A recent view from Erie Bluffs State Park in western Erie County. The park features 90-foot bluffs that overlook Lake Erie. Learn more: bit.ly/4bMNwVX

99% of all wildfires in PA are caused by human activity, most commonly debris burning. Preventing wildfires isn't just the responsibility of firefighters — it's something every Pennsylvanian can contribute to. Here are some tips on preventing wildfires when burning debris. 👇

We’re continuing our celebration of the women leading the way at DCNR — and next up is Claire Jantz, Deputy Secretary for Conservation and Technical Services! Claire has been with DCNR a little over a year and says, “It has been an incredible and humbling experience to learn

midtownscholar.com/calendar/2025/…. Counting down the hours to my #cradleofconservation convo with Pa. DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn Midtown Scholar

Last but not least, we’re shining a light on a leader whose passion for conservation has helped shape DCNR for nearly 25 years — Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn! Secretary Dunn has been a driving force in so many of our successes. One of her favorite highlights? Helping to launch and

You’re invited to join us at Pottstown High School as we continue beautified our campus and help preserve the natural beauty of our environment. Tuesday April 22, 3 PM. Rain date Thursday April 24 Pottstown Schools Evan Brandt Stephen Rodriguez Thomas Hylton PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Pa. DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn

If you can bring it with you to a state park (or forest), you can take it with you when you leave. Please don't litter. It hurts our public lands, wildlife, and other visitors. 🚮 #LeaveNoTrash #KeepPABeautiful

The impacts of climate change and the threat of invasive species have some people wondering if helping the environment is a losing battle, and some don’t know where to start. We’re here to say that it is not a losing battle; and while there are many ways to help the environment,

Spring is the most dangerous time for wildfires in Pennsylvania. Become egg-ucated about outdoor fire safety: 1. Check for burn bans before starting an outdoor fire 2. Never leave fires unattended 3. Make sure fires are completely out Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/2J131jx.

The first Fish-for-Free Day in Pennsylvania for 2025 will be Sunday, May 25. 🎣 Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone to legally fish on Pennsylvania waterways with no fishing license required. All other fishing regulations still apply. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3MqaOVz.

The PA Outdoor Corps Wilkes-Barre Crew’s first project of this season was planting shade trees at Hickory Run State Park’s day use area. The crew also did some general clean up and mulching. Learn more about the Outdoor Corps ➡️ thesca.org/program/pennsy…

Get outside this weekend and enjoy nature!

Interested in assisting tree-planting efforts statewide? Consider a donation to the Keystone Tree Fund!🌲 Learn more or donate: bit.ly/KeystoneTreeFu…

No one should have to cut a hike short or miss out on time outdoors because of their period. Starting today, visitors can access free pads and tampons in park offices, visitor centers, and environmental education centers, with bilingual signage in English and Spanish to help

Did you know that the Chesapeake Bay Watershed contains more than 100,000 rivers and streams that flow into the Chesapeake Bay? Even if you’re not physically close to the Chesapeake Bay, the health of your local waterways still connects you to the health of the Bay itself. DCNR

DCNR joined community leaders and partners at Shikellamy State Park in Northumberland County to celebrate the completion of a 900-foot naturalistic fish passage. Spanning the width of the Susquehanna River between the towns of Shamokin Dam and Sunbury, an inflatable dam creates

If you’re in recovery, love someone who is, or work in the field—we need your voice this upcoming #RecoveryMonth and beyond. 💜 What you’ve learned could bring hope, encouragement, or inspire someone to take that first step. Share your message by Sept. 8: forms.office.com/g/bXwtAFXTSC

DCNR, Dept. of Aging & PA Department of Health visited Codorus State Park to unveil Connecting to the Outdoors as We Age: Pennsylvania’s Rx for Nature, a new toolkit designed to help older Pennsylvanians connect with nature and improve overall health. Learn more: ow.ly/58nn50WJ7nn

DCNR Secretary Dunn joined Alliance For The Bay & stakeholders to plant 700 trees along Orson Run to reduce runoff, improve water quality, and protect the Chesapeake Bay. The planting is part of a larger 10-acre effort to establish 2,700 trees on a dairy farm. ow.ly/coS550XhGNO

Big news for mountain bikers in PA! 🚵 A 50-mile trail addition is starting to take shape at Rothrock State Forest in central Pennsylvania. Once completed, the loop will connect to over 100 miles of existing trails! Learn more ⤵️ singletracks.com/mtb-trails/a-p…