DATE: Friday, October 18*
TRAIL: Creekside Trail
LENGTH: 3 miles
TERRAIN: more difficult
MEET: Nescopeck State Park Office
*Pot-luck party to follow...
Every Friday we will read a different nature themed book and talk about various topics brought up in the book. During this discoverE we will make a craft and...
Every friday we will read a different nature themed book and talk about various topics brought up in the book. During this discoverE we will make a craft and...
Erie, PA – On Friday, October 18th, Amy Bovaird, in partnership with the Sight Center of NWPA and the West County Lions Club, will host a seminar, which...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Come learn more about one of the largest rodents in the United States: the beaver. Some of the topics will include their adaptations, their diet, and a...
Join park staff for a lantern-lit sunset tour of the park. We will talk about some of the lesser-known history of the land at the Point while the sun sets,...
Enjoy the fall foliage aboard the Lady Glendale! Take a scenic ride on the lake and learn about the historical and natural features of the park. Donations...
Join us on the water for a tour of Lake Marburg while we search for our resident wildife, fall migrants, and capture the beauty of the changing season! ...
As the sky begins to darken and the stars come out, join the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh (AAAP) to learn about and see some of the amazing...
As the sky begins to darken and the stars come out, join the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh (AAAP) to learn about and see some of the amazing...
Explore the forest in the dark on a guided night hike on Laurel Mountain, and learn about the odd and mysterious past of the Laurel Highlands. S’mores will...
Avian malaria, caused by three genera of parasites, is a well-documented disease of birds with considerable impacts on some avian host populations. It is...
Spiders have been busy catching flies and other insects this summer. While some people may not like them, spiders are a benefit to the forest. Bring your...
Join the Friends of Washington Crossing Park for a free nighttime tour of the Historic Village on October 18. Tour guides will be equipped with lanterns, and...
There are over 30,000 different spiders in the world. What do some of these spiders eat? Where do some of these spiders live? Come and learn some of the more...
Have you been looking for a way to get involved with Cook Forest State Park? Please consider joining us for the day to help maintain the park through various...
Are you a local resident who enjoys visiting Presque Isle State Park? Please join our Adopt A Beach team. We are accepting volunteers to help keep our...
If you enjoy the beauty and wilderness of Ohiopyle State Park, we ask you to consider spending a little time chipping in. Clean ups are sponsored by the...
Join us for a Happy Hound Hike on the North Shore to see the fall foliage. Join us for a relaxing hike from over in the North Shore Area with the park...
Come celebrate the fall harvest with us and enjoy some crafts, music, games, food and even a horse-drawn hayride. Kids can come decorate a pumpkin and watch...
Travel back in time and experience the life of the Founding Fathers during Washington Crossing Historic Park’s annual Autumn Encampment & Market on Saturday,...
The Crafts in the Meadow Fall Invitational Craft Show is a fine art and craft event showcasing excellence in craftsmanship alongside a festive weekend of...
Come out and visit us for our annual Apple Festival! See demonstrations of cider squeezing, apple butter boiling, and corn grinding at historic Shoaff’s Mill...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Learn how to use a recurve bow, a long bow and a compound bow in this basic class. Fee includes instruction and all equipment. Registration is required for...
Come celebrate the traditions of autumn. The main festival runs all afternoon with opportunities to learn heritage skills, watch folks practice their...
Join us for the 14th Annual Pinchotween! The fun begins for all at the Conewago environmental/nature center at 1pm. Play games, decorate a pumpkin, and enjoy...
Shoaff's Mill is a 19th century operational grist mill that is open for tours every Saturday & Sunday from May through the Apple Festival in October, *staff...
Dr. Susan Munch will present seasonal botany topics during a forest walk for hands-on identification. Technical explanations of plants provided by a...
Are you curious about mother nature’s creepy creatures as Halloween approaches? Join Tyler Streets to learn about his cool critters including his live...
Join Penn State Intern Ryan Polinsky as he introduces us to radio telemetry. Ryan will talk about the different uses for radio telemetry and how radio...
