Name: Spring Storywalk | Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations
Start: 2023-05-31
End: 2023-05-31
Location: Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

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Spring Storywalk | Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations

Spring Storywalk | Snowman - Cold = Puddle:...
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Enjoy a story as you stroll along a trail. This spring's StoryWalk® is Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations. "Math meets metaphor in this eye-opening...

5/31

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

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Spring Egg Hunt
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This is a self-guided activity and will be up until June 1, 2023. Spring has sprung at Greenwood Furnace! Get outside and enjoy the park while searching for...

5/31 8am

Greenwood Furnace State Park, Furnace

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Environmental Education Programs and Field Trips for Schools

Environmental Education Programs and Field...
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Teachers, consider having an environmental education specialist visit your classroom, or welcome you onsite, to provide standards-based presentations that...

5/31 9am

Your school or onsite at Worlds End State Park

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Wednesday Morning Coffee & Birds

Join park naturalist and avid birder Rob Bergstresser for some morning coffee and birding! We'll enjoy some bird-friendly, certified organic, shade-grown...

5/31 9am

Beltzville State Park

Girl's Night Out (Ladies, age 18 & up):...

Enjoy looking for crayfish as a kid? Curious about the critters that live in our local stream? Did you know that you can tell a lot about the health of the...

5/31 5:30pm

Yellow Creek State Park, Meet at Lakeview Pavilion in the Day Use

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Hook, Line, and Simple: Intro to Fishing

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

5/31 6pm

Memorial Lake State Park

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Industrial History & Geology of Hells Hollow

Did you ever wonder how this lovely valley may have gotten its name? What did it look like in the 1800’s? Join a park guide to explore some unique geology...

5/31 6pm

McConnells Mill State Park, Hell's Hollow Parking Lot, Shaffer Road

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Wildlife Watchers on the Water - Kayak
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Enjoy a 1 ½ hour guided kayak program. The trip is a leisurely paddle through the coves of Lake Marburg to quietly observe wildlife on the water’s...

5/31 6pm

Codorus State Park

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June Bio Blitz Competition
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Calling all self-proclaimed naturalists! If you are a mushroom hunter, fisherman, birder, or just like walking the trails and discovering the diversity of...

6/1

Ricketts Glen State Park

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June Bio Blitz Competition
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Calling all self-proclaimed naturalists! If you are a mushroom hunter, fisherman, birder, or just like walking the trails and discovering the diversity of...

6/1 12am

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Misfit Mammals

Some animals are so good at living around people that they can get a bad reputation for causing mischief. But all is not what it seems, learn about a few of...

6/2 1:30pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, Wildlife Center Classroom

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Black Bears

Join the park naturalist to learn more about the black bears around Pennsylvania. Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural...

6/2 3:30pm

Hyner Run State Park

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Birding for Beginners

Ever wonder what species of bird fly by your head? Do you want to learn how to get started in a popular outdoor recreation activity? This program is for you!...

6/2 5pm

Black Moshannon State Park

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Moon Rising over Black Moshannon

Meet the Environmental Educators at Boat Launch 2 to learn about our closest celestial neighbor and watch it rise over the eastern shore of the lake. In the...

6/2 7:30pm

Black Moshannon State Park

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Butterflies and Moths

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

6/2 8pm

Hyner Run State Park

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Frog/Toad Call Bingo

Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the Nature Center to discover unique ways...

6/2 8pm

Kettle Creek State Park

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Animal Communication and Staying Safe Outdoors

Animals often communicate in ways that people have trouble understanding, which can lead to problems. Learn how some animals communicate and what you can do...

6/2 8:30pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Timber Rattlesnake

Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake

6/2 8:30pm

Hills Creek State Park, Nature Center Amphitheater

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Through Our Telescopes: Moon Watch
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Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural...

6/2 9pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Guided Bird Walk

Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided walk on the Lowlands Trails. A Park Naturalist will be on hand to interpret the sights and sounds of the breeding...

6/3 8:30am

Sinnemahoning State Park, Wildlife Center

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Canyon Waterfall Geology Hike

Explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the PA Grand Canyon. The one-mile round trip hike up about...

6/3 9am

Leonard Harrison State Park

Friends Workday

Join the Friends of Cook Forest at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom as we pick up litter on Forest Road and clean debris off trail bridges....

6/3 9am

Cook Forest State Park

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Canceled: Canoeing the Pine

Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled. Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...

6/3 10am

Tiadaghton State Forest

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Busy Beavers

Beavers are one of the only animals that physically change the environment to suit their needs. A Park Educator will be on hand to answer your questions...

6/3 1pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, 40 Maples Day Use Area

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Fire Tower/Seneca Point Historical Tour

Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns, of the...

6/3 1pm

Cook Forest State Park

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Nature Sound Bingo

How well do you know your calls of the wilds? Come on out to the amphitheater to learn & review different calls & sounds heard within Pennsylvania....

6/3 2:30pm

Ole Bull State Park

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GPS Basics & Geocaching

Learn the basics of a GPS receiver and have fun navigating to various locations looking for examples of “geocaches”. Although you can get the geocache app...

