PENFIELD – Several activities have been planned at Parker Dam State Park for February.
Saturday, February 7:
Cross-country Ski Basics, 10 a.m. – meet in EE Classroom
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing using the park’s XC ski equipment. Call the park office to reserve your spot and provide us with your shoe size. 814-765-0630. Program is snow-dependent.
Ice Skating Basics, 1 p.m. – meet at Beach House
Learn the basics of ice skating—no experience or equipment needed. If you have always wanted to try ice skating, but were unsure (and didn’t have ice skates) – now is your chance. Use a pair of the park’s many ice skates and learn the basics out on the ice with park staff. No excuses.
Saturday, February 14:
Stories in the Snow, 1 p.m. – meet in front of Park Office
One of the reasons that I love snow is the stories it records. We will take a walk looking for tracks and see what stories we can sort out. Program is snow-dependent.
Skate With Your Sweetheart, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ice Rink
Looking for something special to do with your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day? Why not go ice skating at your favorite state park? Bring your own skates or rent a pair of the park’s skates (sizes and quantities may be limited). And, of course, bring your own sweetheart ;).
Saturday, February 21:
Cross-country Ski Basics, 10 a.m. – meet in EE Classroom
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing—using the park’s XC ski equipment. Call the park office to reserve your spot—and provide us with your shoe size. 814-765-0630. Program is snow-dependent.
Ice Skating Basics, 1 p.m. – meet at Beach House
Learn the basics of ice skating—no experience or equipment needed. If you have always wanted to try ice skating, but were unsure (and didn’t have ice skates) – now is your chance. Use a pair of the park’s many ice skates and learn the basics out on the ice with park staff. No excuses.
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.