Join park staff for a daylight lantern tour of the park. We will talk about some of the lesser-known history of the land at the Point, including stories of...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
Help us close out the camping season with some Halloween fun!
Spirits associated with Keystone State Park have become confused and lost. Ghosts of coal...
Help us close out the camping season with some Halloween fun!
Spirits associated with Keystone State Park have become confused and lost. Ghosts of coal...
Gather at the Hills Creek State Park office at 4:00pm for an hour and a half hike around the Lake Side Trail. This time of year we are expecting to see an...
Intended for adults, this free program will test your senses as we adjust to the dark, walking in the moonlight. Stops along the way will discuss the stories...
It’s almost Halloween, so come get spooky at Oil Creek State Park! We’ll be starting in the amphitheater at the park office and learning about some things...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button ***
***Meeting location: Ralph Stover State Park,...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button ***
***Meeting location: Ralph Stover State Park,...
Join KECA staff and volunteers for night sky viewing and after dark wildlife sounds. We will also be making and enjoying fireside smores! This will be a fun...
Come learn more about one of the largest rodents in the United States: the beaver. Topics will include diet, anatomy, building habits, among other topics. ...
The Crafts in the Meadow Fall Invitational Craft Show is a fine art and craft event showcasing excellence in craftsmanship alongside a festive weekend of...
Join Maggie Stonecash of Simply Well for Yoga on the Mansion Terrace. Class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to experienced. Modifications are offered...
Fungi are beautiful and serve an important function in our ecosystem. Come learn to identify them, and the role they play. This event is sponsored by the...
**LIMITED SPACE AND ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED**Whats on your plate? Explore the wild habitats of Nockamixon State Park while encountering the edible and...
While ancient dinosaurs have been extinct for over 60 million years, many modern reptiles including turtles, snakes, lizards, crocodilians and tuataras are...
Come out and visit us for our annual Apple Festival! See demonstrations of cider squeezing, apple butter boiling, and corn grinding at historic Shoaff’s Mill...
***Pre-registration is necessary: Please use the green "register" button to sign up***
***Program Location: Ralph Stover State Park, 6011 State Park Rd,...
***Pre-registration is necessary: Please use the green "register" button to sign up***
***Program Location: Ralph Stover State Park, 6011 State Park Rd,...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
In the age of GPS it’s easy to overlook the map and compass. This beginner orienteering workshop will equip participants with the compass and map-reading...
This 4-H club was started by kids who are interested in outdoor recreation and environmental conservation. Any youth age 8-18 can join 4-H. Please contact...
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home.
The first floor will be...
Shoaff's Mill is a 19th century operational grist mill that is open for tours every Saturday & Sunday from May through the Apple Festival in October, *staff...
There are over 30,000 different spiders in the world. What do some of these spiders eat? Where do some of these spiders live? Come and learn some of the...
Find out how to id some of the trees found at Black Moshannon State Park. Get an easy to use tree guide to take home. Meet at the Environmental Learning...
Join guest speaker Brian Budjanec as he teaches about a variety of wild edibles in our surrounding woods! He will discuss how we can make, teas spreads and...
Learn to become a wildlife courier with this class! Become involved with a network to transport wild animals in need to a wildlife rehabilitation center....
Take a stroll on the boardwalk to see the unique plants and animals that call the bog home. Meet at Boat Launch #3 on West Side Road. The bog trail is...
Rise and shine! Join us for some delicious shade-grown coffee followed by a bird walk through Jacobsburg in search of fall warblers and other Neotropical...
Hike the trails with a Nolde educator!
Medium difficulty – approx. 2 miles. Trekking poles will be available to loan. Meet at McConnell Hall to start.
...
Are you a pre-service teacher, in-service teacher, or non-formal educator looking for new ways to engage middle and high school
students in environmental and...
The October meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Monday, October 21, at 5:30 PM in the Visitor Center.
In this meeting,...
October: “The Heirloom Apple”
We will be discussing heirloom apples, their propagation, history and early receipts (recipes). Our class hands-on activity...
