October 3, 2014

Fall is here!

The leaves have started to turn! (see the photo on the right from Mountain Man Photography) Do you have a trip planned to view the beautiful colors? If not, you really should hurry... the leaves seem to be changing quickly!

Don't miss out on all that's happening in the forest. Keep an eye on our Events Calendar to find out even more! Learn More 

Here's a quick list of Programs coming up this month and next!

Programs at Cook Forest State Park

 

 

Thursday, October 30 at 730pm - 'Cooners & Coyotes'     Ever listen to the caterwaulin' whines and growls of raccoons, or witness their territorial antics?  Ever hear coyotes callin' in Pennsylvania's Wilds?  Please meet us at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom for a driving spotlight tour to wildlife hotspots in the park.  Remember to keep your windows rolled up and fingers inside your car.  One never knows what'll show up at night... (3 hrs).

Friday, October 31 at 800pm - 'Cathedral by Candlelight'     Want to experience something different this year for Halloween instead of the standard "trick-or-treaters"?  Come walk back in time with us into the depths of the Forest Cathedral with an historical character from the past.  Come view the ancient forest as we walk beneath the giants by candlelight.  Either a French     Marine from the 1750's who saw these massive trees 250 years ago, or a lumberman from the 1800's will be there to guide us.  Candy and hot chocolate will be served at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom.  Bring your flashlights!  (2 hrs)

Saturday, November 1 at 1130am - 'Fall Foliage Fire Tower/Seneca Point Historical Tour'    Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for a 45 minute historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point.  Learn about local logging history, observe  Indian sign, and take a  breathtaking view of the fall foliage from the box at the very top of the Fire Tower which will be open until 230pm.  This is the last time the fire tower will be open to the public until next season.  (3 hrs)

 

 


Find us online!
 
Remember to visit our website: http://www.cookforest.org when searching for events or things to do and places to stay in the forest!
 
If you still haven't "Liked" our page on Facebook be sure to check it out, so that you can enter our next contest and stay up to date on all that's happening "in the forest!"
 
Cook Forest Gingerbread Tour

The 2014 Gingerbread Tour takes place over a three day period beginning Friday, October 31st and ending on Sunday, November 2nd. The Tour generally 

 

proceeds along the twenty mile corridor from Brookville, PA to Cook Forest State Park. Please view the Gingerbread Tour map for more details.

 

Creativity and diversity abound along the twenty mile corridor from Brookville to Cook Forest in the shops and businesses participating in the Gingerbread Tour, 2014 

 

from October 31 - November 2 this fall. This annual before Christmas shopping extravaganza is sure to please shoppers as there are unique vendors to suit every 

 

taste and hobby as well as some to provide an avenue to discover new, interesting collectibles or purchases for those on your list or just to please yourself.

 

Flyers are available in all participating stores as well as high traffic businesses, local Chambers of Commerce and the Internet. They list hours and special events for 

 

the weekend in each store. Several new vendors have been added this year to broaden the interest and expand the variety of the consumer.

 

Member Specials and News!
 
Trail's End:
Greetings! 

Fall is here.  Cook Forest is an especially beautiful this time of year. The air is crisp, the leaves are colorful and the sun has been shining !!  Plan a trip, kick some leaves, enjoy the 

day. Trails End will remain open at 11 am daily for  lunch and dinner through Monday, October 13th, Columbus Day.  After that date we will be open Friday, Saturday and Sundays.


 

Jeep Scavenger Hunt

 
This Sunday, October 5th is our Annual Jeep scavenger hunt.  Pre-registration was required for the the event, as shirts have been 

ordered for all participants.  Looking forward to a great day of fun.  Participants are to be at Trails End at 9 am Sunday morning.


 


 

Red Hat Karaoke Halloween Lunch

Tuesday, October 21st is our Annual Red Hat

Karaoke Halloween Luncheon.  There will be prizes for costumes !  Pre-registration is required, so if you are a "red-hat" lady, and want to be part of the fun.  Call for details...  814-

927-8400


 


 


 

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Halloween Party 

Trails End Halloween Party is scheduled for Friday, October 31st beginning at 9 pm.  The theme this year is Medievel Times !!  So get 

your costumes ready and join the fun.  Call for reservations..  814 927-8400.


