If you ordered ceramic turtles from Nolde Pottery they are ready to go!  You will get a call from the park secretary or Nolde Pottery to let you know they are ready for pickup.  And thank you for supporting the Friends of Nolde Forest!

Check out the additions to the FAQ page for details on metal detecting, ice skating, and flying drones in the park.

Word came from DCNR of the cancellation of ALL in-person events - staffed and volunteer - beginning on December 6 (Sunday) until further notice as a result of spiking COVID numbers. This does include all First Day Hikes.

DCNR Press Release

Due to the spike in COVID-19 cases, new protocols are in place for all PA state parks until 1/15/2021 with the potential for these to be extended.

1. Open Houses must cease until after January 15th, 2021.
2. Partner meetings, which include Friends Group meetings, may not be held in person within the park until after 1/15/2021.

The FAQ page has also been updated to reflect the newly instituted protocols.

​Thanks all and stay safe!

Good day everyone!  The Friends of Nolde Forest are putting out a request for ornaments to decorate this year's tree in the mansion.  The History Committee is requesting Shiny Brite or similar ornaments.  These are classic glass ornaments, also known as kugels (a German word meaning "sphere), identified most easily by their textured silver cap and colorful patterns.

​If you or someone you know has a few extra gathering dust in the attic or basement, feel free to contact us at [email protected] or [email protected].  

Thank you!

Woah!  Take a look at this site!  https://noldeplants.wordpress.com/

Ever walk the park and wonder what plant, flower, fern, moss, shrub, or tree you're looking at?  Then check out that link!  :)

Welcome to the Friends of Nolde Forest site!  We're happy you stopped by.  The goal of this site is to pass along information about our favorite park --> Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center.  If you like what you see and are interested in helping out, join our friends group!  Click this link or click Join from the site menu for more details.