6/3 3pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Trail Talk

It’s National Trails Day! Stop by the ELC and talk with the park educator about all the trails Sizerville State Park has to offer. Short talk followed by a...

6/3 3pm

Sizerville State Park, Environmental Learning Center

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The Reservoir, the Dam, and Little Pine

Join the naturalist to take a stroll on the dam and learn the significance of it to the Little Pine Creek Valley, and also to the Susquehanna River. All...

6/3 3:30pm

Little Pine State Park

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Poolside Powwow
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Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park’s educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow,...

6/3 5pm

Sizerville State Park, Pool Deck

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Butterflies and Moths

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

6/3 8pm

Little Pine State Park

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Film in the Forest : Beavers

Come out to the amphitheater and learn about nature’s engineers, their ecological role, and their historical connection to Sizerville State Park! Short talk...

6/3 8pm

Sizerville State Park, Campground Amphitheater

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Meet Jeremiah – New Park Naturalist

We’ll get a campfire going at the Campground Amphitheater – you can bring a camp chair to sit close to the fire, and have a chat with Jeremiah – our new park...

6/3 8pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Nature at Night
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Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating...

6/3 8pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Strawberry Full Moon Paddle

Enjoy watching the Strawberry Full Moon rise over Black Moshannon Lake. Paddle to a campfire where mountain pies, smores, and drinks will be...

6/3 8pm

Black Moshannon State Park

Meet The Weasel Family

Not all members of the weasel family are called weasels. Find out about the other family members, how to identify them, and their aggressive nature. Many...

6/3 8:30pm

Hills Creek State Park, Nature Center Amphitheater

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Terrific Trees

Join us as we learn new things about the forests that surround us followed by a tree-rific documentary at the amphitheater.

6/3 8:30pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, The Campground Amphitheatre

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Full Moon Walk

Explore the Working Forest Trail on a short, but rewarding interpretive hike. Discover the history of the forest surrounding Cherry Springs State Park. Learn...

6/3 9pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Art in the Park: Cardinal Edition

These bright birds are one of the most recognizable flyers around. Did you know that cardinals are the state bird of seven, yes seven states! Come on over to...

6/4 9:30am

Ole Bull State Park

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Campground Round-Up
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Join the park educator for one more program, game, or activity before heading home - be on the lookout for her walking around!

6/4 10am

Sizerville State Park, Campground

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Misfit Mammals

Some animals are so good at living around people that they can get a bad reputation for causing mischief. But all is not what it seems, learn about a few of...

6/2 1:30pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, Wildlife Center Classroom

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Black Bears

Join the park naturalist to learn more about the black bears around Pennsylvania. Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural...

6/2 3:30pm

Hyner Run State Park

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Birding for Beginners

Ever wonder what species of bird fly by your head? Do you want to learn how to get started in a popular outdoor recreation activity? This program is for you!...

6/2 5pm

Black Moshannon State Park

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Moon Rising over Black Moshannon

Meet the Environmental Educators at Boat Launch 2 to learn about our closest celestial neighbor and watch it rise over the eastern shore of the lake. In the...

6/2 7:30pm

Black Moshannon State Park

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Night Sounds in the Valley!

Curious who is making all that ruckus while you’re trying to sleep? Join the park naturalist as we talk about and listen to the calls of what amphibians,...

6/2 7:30pm

Poe Valley State Park

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Park Info Walk
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You don’t even have to leave your campsite for this program! The park educator will be walking around the campground talking about camp safety, answering...

6/2 7:30pm

Sizerville State Park, Campground

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Butterflies and Moths

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

6/2 8pm

Hyner Run State Park

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Frog/Toad Call Bingo

Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the Nature Center to discover unique ways...

6/2 8pm

Kettle Creek State Park

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Animal Communication and Staying Safe Outdoors

Animals often communicate in ways that people have trouble understanding, which can lead to problems. Learn how some animals communicate and what you can do...

6/2 8:30pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Timber Rattlesnake

Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake

6/2 8:30pm

Hills Creek State Park, Nature Center Amphitheater

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Through Our Telescopes: Moon Watch
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Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural...

6/2 9pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Guided Bird Walk

Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided walk on the Lowlands Trails. A Park Naturalist will be on hand to interpret the sights and sounds of the breeding...

6/3 8:30am

Sinnemahoning State Park, Wildlife Center

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Canyon Waterfall Geology Hike

Explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the PA Grand Canyon. The one-mile round trip hike up about...

6/3 9am

Leonard Harrison State Park

Canceled: Canoeing the Pine

Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled. Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...

6/3 10am

Tiadaghton State Forest

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Busy Beavers

Beavers are one of the only animals that physically change the environment to suit their needs. A Park Educator will be on hand to answer your questions...

6/3 1pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, 40 Maples Day Use Area

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Nature Sound Bingo

How well do you know your calls of the wilds? Come on out to the amphitheater to learn & review different calls & sounds heard within Pennsylvania....

6/3 2:30pm

Ole Bull State Park

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GPS Basics & Geocaching

Learn the basics of a GPS receiver and have fun navigating to various locations looking for examples of “geocaches”. Although you can get the geocache app...