How would you like to view the rings of Saturn? Perhaps catch a view of a "shooting star"? Join Park Naturalists and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania...
The Friends of Kings Gap meets on the third Monday of each month in the Education Building.
Come out to learn about the group and plan activities for...
Watch for the Orionids Meteor Shower at Boat Launch 2 on West Side Road. This is a small shower that should produce 10-20 meteors per hour. Sometimes,...
Doug Gross, retired PA Game Commission biologist and eBird coordinator, will guide us on a bird walk in the woods and shrub lands of Ricketts Glen State...
This program is FULL. Please register to be added to the waiting list.
Homeschool students are invited to join park staff at Hickory Run State Park’s...
Homeschool families are invited to Presque Isle for a two day science investigation program. This inquiry-based learning experience will immerse families in...
October: “The Heirloom Apple”
We will be discussing heirloom apples, their propagation, history and early receipts (recipes). Our class hands-on activity...
Ever wondered how to capture a breathtaking waterfall photo during the beautiful autumn season? Join volunteer Nicole DuMond as she teaches us how to do just...
October: “The Heirloom Apple”
We will be discussing heirloom apples, their propagation, history and early receipts (recipes). Our class hands-on activity...
Children in 2nd through 6th grade are invited the explore geometry and patterns in nature at Family Science Night on Tuesday, October 22 from 6 PM – 8 PM at...
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is conducting an online webinar to present the vision, priorities, recommendations and survey findings...
Project Wild Teacher Workshop
Project WILD is a K-12 interdisciplinary conservation and environmental education program emphasizing wildlife.
The goal of...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Friends of Beltzville State Park, a chapter of the PA Parks and Forest Foundation along with Keep PA Beautiful invite you to join us for a Roadside Clean Up....
Join park staff for a lantern-lit sunset tour of the park. We will talk about some of the lesser-known history of the land at the Point while the sun sets,...
Monthly business meeting of the Friends of Prince Gallitzin. All are welcome! Meet in the park office conference room, which can be accessed at the rear of...
Homeschool families are invited to Presque Isle for a two day science investigation program. This inquiry-based learning experience will immerse families in...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Join the naturalist from Tuscarora State Park on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 10:30 am for a hike at Roaring Creek Watershed which is North of Mount Carmel....
These free weekly walks will be 1 hour. Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring water. An opportunity to enjoy nature in the company of...
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is conducting an online webinar to present the vision, priorities, recommendations and survey findings...
In this 2 hour long program for children ages 4 and 5 and their parents/guardians, we will have some fun exploring the outdoors and nature. The program will...
Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall? Now’s your chance to find out! Join the park naturalist on a walk around Egbert Farm Day Use...
Every Friday we will read a different nature themed book and talk about various topics brought up in the book. During this discoverE we will make a craft and...
Discover nature with other elementary age homeschoolers (K-5) who meet up every other Friday with DCNR park naturalist to explore the outdoors through a wide...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Join the Friends of Codorus State Park for 2 fun-filled trick-or-treat evenings! Enjoy the decorated campsites & a hayride through our spooky displays while...
Join Bart Barton and the twin Tiers Camera Clib for a night time photo shoot at the bottom of the Kinzua Gorge. The club is asking for a $35 donation to...
As the sun sets and we prepare for bed many animals are just waking up! Find out how these animals use senses other than sight to make their way through the...
Join the Friends of Lyman Run for some Spooktacular fun evening! Young children in costumes can Trick-or-Treat through the Enchanted Picnic Grove. Visit...
Mengel Natural History Society hosts Don Williams in McConnell Hall for his program “The Susquehanna River – Past, Present & Future.” Don will discuss...
In this free program for ages 6+, join us to learn about owls found in PA. Saw-Whet Owls will be featured.
Licensed banders from the Ned Smith Center...
Make eARTh art and don't forget to bring your camera! During this program we will be drawing inspiration from the beauty of a sunset or the geometry of a...
Due to low registration, this event has been postponed until Spring/Summer 2020.
Join us for a Cavity-nesting Trails Program training at Canoe Creek State...
