AUSTIN — This weekend Sinnemahoning State Park is offering programs to get visitors outside and into the great outdoors, with a Saturday afternoon “Float and Learn,” Saturday evening family biodiversity activity and movie, and a Sunday morning Nature Walk.
Float and Learn on the First Fork: Terrific Trees will be held from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. Saturday. Relax on an inner tube while learning to identify the trees that support aquatic habitats. Inner tubes are provided. The activity is for ages 10 to adult. Pre-registration is required. There is a limit of 10 people or four families. Dress for the water and bring a face mask. Meet at the 40 Maples Day Use Area.
Biodiversity Bingo and Movie will take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Campground Amphitheater. Play bingo while learning about the many plants and animals that live in Pennsylvania. The film will be followed by a 30-minute conservation video. Participants of all ages are welcome. Face masks are required, and the event will be cancelled if it rains.
During Nature Walk: Brook Trout Habitat, participants will take a walk with the park’s newest naturalist to discover the habitat needs of Pennsylvania’s only native trout and find out what role trees play in their survival. All ages are welcome. The walk will be 1 -1 ½ miles over moderate terrain. Face masks are required, and there is a limit of 15 people. Meet at the Wildlife Center.
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, will follow social-distancing guidelines, and will require face masks. All participants must wear a face covering while attending programs.
To pre-register for a program, or for more information, visit the DCNR Calendar of Events http://events.dcnr.pa.gov. For assistance with online registration, call the park office 814-647-8401 and dial 0 for the front desk.
Anyone who requires an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability should contact the park they plan to visit. With at least seven days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