6/3 3pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Trail Talk

It’s National Trails Day! Stop by the ELC and talk with the park educator about all the trails Sizerville State Park has to offer. Short talk followed by a...

6/3 3pm

Sizerville State Park, Environmental Learning Center

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The Reservoir, the Dam, and Little Pine

Join the naturalist to take a stroll on the dam and learn the significance of it to the Little Pine Creek Valley, and also to the Susquehanna River. All...

6/3 3:30pm

Little Pine State Park

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Poolside Powwow
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Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park’s educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow,...

6/3 5pm

Sizerville State Park, Pool Deck

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Bat Bingo!

It’s National Pollinators Month, so let’s talk about a lesser known pollinator: BATS! What kind of animal is a bat? How many species are here in PA? Come out...

6/3 7pm

Poe Valley State Park

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Butterflies and Moths

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

6/3 8pm

Little Pine State Park

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Film in the Forest : Beavers

Come out to the amphitheater and learn about nature’s engineers, their ecological role, and their historical connection to Sizerville State Park! Short talk...

6/3 8pm

Sizerville State Park, Campground Amphitheater

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Meet Jeremiah – New Park Naturalist

We’ll get a campfire going at the Campground Amphitheater – you can bring a camp chair to sit close to the fire, and have a chat with Jeremiah – our new park...

6/3 8pm

Parker Dam State Park

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Nature at Night
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Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating...

6/3 8pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Strawberry Full Moon Paddle

Enjoy watching the Strawberry Full Moon rise over Black Moshannon Lake. Paddle to a campfire where mountain pies, smores, and drinks will be...

6/3 8pm

Black Moshannon State Park

Meet The Weasel Family

Not all members of the weasel family are called weasels. Find out about the other family members, how to identify them, and their aggressive nature. Many...

6/3 8:30pm

Hills Creek State Park, Nature Center Amphitheater

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Terrific Trees

Join us as we learn new things about the forests that surround us followed by a tree-rific documentary at the amphitheater.

6/3 8:30pm

Sinnemahoning State Park, The Campground Amphitheatre

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Full Moon Walk

Explore the Working Forest Trail on a short, but rewarding interpretive hike. Discover the history of the forest surrounding Cherry Springs State Park. Learn...

6/3 9pm

Cherry Springs State Park

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Introduction to Fly-fishing!

In collaboration with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), come out to Poe Valley State Park to learn how to fly fish! Fly fishing can be a fun way...

6/4 9am

Poe Valley State Park

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Spring Storywalk | Snowman - Cold = Puddle:...
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Enjoy a story as you stroll along a trail. This spring's StoryWalk® is Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations. "Math meets metaphor in this eye-opening...

5/31

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

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Spring Egg Hunt
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This is a self-guided activity and will be up until June 1, 2023. Spring has sprung at Greenwood Furnace! Get outside and enjoy the park while searching for...

5/31 8am

Greenwood Furnace State Park, Furnace

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Hook, Line, and Simple: Intro to Fishing

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

5/31 6pm

Memorial Lake State Park

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Wildlife Watchers on the Water - Kayak
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Enjoy a 1 ½ hour guided kayak program. The trip is a leisurely paddle through the coves of Lake Marburg to quietly observe wildlife on the water’s...

5/31 6pm

Codorus State Park

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Geocaching 101

Catch the geobug and learn about geocaching! This is an introductory course to geocaching. You will learn the basics of using a GPS unit to mark a waypoint...

6/1 2pm

Cowans Gap State Park

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Moonlight Walk around Shawnee Lake

Let your senses experience an enjoyable moonlight enhanced walk around Shawnee Lake using the Lake Shore trail (3.4 miles).

6/1 8:30pm

Shawnee State Park

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Birding 101

Search for birds, learn how to use guides, and try to ID birds sounds with park staff! Binoculars are recommended, but not required. For program questions...

6/2 5pm

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

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Bats

Bats are very beneficial to humans, but sometimes they still get a bad reputation. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about their habits, and how to...

6/2 7pm

Blue Knob State Park, Buck Hill Amphitheater

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Bones in the Stones

A look at fossils through information and a fossil ID activity.

6/2 7pm

Shawnee State Park

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Fish Grow on Trees

Fish need trees, just like you and me! We will talk about the many ways trees are important to healthy water and healthy fish. If you own land with or near a...

6/2 7pm

Samuel S. Lewis State Park

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Strawberry Moon Hike

Join the park naturalist for a hike around the lake as we learn about the June full moon and why it is called the Strawberry Moon. We will also learn about...

6/2 7pm

Cowans Gap State Park

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BYOKayak Full Moon Paddle

A kayak paddle beneath a full moon is a fantastic way to enjoy the park! All participants need to supply their own equipment including a headlight or...

6/2 8:30pm

Prince Gallitzin State Park

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Retreat from Gettysburg

Amateurs talk about strategy, but professional officers talk about logistics. After 200,000 soldiers engaged in battle over three days, it was now time for...

6/2 8:30pm

Caledonia State Park

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Beginning Birder Workshop

All families, adults, teens, and children age 6 or older are welcome. Activities include; bird walks, kid's corner, nature walk, birding bingo, scavenger...

