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Snowman In The Forest Contest - 2007

The Cook Forest Vacation Bureau is sponsoring a "Snowman In The Forest" contest which runs from first snowfall to March 1, 2007

.  There are three snowman entry categories and all snowmen have to be built in one of the areas of Cook Forest or Clear Creek State Park designated as "Snowman Territory."  Snowman photos will be taken by area business people and submitted for judging online at www.cookforest.org and www.pagreatoutdoors.com.

RULES AND OTHER INFORMATION

  • Contest begins with the first snowfall of the season and ends on March 1, 2007.
  • Saturday, February 17 is a special participation day. Refreshments will be served near the ice skating pond from 11:00am - 3:00pm to all participants in the "Snowman in the Forest" contest.
  • A separate Entry Form, available at any participating business, is required for each Snowman and must be given to a participating business on the day the snowman is created. ( Date of Birth on Entry Form )
  • Snowman must be built in a "Snowman Territory" using natural snow with at least one feature over three feet tall.
  • Clothing and props may be used but they will be discarded when the snowman goes away.
  • Snowman must be suitable for all viewing audiences. "G" rated only. No obscenities.
  • Use of the State Park Land and Private Land for this event is at your own risk and liability.
  • For written notification of winners, please attach a self-addressed stamped envelope to Entry Form.
  • Photos of winners, runner ups, and other interesting creations will be posted on the following web-sites:
    www.pagreatoutdoors.com - Northwest Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors Tourism Promotion Agency
    www.cookforest.org - Cook Forest Vacation Bureau


SNOWMAN TERRITORIES:

COOK FOREST STATE PARK - Snowman may be built along River Road starting at the Cooksburg Post Office and going up the Clarion River for about one mile. This area includes a lighted ice skating pond and sledding hill, children's play area with swings, many picnic tables, outdoor charcoal grills, and public restrooms.

CLEAR CREEK STATE PARK - Snowman may be built in the cabin and camping area.

PRIVATE LAND - Snowman may be built in areas designated as "Snowman Territory" by the following businesses. These businesses have contest entry forms & will photograph your snowman. Look for "Snowman Territory" signs.

Black Bear Cabins Cook Riverside Cabins Macbeth's Cabins
Briar Hill Furniture Forest Lodge Sawmill Art Center
Camper's Paradise Forest Ridge Cabins Top Hill Cabins
Cherry Run Cabins Gateway Lodge & Cabins Trails End Restaurant
Cook Homestead Kellywood Cabins  
     

 

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