Shaver’s Creek was founded in 1976 as a resource for the community and as a field laboratory where Penn State students could get hands-on experience teaching about the natural world. The programs at our Environmental Center, Outdoor School, and Team Development Center provide a mix of educational and recreational opportunities for families, schools, corporate groups, and Penn State students.
Visitor Information
Visitor Information - Planning a trip to Shaver’s Creek? Get directions, read about our resident animals, download a trail map, and more.
School Outreach (K–12)
School Outreach (K–12) - Shaver’s Creek school outreach programming works directly with State College Area School District and Juniata Valley School District to provide hands-on, inquiry-based lessons focused on science and the environment.
Team Development Center
Team Development Center - We prepare team-building programs for all sizes of corporate groups, student groups, and nonprofit organizations.
The Creek Journals
The Creek Journals - Our Long-term Ecological Reflections Project seeks to engage writers, artists, and musicians to create and reflect on eight unique sites surrounding Shaver’s Creek over the course of a full century — to be woven together to tell the story of this place.
Our Partners
Our Partners - We strive to work together with the planet and with other organizations that share our commitment to maintaining harmony with nature.
Employment
Employment - Penn State staff positions at Shaver's Creek and other employment opportunities.
Meet the Staff
Meet the Staff - Directory of Shaver's Creek staff, graduate assistants, and faculty.
Contact Us
Contact Us - Contact information for all programs at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center.