DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Thursday, September 9

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 Walkabout: Finding Ferns and Their Friends

Ferns and their allies (other spore-bearing plants) are sometimes overlooked in favor of flashy flowers, but they are, in truth, an incredible example of...

Weekly Weeders

Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to work alongside our education staff as they mulch, pull weeds, divide plants, and...

Hiking Series #6 RESCHEDULED

This hike has been rescheduled from July 29 and August 19 and September 2 due to weather. Join a naturalist at 9 a.m. on select weekdays for hikes of...

Moss-Hanne Trail Hike

Ready for a workout? Join us for a day of exploring our longest trail within the park (approximately 8 miles). Bringing appropriate footwear, bug spray,...

CCC Trail Hike

Hike this trail that traverses parts of the park that have been effected by both man and nature. We will discuss major changes the area has witnessed, as...

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...

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...

Botanical Sketching

In the days before cameras, scientists and naturalists had to rely on their own artistic abilities to accurately portray the natural world. We'll be using...

Tannery Trail Hike

Join us in search of turtleheads, cardinal flowers, bee balm and other wildflowers on an easy two mile hike. Please wear boots or shoes that can get wet and...

Oil derricks and barrel located at Benninghoff Farm

Are you a fan of rags-to-riches tales and wild west drama? If so, this is the hike for you! Come learn about the Great Benninghoff Robbery, where several...

Trekking Beltzville Series: Nature's Amazing Pollinators

Fall is quickly approaching, and a lot of insects are actively busy pollinating late-blooming plants. This will also be a great time to observe peak Monarch...

Science Girl  After School Program Preregistration requried

Are you a girl in 7th -12th grade that is interested in PA Mammals like bobcats and whitetail deer? Join the park educator to learn all about our state...

Thursday, September 9