Natural, cultural, historical, and recreational programs are conducted by a park environmental educator from March through November. From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, many programs are offered at the campground amphitheater.
Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and organized groups. Call the park office to schedule a group program. A variety of professional development workshops are offered for teachers.
Contact the park office or explore the calendar of events(opens in a new tab) for more information on programs and other learning experiences.
Patrick J. Solano Environmental Education Center
The environmental education center sits near Frances Slocum Lake in the day use area. The building features exhibits on indigenous people and the ecology of the park. Programs are offered from March to November.
The center is named for Patrick Solano, who served as deputy secretary for Parks and Forests with the former Department of Environmental Resources and as the acting secretary when the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources was created in 1995.
Mr. Solano has held many prestigious positions, including senior counselor to two governors and a senate majority leader.
During World War II, Mr. Solano completed 23 combat missions with the Eighth U.S. Air Force Heavy Bombardment Group.
For his service, he was awarded the Group Presidential Citation, the Air Force Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the European Combat Theatre Medal with two Bronze Stars.
