year Tony helped with our habitat, volunteering a total of 292 hours of his time to our elk habitat in 2025! Thank you Tony for the amazing work you did!

Keep an eye out for next months Volunteer Spotlight to appreciate all the wonderful people who help us here in elk country!

Learn more about Volunteering today at https://experienceelkcountry.com/volunteer/

Address

134 Homestead Road
Benezette, PA
15821

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

(814) 787-5167

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