Enjoy a story as you walk along a trail.
You can find spring's StoryWalk® at the White Oaks Trail in the Kings Gap Hollow Day Use Area.
This season's story...
Self-Guided Story Stroll: I Know the River Loves Me, Yo se que el rio me ama, by Maya Christina Gonzalez
Come read a story while enjoying a walk outdoors....
Bring your own kayak on this relaxing morning paddle on Hopewell Lake. We will meet at the Hopewell Boat Launch area and take a look at the features that...
Join us for a leisurely paddle on Lake Nockamixon from 9am-11am, meet at the Marina Visitor Center. This is a morning wildlife paddle on the lake to explore...
Join yoga instructor, Tawnia Converse, for a morning yoga session on Lake Jean Beach.
No experience required and bring your own mat or towel.
**Please...
Presque Isle State Park is celebrating its 100-year anniversary. A new educational exhibit showcasing the history of the park will be on display from May...
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...
This program is for youth ages 3 to 5 years old and their parents or guardians. Together we will explore, observe, and discover the outdoor adventures of our...
What lives in the Frog Pond? Join us to learn more about the macroinvertebrates, insects, and amphibians that call our Frog Pond home!
Please pre-register...
2021 Historic Gristmill Hours are from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at McConnells Mill State Park. The historic gristmill will be open to visitors Wednesdays through...
The Three Rivers Arts Festival will be back in Point State Park and downtown Pittsburgh for 2021.
There will be bands playing in the evening on June 4, 5,...
This program will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams; it will NOT take place face-to-face in the park.
Want to learn more about a pretty neat natural...
This is a virtual event.
They flutter and buzz about, but what else do they do? Join our park naturalist as we discuss pollinators and how they are an...
Welcome to our Little Tadpole Series! This series will encourage younger children (ages 3 – 5 years old) to notice nature and the world around them. ...
Right now, the turtles of Presque Isle are in the water and have already laid their eggs this past Spring. They may be seen basking on logs or on the shore...
Take a walk around Parker Lake as we discuss the development of this area to the park that it is today. We will hike part of Laurel Run
Trail and traverse...
Come out and learn all about trout and other fish species at Laurel Lake. Fishing Gear will be available for the program. Bring sunblock, bug spray, water...
Join the park naturalist for a moderately paced hike on one of our trails. These more difficult hikes will take you at least 2 miles through the forests &...
The mountain laurel is in bloom! Come see the beauty of Pennsylvania’s state flower in bloom and learn about its natural history as we take a 2.5-mile...
Win a prize if you can match the mammal fur to the picture! There will also be a cool mammal display.
Note: Masks and social distancing at park programs are...
Porters Cove Paddle – Friday, June 11, 2021
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Meet at Bear Run Launch (South Shore) - Moraine
Join Moraine Park staff in a kayaking...
Join our experts from L.L. bean and learn a bit more about map and compass for a great course for individuals new to navigating with a compass. Our map and...
Join Park Naturalist, Jessie Kohan, to learn about our natural symbols of PA. Come see whitetail deer, brook trout, ruffed grouse, and lots more interesting...
Glancing out into the darkened woods, you're likely to see flashes of light all over the place! Fireflies are such amazing animals and they're even the...
The Spotted Lanternflies are slowly consuming the commonwealth. Come find out how you can help slow this spread!
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged....
Join our friends from PA bat rescure for this family program about our favorite flying mammals - the bat!
Did you know there are 9 species of bat in PA and...
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 campground amphitheater to discover...
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 at...
Step back into time and experience the culture of the lumbermen in the late 1800’s. Topics will include the local history and prehistory of the area, the...
Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake.
All current COVID-19...
Meet the park naturalist for a talk about our nocturnal birds of prey! Program will cover owl adaptations, owls in PA, & will include a short walk to listen...
Registation is closed. Program is full.
Fireflies and lightning bugs have fascinated us for generations. Join us to learn about how and why these beetles...
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...
