HUNTINGDON — Want to hear scary stories from a cemetery? How about making pumpkin puke or participating in Halloween science? Pumpkin bowling, anyone?
Sounds like the perfect fit for the Halloween in the Park event, which will be held at Greenwood Furnace State Park, 15795 Greenwood Road, Huntingdon, on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 9 p.m.
“A decorated trail will lead participants to the cemetery and begin their journey.” Jen Moore, Greenwood Furnace State Park environmental education specialist, warns. “Once attendees have heard enough spooky stories, they will head to the Halloween-themed activities and games area.”
For a spooky time nonetheless.
“Why not spit out a pumpkin or put a face on a ghost?” Moore added. “Trick-or-treating and site decoration contests begin at the campground.”
This program is free and all ages are encouraged to bring a flashlight and participate.
“Thank you to Bilger’s for donating the pumpkins and Stone Valley Charter School for decorating the trail.” Moore said. “Students will be carving and decorating pumpkins for the trail.”
Register at Pavilion No. 6 and follow the decorated path towards the campsite.
K-8 Educator Workshop
A workshop for K-8 educators using Project Learning Trees will be held on Saturday, November 11th at Greenwood Furnace State Park.
Project Learning Tree is a forest-themed environmental education curriculum created for formal and informal educators and designed for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Activities align with state and national standards and include subjects such as math, science, history, art, and social studies.
“This workshop is aimed at anyone who teaches kindergarten through eighth grade, including homeschool parents and scout leaders. Participants will enjoy hands-on activities from the Project Learning Tree curriculum and an afternoon Enjoy your hike. All participants will receive a PLT activity guide, Trees of Pennsylvania ID guide, tree-themed Fundanas, a journal, and other resources. Take this opportunity to get outside, learn about, and experience nature. Why not try it?
Participants will receive a kindergarten through middle school activity guide, supplemental materials, and 6 hours of ACT 48. Tree identification activities and hiking are also planned for the afternoon.
The cost is $20. Registration and payment deadline is Friday, November 3rd. To register, call (814) 667-1800.
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