6/3 8am

Caledonia State Park

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Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) Workshop - Building...

Join the Friends of Pinchot for an informational workshop on the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect introduced from Asia that has been spreading across...

6/3 9am

Gifford Pinchot State Park

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Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group Work Day

Join the Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group to kick off the trail work season on National Trails Day. Work will be done within the Laurel Mountain...

6/3 9:30am

Forbes State Forest

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Furnace Walking Tour

Pine Grove Furnace was not always the scenic mountain getaway you see today. Take a 1-mile walk through the past to discover the history of Pine Grove...

6/3 10am

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

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National Trails Day Hike

Join us for an interpretive hike at Swatara State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the Trout Run trailhead, follow the...

6/3 10am

Swatara State Park

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Families in the Forest - Beautiful Bugs!

Join us as a family to discover nature with outdoor exploration and guided activities led by Pennsylvania Master Naturalist, Kristin Joivell, and sponsored...

6/3 12pm

Greenwood Furnace State Park, Park Office

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Shoaff's Mill Tours
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Shoaff's Mill is an 1840's era Grist Mill that operates from May to October on weekends from 1-3pm. See a 32 ft steel waterwheel turn just as it has for over...

6/3 1pm

Little Buffalo State Park

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Underdog Hike: Ledges Loop

Someone must root for the underdogs. Join our park naturalist as we talk a walk and learn about some of nature’s underdogs. Meeting Location: Balanced Rock...

6/3 1pm

Trough Creek State Park

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Life of James Buchanan

Come out for our June program at Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park and join the park naturalist for a look at the life of James Buchanan, the fifteenth...

6/3 2pm

Buchanan's Birthplace State Park

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National Trails Day Hike

Join us for an interpretive hike at Boyd Big Tree Preserve to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the educational pavilion, connect and...

6/3 2pm

Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area

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Thaddeus Stevens Blacksmith Shop
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Thaddeus Stevens was NOT a blacksmith. He owned the 10,000 acres that comprised Caledonia Ironworks. As a leading abolitionist, he advocated for the end of...

6/3 2pm

Caledonia State Park

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National Trails Day Hike at Pole Steeple

Celebrate National Trails Day by taking a hike to Pole Steeple Overlook with the park educator. The trip will be 1.5 miles total, and consists of steep,...

6/3 5pm

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

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Science in the Park: Bears

Keep an eye on your picnic baskets. Join our park naturalist as we learn about the PA’s black bear. Meeting Location: Park Amphitheater

6/3 5pm

Trough Creek State Park

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Pennsylvania Coyote. Coywolf? Coydog? Coy Mystery?

A program on the coyotes, adaptations, spread and evolution.

6/3 7pm

Shawnee State Park

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Wild about Snakes

Through displays and maybe some live specimens, challenge yourself to separate fact from fiction about snakes of Pennsylvania. Discover fun facts about both...

6/3 7pm

Blue Knob State Park, Buck Hill Amphitheater

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Campfire Tales: Tales from the Trails

Join the park naturalist around the campfire to hear some mild ghost tales from the trails in the surrounding area. Beware, you may just learn something new!...

6/3 8pm

Cowans Gap State Park

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Beaver Watch

Learn more about the ecology of beavers as we investigate their feeding, lodge and dam areas. We will start at the campground beach, walk a portion of...

6/3 8:30pm

Prince Gallitzin State Park

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Environmental Education Programs and Field...
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Teachers, consider having an environmental education specialist visit your classroom, or welcome you onsite, to provide standards-based presentations that...

5/31 9am

Your school or onsite at Worlds End State Park

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Wednesday Morning Coffee & Birds

Join park naturalist and avid birder Rob Bergstresser for some morning coffee and birding! We'll enjoy some bird-friendly, certified organic, shade-grown...

5/31 9am

Beltzville State Park

Hook, Line, and Simple: Intro to Fishing

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

5/31 6pm

Memorial Lake State Park

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June Bio Blitz Competition
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Calling all self-proclaimed naturalists! If you are a mushroom hunter, fisherman, birder, or just like walking the trails and discovering the diversity of...

6/1

Ricketts Glen State Park

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Weekly Weeders
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Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to work alongside our education staff as they mulch, pull weeds, divide plants,...

6/1 8:30am

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

Birding for Retirees

Join the park naturalist for an easy "birding" walk around the Environmental Interpretive Center. "Birding" is the hobby of observing and identifying birds...

6/1 9am

Beltzville State Park

Lil' Sprouts Garden Club
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Lil" Sprouts, a series of children's garden programs, will introduce young children ages 4 - 6 to the joys of planting, tending, harvesting, and eating their...

6/1 10:30am

Worlds End State Park

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Stover after Sunset Hike

Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button. ***Meeting location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...

6/1 7:30pm

Ralph Stover State Park

Stover after Sunset Hike

Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button. ***Meeting location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...

6/1 7:30pm

Delaware Canal State Park

Volunteer Garden Crew
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Join us in the Visitor Center landscaping as we weed, mulch, and spruce it up. This work is best suited to adults and older children, but all are...

