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Overview
As Pennsylvania’s leader and chief advocate for conservation and outdoor recreation, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) will inspire citizens to:
- Value their natural resources
- Engage in conservation practices
- Experience the outdoors
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July 18, 2025 DCNR Celebrates Induction of Bear Meadows Natural Area in Rothrock State Forest into the National Old-Growth Forest Network Bear Meadows Natural Area is the Commonwealth’s 39th forest to join the Old-Growth Forest Network, making Pennsylvania the leader for designated old-growth forests in the U.S.
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For fall leaf viewing season, the Skywalk and trail are scheduled to open from August 8 through October 31, 2025. July 17, 2025 Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park in the Pennsylvania Wilds to Reopen for Fall Foliage Viewing The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced today that one of Pennsylvania’s iconic fall destinations in the Pennsylvania Wilds — the Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park — will temporarily reopen beginning August 8, giving visitors a chance to experience breathtaking views of the Kinzua Valley at peak leaf-peeping season.
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July 11, 2025 Shapiro Administration Celebrates Opening of First Phase of Rothrock State Forest’s Musser Gap Trail in Centre County, Kicking Off 50-Mile Sustainable Trail Vision
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July 02, 2025 Shapiro Administration Highlights Lyme Disease and Tick Bite Prevention Best Practices at Little Buffalo State Park in Perry County