DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Saturday, May 6

Spring Storywalk |  Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations

Enjoy a story as you stroll along a trail. This spring's StoryWalk® is Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations. "Math meets metaphor in this eye-opening...

STORYWALK: Curious George Makes Maple Syrup

Mt. Pisgah State Park invites you to enjoiy reading "Curious George Makes Maple Syrup" while walking along a portion of the Oh! Susanna Trail. This Storywalk...

Global Big Day Birding Walk

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...

PA Basic Boating Course

This program is run by the PA Fish and Boat Commission. This certification course is a great way for the first-time boater or seasoned boater to learn all...

Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education

Hunter-trapper education training for all first time hunters. This is a six-hour training class required by law for all first-time hunters and trappers...

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...

Spring Bird Walks

Conservation volunteer and avid birder, David Kruel, will lead a bird walk on Saturday, May 6, at 8:00 am. The walk will begin at Locust Lake State Park...

Spring Egg Hunt

This is a self-guided activity and will be up until June 1, 2023. Spring has sprung at Greenwood Furnace! Get outside and enjoy the park while searching for...

Spring Migration Bird Hike

Spring migration is almost at its peak, and warblers, flycatchers, vireos, tanagers, and other neotropical migrating birds are arriving at the park in large...

The Saturday Morning Birdwatching Series

Come on out to Colonel Denning State Park every Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. from April 29th until June 3rd (there will be no program on Saturday, May...

Basic Boating Course

The PA Fish & Boat Commission’s PA Basic Boating Course was developed to supply boaters with practical information so they can make better informed decisions...

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...

Morning Bird Walk

Join the park naturalist on a fun easy walk as we look for birds that are around the lake. We will meet in at the Beach Parking Lot. Be sure to wear sturdy...

Volunteer Work Day

We need help with park projects! This month, we will be focusing on beautifying the Mansion Area, and possibly some trail work. Trail...

Red Trillium

Join the park naturalist for a walk on the paved bike trail starting at the Jersey Bridge Trailhead as we learn to identify spring wildflowers. We will walk...

Women in the Wild!  **FULL**

Back again for 2023 is our Women in the Wild event! This "field day for women" consists of up to 4 classes, lunch provided, and the opportunity to meet other...

Yough River Sojourn - Laurel Hill Creek

The first section of this year's sojourn will be on Laurel Hill creek and will be in partnership with our neighbors at Laurel Hill State Park. Laurel Hill...

Wildflower Walk

Wildflower Walk (ages 10 and up) – Join Friends of Pinchot volunteers or park staff on an easy woodland stroll, identifying wildflowers and sharing bits of...

Variety of arrows in a target - Hickory Run State Park

This program requires pre-registration to attend. Register online by clicking here. Join park staff to learn the basics of archery, including safety,...

Furnace Walking Tour

Pine Grove Furnace was not always the scenic mountain getaway you see today. Take a 1-mile walk through the past to discover the history of Pine Grove...

Remake Learning Days:  All About Birds

Stop by anytime between 10am and 1pm to get to know birds a bit better. We will explore bird behavior and unique avaian adaptations. Learn to use...

Volunteer Work Day at Davis Hollow Cabin

The Friends of Davis Hollow Cabin will be hosting a workday at the Historic Davis Hollow Cabin located at Moraine State Park. Consider helping and meeting...

Wildflower Walk

Learn about spring wildflowers on this informative, 2 mile hike. This program is free but pre-registration is required. For more information or to register...

Wildflowers of Hell’s Hollow

Experience the beauty of McConnells Mill with a walk in the lovely Hell’s Hollow valley. Despite the name, it is one of the most charming places to...

Woodland Wildflower Walk

Join the park educator on this field trip to discover a rich array ofnative wildflowers found growing along a scenic headwater stream. Easy walking, one...

Bird Day Festival!

Bald Eagle State Park is being taken over by the birds! Join us in the Beach Area from 1 - 4 PM for an afternoon of... Family-friendly...

Eagle Watch

Our eaglets are already becoming teenagers, the transition from puff ball to fierce predator is a fast one. Join the naturalist on Hawk Point for a peak into...

In-Line Spinner Tying Class

Please meet at the Park Office Conference Room to learn how to make in-line spinners for fishing. Program conducted by Bill McClintock, camp host and...

Wildflower Walk

Celebrate national Wildflower week by taking a nice liesurely walk along the wooded park trails to discover what wildflowers are found in the park. Get tips...

Jack-in-the-Pulpit

Join the park naturalist at Petroleum Centre Bike Trail Parking Lot for a walk on the paved bike trail as we learn to identify spring wildflowers. This is an...

Birding Series: Wood Ducks and Bluebirds

Join Park Staff to learn more about how to monitor and maintain wood duck and bluebird boxes. We will cover the history of both, how to maintain and monitor...

Elk Walk and Talk

Join a staff member as we walk the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often...

General Hugh Mercer

Join us for our second monthly program at Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park as we learn about General Hugh Mercer for whom Mercersburg was named. We will...

Here Comes the Sun - Safe Solar Viewing

Get to the park before sunset, and take a safe look at the sun! Join the PA Wilds Astronomy Club to safely view the sun with special telescopes. As we...

Hike with Ranger Mike

Join Mike, the Park Resource Ranger, on a guided nature hike. This hike will be along the Nature and Lowlands Trails. Learn about some of Pennsylvania's...

Woodcock Walk

Timberdoodles, bogsuckers, and labrador twisters! Come learn about this bird of many names and talents, and then see if we can catch a glimpse of their...

Finding the Constellations

Join the park naturalist at the amphitheater for a program on finding the constellations. Afterwards, we will move to the beach for a stargazing session....

Toad Patrol

Spring is the time of year when toads make their way to their seasonal breeding grounds. However, sometimes they need a little help crossing the street to...

A nearly full moon on a black background. The bottom left corner of the moon is covered in shadow, a waxing gibbous.

Explore the diverse landscape of our moon, explore highlands, volcanic plains, and moon mission landing sites. Join park staff in viewing lunar natural...

Saturday, May 6