Friends of Cook Forest & Cook Forest Conservancy Programming Saturday, July 23 at 1000am – ‘Friends of Cook Forest Series: Basics of Orienteering’ Ever get lost in Cook Forest? Can you find north? What if it is dark? What if you don’t have a map? Learn the basics of orienteering and be able to find your way. Participants will be sent on a short scavenger hunt at the end of the class to test their new skills. Compasses will be provided, but if you have a good one, bring it along. Program starts at the Nuthole Pavilion, located at the entrance to Ridge Camp. (2 hrs)
Friday, August 12 at 900pm – ‘Friends of Cook Forest Series: Meteor Shower & Stargazing’ Please meet at the Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater to learn about the constellations and watch the Perseid Meteors put on their annual show. Attendees should bring a chair & flashlight and are urged to download one of the following free apps, SKYVIEW or NIGHT SKY, on their cell phones. Rain or heavy cloud cover date is Saturday, August 13 at 900pm. (1.5hrs) |
Please be advised that due equipment availability delays, Brookfield Renewable, owner and operator of the Piney Hydroelectric Plant and Dam on the Clarion River, will not be conducting a lake drawdown until on or after November 1, 2022 to perform work on our spillway gates located on the dam. All dock holders on the Clarion River are in the process of being notified. We will keep you informed of any future updates as we move through the project. |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course Butler Health System Clarion Hospital is offering an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course beginning August 30, 2022 for individuals interested in a career in emergency medical services. The EMT course being offered will include the knowledge and skills required for providing basic pre-hospital emergency care. Classes will be held at Ralston Hall at Penn West (formerly Clarion University) Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm-10pm and include one Saturday class from 8am-5pm. The cost is $740 and deadline to sign up is August 16th
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BHS Offering Young Pediatric Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines in Butler & Clarion
Butler Health System is hosting clinics for the Moderna young pediatric COVID-19 vaccine in Butler and Clarion. The Moderna vaccine is a two part series, four weeks apart and approved for children 6 months to under 6 years of age. BHS encourages parents/guardians to discuss questions about these vaccines with their children’s doctors. The first-dose clinics will be held on the following dates/times with second- dose appointments scheduled four weeks after each session:
Butler Memorial Hospital – 1 Hospital Way, Butler
Saturday, July 30th between 9am - 1pm (second-dose August 27th) *Please enter through the Tower entrance of Butler Memorial Hospital.
BHS Health & Wellness Center– 330 North Point Drive (Trinity Point), Clarion
Saturday, August 20th between 8am – 10am (second dose September 17th)
*Please note the new location. Young pediatric vaccines are not offered at Clarion Hospital.
Children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. Parents/guardians will be asked to provide their photo id and the child’s insurance card at the time of the appointment. For additional information or to schedule an appointment at either location visit www.bhscovid19vaccine.org. If you need assistance scheduling in Butler County call the Butler County Center for Community Resources at 888-550-7468 or in Clarion County call 814-223-4157. Walk-ins will be accepted but on-line scheduling is highly encouraged. |
Butler Health System Job Fair
Butler Health System (BHS) will host job fairs at both hospital locations on Wednesday, June 29th from 10am – 4pm.
Butler Memorial Hospital’s will be held in the Findley Auditorium/Tower Entry Hallway at One Hospital Way, Butler and BHS Clarion Hospital’s will be held in the Boardroom at One Hospital Drive, Clarion. BHS offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, free parking, employee fitness centers, health, vision, and dental insurance.
To view a complete listing of hospital and physician office openings visit
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The Clarion County Imagination Library Committee in partnership with Mechanistic Brewing will host Brews, Books, and Bids on Saturday, August 20 from 5-8 pm at the brewery. The highlight of the event is the silent auction featuring small furniture pieces painted by local artists in the theme of their favorite children’s book. Bidding begins at 5 pm and closes promptly at 8 pm. Drink Specials, music by DJ Espo & C-93, Book Basket Raffles, 50/50, and children’s activities round out the evening. Food will be available for purchase from Wild Rose Bread Co and treats from Ice-O.
Proceeds from last year’s Brews, Books, and Bids raised enough money to provide 750 books to local children.
