Join the park naturalist to discover the wild life of butterflies native to Raccoon Creek. Learn about the life cycle of a butterfly, what they eat, and...
Kids 15 years old and under can enter any catfish they catch in Shawnee Lake from noon on Friday, Aug 30, 2019 thru 11 am on Monday, Sept 2, 2019 for a...
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...
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation is a tale of science, culture, and thrilling adventure. Earth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes...
Join us on Friday, August 30, 2019 at 10:30 am as we explore the mountain behind Locust Lake State Park and visit Silver Creek Fire Tower and Reservoir. ...
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State Park. The historic gristmill at McConnells Mill State Park is open Memorial Day...
Sea Turtles are some of Earth's most ancient and majestic creatures. For over 100 millions years, they have traversed the seas, surviving multiple mass...
Backyard Wilderness will surprise and entertain viewers with the unexpected wonders of nature that are right under our noses- in our own backyards. Spanning...
Travel to the 'inland seas' where some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth is also the world's largest concentration of freshwater. The Great Lakes are...
The Hide-N-Seekers programs at the park will follow a different format this year. They will be a number of Friday afternoon sessions throughout the summer. ...
Sea Turtles are some of Earth's most ancient and majestic creatures. For over 100 millions years, they have traversed the seas, surviving multiple mass...
Backyard Wilderness will surprise and entertain viewers with the unexpected wonders of nature that are right under our noses- in our own backyards. Spanning...
Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation is a tale of science, culture, and thrilling adventure. Earth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes...
Hike the 0.7 mile Delzell trail at the Egbert Farm Day Use Area with the park naturalist and learn about how the oil boom drastically changed this region. ...
Join us for an evening kayak on Holman Lake. You must register as space is limited. Call the park office to register. Meet at the small kayak shed next to...
**REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. A wait list has been started. If you would like to be added to the wait list, please contact Jean at 724-668-2939 or...
Take a short hike to see a beaver lodge up close. Find out what they like to eat, how long it takes them to build a lodge, and how much they weigh. Make a...
Learn about one of Lackawanna Lake’s most interesting architects while logging some Get Your Tail on the Trail miles. We will hike along the Frost Hollow and...
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...
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff on a short, guided walk of park facilities, learning about their past, present and...
Mosey on down to the campground amphitheater to learn about deer! We will discover and discuss the unique creature that calls Pennsylvania home and then...
An HD short film, produced by Wild Excellence Films, is about the ancient hemlock trees of Cook Forest which are under attack from the hemlock woolly...
Friday evening at 8:00 we will have our weekly coffee break. This is an informal question and answer period and general chat session, held every Friday...
Join the park naturalist on a trip through the night sky. This program will focus on learning how to use a star map, finding visible constellations and...
Today is National Toasted Marshmallow Day! Sticks, marshmallows, and fire will be provided – all you need to bring is your toasting techniques! We will...
Experience the splendor of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park. Observe the constellations through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Listen...
Join park staff to explore the night skies! This tour will walk you through a bit of historic astronomy, highlight one or two prominent features visible...
Join the park naturalist to discover what insects are active after dark. Using a UV Light set-up to attract them in, we can study and discuss the various...
Gifford Pinchot was the first head of the US Forest Service and a former governor of Pennsylvania. This video tells his story and the lasting impact he made...
