HWA (Hemlock Woolly Adelgid) kills trees – and it’s here. Invasive plants such as Japanese barberry and tree of heaven are threatening the regeneration of important species, while providing little to no habitat or food for wildlife. But, with your help, we can protect our valuable old-growth forest.
Join us for Citizen Scientist training to learn about imapinvasives, a free tool that you can use to track infestations. We’ll also show you how to identify the invasive pests and plants – then you just report back data whenever you’re in the field. Together we can keep our forest healthy!
Wednesday, 2 October 2019 – 6 pm
This Free event is open to all, and is co-sponsored by the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History as a project of the Allegheny Forest Health Collaborative. The Gateway Lodge generously donated meeting space – the address is 14870 PA-36, Cooksburg, PA 16217.
100 YEARS a Public Land
It was 1919 when the Commonwealth bought the land that is now Clear Creek State Park. Discover the HIstory of Clear Creek before and since that time. We will walk along the creek on Korb trail looking for signs of the past. Bring your fit bits and enjoy getting in some steps as well!
Thursday, October 3 at 9:30am to 11:00am
Cook Forest Photowalk | October 6th, 2019 | 8am
Join local nature photographer Kevin Kaltenbaugh for a walk through the woods. You’ll learn how to capture that perfect shot through the eye of the lens. Instruction, hike and breakfast provided. Breakfast starts at 8am with featuring choices. Please bring own camera and appropriate gear. Cost is $35 per person (cost includes tax and gratuity). *Tickets go on sale on 09.09.18. Tax and gratuity are added to ticket sale.
2019 Forest County Walk in Penn’s Woods! – Birch Trail
The excitement is growing for the third annual Walk in Penn’s Woods on Sunday, October 6, happening near you:
Forest County – Birch Trail – Walk starts at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.
Walk Address: 100 SR 36, Cooksburg, the trail head is next to the driveway of the Cook Forest State Park Office, meet at the front of the office
Walk Description: Join the Friends of Cook Forest on a 2-mile section of the Birch Trail that goes along a ridge above Tom’s Run in Cook Forest State Park. The State Park just leveled and smoothed the trail, so it should be pretty easy for walking. We will also cross a couple bridges over Tom’s Run throughout the loop. Birch Trail runs through part of the ancient Forest of Cook Forest State Park. The trail is dominated by ancient Eastern hemlocks, white pine, beech, maple trees and ferns. People-friendly leashed pets are allowed; owner must clean up after their pets. This is not a wheelchair and stroller friendly walk.
We are one of more than 50 sites across the state where Pennsylvanians of all ages will be getting out in the woods, building appreciation for the forest, the people who own them, and the importance of caring well for them.
Pennsylvania’s woods bring us values that we sometimes take for granted. The trees and ground cover provide nutrients for the soil, food and homes for wildlife, clean air and water, wood products that we use daily, and peace and tranquility for us to enjoy. The woods “work” for us. Walk in Penn’s Woods raises awareness about the importance of forests to our lives and the effort that goes into caring for them.
Since 2017, the first Sunday in October has been set aside for Pennsylvanians to join hosted walks to learn more about Penn’s Woods and gain easy access to expert forest and wildlife professionals. Last year, over 1,100 people joined in at 68 walks throughout the state. Some walks will have children’s activities; others will highlight managed wildlife habitat or watersheds; you may see the results of harvesting activities or plantings of native trees and shrubs; still others may demonstrate the effects of urban tree cover or riparian buffers. Walk in Penn’s Woods also features a growing number of sites with wheelchair and stroller accessible walks. For a complete list of individual walk locations, times, descriptions, and more, go to www.walkinpennswoods.org. The website is regularly updated as new walks are added, so keep checking!
Sunday, October 6 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm
More than a flea market! Vintage items, unique creations, re-made works, antique collectibles, vendors, workshops, classes & so much more!
Vendors wanted. If you love to make old things new again, or make new things look like vintage treasurers, this is for you! Do you create unique art from every day objects or have a knack for re-imagining and re-purposing items? This is for you too! Contact the Sawmill Center to reserve your vendor space at (814) 927-6655. Email [email protected] with questions or for more information.
Red Hat Ladies Luncheon, Hot Beef or Shimp Platters, drinks and desserts $15.00 per person. Includes party and lunch. Costumes are encouraged, prizes will be awarded. Karaoke, so bring your singers !! Reservations a must, we take the first 50 women. Send us an email for a reservation , [email protected] or call us 814-927-8400.
Time for IMG’s ANNUAL Halloween PARTY !
This year will be a“ Monster Ball” theme so put on your best monster costume and dancing shoes and join us for a ghouling good time !!!
Trixx will be rocking the house from 9:30 pm till 12:30 am.
Contests will be held for the best “Monsters” individual couples and groups.
The kitchen will present some hair raising dinner specials and Chris will be mixing up some great magical potions at the bar.
Reservations are recommended.
See you there !!!!
October Wine & Dine Five Course Tasting | October 26th, 2019 | 5:30pm or 8pm
Soak in the harvest season with an autumn five-course tasting for two at Gateway Lodge. You’ll be introduced to fabulous award-winning wines during the event while indulging in delicious fine cuisine. Live entertainment provided. Cost is $120 per couple. Wine pairings are an additional $25 per person and to be paid for at time of dinner. *Tickets go on sale on 10.05.19. Tax and gratuity are added to ticket sale.