PENFIELD – Several programs have been planned at Parker Dam State Park for the weekend.
Friday, August 15
Logslide/Stumpfield Trail Hike
10:00 AM—Quehanna Trailhead
Enjoy this guided hike along the Logslide and Stumpfield Trail loop. Park history will be shared and how it sculpted the forest we have today. We will also digest how our current impacts might influence the forests of the future. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes.
Saturday, August 16
Wetlands Walk
7:00 PM Park Office
No, wetlands is not a typo, there a few different types of wetland within Parker Dam. Join us for a walk to check out three different types of wetlands within our park. During our walk we will check out the plant and animal life that makes each one unique.
Sunday, August 17
Beginner Kayaking
2:30 PM—Beach House
Have you ever wondered if you were paddling right or how to get back into your boat if you rolled it? Learn this and more by joining us for an introduction to flat water kayaking. Bring your own kayak and life vest or use ours. If you are bringing your own kayak, it must have a launch permit or be registered, and you must have a life vest that fits and a whistle. Kayaks are limited, so registration is required for the use of park equipment. Registration is open to anyone 12 years old and up.
To register please visit or call the Parker Dam State Park Office (814) 765-0630. Registration closes August 16th at 4:00 PM.
Tea & Talk
7:00 PM—Beach House Steps
Bring your own cup to sample some sweet fern/mountain mint tea grown right here in the park. Talk is, as always, whatever you want to talk about concerning the park. Come prepared with a topic or three.
*You can keep up on what is happening at the park by liking “Parker Dam State Park” on Facebook; and, you can find more information about state park programs and special events by logging on to the Bureau of State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com, and clicking on “Events Calendar”.
“The primary purpose of Pennsylvania State Parks is to provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and serve as outdoor classrooms for environmental education.”
Access for People with Disabilities
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. (Parker Dam State Park Complex: (814) 765-0630; parkerdamsp@pa.gov)
With a minimum of one-week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing may be available for educational programs.
