DCNR Calendar of Events

Event Calendar for Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center

September 23 - October 23, 2023

Saturday, September 23

Growing Up WILD: Take Me Outside Teacher Workshop

This workshop has been canceled. Join our education staff as they share their best techniques for teaching children about the natural world. ...

Friday, September 29

The Beauty of Botany

Join Dr. Susan Munch on a scientific plant-identification walk though the Nolde Forest. This is a hands-on botany walk through the woods, so please dress for...

Saturday, September 30

Science Learning: Beyond the Walls Teacher Workshop

How to Teach Science Concepts Outdoors for Middle and High School Educators. Join our education staff as they share their best techniques for teaching older...

Autumn Equinox Forest Therapy Walk

Set amidst a magnificent forest backdrop, participants are guided through a series of mindful and immersive activities designed to enhance their well-being....

Sunday, October 1

Walk in Penn's Woods Hike with a Forester

Join Foresters from the William Penn State Forest District for a hike through the Nolde Forest to celebrate Walk in Penn’s Woods day on Oct 1! If you’ve ever...

Nolde Mansion Open Houses 2023

Now serving as the first Environmental Education Center in the state, the Nolde property was once the home of a wealthy Reading manufacturer. The mansion now...

Mindful Walking Meet UP

Led by Forest Therapy Guide Robert Sarnoski (Mind Body Simple, LLC), the mindful walking meet-up promotes inner peace, focus, and connection with the...

Mindful Walking Meet UP

Led by Forest Therapy Guide Robert Sarnoski (Mind Body Simple, LLC), the mindful walking meet-up promotes inner peace, focus, and connection with the...

Monday, October 9

Second Monday Story Time

Children ages 3-7 and their accompanying adult are invited to learn about nature. Join Mifflin Library and Nolde Forest staff as we read a story and then...

Sunday, October 15

Teaching Beyond the Walls - PA Biodiversity: Windows on Wildlife

**This workshop is being offered through the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy and is being held at a different address: Walt Road Day-Use Area - Green Lane...

Friday, October 20

The Beauty of Botany

Join Dr. Susan Munch on a scientific plant-identification walk though the Nolde Forest. This is a hands-on botany walk through the woods, so please dress for...