DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Sunday, September 11

Flat Naturalist  Self-Guided Tree Challenge

Head out to the park for an adventure with your very own flat naturalists! Much like the Flat Stanley in schools, Washington Crossing Historic Park will...

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...

Farmer's Market

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....

Guided Nature Hike

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...

Monarch Madness

During this program you will have the opportunity to participate as a citizen scientist for Monarch Watch, a conservation and research program based at the...

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

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....

*Registration Full* Girl Scouts Love McConnells Mill

Calling all Girl Scouts, let’s celebrate our shared love for the outdoors, by joining park staff in a fun filled day exploring the natural wonders of...

McConnells Mill Historic Gristmill Autumn Hours

Thursdays through Sundays - 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State Park. The historic gristmill at...

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

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....

The Great Mushroom Fair

The park welcomes the Wyoming Valley Mushroom Club as they share their knowledge and ID skills. Learn about edible, poisonous, and medicinal mushrooms, and...

The Great Mushroom Fair--for Girl Scouts

On this "Girl Scouts love state parks weekend", girls and their leaders are invited to check out all the amazing mushroom displays. Stop and see the park...

Hear the Hammer of Forging Iron

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...

History Tours: Mansion Open

**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...

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir

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....

Cancelled: Archery Stewards for Girl Scouts

-Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2022- This program is cancelled. Girl Scouts, come out to Kings Gap to learn the basics of archery technique, safety, and...

Girl Scouts Love State Parks:  Fun with Microscopes

Celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend by joining the park educator to discover the many interesting microscopic creatures that live at Raccoon Creek...

Monarch Tagging – Girl Scouts Love State Parks

This program is only for girl scouts and their families. Mid-September is the perfect time to witness migrating monarchs on their way to overwintering...

Shoaff's Mill Tours

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...

Art for Kids: Antler Craft

Make a pair of antlers to wear and take home and learn about antlers and how they grow! All materials provided. Best for ages 3 to 10. Younger children...

Elk Explanations

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...

Girl Scouts Love State Parks—Cavity Nesters

Join a Park Naturalist for a presentation on cavity nesters and animal stewardship then decorate a cavity nest of your own to take home. Intended for Scouts,...

Cancelled: Archery Stewards for Girl Scouts

-Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2022- This program is cancelled. Girl Scouts, come out to Kings Gap to learn the basics of archery technique, safety, and...

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Forestry Basics

Celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend by joining the park educator to discover and learn the basics of forestry. Measuring and managing trees might...

Bats; Facts, Fiction and Fascination

Join guest preenter Jessie Kohan for a look at the world of bats.

Sunday, September 11