An free opportunity to learn a favorite winter activity is happening February 8th at the Wildlife Center in Sinnemahoning State Park. Snowshoeing is a great way to explore your favorite trails in winter. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. Program will begin indoors with an introduction to snowshoeing equipment and styles, followed by a…
Gather with fellow birdwatchers to learn about the many winter species that you'll discover at Sinnemahoning State Park and be part of a great program. Warm up with cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa, INDOORS, and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Learn to identify the birds visiting the feeders just outside the window.…
Spend a winter morning observing various bird species in Sinnemahoning State Park and enjoy an easy walk to discover the season's natural wonders! Meet at the 40 Maples Day Use Area of the park where you will join a park naturalist in gathering bird count data for the Great Backyard Bird Count. The group will…
Birdwatching enthusiasts will not want to miss this opportunity to observe one of nature's most majestic creatures in the beautiful setting of Sinnemahoning State Park. Stop by the George B. Stevenson Reservoir and scan the Lake in search of overwintering Bald & Golden Eagles for the Great Backyard Bird Count. A park naturalist will be…
Learn about the region's deer and elk on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, from 12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M when park outdoor education specialists present "Antler Adventure". Join a park naturalist and head out in search of shed antlers from White-tailed Deer and Rocky Mountain Elk. This program involves walking over uneven terrain. Bring the entire family, this…
Learn about one of the region's wildlife neighbors on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, from 12:30 P.M.-2:30 P.M during Wildlife Table Talk: River Otters presented at Sinnemahoning State Park. Stop by the wildlife center and chat with a park naturalist about the incredible river otter. Touch an otter pelt, identify a track, and learn all about…
Come learn about amphibians on Saturday, May 3rd at 1:00 PM during this free educational program! Join the park naturalist and explore the wetlands around the Campground Amphitheatre at Sinnemahoning State Park in search of frogs, toads and salamanders! Dress for the weather and prepare for wet feet. If you need an accommodation to participate…
Hellbenders: Creepy Crawlers or Awesome Amphibians? Take an in-depth look at one of the most unique creatures found in Sinnemahoning State Park during this free presentation. Also called a “snot-otter”, the hellbender is North America’s largest amphibian, but populations are in decline and adding the hellbender to the endangered species list has been proposed. This…
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day by joining a park naturalist in Sinnemahoning State Park's 40 Maples Day use Area at 10:00 a.m. for a 2-hour observation of birds that have stopped into Sinnemahoning to refuel. The staff educator will also be recording data for the PA Bird Atlas along the way. Binoculars provided on a…
The Goodyears: Lumber, Iron, and Rail. - The Goodyear family built an empire logging hemlocks in North Central Pennsylvania. This free one-hour program will discuss what made them so successful, what lead their downfall and the legacy they left behind. This free event begins at 7:00 PM. Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Campground Movie: Season of the Osprey - Join a park naturalist at Sinnemahoning State Park for a brief talk about Osprey in the First Fork Valley followed by a showing of the PBS Nature documentary "Season of the Osprey" Meets at: Campground Amphitheater
Take a relaxing paddle out on the lake at Sinnemahoning State Park in search of wildlife and recreation! Borrow the park’s kayaks and equipment or bring your own. Open to participants aged 10 to adult. Group size is limited. Pre-registration is required. Meets at: Lake Day Use Area To Register: Register Here