If you are an artist interested in donating your talent and creating a piece for the auction,
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a program that sends books to children from birth to age five in participating communities within the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland. Inspired by her father’s inability to read and write, Dolly started her Imagination Library for the children of her home county, Seiver Tennessee. Her vision was to foster a love of reading among her county’s preschool children and their families by providing them with the gift of a specially selected book each month. Today, her program spans five countries and gifts over 1 million free books each month to children around the world.
Since 2017, children in Clarion County have been the recipients of those books. Thanks to United Way of Clarion County and its many supporters, Over 550 children, ages birth to 5 years have received books in their mailbox each month through the Clarion County Imagination Library program – almost 15,000 books have been distributed.
Books are 100% free to enrolled children because United Way of Clarion County has secured funds from generous donors and through fundraising events to cover the cost of the books and the shipping fees.
Registration forms can be picked up at any of the local public libraries: Redbank Valley Public Library, Knox Public Library, Foxburg Free Library, Eccles-Lesher Memorial Library, and Clarion Free Library.
If you would like to get involved with the United Way’s Imagination Library Committee, Donations can be mailed to United Way of Clarion County PO Box 207, Clarion, PA |
Programs at Cook Forest State Park Friday, July 22 at 800am - ‘Clarion River Boating Program: Arroyo Bridge-Irwin Run’ Join us for an interpretive guided float down the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River from Arroyo Bridge to Irwin Run. This section of river is rich in local history, and also contains the most challenging set of rapids on the river, “THE X,Y,Z”. We will be passing remnants of the Arroyo Tannery and have lunch along the abandoned Clarion River Railway near the Lilly Pond. This is a true wilderness experience. Fishing is excellent here so don’t forget your poles! Only experienced boaters permitted. Please meet at the Park Office where we will drive to the starting point. Lunch and boats provided to those who register by 7/19 by contacting the Park Office at (814)744-8407 or cookforestsp@pa.gov. Registration limited to 10 boats. Cost is $50/boat payable by cash, check, or money order made out to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Lunch, boats, and all boating equipment provided. Prior Cook Forest kayak training participants receive a 50% discount. Register early, available spots go fast. See you on the river! (8 hrs)
Saturday, July 23 at 1000am - ‘Friends of Cook Forest Series: Basics of Orienteering’ Ever get lost in Cook Forest? Can you find north? What if it’s dark or you don't have a map? Please meet at the Nuthole Pavilion, located at the entrance to Ridge Camp, to learn the basics of orienteering with instructor Roger Mazzarella. Participants will be sent on a short scavenger hunt at the end of the class to test their new skills. We have some compasses available, but encourage you to bring your own. 12 years or older. (2 hrs)
Monday, July 25 at 530pm - ‘Family Fishing Program’ The PA Fish & Boat Commission will be offering their Family Fishing Program for families with little or no fishing experience. Participants learn basic fishing skills and to practice those skills while fishing during the program. The program is open to all ages, including children ages 5 and older. Those under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The program is free and all equipment is provided. No fishing license required! Meet at the Children’s Fishing Pond behind the Park Office. Families must pre-register at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/183788 (3 hrs)
Thursday, July 28 at 800pm - ‘Facts & Fun About Bats’ Join park intern, Laryssa Bauer, at the Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater to learn about Pennsylvania bats. We will be playing up-and-moving games for the young and young at heart! Please bring a chair or blanket to sit. Rain location will be at the Nuthole Pavilion. (1 hr)
Saturday, July 30 at 1000am - ‘Walk with Friends: Old Logging Road -Rhododendron Trail’ Join Friends of Cook Forest for a guided hike in the Forest Cathedral. We'll meet at the Log Cabin Environmental Classroom and car pool to the starting point to walk a 2 mile loop of the Old Logging Road and the Rhododendron Trail. We'll see some spectacular old growth trees, hopefully hear thrushes and warblers, talk about some local history ,and discuss invasive plants to be seen along the way. (2 hrs)
