DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Sunday, August 15

Self-Guided: DIY DiscoverE Activity Guide

Pick up your free copy of this summer's DIY DiscoverE Activity Guide! You can find a copy of the guide in the lobby of the education building at Kings Gap,...

StoryWalk: Tuesday

Self-Guided Mid-June through mid-September Visit the Watershed Trail in the Kings Gap Hollow Day Use area to enjoy a story...

Butterfly Hike

This hike is aimed at ages 8 & up. Take a leisurely 2-mile (round-trip) hike with a park naturalist to explore one of our best trails to view butterflies....

Geology Walk and Talk

Join our park educator for a morning hike around our park. We will explore one of the park's easier trails, chatting about the geology found within the park!...

Lagoon by Pontoon

Presque Isle State Park has miles of beautiful wetlands, ponds, and a lagoon home to many unique plants and animals. Enjoy a one-hour tour of the lagoon...

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

Join park staff for a fun and informative 1-hour tour, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Group size...

Art in the Park: Snake Edition

What’s the difference between venomous & poisonous? Did you know that in PA, we have 3 venomous snakes? Join the park educator at the nature center, as we...

Hawk Falls Clean-up

Head down the trail with a trash bag and gloves to tidy up our busiest, most popular trail. Registration is required.

Backyard Birds

We will be looking at some of the interesting birds that visit our backyards and forest. Learn some of the ways that you can help the birds that you love to...

Davis Run Trail Walk

Join the park naturalist for a walk to explore Davis Run Trail. This is a mostly easy hiking trail with some parts considered 'moderate'. Wear comfortable...

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...

Friends of Kings Gap - Yoga on the Terrace

Update: **Yoga is cancelled for September 26** Maggie Stonecash leads a yoga class suitable for all levels on the terrace of the mansion every...

Natural History Nature Walk

Join us at Sizerville State Park as we take a stroll through an old growth forest. Bring comfortable shoes to walk in. For more information contact the Park...

Non-Denominational Church Service

Non-Denominational Church service will be held every Sunday in the campground amphitheater (between areas E and F) from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The...

Reptiles at Boyd

Do you know how to help a large snapping turtle cross the road? Can you identify our 3 venomous snakes in PA? How many different types of lizards occur in...

Lagoon by Pontoon

Presque Isle State Park has miles of beautiful wetlands, ponds, and a lagoon home to many unique plants and animals. Enjoy a one-hour tour of the lagoon...

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

Join park staff for a fun and informative 1-hour tour, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Group size...

Wildflower Walk

Join Naturalist Robin Tracey from Tuscarora State Park for a hike at the Landingville Marsh on Sunday, August 15, 2021. The trail is 4 miles in length and...

Point of Industry

Join park staff for an easy walk around the park to learn about what the Point was like during the Industrial Revolution, including what buildings and...

Pontoon Boat Rides

Enjoy a ride on the pontoon boat. PFD’s will be provided. This is a first come first serve program due to limited seats. We will be able to take up to 12...

Fishing Tackle Loaner Program

What if you didn’t bring your fishing gear? No problem—borrow ours! Rods and tackle boxes will be available to borrow on a first come, first serve basis. All...

Hear the Hammer of Forging Iron

In the Nineteenth Century, wooden pegs were used for construction because metal products were so expensive. Come see an actual blacksmith in action with this...

Make and Take Tree Cookie Craft

Join us to decorate your own tree cookie with your favorite elk country design!

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

Join park staff for a fun and informative 1-hour tour, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Group size...

Self-Guided Tours: Mansion Open

Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home. The first floor will be...

Learning at the Beach

Come join the park naturalist at the nature table at the beach to see what he brought today. You never know what you might learn.

Archery 101

After brief introductions and a safety talk, you'll receive helpful advice on the proper technique for correctly holding a bow and releasing an arrow for...

Art in the Park: Snake Edition

What’s the difference between venomous & poisonous? Did you know that in PA, we have 3 venomous snakes? Join the park educator at the campground...

Blue Ball Tavern Tours

Step back in time into an 1800s tavern in the basement of the Blue Ball Museum. Run by the Historical Society, this collection of artifacts is cared for by...

Shoaff's Mill Tours

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...

Volunteer Garden Crew

Volunteer to work alongside our education staff as they weed the native plant landscaping at the Visitor Center. We provide instruction, tools, and kneeling...

Let's Bike the Rail Trail!

Bring your bike (or borrow one from the park) for a guided ride on the Lowlands Trail to learn about the history of the rail trail and watch for wildlife...

Archery for Adults

Have you ever wanted to learn about Archery? Now is the chance, join the park educators and get an intro course to archery basics. All equipment will be...

Connecting Women and Children with Public Lands--reading and discussion

Local outdoor writer, Lilace Guignard, will read from her book, When Everything Beyond the Walls Is Wild: Being a Woman Outdoors in America, and lead a...

Point of Industry

Join park staff for an easy walk around the park to learn about what the Point was like during the Industrial Revolution, including what buildings and...

Painting in the Outdoors: Butterflies

Friends of Raccoon Creek State Park has partnered with Artist Lora Russell to bring you "Painting in the Outdoors" at the park. We invite anyone from...

Portals to the Past

The fascination of Covered Bridges.

The Bear Out There

Join Black Bear expert John Hechler as he shares his vast knowledge.

On the Prowl with Bobcats

Bobcats have increased their populations dramatically in PA. Learn of their history in our state, as well as their management, life history, and...

Sunday, August 15