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The region is full of
winter happenings.
Here are several February happenings in the Northwest PA Great Outdoors Region. If you need additional information, please contact the bureau at 1-800-348-9393. For a complete list of all events in the NW PA Great Outdoors region, visit www.pagreatoutdoors.com/events |
Snowman in the Forest Day
Cook Forest State Park Feb 17
Chili cook off, winter hike, reindeer-pulled wagon rides, ice skating, building snowmen. Cook forest is a winter wonderland this time of year so plan on staying the weekend to enjoy the scenery and relax in one of the rustic lodges or cabins. You cant beat a winter escape in the forest!
Ridgway Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous
Ridgway
Feb 17-24
Hundreds of Chainsaw Carvers from across the country and around the world compete and display their art in Ridgway. Includes ice carvings, chainsaw carving auction and more. Kicking off the event on the 17th, ESPN reality series “Going Fishing” will be on hand to whisk someone away from the festival and award them a first class fishing trip of a lifetime.
Cabin Fever Brew Fest
Gunners in St Marys
Feb 3
After the big party in Punxsutawney on Feb. 2, head to Gunners for the Brew Fest! Showcasing unique craft beer to the North Central Region of PA. Includes beer tasting glass, beer tasting, brew-fest buffet, live entertainment. Prior to event, running bus tours to Straub Brewery. Gunners also has great rates on their overnight accommodations. Check it out!
Groundhog Day Celebration
Punxsutawney
Jan 31-Feb 3
Join Phil for his big day on Feb 2. The celebration begins on Jan 31 and extends throughout the weekend. So much to see and do. Remember to dress warm, bring a camera and look forward to meeting people from all over the world! Click the link for a complete list of all the events.
Speaking of Groundhog Day…
No room at the inn! The “inns” of Punxsutawney that is! Rooms in the town are sold out but not to worry, Phil’s neighbors just down the road are offering some special deals for Groundhog Day weekend! Click the links for more information.
On the Road Again...
PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau may be in a city near you. We will be on the road attending golf shows and travel/outdoors shows with information on our beautiful Western Pennsylvania region. Stop by our “Golf Pennsylvania Wilds” booth for golfing in our area or the “Pennsylvania Wilds” booth at the outdoor/travel shows for general information
Golf:
Rochester NY Jan 27 & 28
Hamilton, Ontario Feb 2-4
Cleveland Feb 16-18
Buffalo Feb 24 & 25
Pittsburgh Mar 2-4
Toronto Mar 9-11
Outdoor and Travel Shows:
Harrisburg Travel/Outdoor Show Feb 3-11
Cleveland Travel/Outdoor Show Mar 14-18
President’s Weekend Winterfest
Tionesta
February 17 & 18
Frosty welcomes one and all! Come and have some fun before he melts away. Spend the weekend nestled in the Allegheny National Forest during this fun, hometown festival.
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Winter golf
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Pie and ice cream social
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Chili contest
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Bonfire and wiener roast
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Horse-drawn hayrides
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50/50 raffle.