Friday, August 5 at 800am - ‘Clarion River Boating Program: Spring Creek-Heath Pump Station’ Join us for an interpretive guided float down the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River from Spring Creek to Heath Pump Station. We’ll learn about the lumber & wood chemical industry at Halton, float past remnants of one of the largest lumber mills on the Clarion at Pine Rapid, and take a 1 mile hike up one of the drainages along the way to view unique rock formations. Fishing is excellent here, so don’t forget your poles! Only experienced boaters permitted. Please meet at the Park Office where we will drive to the starting point. Lunch and boats provided to those who register by 8/2 by contacting the Park Office at (814)744-8407 or cookforestsp@pa.gov. Registration limited to 10 boats. Cost is $50/boat payable by cash, check, or money order made out to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Lunch, boats, and all boating equipment provided. Prior Cook Forest kayak training participants receive a 50% discount. Register early, available spots go fast. See you on the river! (8 hrs)
Saturday, August 6 at 1200pm - ‘Snorkeling on the Clarion’ Please bring your mask & snorkels to the Park Office to search the river for aquatic insects and fish. This is a great opportunity to see fish and macros up close and undisturbed in their natural habitat. It’s a totally different world down there. (2 hrs)
Friday, August 12 at 1000am - ‘Kayaking 201’ Please meet at the Park Office for an advanced skill level kayaking class. Remember to bring your swimsuits, sturdy river sneakers, change of clothes, lunch, snack & water. Boats and all necessary kayaking gear provided. We WILL get wet! Designed to integrate skills learned in ACA’s Introduction to Kayaking, we will be learning T-Rescues, Self Recovery, and Buddy Assists. Participants must pre-register by 8/9 by contacting Dale Luthringer at (814)744-8475. We’re only accepting 8 participants for this course. Sorry, no children under 12 years old. Minors must be with a participating adult. Space is limited, so please reserve early. This course can be used as a pre-requisite to Kayaking 301 and to justify skill level requisites for future wilderness boating programs. Participants who successfully complete our Intro to Kayaking, 201, or 301 classes qualify for a 50% discount on future boating programs. (4 hrs) Friday, August 12 at 900pm – ‘Friends of Cook Forest: Meteor Shower & Stargazing’ Please meet at the Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater to learn about the constellations and watch the Perseid Meteors put on their annual show. Attendees should bring a chair & flashlight and are urged to download one of the following free apps, SKYVIEW or NIGHT SKY, on their cell phones. Rain or heavy cloud cover date is Saturday, August 13 at 900pm. (1.5hrs)
Saturday, August 13 at 230pm - ‘River Critters’ Please bring your river sneakers, swimsuits, and snorkels to the Park Office as we drive to various sections of the Clarion River to search for and identify hard to find underwater creatures. Various species of fish, mussels, snakes and salamanders often make an appearance. Children must be with a participating adult. Low clearance vehicles are not suggested due to access to some of these areas. (2 hrs)
Saturday, August 13 at 800pm - ‘Paddling & Camping the West Branch’ Please bring your chairs and blankets to the Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater, as Dr. Hank Webster talks about his 228-mile kayak trek of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. Camping while kayaking long distances will be presented. (0.5 hrs)
Friday, August 19 at 700pm - ‘Leap Into Herpetology: Intro to Reptiles & Amphibians of Pennsylvania’ Join local naturalist April Claus at Nuthole Pavilion, located at the entrance to Ridge Camp, as she introduces you to things that creep, swim, and slither in the diverse habitats at our beloved Cook Forest State Park! April will show you the differences between native “herp” species using live species, touchable models, turtle shells and other educational materials. Learn how to identify frogs and toads by their call! This will help you to sharpen your identification skills and learn more about the microhabitat needed to support these secretive creatures. You will be amazed at the important role these animals play in our park's ecosystem! Appropriate for children ages 7 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (1 hr)
Saturday, August 20 at 1000am - ‘Kayaking 301’ Please meet at the Park Office for an advanced skill level kayaking class. Remember to bring your earplugs, swimsuits, sturdy river sneakers, change of clothes, and lunch. Boats and all necessary kayaking gear provided. We WILL get wet! Designed to integrate skills learned in Kayaking 201, we will continue practicing our T-rescues, self recovery, and buddy assists, as well incorporating various throw bag rescues, and dumping with skirts. Kayaking 201 or appropriate equivalent is a pre-requisite for this class. Participants must pre-register prior to the course by contacting Dale Luthringer at (814)744-8475. We’re only accepting 10 participants for this course. Space is limited so please reserve early. Sorry, no children under 16 years old. Minors must be with a participating adult. Participants who successfully complete our Intro to Kayaking, 201, or 301 classes qualify for a 50% discount on future boating programs. (4 hrs)
