DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Saturday, April 1

National Birding Day

Bring your binoculars and join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a fun morning hike to search for spring migrants along back trails. Beginners and families are...

First Day of Trout

Join us for the statewide first day of trout fishing for this introduction to fishing for children under the age of 16. All equipment and bait are provided...

Saturday Morning Birding Series

Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am...

**Registration Filled** History Hike: Behind the scenes of the CCC

Join park staff for a hike celebrating CCC appreciation day. On this 5-mile hike we will be going behind the scenes of the CCC workers that helped lay the...

FODC Annual Canal Cleanup

The Friends of the Delaware Canal Clean-Up Day is scheduled for April 1, 2023. The entire 58.9-mile length of the Canal will get its annual spring cleaning...

Friends Trail Day

Join the Friends of Ridley Creek State Park trail crew on their monthly trail maintenance excursions where they care for park trails, remove invasive plants...

Volunteer Work Day

We need help with park projects! This month, we will be focusing on our group camping area: Replace decking on tent platforms Brush clearing Power...

Waterfowl Walk

Come out and enjoy a morning of birding with Moraine State Park staff and members of the Bartramian Audubon Society. Moraine is a top birding destination,...

North Central & Northeast Forestry Education Symposium

The North Central and Northeast Forestry Education Symposium is a FREE event presented by Bradford County, Susquehanna County, and Wyoming County...

Spring Thaw Walk

Spring is here and we’ll take a walk through the fields and woods to find the signs of spring. From spring wildflowers to spiders, to the greening trees and...

Vernal Pool Walk

Come learn about vernal pools and the creatures that use them as we explore one of these seasonal wetlands. Participants should wear appropriate footwear for...

Writing in the Woods Nature Journaling Workshop

Join local author, Jim Busch, for a family-friendly nature journaling workshop at Forbes State Forest. Explore how to express your experiences in nature on...

April Fool’s Day Hike

Do you know the difference between a crow and a raven? Or a wolf and coyote? Why do some moths look like they have giant eyes on their wings, and why did...

Fishy Fun in Pavilion One

Something fishy is going on in Pavilion 1! Trout related activities such as Trout Trivia, Watercolor Painting Trout, Kid’s Fishing Game, and more will be...

Finding Your Inner Child: Adult Salamander Walk Preregistration required

Did you love jumping creeks to look for salamanders, turtles, and snakes? In this program you will have the opportunity to relive your youth in search of...

Geology of Oil Creek

Lace up your hiking boots and join the park naturalist on a hike through some of Oil Creek State Park’s most interesting geologic features. We’ll cover...

Harriet Lane Johnston: More Than a Niece

Join us for the first of our monthly programs at Buchanan's Birthplace State Park. These programs will take place on the first Saturday of each month through...

Invaders of Penn's Woods

Join us to learn about how invasive species are affecting Pennsylvania's forests and wildlife through educational activities. Program will be held from 1:00...

What's Cool in the Pool?

Join Jennings staff to discover what’s hopping, splashing, and swimming in woodland vernal pools. After a brief introduction, a one-mile hike through...

Beautiful Bluebirds

The beautiful Eastern bluebirds are getting ready for their spring breeding season. Take a stroll along one of the cavity nest box trails to learn about the...

FULL - Map & Compass 101

Registration is full at this time. Come out and learn the basics of finding your way with a map and compass. We’ll learn the essentials of reading...

Ghost Town Historical Walking Tour

Join us for a historical walking tour of the park. Learn about the village built around an inferno, including what happened when the furnace fell silent, and...

Barred Owl

Whoooo do you hear? Join us as we listen for the owls that call the park home. After a short presentation about how owls reign supreme in the darkest of...

Woodcock Walk

Join park staff to learn more about the American Woodcock and explore its unique habitat in the park. If we are lucky, we may see the amazing courtship dance...

Woodcock Walk

Join us as we go in search of this unique and amazing bird that goes my many names such as timberdoodle, woodcock, night partridge, bigeye, bogsucker, or...

Saturday, April 1