Inner Tube Float and Snake Programs This Weekend at Sinnemahoning

Inner Tube Float and Snake Programs This Weekend at Sinnemahoning 

This weekend Sinnemahoning State Park is offering an opportunity to cool off and learn about water quality, along with a chance to better understand our native snakes and the habitat of the eastern timber rattlesnake.

 Float and Learn on the First Fork, Saturday, August 1, 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM. 

Pre-registration is required. Relax on an inner tube while learning about water quality and watersheds. Inner tubes and life vests provided. Parents will need to assist younger children. Limit of 10 people. Must bring a face mask. Pre-register at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov. Snakes: Myths and Facts, Saturday, August 1, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Debunk common myths and learn interesting facts about our native Pennsylvania snakes. Interactive campground talk will be followed by a 21-minute video, "A Snakes Tale". All are welcome. Limited to 25 people. Face masks are required. Cancelled in event of rain. Meet at the Campground Amphitheater.

 Nature Walk: Rattlesnake Habitat, Sunday, August 2, 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM. 

Take a short walk to discover the habitat needs of eastern timber rattlesnakes and hopefully catch a glimpse of one along the way. Hike will be about 1-1 ¼ mile over fairly level terrain but may be muddy in spots. For better viewing, bring your own binoculars. Face masks are required. Limit of 15 people. No dogs, please. Meet at the Dam Overlook Parking Lot 

To mitigate the potential spread of COVID-19: Until further notice, all programs at Sinnemahoning State Park will be held outdoors, will be limited to 25 people or less, and will follow social-distancing guidelines. Bring your face mask. All participants must wear a face covering while attending programs. 

 To pre-register for a program, or for more information, please visit the DCNR Calendar of Events http://events.dcnr.pa.gov.

 If you need assistance with online registration, please call the park office 814-647-8401 and dial 0 for the front desk. 

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