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
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing is a great way to experience the outdoors in winter. Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests offer some of the best places to ski.
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowmobiling
State parks and forests offer thousands of miles and hundreds of acres of designated snowmobile areas for exploration.
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing has been gaining in popularity in recent years. Snowshoers can travel the many trails of Pennsylvania's beautiful state parks and forests.
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November 14, 2025 In Harrisburg, Shapiro Administration Plants 33 Trees as Part of $500,000 Statewide Community Investment Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn helped plant 33 trees in Harrisburg to emphasize the many benefits of trees to communities including clean air and cooling.
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November 07, 2025 ICYMI: Pittsburgh Named Newest Thrive Outside Community, Making Pennsylvania One of Two States in the Nation with Two Designations The Shapiro Administration is expanding outdoor access and creating more opportunities for Pennsylvanians to connect with nature and each other.
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November 07, 2025 Governor’s Advisory Council Seeks Candidates for Fish and Boat Commission Board The Governor’s Advisory Council for Hunting, Fishing and Conservation is seeking qualified candidates interested in serving the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) as commissioners.
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November 07, 2025 DCNR Names New District Forester for Tuscarora State Forest Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the appointment of Dave Yeager as the district forester for Tuscarora State Forest, which spans Cumberland, Franklin, Huntingdon, Juniata, Mifflin, and Perry counties.