DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Wednesday, July 13

DiscoverE - Outdoor Explorers

Explore, Experience, Enjoy – One family kickoff night and two additional evenings, for 6-8 year olds who want to learn more about Native Woodland Cultures....

DiscoverE - Penn Adventurers

Penn Adventurers is part of the Bureau of State Parks DiscoverE series for children for ages 9-12. Learn about the Haudenosaunee Culture by playing games,...

Morning Pontoon Ride

Join the Park Naturalists for a pontoon ride through the lagoons of Presque Isle. View the wildlife and plants while learning about the resource management...

StoryWalk - Box Turtle At Long Pond

Enjoy a story as you walk through the woods! You can find Box Turtle at Long Pond on the Whispering Pines Trail (#2) in the Pine Plantation use area as...

StoryWalk - My Happy Year

Enjoy a story as you walk through the woods! You can find My Happy Year by E. Bluebird on the Nature Trail (#16) outside the Education Building. Share...

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...

DiscoverE: Penn's Adventurers - Forest Scientists!

DiscoverE is a hands-on day camp experience that allows children to explore nature while building confidence, curiosity of the natural world and social...

Family Fishing Program

Discover just how much fun fishing can be when you do it as a family! Learn basic fishing skills and how to be a SMART angler. Then your family will get to...

Outdoor Explorers Nature Camp

Children ages 6-8 will learn about mammals through outdoor exploration, hands on activities, and simple craft projects. Camp will be held July 13-15, and the...

STORYWALK: Mama Built a Little Nest- Recurring Event Self Guided

Mt. Pisgah State Park invites you to enjoy reading "Mama Built a Nest" while walking along the Oh! Susanna Trail by Stephen Foster Lake between the pool area...

Watershed Institute for Educators

Open to all certified PA teachers! Act 48 credit available! Are you interested in motivating your learners to think outside the box, take risks, and...

Art in the Park

This weeks theme is Brown Bear, Brown Bear! This Program meets in The Falls Pavilion.

DiscoverE: Dragons and Damsels

The following program is for children of all age groups. Returning DiscoverE participants--please bring your folder so we can log your hours. Folders will...

Bicycle History Tour of Presque Isle 

Summer is here and people from all over are enjoying the sights and sounds of Presque Isle. One of the best ways to take it all in is by participating in a...

Historic Gristmill Summer Hours

The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State Park. The historic gristmill at McConnells Mill State Park is open mid-May through...

Lil' Sprouts Garden Club

Children ages 4-7 will enjoy garden related activites in our garden.

Little Naturalist Story Time - Registration Full

Registration for this program is full. Come out to the park to get a head-start knowing all about nature! Designed for children ages 3-6, we will read...

*Full With Waiting List * DiscoverE Camp

The future is bright in the natural world with this park program. DiscoverE is a three-day camp focused on Earth, Air, and Water around Pymatuning State...

Little Naturalist Story Time - Registration Full

Registration for this program is full. Come out to the park to get a head-start knowing all about nature! Designed for children ages 3-6, we will read...

"Wild Teas and Thee"

You're invited to a tea party!.oin the naturalist to sample some iced iteas made from wild plants and trees.

Hike for Hounds

Join us for a weeknight walk with furry friends! You may bring your own dog or choose to walk with a dog residing at the Somerset County Humane Society....

Wildlife Watchers on the Water

Enjoy a 1 ½ hour guided kayak program. The trip is a leisurely paddle through the coves of Lake Marburg to quietly observe wildlife on the water’s...

Full Moon Paddle

Full Moon Paddle – Wednesday, July 13, 2022 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM - Old 422 Launch by Region 2 Office (Prospect Exit off 422) – Moraine Paddling Lake Arthur in...

BYOKayak Full Moon Paddle

A kayak paddle beneath a full moon is a fantastic way to enjoy the park! All participants need to supply their own equipment including a headlight or...

Full Moon Hike

Join park staff for a moonlit hike on the Falling Run Trail. Learn the history behind the names of the full moons and observe the “buck moon” over Lake...

Night Sky Tour: Super Buck Moon

Join the park educator and our Astronomy enthusiast/Conservation Volunteer, for an exciting evening exploring the wonders of the heavens. Participants will...

Wednesday, July 13