Every friday we will read a different nature themed book and talk about various topics brought up in the book. During this discoverE we will make a craft and...
Join IUP Professor Mike Tyree for a guided hike at Yellow CreekState Park. Since Pennsylvania is considered one of the top areas to see autumn colors at...
Some things seen as creepy are actually interesting and fun to study. Learn how to tell the difference between the skulls of common PA mammals and a thing...
Learn about the playful River Otter from the professor who reintroduced them to several sites in Pennsylvania. Dr. Tom Serfass of Frostburg University and...
Join the staff of the Tom Ridge Environmental Center for some Halloween fun for the young and the young at heart. There will be many tables and booths with...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
The third annual Washington Crossing Fall Brewfest will feature a wide range of ciders and seasonal beers at Washington Crossing Historic Park on Saturday,...
Come along as we look for signs of wildlife on one of the park’s more popular trails. Many types of habitat can be seen along the way and hopefully many...
Make eARTh art and don't forget to bring your camera! During this program we will be drawing inspiration from the beauty of a sunset or the geometry of a...
Migration is a fascinating adaptation that allows certain species to survive our cold northern winters. Scouts will learn about some of the many species who...
Join Penn State Intern Charis Martell this spooky season as she talks to us about the Bats of Pennsylvania. Learn about the different species, where they...
GREENWOOD FURNACE – It’s Halloween in the Park at Greenwood Furnace State Park on Saturday, October 26, from 2 to 4 pm. Come and enjoy some Halloween-themed...
Explore this Mexican cultural holiday. Educational centers will be set up around the Nolde Mansion to make a take home craft, learn about extinct and...
4:30 PM-6:00 PM - All Hallows Eve Celebration - Crafts, games & activities for younger children. Less scary version of the trail for the littler ones.
6:00...
Come to the Fort Pitt Museum to enjoy the museum after-hours with a special 21+ night, featuring local food and drink, special activities, a lantern tour of...
Join the Friends of Codorus State Park for 2 fun-filled trick-or-treat evenings! Enjoy the decorated campsites & a hayride through our spooky displays while...
Join us for a short and informative presentation on owls of PA.
Come explore Mt. Pisgah State Park under the cover of night while we attempt to hear and...
Photograph the starry night sky with your DSLR camera & lenses you currently own.
Curt Weinhold, a PA Wilds Juried Artisan, teaches you to photograph...
Join the North Star Outdoor Guides for a discussion of dark skies, a Native American Night Sky story, a laser guided tour of various constellations, and...
Held at the Park's Swimming Pool Area, this Halloween event is brought to you by Little Buffalo State Park in conjunction with The Friends of Little Buffalo....
Experience the splendor of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park. Observe the constellations through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Listen...
Who's up for one more program? Join us for our last program of the season. After a short lecture, we'll identify some owl calls and then go outside and try...
In this free program for ages 6+, join us to learn about owls found in PA. Saw-Whet Owls will be featured.
Licensed banders from the Ned Smith Center...
Come learn about PA’s smallest owl, the Saw Whet. After a presentation, Dr. Rob Smith will use a call tape and mist-nets to hopefully lure in, capture and...
With fall migration in full swing, spend the morning looking and listening for the various birds that can be found in the park. This will be open to all...
This program is FULL. Please register to be added to the waiting list.
This program is for ladies only and because it is focused on quiet reflection, it...
Join Maggie Stonecash of Simply Well for Yoga on the Mansion Terrace. Class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to experienced. Modifications are offered...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Meeting Location: Parking lot by former...
Join your DCNR park naturalist to celebrate our world's only true flying mammals during National Bat Week by visiting a trailside interactive exhibit table...
Labor Day through Late October
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Wednesdays through Sundays
The 19th century gristmill is the centerpiece of McConnells Mill State...
Lace up your hiking boots as we walk the Bollinger Trail at the parks’ northern end. This will be a 2 mile loop - be sure to wear good shoes and bring water.
Learn the basics of shooting a bow and arrow. Several types of bows will be available to try. Age limit 9 and older. Meet at the Organized Group Tent...
