Join the park naturalist for a fun exploration in Oil Creek. We'll learn all about crayfish before heading out to scoop them up, identify them, and release them back into the wild! Wear sturdy shoes that you don't mind getting wet, and bring a towel … READ MORE
Join the park naturalist as we celebrate National Pollinator Month with a pollinator party! We’ll learn about different kinds of pollinators through activities and crafts while sipping on floral tea sweetened with honey! We will also be using park iPads to take photos of the … READ MORE
Take a trip back in time to Petroleum Center to see what life was really like in this 1860s oil boom town. The park naturalist will take you on a guided tour to translate the past of "the wickedest town east of the Mississippi." You'll … READ MORE
Come see what's slithering around Pennsylvania! Join the park naturalist to learn about these incredible reptiles and the adaptations that make them successful! To register email ikuberry@pa.gov.
Have you always wanted to hike the Gerard Trail, but thought 36 miles was just too much? Join us for the fourth hike in our Gerard Trail Series! We’ve split the trail into 5 shorter loops, which we will be hiking on a few Saturdays … READ MORE
Explore some of the late summer blooms along the bike trail at Oil Creek State Park with the park educator. We’ll walk out and back along the paved bike trail, stopping frequently along the way to learn how to identify common August wildflowers. To register … READ MORE
Our final wild edibles program of the year is here! Join us at the Egbert Farm Day Use Area as we learn about some of the edible plants growing at Oil Creek in the fall season. Register by emailing ikuberry@pa.gov or calling 814.676.1810.
Have you always wanted to try out fly fishing, but had no idea where to start? This opportunity may be exactly what you're looking for. Join the park naturalist and representatives from Fly Fishers International to learn the basics of fly fishing at Oil Creek … READ MORE
Have you always wanted to try out fly fishing, but had no idea where to start? This opportunity may be exactly what you're looking for. Join the park naturalist and representatives from Fly Fishers International to learn the basics of fly fishing at Oil Creek … READ MORE
Join park educators as we take a scenic paddle down a section of the Allegheny River. We will travel approximately 7 miles of river, stopping for lunch about halfway through. Spaces are limited, and registration is required. If you do not have your own kayak, … READ MORE