August Programs at Sinnemahoning State Park

Saturday, August 11, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, Creek Critters: DiscoverE Program – Dive deeper into the world below the water and learn more about the critters in the creek. For families with children ages 4-12. Wear water shoes. Nets and containers provided., 40 Maples Day Use Area

Saturday, August 11, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM, River Otters – Through a fun and interactive family game, discover the habits and habitats of the river otter and what PA is doing to help otters make a comeback in our area. Campground talk followed by 1-hr video., Campground Amphitheater

Sunday, August 12, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Kids’ Birding Basics: DiscoverE Program - Bird watching is a fun outdoor activity for all ages. Kids, learn how to identify common birds, then take a short walk with binoculars to practice your new skills. Ages 4-12. , Wildlife Center Classroom

Wednesday, August 15, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Introduction to Fly Fishing – Guest speaker, Scott Whitehead of Featherman Creations, will introduce the information and skills needed to begin nymph fishing with confidence. Free program. Pre-registration requested., Wildlife Center Classroom

Saturday, August 18, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, Butterflies of Pennsylvania - Discover the butterflies of PA with a short talk followed by a walk to the meadows to catch and release butterflies. Hike about 1.5 miles over uneven terrain. Wear closed-toe shoes., Wildlife Center Classroom

Saturday, August 18, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Honeybees – Find out what all the buzz is about, as local beekeeper, Ryan Magaro of Rich Valley Apiary, introduces us to the world of beekeeping. View a demonstration hive to learn how a hive functions and how honey and wax are produced. , Wildlife Center Classroom

Sunday, August 19, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, & 1:30 PM, Pontoon Boat Tours – Join park staff for a relaxing and informative 1-hour tour of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir. Program is free, but donations are requested. Reservations are required., Lake Day Use Area

Saturday, August 25, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Elk in Pennsylvania - Join PA Game Commission elk biologist, Jeremy Banfield, for a fascinating look into the life of one of our largest, most intriguing wild animals. Learn about elk restoration in Pennsylvania and tips to observing wild elk in our area., Wildlife Center Classroom

Saturday, August 25, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Hummingbirds: Magic in the Air – Learn more about these tiny, beautiful birds and how to provide habitat to attract them to your backyard. Campground talk followed by new PBS video “Magic in the Air”, Campground Amphitheater

Sunday, August 26, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Dutch Oven Breakfast Kayak Tour – Create breakfast with cast iron Dutch ovens, then take a kayak tour of the George B Stevenson Dam, returning to shore in time to enjoy a tasty meal. Guest presenters, John and Jan Halter. $10 per person. Pre-registration required., Lake Day Use Area

To pre-register for a program, please visit the online DCNR Calendar of Events at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sinnemahoning_state_park. If you need assistance with online registration or to receive more information about the programs at Sinnemahoning State Park, please call the park office at 814-647-8401 and dial 0 for the front desk or email SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov.