DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Saturday, November 12

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...

Long-tailed Duck

Spend the morning checking out local ponds and lakes in search of ducks, geese, and other swimming birds! You never know what we may find as these birds...

Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru

Come explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park,...

Fall Trees of Little Buffalo - Self-Guided Hike

Want to learn about some of the trees in your forest? Take our self-guided tree hike and become introduced to several common trees of Little Buffalo along...

Thanksgiving Campfire Cooking Demonstration

Come join the park naturalist for a Thanksgiving inspired camp cooking demonstration. There will be snacks and some hot drinks. Enjoy some samples while...

Exploring an Old Growth Forest

Join us on a 1.9 mile hike through a remnant old growth forest. Find out what makes these ecosystems so special and learn about the plants and animals that...

Bog Treasures

Take a hike on the boardwalk to see the unique plants and animals that call the bog home. Meet at Boat Launch #3 on West Side Road.

Family Science Saturday

Come out on Saturday for a variety of activities from making a pine cone bird feeder to matching animal furs and skulls. This program will be at the Park...

Geology: Minerals Rock!

Join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a trailside exhibit to explore the world of rocks and minerals. We will learn differences between sedimentary, igneous and...

Hibernation Basics

Come learn about Pennsylvania’s deep hibernators. We’ll talk about what makes hibernation such an amazing survival tool and why scientists are studying it....

Walk with a Veteran

Take a walk with us along the multi-purpose trail, share your military experiences and listen to other veterans' stories. The trail is paved, and walk will...

Beaver Walk

See a beaver lodge up close, then hike along the Lake Loop to look for beaver signs. This will be a one-mile trail that has roots and rocks on it. Meet at...

Birds of Autumn

Bring the kids for an educational program about the residential songbirds of Pennsylvania. There will be a DIY pinecone birdfeeder craft so that we can help...

The Beauty of Botany

Join Dr. Susan Munch on a scientific plant-identification walk though the Nolde Forest. This is a hands-on botany walk through the woods, so please dress for...

Bark and Buds: Winter Tree Identification

Leaves can be a useful tool to identify a tree but what do you for nearly six months when they aren't growing? Join us to learn how to use the structure,...

Black Bears

Join us for an informative presentation as we learn many fascinating facts about one of Pennsylvania's largest mammals. Learn about their physiology, life...

History Hike

Take a walk back in time to the limekilns of a bygone era. Learn the process of making quicklime and what it was used for. See the area through the eyes of...

Saturday, November 12