 


 

Congratulations Dee and Garry !


Trails End had the honor of hosting the Celebration of 50 years of marriage between Dee and Garry Sheetz with a renewal ceremony.  

Here is wishing you many many more !!.


 




We do not like to rush the season....but it is time to start thinking about Christmas parties.  Keep Trails End in mind to cater your event or to host it here at our restaurant. Let us 

take the stress out of your holiday plans.  Give us a call and see what we can do for you !


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Deer Creek Winery:

 Join us for Brunch every Sunday beginning at 10am! We offer breakfast flatbreads, our Coffee Grove Full Cappuccino Bar, Mimosas, and lots of other scrumptious fare! When you're looking for a relaxing Sunday meal, look no further than Deer Creek Winery! 

 

Live Music every Saturday! *Sunday Afternoons are now Open Mic!* If you are interested in playing for us, please email our Winery Manager, Noelle Fyock, at deercreekmainwinery@gmail.com 

 

Visit our website for more details and upcoming events! www.DeerCreekWine.com

 

 

Oct 4th (2 Band Sat.)

1-4 Keep Off The Grass

5-8 Ricci Hart

 

Oct 10th @ 6:30 (Fall Mystery Dinner) RSVP, $50 per person

 

Oct 11 (Live Music) 1-4 & 5-8 

John & Kat

 

Oct 18th (2 Band Sat) 

1-4 Sawyer Stepp Trio

5-8 Bryan Schwab Jr. 

 

Oct 20 @ 6:30-8:  Guys Night (Wings & Wine Tour) Call to RSVP, $25 per person

 

Oct 25th (2 Band Sat)

1-4 Shirley Dragovich

5-8 Mike Ames

 

 

 

Fall Happenings
at  G A T E W A Y   L O D G E
 


Special Package Midweek Escape

 

Fall is here at Gateway Lodge! Visit during a colorful and most popular time of year, and save big with our Midweek Escape Package.
 
Package includes...
Two nights in a luxury suite with dinner one evening and breakfast both mornings. Available Monday through Thursday. Excludes taxes and gratuities.
 
$399 for two nights

 



Cook Forest Photo Walk Oct. 12th

 

Come to Cook Forest and capture it's natural beauty with local nature photographer, Kevin Kaltenbaugh. Workshop includes nature walk with guided instruction by Kevin, and a delicious breakfast at Gateway Lodge for $25 per person. 
 
Guests to bring own camera and appropriate gear. Workshop is geared towards beginner to intermediate skilled photographers. Offered to the public and to lodging guests. Please call to register. Part of Gateway's "Eco-Experiences," a series of ecologically conscious tours that educate and entertain.  

 

Gateway Lodge will be also featuring Kevin's fine photography on its gallery wall throughout the fall and holiday season! 



Wine & Dine Weekend Oct. 25th

 

Taste the flavors of autumn's harvest at October Wine and Dine. Five courses of fine cuisine, each course paired with a fine wine from Gateway's award-winning list. Live musical performance to accompany dinner. 

 

Seatings at 5:30 or 8pm. 


$99 per couple for tasting.

$25 per person for wine pairings. 




Thanksgiving Retreat | Nov. 26th-28th 
Don't worry about catching your gobbler this year, we'll have the best of the bunch right here! Be thankful for a little rest and relaxation this Thanksgiving. Spend two nights in a luxurious fireside Jacuzzi suite and dig into our Thanksgiving meal. Relax in our Great Room next to a roaring fire, indulge in a leisurely soak in your Jacuzzi or take a rigorous hike through Cook Forest-use this getaway to relax however suits you best!
 
Package includes...
Two days in a Luxury Suite, breakfast each morning and Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving Day 

 
Only $399  Stay an extra night for only $100 more!

  

THANKSGIVING BUFFET, 12-6pm

 Turkey with Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce, 

Roasted Vegetable Lasagna, 
Chili Whipped Sweet Potatoes, 
Roasted Winter Vegetables, 
Green Beans 
Cranberry Walnut Tossed Salad, 
Pecan Pumpkin Pie with Homemade 
Cinnamon Whipped Cream 
Sweet Honey Cornbread


$25 per person for dinner without package, 

or included for 2 in package price!

 

 

 

 


We hope to see you soon!

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