About us
The PA Parks and Forests Events group is for anyone who loves PA's state parks and forests! Join us for volunteer days, educational trainings, fundraisers, conservation efforts, or being a part of one of 40+ Friend's Group chapters across the state.
This group will show events hosted by Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF). PPFF is a nonprofit that supports the 124 state parks and 2.2 million acres of forest across the commonwealth. We work towards helping removing accessibility barriers so everyone can experience the outdoors, host trainings and education opportunities, organize volunteer days, and assists 40+ Friend's Groups help support their park or forest.
It is free to be a part of the PA Parks and Forests Events group. While most of PPFF events are of no cost, any event that does will have it listed on its individual event listing.
Upcoming events
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PA Wilds Child - Pre-Registration required
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd, Philipsburg, PA, USEnjoy a fun-filled day of activities at Black Moshannon State Park in a friendly non-competitive environment. Learn new skills, such as how to shoot a bow, paddle a kayak, or how to cook your favorite snacks over a campfire. Many other skills will also be taught by friendly and informative instructors. Your paid registration gets you:
❖ Doughnuts and juice for breakfast
❖ 4 expertly taught classes
❖ Equipment needed for use during classes
Please bring a bag lunch.
This event is open to children ages 7 to 16. A parent or legal guardian must attend all classes with the child (or children). Certain age restrictions apply to specific classes. Please see the class selections for age limits. The brochure can be found at the Black Moshannon State Park Office, on the Black Moshannon State Park Facebook page, or get one by emailing blackmoshannonee@pa.gov.
All registrations and payments must be received by May 16, 2026, or when we reach the 125-person limit, whichever comes first. No refunds. Participants can send a replacement with the same class choices.
Register early to receive 1st choice classes. They fill up quickly.
Supported by the Friends of Black Moshannon, a chapter of Pennsylvania Parks & Forest Foundation (PPFF), a 501(c) Non-Profit Organization1 attendee
Music on the Beach Summer Concert Series
Whipple Dam State Park, 3746 Laurel Run Rd, Petersburg, PA, USWHIPPLE DAM – Come out and enjoy some great live, local music from your kayak, the swimming area, a beach towel, or the comfort of your favorite camping chair. When it gets cooler you can cozy up to the bonfire and enjoy the music of several local bands and entertainers. We have a great line-up this year.
The 2026 Series kicks off on Saturday, June 20, from 7 to 9 pm, when Pure Cane Sugar takes the stage. The group’s assemblage of masterful melodies and haunting harmonies have been captivating audiences since the band’s debut in 2007. Kate Twoey and Natalie Race deliver an eclectic mix of original music and artful cover arrangements. Known for its fusion of acoustic, roots rock, blues and country, the readers of State College Magazine has consistently selected Pure Cane Sugar as the “Best Local Band.”
Concerts are free to attend. Cash donations will be accepted during the event. The Franks Farm Food Truck, using their own local beef, is serving cheesesteaks, burgers and fresh cut fries. Performances sponsored by the Friends of Greenwood Furnace, Whipple Dam, and Penn-Roosevelt State Parks. The Friends are a non-profit local chapter of the PA Parks and Forests Foundation. Proceeds from the concerts go to the Friends group to support park programs in Whipple Dam State Park.
Information about this and other Friends events including inclement weather updates can be found on their Facebook page at www.fb.me/friendsofgreenwoodfurnace or call Whipple Dam State Park c/o Greenwood Furnace State Park at 814-667-1800.1 attendee
Past events
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