DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Saturday, February 19

StoryWalk: No Two Alike

Enjoy a story as you walk through the woods. This season’s story, No Two Alike, can be found on the paved Whispering Pines Trail in the Pine Plantation Day...

StoryWalk®

Enjoy a calm stroll starting at the pavilion across the road from the visitor center. Proceed to follow the story down the path to read Over and Under the...

Advanced Watershed Education Chemistry-Only Teacher Workshop

Watershed Education (WE) is an inquiry-based, interdisciplinary curriculum that is geared for students in grades 6-12. Developed by the DCNR Bureau of State...

Professional Development: Get Outdoors PA Snowshoe

Educators in traditional and non-traditional settings are invited to get outdoors with a winter themed professional development training. A mix of indoor and...

Roaring Run Ramble

Explore the northern portion of the Roaring Run Natural Area during this moderately-paced, 8-mile day hike. Learn about the unique history and natural...

Wag Walk

*Dog-friendly Hike* Bring your furry friend for a hike at Nolde Forest. All dogs must be on a leash at all times. Hike will be approximately 1-2 miles of...

Great Backyard Bird Count

Wander the park with members of the local bird club, on the lookout for winter birds in woodland, meadow, and wetlands of the First Fork Valley while...

Snowshoe Basics

Learn about the different types of snowshoes, how they work, and how to enjoy winter using them. Please dress for going outside for part of the program; park...

Virtual: Introduction to Composting

Learn how easy it is to turn table scraps and yard trimmings in to “black gold” otherwise known as compost! Join a Park Educator from 10AM to 11AM on...

Backyard Birding 101

Join the park naturalist for an introduction to birding as we take part in The Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Great Backyard Bird Count. We'll learn why this...

Beaver Walk

Take a short hike to a beaver lodge to see it up close. Find out what they eat in the winter months, how much they weigh, and how many live in a lodge. ...

Snowman in the Forest Day - CANCELLED

Due to anticipated Clarion River flooding and potential safety concerns due to recent changes to snow and ice conditions, DCNR Cook Forest State Park and...

Learn to Cross-country Ski

Learn how to enjoy this winter sport with the whole family. Learn why cross-country skis work the way they do, how to get fitted in the proper-sized...

Mysteries of the Great Lakes on the Big Green Screen

The Big Green Screen movie theater at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center presents Mysteries of the Great Lakes every Saturday in February at 1pm. Mysteries...

Great Backyard Bird Count

Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count with a bird walk in the fields and forests of Jacobsburg. This year marks 25 years for this community science...

Freeform FeederWatch!

Stop in McConnell Hall anytime between 2:00 and 3:30 PM to take a gander at the birds enjoying the feeders. An educator will be on site to help beginners...

Winter Birding

Our time outside may dwindle in the winter, but not for wildlife, especially birds. Birds are adapted for all weather and are fascinating creatures. Join us...

         Full Moon Nighttime Experience

**Due to icy, unsafe trail conditions this program has been canceled** Join Jennings staff as we experience the magic of a winter forest under a full...

Saturday, February 19