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Sat 23rd Jul | 25th Annual Motorcycle Benefit Run, Bradford Blessing of the Bikes @ Noon then Parade of bikes through Bradford, PA. Proceeds benefit individuals and kids and cancer programs supporting medical facilities. For more information visit secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.185/14c.fcb.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Kids-Cancer-Flyer-2021.pdf Zippo / Case Museum & Flagship Store, 1932 Zippo Dr, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Moose, Elk, Caribou, Whitetail, Benezette "Moose, Elk, Caribou, and Whitetail oh my!" The deer family has quite a few members! Join the Elk Country staff as you learn about the elk and their many cousins that live in North America. You are sure to learn something new along the way! For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 4:00 pm 8:00 pm | Summer Wine Walk, Bradford The Summer Wine Walk pairsPennsylvania wineries with the unique historic Downtown Bradford business for anight of fun! Downtown Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 7:00 pm 9:00 pm | Kinzua 5K, Mt. Jewett For more information visit runsignup.com/Race/PA/.....athon Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 8:00 am 12:00 pm | Kinzua Half Marathon, Mt. Jewett Registration Includes Performance Shirt, Drawstring Bag, Finisher Medal, Custom Race Bib, Free Professional Race Photography & Post Race Refreshments. $100 per person. For more information visit runsignup.com/Race/PA/.....athon Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 1:00 pm 2:00 pm | Archery, Mt. Jewett Practice your archery skills in a safe and fun environment! The necessary safety precautions will be covered for shooting a bow, as well as the technical skills involved in hitting a target. Target and Bowes provided. For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA's Invasive, Benezette If you look at the trees in Pennsylvania Wilds, you will notice they aren't as full. This is because of the Spongy Moth, previously called the Gypsy Moth, which is an evasive species in Pennsylvania. Stop in and join the staff at the Elk Country Visitors Center to learn about the Spongy moth as well as the many other invasive species that wreak havoc on Pennsylvania ecosystems and how to prevent the spread. For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 24th Jul 3:00 pm 3:30 pm | The keeper of Sea Grit Lighthouse, Bradford Full-time professionalliving historian, Kenneth Serfass, returns to the library with a new persona,Abraham Wolf, the first keeper of Sea Girt Lighthouse. Hear KeeperWolfe describe his duties and experiences and how he came through the Civil Warand into the Lighthouse Service. Wolfe will lead an interesting discussion of alittle-known part of our coastal navigation system before computers andsatellites. Sea Girt Lighthouse is thelast live-in lighthouse built on the Atlantic Coast. Join us for this freeprogram on Sunday, July 24 at 3 pm. For more information call 814-362-6527 Or visit Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 30th Jul | Renegade Monster Truck Tour, Smethport The Renegade MonsterTruck Tour features over 2 hours of pure adrenaline-fueledexcitement for all ages! High-level and affordable family entertainment.Tickets are on sale now. McKean County Fairgrounds, 7172 PA-46, Smethport, PA 16749, USA | |
Sat 30th Jul 10:00 am 3:00 pm | Derrick Day Festival, Bradford, PA Celebrate the rich oil and gas heritage of the region at this Derrick Day. Stop at the museum and enjoy a day of craft vendors, food, demonstrations, antique oilfield equipment displays, candle making, a chainsaw carver, barbershop quartet, and talks of oilfield history. Admission is free. For more information call: 814-362-1955 or visit: www.pennbradoilmuseum.org Penn-Brad Oil Museum, 901 South Ave, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 30th Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Walk and Talk, Benezette Join a staff member as they walk the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center-Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit the fields. you will be covering topics such as what elk eat, where they spend their time, and how each season brings something different. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 31st Jul | Gravel Grinder Bike Races to be Held on ANF The US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service announcedthat Epic Races plans to hold two bike races in Allegheny National Forest. The first race, TheCook Forest Gravel Grinder, is scheduled for July 31st and will begin in Cook Forest State Parkand proceed onto national forest roads in the Marienville Ranger District. For information on how to register visit www.trans-sylvaniaprod.....;nbsp; Allegheny National Forest, Marienville, PA 16239 | |