Friday, August 26 at 800am - ‘Allegheny River Boating Program: West Hickory-Tionesta’ Join us for a 6.6 mile interpretive canoeing program on the Allegheny River. We will be putting in at the West Hickory bridge boat launch at the intersections of RT62 & RT127, and plan on making stops at King and Baker Islands highlighting magnificent bottomland forests and wildlife found in the Allegheny River Islands Wilderness Area. King Island represents the finest stand of large stature sycamore and silver maple on the upper stretches of the Allegheny, with Baker Island boasting the tallest known sycamore in Northwestern Pennsylvania, even after surviving the 1985 derecho that tore into the surrounding countryside. Fishing is excellent here, so don’t forget your fishing poles! We will meet promptly at the Park Office and car-pool to the starting point at West Hickory. Remember to bring protective footwear, rain gear, and change of clothes. Registration is limited to 10 boats. Cost is $50/boat with check or money order made out to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Lunch will be provided to those who register by 8/22 by calling the Park Office at (814)744-8407. Prior Cook Forest kayak training participants receive a 50% discount. Space is limited, so please reserve early, pre-registration required. (9 hrs)
Saturday, August 27 at 1000am - ‘Friends of Cook Forest Series: Little Heffern AMD Reclamation’ Join Friends of Cook Forest and the Clarion Conservation District to learn the basics of acid mine drainage (AMD) treatment. We’ll start with a presentation at the park office, then carpool to the AMD treatment site on Tom’s Run Road where you’ll be able to see these principles in action. We’ll be doing a stream crossing, so bring a hiking stick and proper footgear! (2 hours)
Friday, September 2 at 700pm - ‘Night Hike: River Cabins & Cook Trail’ Please meet at the River Cabin Playground on River Road for an evening hike around the River Cabins and Cook Old Growth Area. We’ll be looking and listening for critters of the night. This’ll be a great time to see what’s crawling around and in our CCC dynamite shack. Be sure to bring your UV flashlights! (2 hrs)
Saturday, September 3 at 200pm - ‘A Walk Through the Forest Cathedral’ Please meet at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom for an interpretive hike into the Forest Cathedral, a registered National Natural Landmark. Learn how to identify old growth forest characteristics, and observe different types of environmental disturbance that are an integral part of old growth forest ecosystems. (2 hrs)
Saturday, September 3 at 800pm - ‘Animal Calls’ Please bring your chairs, blankets, and your best animal call imitation to the Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater for an evening of animal calls. Join the park naturalist as he demonstrates how and why animals of PA talk to each other. (1 hr) Sunday, September 4 at 1130am - ‘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. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower. (3 hrs) Saturday, September 17 at 900am - ‘Measuring Pennsylvania’s Champion Hemlocks’ Are you curious as to how champion trees are measured? What lengths will some of us go to, to find new big tree discoveries? Does Cook Forest have any champion trees? Join the Friends of Cook Forest at the Park Office to find out how it’s done. (3 hrs) |
Celebrity Care Fest 2022 HM3 Partners Independence Fund Inc. is teaming up with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2022 Celebrity Care Fest Weekend on Friday, July 22nd and Saturday, July 23rd. The theme of this weekend event is “Unity and Equality - People and Food and Healthcare Insecurity”. The three Pittsburgh Pro Teams and HM3 are supporting Unity and Equality Together as One. On Friday night there will be a celebrity dinner honoring Actress Jayne Seymour and her Open Hearts Foundation and Civil Rights icon Xernona Clayton. Weekend net proceeds in part will benefit Butler Health System. Along with a tremendous number of sports, tv and radio celebrity attendees, entertainment consists of a once in a life historical lineup of musical talent. Kicking the 2022 Celebrity Care Fest will be Queen V and her friends, Hall of Fame Royalty that includes Lou Gramm, Founding Member of Foreigner, the Temptations, and the world renowned Jacksons (Marlon, Tito, Jackie and Jermaine). Both event nights are being held at 405 Avonlea Court, Gibsonia, PA. For more information on Celebrity Care Fest Weekend and to purchase tickets, |
Welcome New Members:
County Seat Restaurant 531 Main St Clarion, PA 16214 Phone: 814-319-7536
KRD Counseling and Wellness Center, LLC 162 South 2nd Ave, Suite D Clarion, PA 16214 Phone: 814-900-4510
The Progress Fund 212 Main St Ridgway, PA 15853 Phone: 814-502-4316 |
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