Park offers holiday fun with Stream Stomp, walking tour
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HUNTINGDON -- There are some showers and clouds in the Memorial Day forecast, but hopefully Mother Nature allows for some room for a few outdoor activities this weekend.
On Sunday, Greenwood Furnace State Park, located on Greenwood Road in Huntingdon, will host Stream Stomp at 10:30 a.m., where inquiring minds can investigate the stream that flows behind the cemetery. Park staff will help attendees search for aquatic bugs, crayfish, fish, salamanders and other critters.
"Spend the morning with us getting to know the critters that live in the stream," said Jen Moore, environmental education specialist at the Greenwood Furnace State Park Complex. "Have fun getting wet and searching for different types of animals."
A limited number of nets and other equipment will be provided. Be prepared to get your feet wet. Attendees should meet at the cemetery, near the campground.
On Monday, there are a pair of Memorial Day events as the park will host a Historical Walking Tour, where the park naturalist will guide a walk through the historic district at Greenwood Furnace at 10:30 a.m.
Attendees can learn about the village that dominated the area for 70 years. Anyone interested in attending should meet at the Blacksmith Shop.
At 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday, blacksmith demonstrations will be held at the park's Blacksmith Shop. Stop by to learn about the art and history of early American blacksmithing with park volunteer Don Maurer.
"Before you end the holiday weekend, stop by the Blacksmith Shop and join us to learn about the history of the park," Moore added. "We will visit the remaining buildings of the historical district and end with a look inside the church."
Additionally, a self-guided scavenger hunt will be held all weekend. Folks of all ages can get outside and enjoy the park, while learning about animals that lay eggs. Search for cards hidden around the day use area. The hunt begins in the breezeway of the park office. A total of 10 cards have been placed and no roadways should be crossed.
All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://events.dcnr.pa.gov.