This 4-H club was started by kids who are interested in local history and enjoy doing heritage crafts. Any youth age 8-18 can join 4-H. Please contact the...
Join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center for an afternoon of Halloween fun! With games, crafts and more this event will be a blast for all! Come in your...
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home.
The first floor will be...
With Halloween right around the corner, skeletons are everywhere!
Join park staff and take a closer look at the bones that keep us upright. We'll explore...
Many animals, especially birds, use holes in trees and other structures as shelters and nests for raising young.
Kings Gap volunteers monitor our nest boxes...
Join park staff for a daylight lantern tour of the park. We will talk about some of the lesser-known history of the land at the Point, including stories of...
Join the Friends of Canoe Creek for an afternoon of slightly spooky family fun with Hayrides, Hot Chocolate, Photo Ops, & Goodie bags!!! Come out in your...
When darkness envelops the landscape and human vision fails, the other four senses suddenly become alert. As imaginations run wild, night sounds often can...
Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Evening with the Curator series continues on Sunday, October 27 at 7 PM with a free lecture on Jane Neely and women’s...
We will have a night of telling bone chilling stories and weird happenings around the park. Join us around a fire as we talk about some of the lesser known...
With autumn upon us, the days are growing shorter as the nights are getting longer. The leaves are changing, the weather is becoming colder, and the animals...
Come learn about PA’s smallest owl, the Saw Whet. After a presentation, Dr. Rob Smith will use a call tape and mist-nets to hopefully lure in, capture and...
Hike the trails with a Nolde educator!
Medium difficulty – approx. 2 miles. Trekking poles will be available to loan. Meet at McConnell Hall to start.
...
In each of these one-hour programs for children 3 years old through kindergarten, we will begin with exceptional children’s literature, and then we’ll...
Do you want to participate in some citizen science data collection this winter? Join us for this bird ID training and learn how to participate in Project...
In each of these one-hour programs for children 3 years old through kindergarten, we will begin with exceptional children’s literature, and then we’ll...
In each of these one-hour programs for children 3 years old through kindergarten, we will begin with exceptional children’s literature, and then we’ll...
In each of these one-hour programs for children 3 years old through kindergarten, we will begin with exceptional children’s literature, and then we’ll...
Are you a pre-service teacher, in-service teacher, or non-formal educator looking for new ways to engage middle and high school
students in environmental and...
Come out to Bald Eagle State Park for a day of outdoor fun & environmental education! Homeschool Day is planned by Penn State Recreation, Park, & Tourism...
Hiking the Little Cherry Run Loop Trail to see our hidden gem waterfall. This is a 6-mile moderate hike.
Wear fluorescent orange.
Park and meet at Beach...
Join your DCNR park naturalist to celebrate our world's only true flying mammals during National Bat Week by visiting a trailside interactive exhibit table...
Want to experience something different this year for Halloween instead of the standard “trick-or-treaters”? Walk back in time with us into the depths of the...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Formal and informal educators along with scouts leaders, home school educators, pre-service teachers, and more are invited to participate in a Project WILD...
Join Naturalist Robin Tracey on the Crow, Lake View and Spirit Trails on Friday, November 1, 2019 at 10:30 am. The hike is 7 miles in length and moderate in...
Celebrate the Day of the Dead holiday with a night hike at Erie Bluffs State Park. Meet at the main parking area at 11122 West Lake Road for this 1.5-mile...
In this free program for ages 6+, join us to learn about owls found in PA. Saw-Whet Owls will be featured.
Licensed banders from the Ned Smith Center...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
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...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program location: Tohickon Valley County Park,...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program location: Tohickon Valley County Park,...
Calling all Cub Scouts! Come to Point State Park and the Fort Pitt Museum for our third annual Cub Scout Day! There will be hands-on activities, programs,...
Join a Park Naturalist for a 2-mile walk on Presque Isle State Park with your favorite, furry, canine friend. Tips will be given on how you and your dog can...
Join us for a celebration of the Day of the Dead!
Learn the crafts and traditions of this cultural holiday while honoring those who have passed away....
