DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Friday, June 11

Self Guided - StoryWalk®: The Listening Walk

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 - Storybook Trail at Painted Turtle Pond

Explore the habitat of Painted Turtle Pond as you read Over and Under The Pond by Kate Messner on our current storybook trail. On this self guided...

Story Stroll: I Know the River Loves Me

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: Hopewell Lake

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...

Kayak Lake Nockamixon

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...

Yoga on the Beach

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...

Exhibit: 100 Years of Presque Isle State Park

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...

Home School Nature Adventures

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...

Little Learners

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...

Outdoor Explorers (ages 6-8) – Pond Exploration (DiscoverE)

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...

Historic Gristmill Hours

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...

Three Rivers Arts Festival

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,...

VIRTUAL Cicada Cacophony

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...

Virtual- Science in the Park:Pollinators

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...

Little Tadpole Series: Water

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. ...

Virtual Turtles of Presque Isle

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...

History Walk

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...

Live at the Pool Deck

Join us at the Pool Deck as we unveil a show and tell of what creatures can be found within the park. Please bring a face mask for Covid safety.

All About Trout Homeschool Day

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...

Fish of Little Pine and Hyner Run (Virtual Program)

Be advised that this program will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams and will not take place face to face at Hyner Run State Park. Join the park...

Evening Hikes

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 &...

Mountain Laurel Hike - Broken Tip

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...

Name That Mammal!

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

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...

Beginner map and Compass

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...

Fireside Tales

Bring your best outdoor adventure stories to share; true, legend or up for debate. We have some good ones!

Natural Symbols of PA

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...

Ellychnia corrusca

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...

Spotted Lanternflies: How to Combat our Newest Invaders

The Spotted Lanternflies are slowly consuming the commonwealth. Come find out how you can help slow this spread! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged....

Throwback: Wildflower Walk

[Note: This program was offered at this date, time, and location 50 years ago.] Join us on a stroll down Laurel Run Trail looking for wildflowers.

Bats in the Forest

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...

Frog 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 campground amphitheater to discover...

Milky Way Over Halfway Dam

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...

Lumbering of Hyner Run

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...

Movie at the Amphitheater

Visit Sizerville State Park as we see a movie on Raptor Restoration and how they've bounced back since. Please bring a face mask for Covid Safety.

Pennsylvania Forests

The Caledonia naturalist will give a live presentation about the health of Pennsylvania forests and the status of various species.

Timber Rattlesnakes

Explore the biology, management, and myths through video, artifacts, and demos highlighting the state’s largest venomous snake. All current COVID-19...

Owls at the Amphitheater

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...

Fireflies and Lightning Bugs

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...

Night Sky Tour

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...

Friday, June 11