Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Holiday Open House at Sinnemahoning State Park

Located only 13 miles south of Austin, Pennsylvania on Route 872.


News for Immediate Release

November 25, 2014

Sinnemahoning State Park kicks off the month of December with a “Holiday Open House” event.

On Saturday, December 6th, 2014, Sinnemahoning State Park will host a “Holiday Open House” from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. in the Park Office and Wildlife Center.

The Holiday Open House presents an opportunity for the community to view the Park Office and Wildlife Center all decked out in its winter splendor.  Visitors can enjoy the eye-catching holiday displays created by volunteer, Pat Martin of Emporium, Grandpa Hank’s winter village donated by Debbie Calkins of Mansfield, and of course, the state-of-the art wildlife exhibits.

Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or mulled cider while chatting with friends by the cozy fire.  Light refreshments will be offered throughout the afternoon.   The gift shop will be open for your holiday gift buying needs.

All ages are welcome to attend this free event. Please join us for the festivities!

For more information about programs at Sinnemahoning State Park, contact the park office at 814-647-8401814-647-8401 or by email at SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov.  An online calendar of events with information on upcoming programs can also be found at www.visitPAparks.com.

If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.


Photo 1: Park volunteer, Pat Martin of Emporium, adds a finishing touch to the 9 foot holiday tree in the Sinnemahoning State Park Office and Wildlife Center.  (Photo by Sinnemahoning State Park staff)



Photo 2:  The Wildlife Center holiday décor features a nature theme with just a touch glitter and shine, a perfect complement to the state-of-the-art wildlife exhibits.  (Photo by Sinnemahoning State Park staff)







Kim

Kimberly Lott l Environmental Education Specialist
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Bureau of State Parks l Sinnemahoning State Park
4843 Park Road l Austin PA 16720
Phone: 814.647.8401 l Email: KLott@pa.gov

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