¡Acompáñenos a celebrar el Día de los Muertos!
Aprenda manualidades y las tradiciones de ésta fiesta cultural mientras honra a los ya fallecidos. Haremos...
Discover our displays on Pennsylvania Elk. Touch an elk hide, pick up an antler, and learn about some of the plants elk eat. Walk through the Visitor Center...
Help Jennings Environmental Education Center uncover the human history of their land during this exploration of genealogical resources at the Butler Area...
For this TOT hike will meet at the Main Park Office and carpool to the Rowlands Rd. Access. We will walk along the South Branch of the Tunkhannock Creek and...
Join us for an exciting unique experience in the Cumberland Valley with majestic birds of prey! Enjoy a stay in the historic Cameron - Masland Mansion while...
Join your neighbors at the Boat Launch Parking Lot at Marsh Creek for an exciting evening exploring the wonders of the heavens. Watch a sunset become a...
Join Mt. Pisgah State Park staff and volunteers for a night sky viewing. We will set up the telescopes for star gazing and we will also be making and...
A musical theatre about a girl coming of age and a society coming to rage – family, ethics, gender, sex, and the US.
November 2, 2019, 7-10 pm
“Facing the...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Join us for an exciting unique experience in the Cumberland Valley with majestic birds of prey! Enjoy a stay in the historic Cameron - Masland Mansion while...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program Location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program Location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
Join us for some great bagpipe music! Local artisan, John Stewart,will play some tunes on the bagpipe that you will surely enjoy. Music will be on the...
Now serving as the first Environmental Education Center in the state, the Nolde property was once the home of a wealthy Reading manufacturer. Join us on the...
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home.
The first floor will be...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program Location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
***Pre-registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button.***
***Program Location: High Rocks Overlook Parking...
Turn your love of feeding birds into scientific discoveries! Watching birds at the feeder can be a rewarding way to spend a winter day while contributing to...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Exercise for the mind and body--book discussion followed by a walk in Nolde Forest. Call or email the Center for monthly book list. Meet in the mansion...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Wolf Creek Falls Hike
Join the park naturalist from Tuscarora State Park on Tuesday, November 5, at 10:30 am for a spectacular hike to Wolf Creek Falls in...
Learn from a professional artist who will teach unique painting and drawing processes! The students in the workshop will create a group installation piece...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
The next in a series of citizen science investigations (CSI) for homeschooling families is an opportunity to learn about birds, while contributing to...
Hiking is more than putting on a pair of boots and walking in the woods. It’s a lifelong recreational activity that can increase one’s stamina, endurance,...
The Friends of Nolde Forest meet once a month to discuss business and plan events and fundraising activities. Interested in joining the Friends of Nolde...
Please pre-register; this class is limited to 25 participants.
In this hands-on session, we will make and take our own sauerkraut. Sauerkraut is lightly...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
This workshop is designed to help applicants develop project ideas in preparation of submitting a grant application to the Community Conservation Grant...
Celebrate National Hug A Bear Day by joining your DCNR Park Naturalist for a special hands on exhibit along the Multi-Use Trail about bears of the world....
The Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park invite homeschool students in the 7th and 8th grades to participate in a series of in-depth classes related to...
This program is FULL. Please register to be added to the waiting list.
Fly Me To The Moon
This is an opportunity for families with kids to come learn...
Learn from a professional artist who will teach unique painting and drawing processes! The students in the workshop will create a group installation piece...
Come join the Friends for their monthly meeting at the Environmental Education Center. Learn about projects the Friends are working on and how you can...
Straw Technique: Thursday, November 7, 2019, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Let’s pour some paint! Learn how to have fun with Acrylic Pour Painting. This is a simple way...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Discover nature with other elementary age homeschoolers (K-5) who meet up every other Friday with DCNR park naturalist to explore the outdoors through a wide...
Join BOC in McConnell Hall one Friday a month as they host local speakers. Open to the Public. All are welcome.
November's Speaker:
Winter Birding - Ruth...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
If you enjoy the beauty and wilderness of Ohiopyle State Park, we ask you to consider spending a little time chipping in. Clean ups are sponsored by the...
