On Saturday, September 24, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sinnemahoning State Park will offer volunteers a chance to participate in the 23rd annual National Public Lands Day, the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands Americans enjoy.
Projects will include removing invasive plants and clearing underbrush in the day use area surrounding the Park Office and Wildlife Center. At the end of the work day, all volunteers will have an opportunity to help catch and tag monarch butterflies for Monarch Watch butterfly migration research.
We will be working outdoors on terrain that may be uneven, brushy, and weedy at times. Please dress for the outdoors, wear long pants, and sturdy shoes with socks. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring work gloves and a water bottle if you have them. Individuals, groups and families are welcome to participate. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please let us know if you are interested in helping. To make sure that we have enough supplies for everyone, we ask that all volunteers pre-register by Monday, September 19th. To register, call the park office at 814-647-8401.
FIRST FORK FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 8, 2016
12:00 Noon - 5:00 P.M.
Help us to celebrate the history and culture of the First Fork Valley by volunteering at the fourth annual First Fork Festival on Saturday, October 8, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM. Volunteers are needed to greet visitors, assist in the gift shop, and lead hands-on interpretive activities. For more information about volunteering at this event, please call the park office at 814-647-8401.
Hosted by Sinnemahoning State Park and the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce, the festival features local authors, artists and artisans showcasing their talents amidst a backdrop of full autumn color in the Pennsylvania Wilds.
Artisans from the PA Wilds Cooperative and other local artists and craftsmen will be displaying hand-made products, ranging from glass, fiber, wood and stone, to paintings, jewelry, photography, and specialty foods. Festival-goers can watch the artists at work while shopping for gifts or just admiring the local talent.
The First Fork Festival will also include “Tall Timber” program by musician Van Wagner, live music by local bands, book signings by local authors, interactive history exhibits and demonstrations, as well as food and beverages offered by local vendors and non-profit organizations.
This community-focused admission-free event takes place at the Sinnemahoning State Park Office and Wildlife Center, just off Route 872 in Grove Township, on Saturday, October 8, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM.
HAUNTED HALLOWEEN TRAIL AND HALLOWS EVE CELEBRATION
Saturday, October 29, 2016
4:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Back by popular demand! On Saturday, October 29, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM., Sinnemahoning State Park will hold the Haunted Halloween Trail and All Hallows Eve Celebration. We are looking for volunteers to make this annual event as successful as the past three years.
The event begins at 4:00 PM and will end by 9:00 PM. Volunteers are needed to help set up starting at 12:00 noon and to help clean up until 10:00 PM. Volunteers are also needed to serve refreshments and assist with the games and activities for younger children.
We especially need enthusiastic volunteers to dress up in costume to help make the haunted trail spooky and safe for all our visitors. All ages are welcome to help. An easy and fun way for students to earn community service hours.
Please let us know by September 30th if you are interested in helping. To register, call 814-647-8401.
BUGLE CORPS ELK WATCH
Weekends Throughout September and October 2016
Elk bugling has begun in the First Fork Valley. A herd of 24+ elk have been spotted this week moving about all areas of the park including the Stevenson Dam and the Wildlife Viewing Area.
Trained volunteers are needed to staff the Wildlife Viewing Area at the north end of the park during the peak of the elk viewing season. Volunteers will greet visitors to the viewing area, discuss elk biology and elk watching etiquette, and help visitors to locate other hot-spots for elk viewing.
Training and interpretive materials, such as elk hide, antlers, and literature, will be provided. Volunteers must be willing to attend training and to serve at least one full weekend this fall.
For more information about the Bugle Corps Elk Watch at Sinnemahoning State Park, please call the park office at 814-647-8401.
Sinnemahoning State Park
4843 Park Road
Austin, PA 16720
Phone: 814-647-8401
Email: SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov
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