Sun 31st Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Geocaching with a Bigfoot Twist, Mt. Jewett Visit the park to learn about the exciting hobby of geocaching! GPS units are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. You may call ahead to reserve a unit at 814-778-5467. The caches will have information about Bigfoot in them! Meet in front of the visitor center. Dress for the weather! www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 31st Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Antler Scoring, Benezette "Woah! that is a 400+ bull for sure" Being in Elk Country you will probably hear that a lot, and you may be a bit confused about what that means. Now is the time to learn! Antler scoring is a fun and useful tool to have when exploring Elk Country, get a free lesson today. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Tue 2nd Aug | National Night Out, Bradford Come together to form strong police-community partnerships. Free food, games, activities & more. The City of Bradford Police department will have officers available from 5 to 8 p.m. on Chamber Street to interact with community members as part of the event. For more information visit bradfordpa.org Chambers Street, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Fri 5th Aug 3:30 pm 8:00 pm | Kane Wine Walk, Kane 2nd Annual Kane Wine Walk this year on Friday, August 5th! A few changes this year to enhance the experience! Registration is from 3:30 - 6:30 and lasts until 8 pm. For more information call 814-837-6565 www.facebook.com/event.....sfeed Historic Downtown, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sun 7th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Talk, Benezette Elk Talk?You’re telling me elk talk?.... They do! Elk actually communicate in severaldifferent ways. Join our KECA staff as we learn about the many differentsignals and calls that elk make or use when “talking” with one another. In notime, you’ll be able to understand exactly what an elk is saying just bywatching them in the field. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 7th Aug 3:00 pm 5:00 pm | Paint N Sip, Kane Paint & Sip with Clarissa Burford, $40 per person includes Wine, tasting Painting, and Light Fare Food. Tickets must be purchased and paid in advance. For more info call 814-837-8298 Or visit www.twistedwinery.com/ The Lodge at Twisted Vine Winery, 117 N Fraley St, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Thu 11th Aug to Sat 13th Aug | Festa Italiana, Bradford Celebrate the city of Bradford's Italian heritage with authentic and homemade Italian food, children's games, and rides. Enjoy cold beverages at the beer tent while listening to live music. There will be a meatball eating contest and fireworks on Saturday. The Festival will start on Thursday at 4 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 11 a.m. More info: www.facebook.com/The-Of.....2803/ Festival Way, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Fri 12th Aug to Sun 14th Aug | 50th Mt. Jewett Swedish Festival, Mt.Jewett For information Visit: www.facebook.com/Mount-.....35867 West Main Street, Mt. Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 13th Aug | Gravel Grinder Bike Races to be Held on ANF The second event, TheAllegheny Forest Gravel Grinder, is scheduled for August 13th and will take place in the BradfordRanger District beginning at Kinzua Beach. Each event will include up to 150 riders. For information on how to register please visit www.trans-sylvaniaproductions.com/pgs Allegheny National Forest - Bradford Ranger Station, 29 Forest Service Dr, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 13th Aug 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Make and Take tree Cookie Craft, Benezette Visiting elkcountry is always an exciting adventure, and you may even want to grab a souvenirto capture all the memories you made. Sometimes it can be hard to figure outwhich one to get. Well, the Elk Country Visitor Center may have just the thingand it’s free! Join us in decorating a tree cookie of your very own in your ownunique way. It’s sure to be the perfect way to remember the time you spent herein elk country! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 14th Aug to Sat 20th Aug | 116th McKean County Fair, East Smethport More info: 814-887-5361 www.mckeancountyfair.net McKean County Fair Grounds, 7172 Rt. 46, East Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Sun 14th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Basics, Benezette New tolearning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elkhistory, elk ecology, and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We betyou’ll learn something new too! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Thu 25th Aug to Sun 28th Aug | Crook Farm Old Time Music Festival, Bradford For more information call (814) 362-3906 or Visit www.bradfordlandmark.org/ Crook Farm, 476 Seaward Ave, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 27th Aug 1:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA Mushroom Foraging, Benezette Members ofthe Central PA Mushroom Club will be onsite to provide information onmushrooming in our part of the state. We will forage on the grounds of the ElkCountry Visitor Center and then identify the mushrooms found. This will be agreat educational event! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 28th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Welcome to the Rut, Benezette The matingseason for the elk is upon us, join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center as we learnall about the unique behaviors that elk display during this time of the year! For more information call: 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 3rd Sep 11:00 am 9:30 pm | Flickerwood Fall Fest, Kane Make your best Mac & Cheese and enter it in the Mac & Cheese competition. Learn how to throw axes with their throwing instructor. Compete against friends! Enjoy Cj's BBQ, wine competition, Cornhole competition, and Live music by Marshmellow overcoat. For more information Call: 814-837-7566 Or Visit www.flickerwood.com/ Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sat 3rd Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Smart, Benezette Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 4th Sep 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Intro to Geocaching, Mt. Jewett Held on the General Kane Trail at Kinzua Bridge State Park. There are a limited number of units available; call the park office at (814) 778-5467 if you need a unit. Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 4th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Snakes of Pennsylvania, Benezette Join KECA’s own snake expert Russell Wheeler as he shares his vast knowledge of Pennsylvania’s snake species. He will have live snakes on hand including an eastern black rat snake and a timber rattlesnake. For more information call 814-878-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Mon 5th Sep 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Introduction to Archery, Mt. Jewett Targets and bows will be provided. For more information call (814) 778-5467 Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 10th Sep 11:00 am 9:00 pm | BCPAC’s Fall Music & Arts Festival, Bradford Enjoy a widevariety of live music throughout the day, shop from local artisans, food &more. Plus bid onyour favorite artwork from this year's Heart of the Arts. For more information visit Festival Way, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 10th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA Trapping Techniques, Benezette For more information please call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 11th Sep 9:00 am 4:00 pm | Autumn Car Days, Bradford Antique vehicles, classic vehicles, street rods, specialinterest cars & more all line Main Street for this day of family fun. For more information Main Street, Main St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sun 11th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Explanations, Benezette New to learning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology, and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll learn something new, too! Have burning questions about elk? Wondering how elk are managed? Perhaps you have a question about their favorite foods or habit? Maybe you’d like to know how long they live or when the calving season is. Join our staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center to find the answers to these questions and more! For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Tue 13th Sep 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Cruise-In Tuesday, Bradford Stop by Papa Scoops on September 13th for their Last Cruise-In Tuesday. Bring your Car, Jeep, Truck, or Motorcycle down while you enjoy live music, grab something to eat, and don't forget the scoops. For more information visit Papa Scoops, 58 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 17th Sep 10:00 am to Sun 18th Sep 6:00 pm | Kinzua Bridge State Park Fall Festival, Mt. Jewett Kinzua Bridge State Park Fall Festival. Rain or shine. Arts/crafts and food vendors live musical entertainment. Bring a chair, stay all day! For more information please call: (814) 778-5467 Or visit: www.kinzuabridgefoundation.com/ Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Road, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 17th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Basics, Benezette New to learning about Elk? Stop in for the basic breakdown as you learn about Elk history, Elk ecology, and Elk behavior. Are you a seasoned "Elkspert?" For more information please call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcente.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 17th Sep 2:00 pm 11:00 pm | Logtober Fest., Kane - Live Bands (All-day) Woodshed Prophets @co.townes + several more! Dozens of Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries (List to follow). Unlimited Sampling $5 per full pour, Ax Throwing, Corn Hole Tournament, Lawn Games, Stein Holding Contest, Yodeling Contest, Chainsaw Carving, Food Vendors, Camping Spots (On-site - Limited to 100 Camp Sites) For more information call: 814-598-0774 Or visit www.facebook.com/LogyardBrewing Logyard Brewing - Brewery, 20 Wetmore Ave, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sun 18th Sep 12:00 pm 1:30 pm | Elk Country Escape Room, Benezette Escape rooms are all the rage these days and the staff has designed their own! Think you have what it takes to escape. In this free escape room, the elk biologist Molly Wener has gone missing, and they need your help to search her office for clues to her whereabouts. The program will run every half an hour from 12-2 pm and is free. You can pre-register by emailing KECAConEdSp@Kecaus.com or by calling 814-787-5173 Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Thu 22nd Sep 5:30 pm 6:30 pm | Summer Yoga 10 dollars per class. Runs every Thursday through the end of September Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770, USA | |
Sat 24th Sep 12:00 pm 4:00 pm | Pumpkin Fest, Bradford The annual college and community collaboration features many pumpkin-themed events, games, fall treats, and vendors. Ride the hayride, challenge a friend on the bungee run, scale the climbing wall or bring your little ones to the Pitt-Bradford kid's zone. For more information call 814-362-5091 or visit www.upb.pitt.edu/afw Main Street, Main St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 24th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Basics, Benezette New to learning about Elk? Stop in for the basic breakdown as you learn about Elk history, Elk ecology, and Elk behavior. Are you a seasoned "Elkspert?" For more information please call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcente.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 24th Sep 4:00 pm 10:00 pm | Moon Dance, Westline, PA or visit: www.facebook.com/KinzuaValleyTrailClub Westline Historic Dance Hall, 1 Westline Road (3 miles off of Rt. 219) Westline, PA 16751 | |
Sat 24th Sep 5:30 pm 9:00 pm | Hike for Hannah, Smethport 2nd annual honor walks to promote suicide awareness and education in McKean county, PA. This event is open to anyone who has experienced a loss from suicide, is celebrating a survival story, or just wants to show support for suicide awareness. Guest speaker, Games, Food, giveaways, Luminari4es, Honor Walk, and lots more! For more information and to register go to @hikeforhannah2022 or call 814-778-5747 Hamlin Lake Park, Park Ln, Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Sun 25th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Welcome to the Rut, Benezette The matingseason for the elk is upon us, join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center as we learnall about the unique behaviors that elk display during this time of the year! For more information call: 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Thu 29th Sep 5:30 pm 6:30 pm | Summer Yoga 10 dollars per class. Runs every Thursday through the end of September Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770, USA | |
Fri 30th Sep 8:00 pm 9:00 pm | Kinzua Night Sky Interpretative Program Bradford, PA, September 22, 2022 — The US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is offering a free, interpretive constellation tour program in Allegheny National Forest on Friday, September 30, 2022, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm, at Kinzua Beach. All ages are invited to participate in this forest ranger-led program. “During our journey across the sky, we will identify stars, constellations, and night sky objects while exploring connections to our past and future,” said Forest Ranger Sarah Needs. We recommend participants bring a chair or blanket and take steps to protect themselves from biting insects. Participants should meet at Kinzua Beach, located off of State Route 59, no later than 7:50 pm. For questions about the Constellation Tour, call the Bradford Ranger District Office at 814- 363-6000. Kinzua Beach | |
Sat 1st Oct 9:00 am 11:00 am | Bird Lecture and Walk Local birding expert John Fedak will give a talk on local birds at 9 a.m. The talk will be followed by a two levels of guided bird walk – one level and paved along the Richard E. McDowell Community Trail the other a hike up Quintuple Mountain, both on campus. The event is free and open to the public. Those participating should dress for hiking, bring bug spray and water and beware of ticks. Mukaiyama University Room in the Frame-Westerberg Commons at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford |