DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Wednesday, August 18

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...

Wildlife Watchers on Water Kayak Program

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...

Bird Walk with Doug Gross

Doug Gross, retired PA Game Commission biologist and eBird coordinator, will guide us on a bird walk in the woods and shrub lands of Ricketts Glen State...

Discovery Hike

Tag along on this leisurely nature hike along the Frost Hollow and Snowflake Trails. As we put two miles under our boots, we will discuss all we discover to...

Splashin' Around

***Registration required: Space is limited. Please register for this program by clicking the green "Register" button. When registering please specify how...

Splashin' Around

***Registration required: Space is limited. Please register for this program by clicking the green "Register" button. When registering please specify how...

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...

Hide-'n- Seekers DiscoverE Program

Young children ages 4 - 6 will learn about forest wildlife through stories, games, puppets, and a craft.

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...

Nature Story Time

Join us for a nature story, and stay for a nature activity based on the theme of the book we just read! Program will last less than 1 hour. This program is...

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...

Introduction to Kayaking

Always wanted to try kayaking? 9-acre Lake Frances is the perfect lake for beginners. This hour-long session is for those who have NEVER kayaked before....

DiscoverE:The Case of the Detritivore: Detective Decomposer Tween/Teen Program

Even though the woods may have dead teees littering the understory, they don't stay there forever. Who, or what, makes it possible for new growth (plants &...

Outdoor Explorers DiscoverE Program - "The World of Bats"

Children ages 7 - 12 will explore the nighttime life of our only flying mammals, the bats. Fun, hands-on activities!

Animal Tracks

Learn how to identify common animal tracks you may find in the park. Meet at the Amphitheater. **Please register by clicking on the green register...

Lil' Hikers

A walk in the woods is a great way to get the kids out and about! Pre-schoolers will discover what lives in the forest around them on this short hike.

Introduction to Kayaking

Always wanted to try kayaking? 9-acre Lake Frances is the perfect lake for beginners. This hour-long session is for those who have NEVER kayaked before....

Intro to Kayaking

Beginners only! Are you new to kayaking and don't know where to begin? If you are thinking about getting into kayaking, join us for a crash course in the...

Lake Paddle

Come enjoy a relaxing paddle and unwind! You should have previously attended our introductory course or have kayak experience to register for this session....

Hike for Hounds

Join us for a weeknight walk with furry friends! You may bring your own dog, or choose to walk alongside dogs residing at the Humane Society of Somerset...

 Purple Martin Gathering

Presque Isle State Park has many unique habitats such as wetlands, ponds, forests, and beach. The peninsula is home to a variety of birds, that use the...

Moonstruck

Join our naturalist educator for a guided tour of the moon! Spotting scope and binoculars provided, please bring a flashlight.

Wednesday, August 18