Programs at Cook Forest State Park

Saturday, April 20 at 1000 am - ‘Litter Pick Up’ Please join Friends of Cook Forest as we pick up litter along our designated portion of Forest Road. We’ll meet at the Log Cabin Environmental Learning Classroom to give out supplies before moving to our assigned portions of the road. If attendance allows, we could also clean up other roadways in the park. (2 hrs)

Tuesday, April 23 at 600 pm – ‘Evening Walk with Friends’ Please join Friends of Cook Forest as we hike a loop starting at the entrance to Ridge Camp on Route 36. We’ll walk through portions of old growth forest and discuss characteristics and ways to recognize it. Length of the walk will depend on the weather and wishes of the attendees. People and pet-friendly leashed dogs are welcome. (2 hrs)

Friday, April 26 at 100 pm - ‘Fire Tower/Seneca Point Historical Tour’ Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower. (2 hrs)

Saturday May 4 at 1000 am – ‘Bridge Clean Up’ Please join Friends of Cook Forest as we walk various trails in the park to clean old leaves and pine needles from our trail bridges to extend their lives. We’ll concentrate on the Tom’s Run Valley but could hit other trails if we have sufficient attendees. Please meet at the Log Cabin Environmental Learning Classroom where we’ll assign trails and distribute supplies. We have gloves, but stiff brooms or light shovels would be greatly appreciated. (2hrs)