Jennings Environmental Education Center

10/15/2026

It's time for your Week 3 Fall Foliage Report! 🍁🍂

While heavy rain knocked down some leaves, chilly nights recently sped up the color change in many Pennsylvania forests. The cooler weather expected this weekend will help bring out even brighter fall colors across the state.

With beautiful shades showing up everywhere now, it’s a great time to get outside and enjoy the stunning fall scenery in the Keystone State!

Photo 1: Elk Run Vista (Tioga Forest District)
Photo 2: Moon Lake (Pinchot Forest District)
Photo 3: Erie County

View the full report: pa.gov/fallfoliage

10/15/2026

No one should miss out on time outdoors because of their period.

Free menstrual products, including pads and tampons, are available in many state park offices, visitor centers, and environmental education centers.

Find a participating location near you: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/recreation/where-to-go/state-parks

10/14/2026

DCNR will be releasing water from Lake Nockamixon into Tohickon Creek in Bucks County on Saturday and Sunday, November 7-8.

The releases will provide Class 3 and 4 whitewater boating conditions downstream through Ralph Stover State Park from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. each day.

Learn more: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/newsroom/dcnr-plans-whitewater-release-into-tohickon-creek-for-annual-boa

10/13/2026

With summer’s blazing heat being mostly a memory, fall has brought in cooler air to Pennsylvania...and now it’s fall festival season! From Punkin’ Chunkin’ to Fall Furnace Fest, PA state parks have a lot to offer during the fall.

Check out the upcoming festivals: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/calendar/day?card_size=small&order=date&days=365&experience=&event_types%5B%5D=35754

10/09/2026

Visiting your favorite state park(s) during hunting season(s)?

Be sure to use precaution and wear at least one piece of hunter/blaze orange clothing.

We hope all that take to Penn’s Woods this fall will be seen and be safe!

10/08/2026

The first hints of fall are popping at RB Winter State Park! How are the colors looking in your neck of the woods? 🍂🍁

Follow the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to see the weekly Fall Foliage Report for your go‑to guide this leaf‑peeping season! 🌲📸

10/07/2026

A reminder that dumping yard waste, tree limbs, and other trash or biodegradable materials on state park (and forest) land is not permitted. These materials may contain invasive species, insects, and/or disease that can be harmful to Pennsylvania's public lands.

Anyone caught illegally dumping on state park or forest land will be cited, ordered to clean it up, and/or ordered to complete additional community service.

If you witness someone littering or suspicious activity within a state park or forest, please contact the park/forest office or a DCNR ranger.

10/06/2026

Ready to ride your favorite trails this fall? Be safe—don’t forget your helmet!

Don't forget: Pennsylvania state law requires all bicyclists under the age of 12 to wear an approved helmet. Helmets must be worn level and snug on top of the head with the chin strap securely fastened.

10/05/2026

Looking for a quiet escape? Yellow Creek State Park in Indiana County offers calm waters, rolling hills, and room to breathe, while still offering the convenience many visitors want.

Park Manager James Tweardy appears on the latest Hemlocks to Hellbenders podcast to share what makes this peaceful refuge so special.

Wouldn’t it be nice to just get away from the crowds? To visit a park that’s not crammed with people, with their music, and their yapping dogs and all their other stuff. To experience some damn peace and quiet.Since the pandemic, outdoor spaces ha...

10/02/2026

Looking for the best places to view the fall foliage in Pennsylvania? Check out this list from visitPA for some inspiration!
..we might be partial to the state parks... 😉

https://www.visitpa.com/blog/post/when-and-where-view-best-fall-foliage-pa/