DCNR Calendar of Events

Events

Monday, September 4

Celebrate PA Trails Month

Celebrate PA Trails Month by exploring all of the trails that M.K. Goddard State Park has to offer. With 16 miles of trails, M.K. Goddard provides endless...

Introduction to Archery

Come learn the basics of archery! How-to and safety will be discussed, followed by an opportunity for participants to try it for themselves. This activity is...

Early Bird Hike (Bald Eagle State Park Hiking Series #4)

Hiking is a great way to improve both your physical & mental health! Join the park naturalist for an approximate 2.2-mile hike along Hunter Run West Loop...

STORYWALK: TRACTOR MAC: HARVEST TIME - Recurring Event

StoryWalk is a fun educational activity that places a children's book along a section of the Oh! Susanna Trail. The book that was choosen for this fall is...

Basic Bird Walk

Join us to find some feathered friends in the park on an easy .5 mile hike near the Visitor Center. We’ll give an overview of basic birding skills and some...

Bird Walk

Join a Park Naturalist on a guided bird walk. Binoculars are encouraged but not required. The park has a limited supply of binoculars available on a first...

PA Trivia

How much do you know about PA? Lets do a Kahoot together to find out and learn more! Technology is provided. (ipad trivia challenge)

Paddle Lackawanna

Registration is full for this program. Work up an appetite before your Labor Day picnic! We are going to take on the entire length of Lackawanna Lake on...

Coffee & Birds

Bring your own cup to enjoy some bird-friendly coffee (Chesapeake Coffee Roasters Bird Friendly Hellbender Blend), and then take a guided walk looking for...

Explore Archery

If you’ve ever thought about shooting a bow and never had the chance, then this program is for you. Stop by, get some basic instruction, and then actually...

Blacksmith Shop Open

Come in and explore the past! Learn about the village, built around and inferno, through displays on Greenwood Furnace and ironmaking.

History Walk

Join park staff on an easy 2 mile walk and find out how Keystone got its name. Please meet at the James A Kell Visitor Center. For more information,...

Red Spotted Purple Butterfly resting on gravel.

What kind of insects live at White Clay Creek Preserve? Find out by joining us on an insect stroll along the PennDel trail. Starting at the Park Office, we...

Long Loop Hike

Long Loop Hike at Tuscarora State Park Join Naturalist Robin Tracey on the Crow, Lake View and Spirit Trails on Monday, September 4, 2023 at 10:00 am. ...

Eastern chipmunk

How well do you know your mammals? Come visit the park educator to see how well you can identify common PA mammals by looking at furs, skulls, and scat!...

Stream Stomp

Lets get our feet wet and see what critters we can find living in Mountain Creek! Be sure to wear something you can get wet. Meet by the Fuller Bath House....

Traverse Valley History Hike

Join us for a 2-mile hike along Lake Trail as we look back at the history along the Traverse Valley. Highlights will cover the old Valley Picnic Area, Stone...

Wildflower Walk

Join us on a 2-mile hike where we'll learn about and appreciate our late summer wildflower bloom! Free program.

Woods Walk

Come along on a walk along part of Point Trail as we wander through the canopy looking for falling leaves, fruit, fungi, and flowers. Spend some time taking...

*FULL* Delaware River Kayak

Monday, September 4, 11am – 3pm Kayaks at WCHP are very popular. If you have been on a paddle recently, please consider allowing a month or two to pass...

History Hike: Cemetery Trail

Come enjoy a hike to our historic cemetery. One the way we will learn about the history of Paradise Furnace and Trough Creek State Park. Meeting Location:...

Invasive Plant Walk

Explore the park while looking for invasive plants. This will be an easy walk around the main park area looking at the many plants here at the park! Are...

Labor Day Paddle

Unwind from the long weekend by enjoying a nice relaxing paddle on Doubling Gap Lake while taking in the sights and sounds of Mother Nature. To make a...

Pontoon Boat Rides

Take a ride on the pontoon boat to see beautiful views of the lake. Age limit is 4 years and older. PFD’s must be worn and will be provided. Seats are...

Story Time and Craft

Bring the littles for two books about ecology care and a craft to take home.

White oak growing out of Boulder Field with partially clouded blue sky - Hickory Run State Park

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...

Learning at the Beach

Come join the park naturalist at the nature table at the beach to see what he brought today. You never know what you might learn.

Nature Kayak Tour

Take a relaxing paddle out on the lake in search of wildlife and peaceful morning recreation!  Borrow the park’s kayaks and equipment or bring your own. Open...

Nature Showcase at the Beach

Stop by the Beach House to see what part of nature the Park Naturalist has on display! Topics may include skulls, tracks, wildflowers, climate change,...

Ask the Naturalist

Have questions about the flora or fauna of the park? During this time the park naturalist will be roving the main park area to answer your questions!

From Weeds to Wildflowers

Take a seat and learn about the wonderful wildflowers of Pennsylvania through the seasons. We’ll talk about the difference between wildflowers and weeds and...

Sizerville's Splish Splash Bash!

Join the lifeguard team and the park educator for a fun, aquatic-themed program since this is the last day for the pool. You will have the chance to learn...

Curious Color Changes

Meet our staff at the pop-up table near the skywalk to enjoy this scientific investigation into the changing fall foliage! Learn about leaf structure,...

Monday, September 4