6/2 9am

Hickory Run State Park

Home School Nature Adventures
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Discover nature with other elementary age homeschoolers (K-5) who meet up every other Friday with DCNR park naturalist to explore the outdoors through a wide...

6/2 10am

Ridley Creek State Park

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White pine growing out of Boulder Field - Hickory Run State Park

Boulder Field Basics
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Meet park staff for a brief talk on the history and significance of this geologic wonder. Please allow 20 minutes to drive to Boulder Field from Route 534.

6/2 1pm

Hickory Run State Park

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Compasses, Maps, and You!

Learn how to use compasses and maps. Materials provided. Meet at the Amphitheater. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more...

6/2 1pm

Ricketts Glen State Park

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Compass Course

Put your compass skills to the test by navigating our compass course. Materials provided. Meet at the Amphitheater. Contact Rhiannon Summers at...

6/2 2pm

Ricketts Glen State Park

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Bears in the Park

Pennsylvania black bears have recently emerged from hibernation, and some baby bears have experienced the sun for the first time in their lives! Join park...

6/2 2:30pm

Hickory Run State Park

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Friends Trail Day
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Join the Friends of Ridley Creek State Park trail crew on their monthly trail maintenance excursions where they care for park trails, remove invasive plants...

6/3 9am

Ridley Creek State Park

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Guided Nature Hike
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Join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a guided nature hike through Ridley Creek State Park. We will explore birds, trees, wildflowers and park history along the...

6/3 9am

Ridley Creek State Park

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Intro to Mountain Biking- Bring your Own Bike

This two-hour program is designed to make a first-time mountain biker feel comfortable exploring Jacobsburg’s multi-use trails. During the first portion of...

6/3 9am

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

Lock 29 Trail Tender Clean-up

Join the DLNHC and Lehigh Gorge State Park to clean up Locks 28 and 29 along the D&L Trail in White Haven in the spirit of National Trails Day! This is a...

6/3 9am

Lehigh Gorge State Park

Variety of arrows in a target - Hickory Run State Park

Beginner Archery (FULL)

This program requires pre-registration to attend. Register online by clicking here. Join park staff to learn the basics of archery, including safety,...

6/3 10am

Hickory Run State Park, Field near CCC Dam

National Trails Day

Join Park Resource Rangers for a stroll around the turtle trail. This healthy hike will cover a distance of 4.5 miles along the turtle trail. This hike is...

6/3 10am

French Creek State Park

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National Trails Day Hike

Join us for an interpretive hike at Swatara State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the Trout Run trailhead, follow the...

6/3 10am

Swatara State Park

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Volunteer Event: Trail Clean Up

This volunteer event celebrates National Trails Day. After meeting at the visitor center, participants will be provided with equipment to pick up litter...

6/3 1pm

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

Hike for National Trails Day

Participate in National Trails Day by joining the park naturalist in hiking the Little Cherry Run Loop Trail to see our hidden gem waterfall. This is a...

6/3 2pm

Ricketts Glen State Park

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National Trails Day Hike

Join us for an interpretive hike at Boyd Big Tree Preserve to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the educational pavilion, connect and...

6/3 2pm

Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area

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Nature Notebooks

Join us for this hands on how to workshop. You will create your own nature inspired journal. Basic nature jounaling techniques will be discussed and you will...

6/3 3pm

Promised Land State Park

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Nature Nibbles

Come and sample some teas and foods made from wild plants.

6/3 4pm

Frances Slocum State Park

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Turtles

Turtles are awesome! After a short lecture we’ll search for basking turtles. Binoculars and spotting scope provided. This program meets at the Wildlife...

6/3 5pm

Promised Land State Park

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Full Moon Astronomy

Learn about our moon and take a closer look with our telescope. Don't forget your flashlight and bug spray! Park and meet at the Visitor Center. This...

6/3 8pm

Ricketts Glen State Park

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Full Moon Hike

Join us as we explore Conservation Island in the late evening. The Strawberry Full Moon will be rising as we make our way around the island.

6/3 8:30pm

Promised Land State Park

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Girl's Night Out (Ladies, age 18 & up):...

Enjoy looking for crayfish as a kid? Curious about the critters that live in our local stream? Did you know that you can tell a lot about the health of the...

5/31 5:30pm

Yellow Creek State Park, Meet at Lakeview Pavilion in the Day Use

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Industrial History & Geology of Hells Hollow

Did you ever wonder how this lovely valley may have gotten its name? What did it look like in the 1800’s? Join a park guide to explore some unique geology...

5/31 6pm

McConnells Mill State Park, Hell's Hollow Parking Lot, Shaffer Road

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Birding and Wildlife Hike North Shore

Join us for to look for birds and wildlife throughout North Shore and Boy Scout Camp. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. We will go on a 1-2 mile forest and...

6/2 9am

Yellow Creek State Park, Meet at North Shore Pavilion

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Lagoon by Pontoon
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DCNR staff and Volunteers offer a free interpretive pontoon boat ride throughout Misery Bay and the lagoons. Experience the plants and animals that live in...

6/2 9am

Presque Isle State Park

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Mushrooms & A Log's Life: Storytime & Walk

Bring your little ones to come listen to a story of a log's life, to hear about all the critters that use a log in life and after. After the storytime we...

