DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Friday, September 1

FOUR-SEASON TRIVIA QUEST

A self-guided, un-timed, non-competitive way to get some exercise, learn something new, and appreciate nature. The event follows Penny Run Trail beginning...

What's Missing Walk

Enjoy a stroll through the park while we discuss the differences in the woods before and after the settlers arrived in the area.

Migratory Birdwatching For Senior Citizens

Fall is here and so are the migratory shorebirds! Come on out to meet new friends and do some bird watching. So far we have already had some rare visitors to...

Clarion River Boating Program: Gravel Lick-Mill Creek

Cook Forest State Park will be conducting an 8.5 mile interpretive historical canoe & kayak program on the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River from Gravel...

Intro to Disc Golf

Ever wanted to play disc golf? Come and enjoy the park's course while we learn to play!

Salamander Search

Join the park naturalist for a Salamander program at Locust Lake State Park on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 10:30 am. She will discuss salamander anatomy,...

PA Elk

View the skull, hide and antlers of an elk. Watch the PGC live webcam from the Visitor Center Classroom.

Kayak Lake Jean

Join us for a leisurely paddle on Lake Jean to observe wildlife. Bring your own kayak! Park kayaks are limited. PFDs are required. Registration required by...

Story time on the sand

Sit around the campfire while the park naturalist reads the story The Very Lonely Firefly by Eric Carle ! After the story we will do a craft. Meet at the...

Settlers of the Kettle Creek Valley

Come and learn about some of the local people and legends of the Kettle Creek Valley, like Simeon Pfoutz and Dorcie Calhoun. At the end, there will be an...

Blue Hole Bike Tour

Tour Forbes’s unique Blue Hole Division via two wheels! This program includes a FREE bike rental and guided tour of the special natural and historical...

Family Fishing Program

If you’ve been wanting to take your family fishing but aren’t sure where to start, come out to this free program to learn the basics. All equipment is...

Sunset Paddle

Paddle into the sunset! Program is for ages 12 and up. Registration is required, so please call 570-676-0567 to register. Please wear waterproof clothing,...

Nature Craft and Story: Dancers in the Garden

Join the park naturalist at the Campground Amphitheater to read "Dancers in the Garden" by Joanne Ryder. This book explores a day in the life of a...

Smokey Bear

Campers--come see Smokey Bear! Smokey will tour the campground first, and then head to the amphitheater for a special program and goodies for the kids. Get...

Wild Side of Weather

Come join the park naturalist for a look at the wild side of weather as we explore myths and truths of forecasting the weather with nature.

Intro to Backpacking

Want to go on a hike, but dont know what to pack? Attend this program where we will discuss the necessities for day hiking and overnight backpacking....

Making Apple Cider:  Pavia Style

Come experience the apple cider making process through a demonstration on an apple cider press that has been donated to the park by the Elmer and Mary Dibert...

Udder to Butter

How is butter made? You couldn’t always just go to the store and pick some up. Learn the whole process from start to finish as we make butter ourselves, and...

Nature's Notebook

Discover a few techniques to recording your findings in nature.

Ole Bull Colony

Come and learn about an attempt made by Ole Bull to establish a colony in the area. His personal background and hardships will be discussed among other...

Sunset Paddle - Registration Closed

The park is one of the best places around for viewing awesome sunsets. Come enjoy watching this one from the comfort of a kayak! Participants must be at...

1861 - The Civil War Begins

The American nation tears itself apart over the issue of slavery. The North believes the Union is preeminent, whereas the South claims states’ rights. Join...

Coffee Break

Friday evening at 8:00 we will have our weekly coffee break. This is an informal question and answer period and general chat session. Coffee, tea, and iced...

Films in the Forest: Magic in the Air

Come out to the Campground Amphitheater to watch the PBS Nature documentary "Magic in the Air." This documentary is all about some of nature's most...

Movie "The Boss Baby"

Grab the blankets, snacks and especially the family; come to Keystone State Park for the Friday night walk in movie. The park will be playing a variety of...

Elk in PA

Pa is home to the eastern most elk herd in the U.S. Learn about the history, challenges, management, and futre of Pa's largest deer. Pictures, video, and...

Lunar Viewing

Take a journey to the moon as we explore some of it's fascinating features. From highlands to volcanic plains, the moon has a diverse landscape. Join park...

Night Senses

Can you see as well in the dark as an owl? Hear as well as a fox? Join the park naturalist at the Amphitheater to put your night time senses to the test....

Theater in the Pines: Sky Watchers

This is a video guide to the daytime sky. It discusses why the sky is blue, how rainbows are formed, what causes wind, and many other topics.

Friday, September 1