DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Thursday, August 5

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...

Self-Guided Prairie Wildflower Walkabout

Explore the stunning and diverse blooms of Pennsylvania’s only managed and protected prairie during a special, limited-time only Self-Guided Prairie...

Appalachian Trail from Big Flat

We will carpool north and hike the Appalachian Trail south back into Caledonia. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and a snack for this eleven mile hike. Dogs...

DiscoverE: Penn's Adventurers (Ages 9-12)

Penn’s Adventurers is a structured approach, guiding children to develop knowledge and problem-solving skills. This camp provides hiking and more in-depth...

Trekking Beltzville Series: Those Irritating Invasive Species

Join the park naturalist for a 3 to 3.5-mile guided nature hike along the beautiful Christman and Wildcreek Trails. This part of the "Trekking Beltzville...

Penn's Adventurers DiscoverE Camp

This day camp is designed for the active tween aged 10, 11 & 12. We'll go kayaking, learn some basic archery and survival skills. Registration is required...

Discover E: Nature Scavenger Hunt BINGO

Come learn about neature while playing a fun game! Check off blocks on your Bingo Card. Search for different native and invasive plants, listen for bird and...

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...

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...

All About Snakes

While many people are downright terrified of snakes, they're actually very beautiful and beneficial reptiles. Come over to the Wildflower Reserve, and we'll...

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...

White pine growing out of Boulder Field - Hickory Run State Park

Join us on the porch at the Visitor Center for a DCNR Conservation Volunteer-led craft for children. Each week we will have a different craft to create and...

Laurel Lake Kayak Tour

Take a guided kayak tour of Laurel Lake. Space is limited to 14 participants. Participants must be 12 or older and be able to swim to register....

History of the Point

Join park staff for an easy walk around the park to learn about the history of the Point and how the land here changed from forested wilderness to a busy...

Family Fishing Program

The PA Fish & Boat Commission will be offering their Family Fishing Program for families with little or no fishing experience. Participants learn basic...

Friends of Nockamixon Monthly Meeting

Join the volunteer group that helps keep the park beautiful! Friends formed as a chapter of the PA Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF). PPFF is a private,...

Bones in the Stones

Where can you find dinosaur evidence in Pennsylvania? Plus, family top 10 fossil identification activity.

Bioluminescent Fungi Walk

Venture with us as we explore the trails in a hunt for the illusive bioluminescent fungi. On this journey, we will be hiking nearly a mile along dark trails...

Thursday, August 5