Recreation Equipment Available to Borrow!
News Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Recreation equipment is now available to borrow during regular park hours!
Recreation equipment is now available to borrow during regular park hours! Contact Recreation or Ranger staff to reserve equipment- 610-374-2944 (Recreation), 484-256-5530 (Ranger on duty) for more information.
- Snowshoes are available to be borrowed from Berks Leisure Area and used within park limits when trail conditions allow, to learn more CLICK HERE
- Fishing rods and tackle are available at Berks Leisure Area and Bingaman House (Antietam Lake Park). Borrowers must have a valid PA Fishing license, contact Ranger staff to learn more. For more information on fishing tackle provided by PA Fish & Boat's Tackle Loaner Program, CLICK HERE
- Bear Canisters are available for loan to those looking to camp or backpack in bear country outside of Berks County Parks. This program is administered by Berks Parks in conjunction with a partnership through Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club. CLICK HERE to learn more about bear canisters and the loaner program.