6/2 1:30pm

Yellow Creek State Park, Meet Outside Park Office

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National Trails Day Hike

National Trail Day Hike – Friday, June 2, 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Meet beside Pavilion #7 (McDanels Launch Area) Moraine Celebrate National Trails Day...

6/2 2pm

Moraine State Park

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Family Fishing

Family Fishing – Friday, June 2, 2023 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM – Meet near Bear Run Launch (South Shore) - Moraine Looking for a great way to connect with...

6/2 6pm

Moraine State Park

Frog Hunt

Join us for one of our most fun and popular programs. We’ll meet at the Kentuck Campground Amphitheater to discuss our plan of attack. Then we’ll head to...

6/2 8:30pm

Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater

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Birding Series: Birding Paddle

Join PA Game Commission, park staff, and Friends of Goddard for a paddle to explore a section of the northwest shores of Lake Wilhelm and the birds that call...

6/3 8:30am

M.K. Goddard State Park

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National Trails Day Family Bike Rides
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Join park staff for one of our Family Bike Rides on the bike trail at Oil Creek State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! Each ride is an out-and-back...

6/3 9am, 11am

Oil Creek State Park

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National Trails Day-Volunteer Trail Day

Join us in celebrating National Trails day by volunteering some time out on the trail. We will meet at 9am and work until lunch. Contact bawallace@pa.gov...

6/3 9am

Ohiopyle State Park, 171 Dinnerbell Road

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Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group Work Day

Join the Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group to kick off the trail work season on National Trails Day. Work will be done within the Laurel Mountain...

6/3 9:30am

Forbes State Forest

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Family Nature Palozza at Blue Spruce Park

This event is at Blue Spruce Park in Indiana, not Yellow Creek State Park. Join Yellow Creek State Park at the Family Nature Palozza at Blue Spruce Park in...

6/3 10am

Yellow Creek State Park, Blue Spruce Park Indiana, PA

Outdoor Skills Workshop

Join us for a weekend learning about how to see and experience more in nature as we cover a wide range of observation and campcraft skills. Topics will...

6/3 10am

Raccoon Creek State Park

Preston’s Pearl Cruises
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McDanel's Launch Area on North Shore Learn about Moraine State Park, its history, wildlife, and conservation efforts while cruising Lake Arthur on the...

6/3 1pm

Moraine State Park, Owlet, McDanel’s Launch, North Shore, Moraine State Park

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Archery 101

Archery 101 – Saturday, June 3, 2023 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM – Pleasant Valley Non-Motorized Launch Area (South Shore) – Moraine Archery is a fun activity,...

6/3 4pm

Moraine State Park

Live Amphibians and Reptiles

Join our guest Herpetologist April Claus as she shows off a variety of native amphibians and reptiles. This is a great program for all ages. April has a...

6/3 7pm

Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater

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Registration Full Full Moon Paddle **Bring...

Join us for some fun as we explore the lake during the full moon. Start the evening off by paddle off into the sunset, then turn around and watch the moon...

6/3 8pm

Moraine State Park, Old 422 Boat Launch Area

Registration Full Full Moon Paddle **PARK...

Join us for some fun as we explore the lake during the full moon. Start the evening off by paddle off into the sunset, then turn around and watch the moon...

6/3 8pm

Moraine State Park, Old 422 Boat Launch Area

Warbler Walk

Warbler Walk – Sunday, June 4, 2023 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Pleasant Valley Non-motorized Launch Area (South Shore) - Moraine Come out to Moraine State...

6/4 8am

Moraine State Park

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Meadow Run Hike

The Meadow Run Trail has many geologic features that create the back drop for its beauty. From large rock formation to water falls to majestic hemlocks,...

6/4 10am

Ohiopyle State Park, Meadow Run Trailhead on Dinnerbell Road

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Tree ID Hike

Did you ever wonder while strolling through the vast forests of Ohiopyle which trees were which? Join us to hike along the Beech Loop while we learn how to...

6/4 7pm

Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater

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PA Salamanders

What is a salamander, and where do they live? Learn about Pennsylvania’s diversity of salamanders with the Oil Creek State Park naturalist. Play a giant...

6/6 6pm

Oil Creek State Park

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Virtual Wildlife Wednesday

Join Park educators for a virtual presentation of the wildlife of Presque Isle that is captured on camera traps, video, and photography. See what the...

6/7 10am

Presque Isle State Park

Wild Edibles

Nature is full of useful and sometimes tasty plants. Join the park naturalist to identify common and historically used edible and medicinal plants growing at...

6/7 5:30pm

Oil Creek State Park

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What's all the buzz about bees?

BBBZZZ! In case you did not already know, bees are truly the bee’s knees. Bees are one of our top pollinators. Pollinators are responsible for one-third of...

6/7 6pm

Moraine State Park, Pavilion #7 McDanel’s Launch Area (North Shore)

Bat Survey

Join park staff to complete the PA Game Commission bat survey. Learn about the impact White-nose syndrome had on PA bat populations. We will observe and...

6/7 7pm

Maurice K. Goddard State Park

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DiscoverE: Salamander Safari Preregistration...