Get off the sofa and stretch your legs to explore the seasonal changes of the Marsh Trail. We’ll discuss what happens to the residents of the marsh as the...
Come learn about the Pennsylvania’s nocturnal predator, the owl. You’ll learn about the different species that can be found here and ‘dig in’ to a hands-on...
Join the Friends of Kings Gap in the beautiful Cameron-Masland Mansion for an outstanding evening of entertainment and refreshment. The renowned Steve...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home.
The first floor will be...
Everyone is welcome to come and join the Friends of Beltzville as we hike along the trails at Beltzville State Park.
These hikes will vary in length.Well...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Watch Mercury move in front of the sun! This will be the last Mercury transit until 2032, and the last one visible in PA until 2049! Meet at Boat Launch #2...
This year will mark the fifth Annual Veterans Appreciation Day at Presque Isle State Park in honor of our veterans and active service members. Start your day...
Discover new ways to engage your students in science and the natural world. This fun, hands-on workshop will provide both formal and non-formal educators...
***Pre-registration is required: please click the green "register" button to sign up for this program.***
***Meeting location: Delaware Canal State Park...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Join park staff and local librarians on the second tuesday of the month this fall for a fun storytime and short, kid friendly, hike.
Children ages 3 to 7...
Learn from a professional artist who will teach unique painting and drawing processes! The students in the workshop will create a group installation piece...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
This workshop is designed to help applicants develop project ideas in preparation of submitting a grant application to the Community Conservation Grant...
Join us for these free guided hikes to get you out and moving on your public lands! Hikes begin at 9 AM and will vary in length, difficulty, and destination....
Explore the world of nature with a Park Naturalist at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Children ages 3-5 with an accompanying parent or adult are invited....
Presque Isle is rich with cultural and natural history. Join a Park Naturalist at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center to hear the history behind the early...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
This workshop is designed to help applicants develop project ideas in preparation of submitting a grant application to the Community Conservation Grant...
Participate in a variety of educational activities and demonstrations while learning about the history, adaptations, and value of the North American...
This workshop is now FULL. If you want to be added to the wait list, please email Sharon.Brusic@millersville.edu.
Growing Up Wild: Exploring Nature with...
Bring the whole family for hands-on, fun and interactive STEM activities! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics with an environmental emphasis!...
Learn from a professional artist who will teach unique painting and drawing processes! The students in the workshop will create a group installation piece...
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
For many of us November is a month that has us talkin’ turkey. Therefore in honor of the wild turkey, come join volunteer Jan Lokuta and create your own...
Presque Isle State Park is offering a beach glass jewelry class at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Participants will discover how beach glass is formed....
Many visitors to Presque Isle State Park express their experiences in different ways. As an artist, share your natural impressions through Presque Isle's 9th...
Kings Gap has evolved over its many years. Sponsored by the Cumberland County Historical Society, come learn about the varied history behind Kings Gap.
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Join your DCNR Park Naturalist for a 5 mile nature hike through Ridley Creek State Park. We will explore birds, trees, wildflowers and park history along the...
Review the year on nature’s calendar – what are all the natural events that happen with each season? Come see the seasons change right before your very...
Copper Foil Stained Glass is a hands on workshop focusing on creating patterns, cutting glass, foiling, and soldering.
Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:00am –...
Copper Foil Stained Glass is a hands on workshop focusing on creating patterns, cutting glass, foiling, and soldering.
Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:00am –...
Join the Friends of Washington Crossing Park for a free waffle breakfast with George Washington at the Visitor Center. Waffles with Washington will kick off...
Gear up for hunting camp with a program focused on outdoor Leave No Trace ethics and white-tailed deer ecology. Hunters and non-hunters of all ages are...
Join us in the Education Center wildlife habitat garden to fill the birdfeeders and enjoy the birds! We’ll talk about types of feeders and seed and how to...
Molly M. Giles, NE Region Wildlife Biologist, will be sharing her knowledge of waterfowl and current research being conducted on some of our local species by...
