Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau |
Thu 12th Sep | “War of 1812” Smethport ,PA The Honorable Judge Hauser will speaker for the society’s annual fall dinner meeting. Two hundred years ago our country took on the greatest naval power in the world, Great Britain, in a conflict that would have an immense impact on our young country's future. Program and dinner will be held at the East Smethport United Christian Church at 6 p.m. Purchase of a ticket will need to be made by September 6th. Call 814-887-5142 for more information or ticket purchase. Smethport United Christian Church | |
Thu 12th Sep 6:00 pm 7:30 pm | Annual Fall Dinner Meeting - War of 1812 in Smethport, PA Speaker: Judge Houser will speak on the War of 1812. This war-while little discussed or publicised- is unique to our nation becoming a world power. For more information call: 814-887-5142 www.smethportchamber.com East Smethport Christian Church, Route 6, East Smethport | |
Fri 13th Sep to Sun 15th Sep | Drag Races, Rew Ride all day from 9 am to 9 pm. Drag Races will start at 6 pm. Chicken BBQ for $6 will be available. For more information call: 814-465-9979 www.majestictrails.com Majestic Kamp and Lost Trails, Route 46, Rew, PA 16744 | |
Fri 13th Sep | Fall Festival in Kane Enjoy vendors, crafts, hay rides, tons of fun!! For more information call: 814-837-6565 www.kanepa.com Greater Kane Area PA 16735 | |
Sat 14th Sep | Wildlife Rehabilitation, Benezette, PA Come and listen to Alyssa Knee, Centre for Wildlife Care Intern, talk about the importance of wildlife rehabilitation and what to do if you see injured wildlife. Meet and greet their education animals, including a black rat snake and wood turtle! ( This program is at 1:00 p.m. in the Discovery Room). Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Drive, Benezette, PA, 15821 | |
Sat 14th Sep to Sun 15th Sep | Charity Walleye Fishing Tournament in the ANF Sponsored by Kinzua Outdoors For more information please call Tom Means (814) 362-1423 Willow Bay Boat Launch in the Allegheny National Forest | |
Sat 14th Sep | Wild Edibles Talk and Walk, Benezette, PA Ever wonder what all those plants are growing around your home? Many of them may be edible if prepared properly. Come learn all about the seasonal buffet that often goes unnoticed; as we learn about various edibles that could be used in a survival situation or to spice up a dish at home. (Meet in the Discovery Room at 3:00 p.m.). Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Drive, Benezette, PA, 15821 | |
Sat 14th Sep | Evening Elk Watch, Benezette, PA Join a staff member as they set up on the Buckeneezer Viewing Blind to watch the elk. A limited supply of spotting scopes will be available on site. Bring any questions you have about PA’s elk herd along with you to ask staff experts. (6 p.m. at Buckeneezer Blind). Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Drive, Benezette, PA, 15821 | |
Sat 14th Sep 12:00 pm 2:00 pm | Wheel Around The Hub Bicycle Race, Smethport, PA Smethport’s historic “Wheel Around the Hub” cycling race is back! The race route passes through town 7 times. Registration begins at 9:00 am and the starting gun fires at 12 noon in front of the McKean County Court House on Main Street. This year’s event will feature a new Junior Mountain Bike Class for cyclists aged 12-13, 14-15, and 16-17, who will participate in a one-lap race. Parents are encouraged to ride along with younger cyclists along the route. Following the race, there will be a Pig Roast / Beef Brisket Dinner and Awards Celebration at the Smethport Fire Hall. Smethport’s own Hamlin Station Blue Grass Band will provide musical entertainment. For more information please call: 814-887-6020 wheelrace@smethportpa.org Greater Smethport Area, Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Sun 15th Sep | Compare and Contrast North American Deer Families, Benezette, PA ”- Explore the similarities and differences among the four main species that make up the “deer” family. Learn the striking differences between moose, elk, caribou, and white-tailed deer, yet see how they all share common characteristics as ruminate and ungulate cousins in the “deer” extended family. (This program will begin at 1:00 p.m. in The Discovery Room). Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Drive, Benezette, PA, 15821 | |
Sun 15th Sep | Pennsylvania Black Bears, Benezette, PA Whether it is awe or fear that you feel when you see a bear, you probably don’t know the entire story of Pennsylvania black bears. Learn more about their life and survival in Penn’s Woods, as well as what scientists have learned about them over the years. (This program will take place in the Discovery Room at 4:00 p.m.). Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Drive, Benezette, PA, 15821 | |
Mon 16th Sep | Indepentent Film Series - Before Midnight, Bradford, PA $7.00 Admission, 5:30 PM, 814-363-9388 www.dipsonthearres.com 123 Main Street, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Wed 18th Sep | Night at the Museum, Salamanca, NY Ms. Jare' R. Cardinal, SINM Director, will talk about Coming to Cattaraugus; Asher Wright's Mission. What happened to the Christian Senecas at Buffalo Creek after the loss of their land in 1842? What does this have to do with the founding of the Thomas Indian School, or as it was known earlier, the Thomas Orphanage and Asylum for Destitute Children? Jare' will discuss these issues when she talks about the first 25 yrs. of the TOA and the children who reside here. Open to the Public with light refreshments. Time 5:30pm 716-9451104 Seneca - Iroquois National Museum, 814 Broad Street, Salamanca, NY 14779 |