Join Park Educator, Lisa Meadows, and Intern Blake Mauthe to explore Laurel Run for salamanders and other critters! Please bring shoes that can get wet....

6/8 1:30pm

Yellow Creek State Park, Meet at the Park Office

Morning Bird Walks
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Join Jennings staff for casual bird walks this summer on June 9th, July 14th, and August 18th. Birders of all levels are welcome. We'll meet in the prairie...

6/9 9am

Jennings Environmental Education Center

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Salamander Safari

Join the park naturalist for some family fun spotting salamanders at Oil Creek. We'll learn how to identify common salamanders found in Venango County...

6/9 5:30pm

Oil Creek State Park

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Registration Full Full Moon Paddle **Bring...

Join us for some fun as we explore the lake during the full moon. Start the evening off by paddle off into the sunset, then turn around and watch the moon...

6/3 8pm

Moraine State Park, Old 422 Boat Launch Area

Warbler Walk

Warbler Walk – Sunday, June 4, 2023 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Pleasant Valley Non-motorized Launch Area (South Shore) - Moraine Come out to Moraine State...

6/4 8am

Moraine State Park

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Hike for Health
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Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Dogs are welcome to hike on a...

6/7 5:30pm

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

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Fern Walk

Come and discover the fascinating ferns and other flowerless plants within the park. During the hike, you will learn about the folklore, uses, and how to...

6/11 1pm

Raccoon Creek State Park

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Moth Night

As the sunset, join us to learn about the moths that call Raccoon Creek State Park home during National Moth Week. We will also be catching, identifying,...

7/22 9:30pm

Raccoon Creek State Park

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Industrial History & Geology of Hells Hollow

Did you ever wonder how this lovely valley may have gotten its name? What did it look like in the 1800’s? Join a park guide to explore some unique geology...

5/31 6pm

McConnells Mill State Park, Hell's Hollow Parking Lot, Shaffer Road

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National Trails Day Hike

National Trail Day Hike – Friday, June 2, 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Meet beside Pavilion #7 (McDanels Launch Area) Moraine Celebrate National Trails Day...

6/2 2pm

Moraine State Park

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Friends Trail Day
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Join the Friends of Ridley Creek State Park trail crew on their monthly trail maintenance excursions where they care for park trails, remove invasive plants...

6/3 9am

Ridley Creek State Park

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Archery 101

Archery 101 – Saturday, June 3, 2023 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM – Pleasant Valley Non-Motorized Launch Area (South Shore) – Moraine Archery is a fun activity,...

6/3 4pm

Moraine State Park

What's all the buzz about bees?

BBBZZZ! In case you did not already know, bees are truly the bee’s knees. Bees are one of our top pollinators. Pollinators are responsible for one-third of...

6/7 6pm

Moraine State Park, Pavilion #7 McDanel’s Launch Area (North Shore)

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Upcoming Events upcoming PA Wilds North South East West trending

Enjoy a story as you stroll along a trail. This spring's StoryWalk® is Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations. "Math meets metaphor in this eye-opening...

This is a self-guided activity and will be up until June 1, 2023. Spring has sprung at Greenwood Furnace! Get outside and enjoy the park while searching for...

Teachers, consider having an environmental education specialist visit your classroom, or welcome you onsite, to provide standards-based presentations that...

Join park naturalist and avid birder Rob Bergstresser for some morning coffee and birding! We'll enjoy some bird-friendly, certified organic, shade-grown...

Enjoy looking for crayfish as a kid? Curious about the critters that live in our local stream? Did you know that you can tell a lot about the health of the...

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

Did you ever wonder how this lovely valley may have gotten its name? What did it look like in the 1800’s? Join a park guide to explore some unique geology...

Enjoy a 1 ½ hour guided kayak program. The trip is a leisurely paddle through the coves of Lake Marburg to quietly observe wildlife on the water’s...

Calling all self-proclaimed naturalists! If you are a mushroom hunter, fisherman, birder, or just like walking the trails and discovering the diversity of...

Calling all self-proclaimed naturalists! If you are a mushroom hunter, fisherman, birder, or just like walking the trails and discovering the diversity of...

Some animals are so good at living around people that they can get a bad reputation for causing mischief. But all is not what it seems, learn about a few of...

Join the park naturalist to learn more about the black bears around Pennsylvania. Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural...

Ever wonder what species of bird fly by your head? Do you want to learn how to get started in a popular outdoor recreation activity? This program is for you!...

Meet the Environmental Educators at Boat Launch 2 to learn about our closest celestial neighbor and watch it rise over the eastern shore of the lake. In the...

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the Nature Center to discover unique ways...

Animals often communicate in ways that people have trouble understanding, which can lead to problems. Learn how some animals communicate and what you can do...

Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake

Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural...

Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided walk on the Lowlands Trails. A Park Naturalist will be on hand to interpret the sights and sounds of the breeding...

Explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the PA Grand Canyon. The one-mile round trip hike up about...

Join the Friends of Cook Forest at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom as we pick up litter on Forest Road and clean debris off trail bridges....

*Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled.* Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...

Beavers are one of the only animals that physically change the environment to suit their needs. A Park Educator will be on hand to answer your questions...

Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns, of the...

How well do you know your calls of the wilds? Come on out to the amphitheater to learn & review different calls & sounds heard within Pennsylvania....

Learn the basics of a GPS receiver and have fun navigating to various locations looking for examples of “geocaches”. Although you can get the geocache app...

It’s National Trails Day! Stop by the ELC and talk with the park educator about all the trails Sizerville State Park has to offer. Short talk followed by a...

Join the naturalist to take a stroll on the dam and learn the significance of it to the Little Pine Creek Valley, and also to the Susquehanna River. All...

Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park’s educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow,...

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

Come out to the amphitheater and learn about nature’s engineers, their ecological role, and their historical connection to Sizerville State Park! Short talk...

We’ll get a campfire going at the Campground Amphitheater – you can bring a camp chair to sit close to the fire, and have a chat with Jeremiah – our new park...

Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating...

Enjoy watching the Strawberry Full Moon rise over Black Moshannon Lake. Paddle to a campfire where mountain pies, smores, and drinks will be...

Not all members of the weasel family are called weasels. Find out about the other family members, how to identify them, and their aggressive nature. Many...

Join us as we learn new things about the forests that surround us followed by a tree-rific documentary at the amphitheater.

Explore the Working Forest Trail on a short, but rewarding interpretive hike. Discover the history of the forest surrounding Cherry Springs State Park. Learn...

These bright birds are one of the most recognizable flyers around. Did you know that cardinals are the state bird of seven, yes seven states! Come on over to...

Join the park educator for one more program, game, or activity before heading home - be on the lookout for her walking around!

Some animals are so good at living around people that they can get a bad reputation for causing mischief. But all is not what it seems, learn about a few of...

Join the park naturalist to learn more about the black bears around Pennsylvania. Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural...

Ever wonder what species of bird fly by your head? Do you want to learn how to get started in a popular outdoor recreation activity? This program is for you!...

Meet the Environmental Educators at Boat Launch 2 to learn about our closest celestial neighbor and watch it rise over the eastern shore of the lake. In the...

Curious who is making all that ruckus while you’re trying to sleep? Join the park naturalist as we talk about and listen to the calls of what amphibians,...

You don’t even have to leave your campsite for this program! The park educator will be walking around the campground talking about camp safety, answering...

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the Nature Center to discover unique ways...

Animals often communicate in ways that people have trouble understanding, which can lead to problems. Learn how some animals communicate and what you can do...

Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake

Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural...

Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided walk on the Lowlands Trails. A Park Naturalist will be on hand to interpret the sights and sounds of the breeding...

Explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the PA Grand Canyon. The one-mile round trip hike up about...

*Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled.* Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...

Beavers are one of the only animals that physically change the environment to suit their needs. A Park Educator will be on hand to answer your questions...

How well do you know your calls of the wilds? Come on out to the amphitheater to learn & review different calls & sounds heard within Pennsylvania....

Learn the basics of a GPS receiver and have fun navigating to various locations looking for examples of “geocaches”. Although you can get the geocache app...

It’s National Trails Day! Stop by the ELC and talk with the park educator about all the trails Sizerville State Park has to offer. Short talk followed by a...

Join the naturalist to take a stroll on the dam and learn the significance of it to the Little Pine Creek Valley, and also to the Susquehanna River. All...

Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park’s educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow,...

It’s National Pollinators Month, so let’s talk about a lesser known pollinator: BATS! What kind of animal is a bat? How many species are here in PA? Come out...

Join the naturalist for a look into the life cycle of butterflies and moths. The program will include a craft and a little walk. This program is suited for...

Come out to the amphitheater and learn about nature’s engineers, their ecological role, and their historical connection to Sizerville State Park! Short talk...

We’ll get a campfire going at the Campground Amphitheater – you can bring a camp chair to sit close to the fire, and have a chat with Jeremiah – our new park...

Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating...

Enjoy watching the Strawberry Full Moon rise over Black Moshannon Lake. Paddle to a campfire where mountain pies, smores, and drinks will be...

Not all members of the weasel family are called weasels. Find out about the other family members, how to identify them, and their aggressive nature. Many...

Join us as we learn new things about the forests that surround us followed by a tree-rific documentary at the amphitheater.

Explore the Working Forest Trail on a short, but rewarding interpretive hike. Discover the history of the forest surrounding Cherry Springs State Park. Learn...

In collaboration with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), come out to Poe Valley State Park to learn how to fly fish! Fly fishing can be a fun way...

Enjoy a story as you stroll along a trail. This spring's StoryWalk® is Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations. "Math meets metaphor in this eye-opening...

This is a self-guided activity and will be up until June 1, 2023. Spring has sprung at Greenwood Furnace! Get outside and enjoy the park while searching for...

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

Enjoy a 1 ½ hour guided kayak program. The trip is a leisurely paddle through the coves of Lake Marburg to quietly observe wildlife on the water’s...

Upcoming Events
upcoming PA Wilds North South East West trending

Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled. Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...

Due to low water levels, this program has been cancelled. Join us on a guided, interpretive canoe trip on Pine Creek to learn about the flora and fauna...