Locust Lake State Park officials will host a hike to the Silver Creek Fire Tower, at 1 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 17. The hike is six miles in length and moderate in difficulty.

Meet at the visitor parking lot at Locust Lake State Park, located before the contact station. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and get along with people and other pets.For more information, contact Robin Tracey, environmental education specialist, at (570) 467-2506. The event will be held shine only.