Nature of the Battlefield
A Summer Series presented by Strawberry Hill
Check back in Spring of 2022 for our Nature of the Battlefield dates and speakers!
Nature of the Battlefield is part of the summer campfire series at the Gettysburg National Military Park, Pitzer Woods Amphitheater. All campfire series programs begin at 8:30 pm. Past programs include:
June 29, 2019
Jeri Jones: “Geology and the Gettysburg Campaign.” Learn about how the geology of the battlefield affected the outcome of the Battle of Gettysburg.
July 12, 2019
Strawberry Hill: “Animal Ambassadors.” Meet some of Strawberry Hill’s live animal ambassadors! Animals will include: a turtle, snake, and an owl!
August 3, 2019
Lou Kauffman: “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.” Learn about how the natural and agricultural resources of the area supported a massive influx of people during the battle and sustained them for days.
Special thanks to Mr. Joseph Mieczkowski, Licensed Battlefield Guide, Mrs. Christine Mieczkowski,
and the Gettysburg National Military Park for their support.