Ralph Stover State Park

10/31/2026

Here is a great cartoon to illustrate what bats are up to throughout the year 🦇

The Bat Conservation Trust was formed in 1990 as an umbrella organisation for the rapidly growing network of bat groups, providing support, training and advice.

10/30/2026

How are bats doing in Pennsylvania? And what on Earth is WNS (White Nose Syndrome)? Here is a short interview with someone from the PA Game Commission to help answer those questions...

Fifteen years ago, a fungal disease swept through Pennsylvania, devastating the state's hibernating bat population. We recently had a chance to sit down with Mollie Byrne, a Wildlife Disease Biology Technician with the Pennsylvania Game Commission who travels across the Commonwealth inspecting bat h...

10/29/2026

During the battiest week of the year, you may be wondering what to do if you ever find an injured or grounded bat. In eastern Pennsylvania, the best organiztion to contact is PA Bat Conservation & Rehabilitation -- please spread the word!

https://pabatrehab.org/

📸 photo obtained from PA Bat Con & Rehab's website

10/29/2026

ADVISORY - MP 30.9 – Lumberville Lock 12 Footbridge – Starting 11/03/2026 the footbridge connecting Rt 32 River Road and the towpath in Lumberville will be temporarily closed. This work is expected to take several days. Our maintenance crew will be replacing decking to ensure bridge and public safety. The advisory does not impact the towpath or its use by park visitors. Please be mindful that access to the towpath to and from River Road may not be possible during this necessary work.

10/28/2026

Did you know that planting a tree is another easy way that you can help bats? Find out more by reading this great article from BCI 🦇

"Healthy trees and forests are critical for many bat species around the world. Whether it’s dense, tropical jungles, old-growth forests, or just a few trees in an urban park, these habitats offer important food, shelter, and other resources for local bats."

More than just a place to sleep, trees and forests provide critical resources that bats need to survive.

10/27/2026

You may be wondering how else you can celebrate Bat Week? One idea: Bat Conservation International is hosting a webinar tomorrow, "Lights Out: how to support bats by reducing artificial light at night" ❌💡❌

Hosting Organization – Bat Conservation International and Dark Sky International Date: 10/28/2026 – 10/28/2026 Time: 15:00 – 16:00 Venue: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9817912416290/WN_VMnnXQ5ESROvIJJkQJVcXA Address: Event Description – Join BCI and Dark Sky International… Conti...

10/26/2026

Happy Bat Week! How many of these species have you seen in the wild? I once found an Eastern Red Bat snoozing the day away under a Catalpa leaf -- I took a quick photo from afar and then left it alone 😊

What’s that bat?

10/25/2026

A great way to start off Bat Week is to ensure that all of your Halloween decorations are safe for wildlife 🦇💚🦇 Check out the article written by local bat biologist, Alyson Brokaw, for tips on how to prevent harm to bats during the spooky season!

https://www.batcon.org/bat-safe-chic-halloween-decor/

10/24/2026

If you can help plant some trees @ High Rocks tomorrow, Sun., Oct. 25th or on Tues., Oct. 27th, please register @ the link below! The "Park-nership" and all of the critters that inhabit High Rocks thank you ☺️

Eight days down, two days to go! The fun part: planting!! We have lots and lots of plants to get into the ground and can use your help. Info and sign up at link in comments.

10/23/2026

08/28/2026

Ever wanted to know more about the rocks around you? There’s still some room left for this coming Monday Rocks program at Ringing Rocks Trailhead in Upper Black Eddy.
Not everything that glitters is gold- sometimes it’s feldspar! Join a state park naturalist for a hike while we talk about the most common mineral group on Earth. Register here: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/monday-rocks-feldspar

08/18/2026

As we move into rainy weather, a variety of mushrooms are popping up throughout the park! In fact, Pennsylvania is home to a plethora of marvelous fungi species- over 7,000! But be careful! Not all fungi are safe to ingest or touch. You should always consult with an expert first. In the meantime, feel free to look and admire the mycological myriad across our state parks!

07/15/2026

On hot days like today, be like the frog here. Find a nice spot of shade and stay cool, friends.

07/10/2026

It’s a good summer to enjoy some time by the Tohickon Creek. 💚

05/23/2026

Rainy weather may not be everybody’s cup of tea, but it sure is a great day for our mossy friends. Did you know mosses are a member of the plant group called bryophytes? Bryophytes are non-vascular plants (no roots, no vascular tissue, no problem!) and absorb water through their surface tissue/leaves. On this rainy Memorial Day Weekend, take a moment to appreciate some nice moss.

05/23/2026

What do you know about snakes? Did you know that the vast majority of snake species in Pennsylvania are non-venomous? Or that they are a key part of our ecosystem? Stop by Ralph Stover State Park at Pavilion 2 between 9-11am today to chat about these cool critters.

04/12/2026

Calling all geocachers, old hands and newcomers alike: This summer for 2026, PA State Parks is launching the DCNR America250PA GeoTrail! Visit 25 participating parks and find all 25 caches to collect a completion coin. For more information, visit:

DCNR GeoTrail

04/12/2026

It’s a beautiful spring day to visit Ralph Stover!

04/02/2026

Hello, folks! Want to know more about the local geology of Upper Bucks? Join a park naturalist for a hike at High Rocks Vista on Monday, April 6th at 5 pm, while we talk about the red shale that characterizes the landscape around us. For more information, click the link below or email to [email protected].

***Registration required*** ***Meeting location: High Rocks Overlook Parking Area, 150 Tory Rd, Pipersville, PA 18947*** Ever want to know more about the specific rocks around us? Join a state park naturalist for a hike around High Rocks Vistas. For this evening program we will talk about shale and....