DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Wednesday, October 5

Waterfowl Watch

We are going on the lookout for some waterfowl for the Fall Migration Round-Up! Experience an unpredictable morning of bird watching & become acquainted with...

 Waterfowl Watch

We are going on the lookout for some waterfowl! Experience an unpredictable morning of bird watching & become acquainted with waterfowl that migrate through...

Story Walk

Enjoy a story as you walk through the woods! After the story, share with us your Monarch observations! Find it along the Nature Trail (#16) to the right...

Storywalk - Can He Keep It?

Enjoy a walk thru nature while reading a story. The story is located on Adams Run Trail, is less than 1/2 a mile, and handicap accessible. Parking is...

First Wednesday Walks

Join us for 1st Wednesday Walks at Pinchot. Led by park volunteer Glen Dunbar, explore the trails in the Conewago Day Use area on an approximately 1.5-hour...

Forest Bathing

Join us on this short, and slow walk through our beautiful forest. This practice involves being immersed in nature! Research shows that there are many health...

Little Naturalist Story Time

Come out to the park to get a head-start knowing all about nature! Designed for children ages 3-6, we will read nature-inspired children's literature and tie...

Trekking Tots

Little hikes for little legs. Join a aprk educator for a different themed nature walk with interactive activities every Wednesday from October 5th-November...

VIRTUAL Fall Wildflowers Talk

This program will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams; it will NOT take place face-to-face in the park. Dr. George Chamuris, Professor Emeritus of Biology...

Virtual: Canyon Fall Foliage Update

NOTICE: This is an online virtual program and does not take place at the park. Planning a visit to the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon this fall? Not sure when...

Little Naturalist Story Time

Come out to the park to get a head-start knowing all about nature! Designed for children ages 3-6, we will read nature-inspired children's literature and tie...

Hike for Health

Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg! These guided monthly hikes are 2 to 2.5 miles over uneven terrain. Dogs are welcome to hike on a...

Special 50 Year Park Anniversary Events

Save the dates and join the Friends of Ridley Creek State Park for numerous special 50 year park anniversary (1972-2022) programs being planned and soon to...

Sunken Garden Night Critters

Explore the woods and shoreline for the sights and sounds of the park at night. Some animals are most active after dusk, and guided by park staff, we will...

Wednesday, October 5