Go for a walk with Presque Isle’s very own flat naturalists. Much like the Flat Stanley in schools, Presque Isle will have Flat Naturalists meet you on a...
Take a walk and read a story at the same time. Throughout the month of July and August 2022, visit Presque Isle State Park for a self -guided story walk...
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...
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...
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...
The Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC) and the Presque Isle State Park complex house many agencies, organizations, partners, and volunteers that play a...
Join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a 5 mile nature hike through White Clay Creek Preserve. We will explore birds, trees, wildflowers and park history along...
Take a shady stroll along scenic Mary Ann’s Creek. We’ll learn about what impacts it, it’s water quality and the stream life that inhabits it.
Wentz...
Join park staff for a fun and informative tour around the lake, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife....
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...
The Western Maryland Railway along with the B & O were the “Life blood” of Ohiopyle in the early 1900’s. The Western Maryland line was location in what we...
Join us for a mindful outdoor experience with guide, Faith Sartori. Enjoy a mindful walk with time for reflection. A journal and sit pad or towel are...
Presque Isle State Park has miles of beautiful wetlands, ponds, and a lagoon home to many unique plants and animals. Enjoy a one-hour tour of the lagoon...
These bright birds are one of the most recognizable flyers around. Did you know that cardinals are the state bird of seven, yes seven states! Come on over to...
Join park staff for a guided hike exploring 1-2 miles of the park’s ~50 miles of available trails. We’ll chat about whatever we find along the way! Stone...
Join the Park Naturalist at Sizerville State Park for a morning talk on mammals found throughout Pennsylvania. The program will take place at Sizerville's...
Join the park naturalist on an easy 1-mile walk on the Nature Trail as we talk about woodpeckers in our area, look for signs of them, and listen close for...
Come join us at Keystone State Park Farmer’s Market. Every Sunday, weather permitting from June 5, 2022 until September 25, 2022 in the Beach parking lot....
Join our park educator for a discussion about mosquioes, ticks, West Nile Virus and Lyme disease. Learn about treatments and prevention and take home a tick...
Join our park educator for an informative presentation about mosquitoes and ticks/West Nile Virus and Lyme. She'll discuss biology, facts and prevention-...
Join the park naturalist from Tuscarora SP on a hike to Leaser Lake on August 14, 2022 at 10 am. This hike will take us to a new place to explore. The...
Our park educator will lead an intruduction to fungal ID and some basic wild edible mushroom species. Beginning in the learning center and ending on a trail....
Come to M.K. Goddard State Park's annual Music at the Marina. Food vendors, free concerts, educational and recreational opportunities available. Registration...
Children and adults are both invited to come and hunt for unique and common objects around the park. We will be having fun and learning about the objects...
For centuries people have gathered local plants and infused them with water to make tea. During this program we’ll introduce you to some of these teas and...
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...
Join park staff for a fun and informative tour around the lake, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife....
Presque Isle State Park has miles of beautiful wetlands, ponds, and a lagoon home to many unique plants and animals. Enjoy a one-hour tour of the lagoon...
Take a ride on the pontoon boat to see beautiful views of the lake. Each ride will have a specific topic, which are listed below. Age limit is 4 years and...
In the Nineteenth Century, wooden pegs were used for construction because metal products were so expensive. Come see an actual blacksmith in action with this...
**The Mansion will be closed on September 25th due to a road closure. **
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an...
Join park staff for a fun and informative tour around the lake, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife....
These bright birds are one of the most recognizable flyers around. Did you know that cardinals are the state bird of seven, yes seven states! Come on over to...
Meet park staff for a brief talk on the history and significance of this geologic wonder. Please allow 20 minutes to drive to Boulder Field from Route...
Join our park educator on-deck at the pool during water safety breaks for an informative chat. She'll discuss and show you whatever the park offers that day....
Shoaff's Mill is an 1840's era Grist Mill that operates from May to October on weekends from 1-3pm. See a 32 ft steel waterwheel turn just as it has for over...
Feeling artsy? Or maybe you just want to know a little more about Opossums? Join in as we learn how to draw an Opossum and talk some common Opossum knowledge!
New to learning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet...
Not only do animals need to get food, water and shelter, they must stay alive while doing it. Come learn about the fascinating world of animal defenses. The...
Join our park educator on-deck at the pool during water safety breaks for an informative chat. She'll discuss and show you whatever the park offers that day....
Are you new to kayaking and don't know where to begin? If you are thinking about getting into kayaking, join us for a crash course in the basics of kayaks....
The world keeps spinning, and why not enjoy the setting sun from the vantage point of a kayak. All equipment (kayaks, paddles, vests) will be provided, but...
Take a .75 mile hike along the Mid-State Trail to see an active beaver lodge! Learn about their history, management, and role in our park. Great hike for...
Bring your own cup to sample some sweet
fern/mountain mint tea grown right here in
the park. Talk for this year will be about the
“wood wide web”, a term...
The black bear has long been a symbol of nature untamed. Its large, lumbering form commands respect and ignites curiosity. It’s a creature most readily...
Take a moment to look at the stars - while sitting in a kayak. All equipment (kayaks, paddles, vests) will be provided, but please dress appropriately for...
These two members of the weasel family were extirpated from PA by logging and unregulated harvest. Learn of their return to our state and how well they are...
