Bat-Themed Weekend at Sinnemahoning State Park July 23 - 25

 

Bat-Themed Weekend at Sinnemahoning State Park July 23 - 25

Go bat crazy at Sinnemahoning State Park this weekend, Friday July 23 through Sunday July 25! There are programs for all ages with an outdoor nature movie, fun kids’ activities, an indoor presentation, and the opportunity to count resident bats. All programs are free, family-friendly, and do not require pre-registration unless otherwise stated.

The Secret World of Bats, Friday, July 23, 8:00 – 9:00 PM. Take an inside look at the lives of bats across five continents as they feed, raise their young and interact with their environment. This 50-minute acclaimed nature film, “The Secret World of Bats”, is fun for all ages. Campground Amphitheater.

Batty for Bats: DiscoverE Program, Saturday, July 24, 3:00 – 4:00 PM. Go wild about bats with activities, games, and crafts for families with children ages 4-12. Older and younger siblings are welcome. No pre-registration needed for this free family program. Wildlife Center Classroom.

Bats of Pennsylvania, Saturday, July 24, 7:00 – 8:00 PM. Meet the nine species of bats that live in Pennsylvania and learn how bats play an important role in a healthy natural ecosystem. Includes information about White Nose Syndrome and what we can do to help bats survive. Indoor PowerPoint presentation for all ages. Wildlife Center Classroom.

Annual Bat Count, Saturday, July 24, 8:30 – 10:00 PM. The bat populations are declining in PA; 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 plus closed-toe shoes. Wildlife Viewing Area.

Pontoon Boat Tours, Sunday, July 25. Three tours starting at 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 PM. Join park staff for a relaxing and informative 1-hour tour of the lake as we search the shoreline for herons, ducks, turtles, and other wildlife. Program is free but donations are requested. All ages welcome. Reservations recommended but not required. Lake Day Use Area.

To pre-register for a program, or for more information, please visit the DCNR Calendar of Events https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sinnemahoning_state_park/calendar. If you need assistance with online registration, please call the park office 814-647-8401 and dial 0 for the front desk.