Sinnemahoning State Park Programs for Weekend of July 21-23

Sinnemahoning State Park Programs for Weekend of July 21-23

Sinnemahoning – Sinnemahoning State Park is offering a variety of free family-friendly programs to park visitors this weekend.

Bats Around the Home, Friday, July 21, 8:00-9:30 PM, Campground Amphitheater – Learn about the bats that live in PA and the benefits of having bats around your home. Get information about bat-proofing your house and plans for a simple bat house for them to use. Campground talk followed by 30 minute video.

Wild About Bats: DiscoverE Program, Saturday, July 22, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, Park Office & Wildlife Center – Go batty for bats with activities and games for families with children ages 4-12. Older and younger siblings welcome. Program held indoors in the Wildlife Center classroom.

Nature at Night: Annual Bat Survey, Saturday, July 22, 7:30 PM –10:00 PM, Park Office & Wildlife Center - The bat population is declining in Pennsylvania. Find out why bats are in trouble and what you can do to help. Come prepared to observe and count bats as they emerge for the night. Bring a flashlight and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

Floating the First Fork, Sunday, July 23 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM, 40 Maples Day Use Area – Relax on an inner tube while learning about the water and woodlands of the First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek. Inner tubes and life vests provided. Group size limited. Pre-registration is required. Visit the online DCNR calendar at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ to register.

For more information about programs and events at Sinnemahoning State Park, contact the park office at 814-647-8401 or by email at SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov. Online, visit Sinnemahoning-State-Park on Facebook or view the DCNR calendar of events at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/

If you need an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.