Cook Forest Area Calendar of Events

May
11 Fri	Mom's & Mom's-to-be Spa Getaway Gateway Lodge
	Mom's & Mom's-to-be Spa Getaway May 11-13, 2012 Mom knows what's best...a weekend away at Gateway Lodge with a pampering experience at The Aveda-inspired Woods Spa. Package includes two nights in a Fireside Jacuzzi Suite, wine reception Friday night, breakfast Saturday, choice of Aveda Express Facial or Scalp Massage for her, afternoon tea on Saturday, and a very special Mother's Day Sunday Breakfast Buffet for $399 per couple.
	Phone: 800-843-6862
11 Fri	Ladies Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Ladies, come out and have a great time. Dance away the night while enjoying some drinks. Play some games and win some prizes.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
12 Sat	Iron Mountain Grille Live Entertainment
	Come dance to the tunes of The Gum Band.
	Phone: 814-752-2486
12 Sat	Mother's Day Breakfast
	Phone: 814-752-2205
12 Sat	Cook Forest Equestrian Tour Cook Forest State Park
	Please meet at the Silver Stallion Stables for a unique three-hour equestrian interpretive tour via horseback. You will travel through the pine orchards of Forest Drive and deep within the Forest Cathedral. Whitetail deer and goshawks have been known to make an appearance. Cost is $100 per person which includes basic riding instruction, a wide array of discussion on environmental topics and a scenic lunch prepared by a local Chef. (Vegetarian options available). Participants must be at least 12 yrs of age and weigh no more than 250 lbs. Pre-registration by May 10th is required, and is limited to 8 People. A Visa or MasterCard will hold the reservation. A 25% cancellation fee for any cancellations 48hrs prior to May 12th. For directions, information, or to register, contact Silver Stallion Stables at (814) 927-6636.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
13 Sun	Mothers Day Celebration Trails End Restaurant
	Bring MOM to Trails End to celebrate her being the "Queen" in your life. We will be having dinner and drink specials and offering all Moms a free dessert !! Call for reservations.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
13 Sun	Mother's Day Buffet at Gateway Lodge Gateway Lodge Restaurant
	Mom knows best! Treat her to a Mother's Day Buffet at Gateway Lodge. Call for details and Reservations at 814-744-8017.
	Phone: 800-843-6862
13 Sun	Mother's Day Buffet Sportsman's Paradise
	Bring Mom out for a great buffet to celebrate her special day.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
13 Sun	Mother's Day Buffet at Cook Forest Country Inn Cook Forest Country Inn
	Because she is a special person in your life show her a special place to go for a meal, every Mom recieves free dessert! Call for details. Reservations are appreciated.
	Phone: 814-927-8925
17 Thu	Trails End Reopens 7 Nights a Week !! Trails End Restaurant
	The time has come and Trails End will reopen for the 2012 Summer Season. We will open at 4 pm this date and be open 7 days a week.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
19 Sat	AA Weekend at White's Haven Campground White's Haven Campground
	Meetings in pavillion at 8pm, camp sites and tent sites available.
	Phone: 814-752-2205
19 Sat	Trails End 15 Year Celebration !! Trails End Restaurant
	Celebrate with Susie and Missie as they celebrate starting their 15th year as the owners of Trails End !! Join the party. Karaoke 9 pm.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
20 Sun	Jeep Scavenger Hunt Trails End Restaurant
	Just Jeepin Jeep club and Trails End Restaurant will be hosting a Jeep Scavenger Hunt. This is open to the first 30 Jeeps that register. for more information and to register write to admin@justjeepin.org or call Cindy at 412-480-4809.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
25 Fri	Trails End Reopens for Lunch and Dinner Trails End Restaurant
	Trails End reopens daily for lunch and dinner for the summer season. Come check out our new menus !!
	Phone: 814-927-8400
25 Fri	Cook Forest Living History Weekend Cook Forest State Park
	Please join us for a fun filled weekend of living history as we journey through various historical eras: Renaissance, French & Indian, Colonial, Lumber, Industrial Revolution, Political Reform. Join renowned living historian and master story-teller, Paul Stillman from Historically Speaking!, as he takes us through these noteworthy periods in history through first person character portrayals, and hands-on demonstrations. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
25 Fri	Memorial Day Weekend Package at Gateway Lodge Gateway Lodge
	MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND | May 25-28, 2012 Pack up shorts and flip flops and head to the Cook Forest. Kick off summer with a quick getaway to the Gateway Lodge. Rest and relax in your Jacuzzi suite, soak up sunshine while exploring the Forest, and delight in our restaurants offering for three days! Memorial Day Weekend includes three nights in a Fireside Jacuzzi Suite, breakfast each morning and a BBQ on Sunday for $499 per couple.
	Phone: 800-843-6862
25 Fri	Johnny Bravo - Live Music Sportsman's Paradise
	Kick off the Memorial Day Weekend Celebration with great rock n roll performed by Johnny Bravo.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
26 Sat	Classic Rock and Blues Night Live Music At The Woods Campground At The Woods Cabin and Campground
	Rock and Blues with Dave Morgan in the Campground area. Stop by and enjoy some great entertainment. Open to the public and also a few sites still available. $ 5.00 for the Music event entry. 330-323-2984
	Phone: 330-323-2984
26 Sat	Memorial Day Weekend at White's Haven White's Haven Campground
	Sat. DJ 7:00pm to 11:00pm, Sun. Breakfast @ 9;00 Sunday Flea Market
	Phone: 814-752-2205
26 Sat	Cook Forest Living History Weekend Cook Forest State Park
	Please join us for a fun filled weekend of living history as we journey through various historical eras: Renaissance, French & Indian, Colonial, Lumber, Industrial Revolution, Political Reform. Join renowned living historian and master story-teller, Paul Stillman from Historically Speaking!, as he takes us through these noteworthy periods in history through first person character portrayals, and hands-on demonstrations. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
27 Sun	Cook Forest Living History Weekend Cook Forest State Park
	Please join us for a fun filled weekend of living history as we journey through various historical eras: Renaissance, French & Indian, Colonial, Lumber, Industrial Revolution, Political Reform. Join renowned living historian and master story-teller, Paul Stillman from Historically Speaking!, as he takes us through these noteworthy periods in history through first person character portrayals, and hands-on demonstrations. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
27 Sun	Memorial Day Weekend BBQ Gateway Lodge Restaurant
	Smoked BBQ Chicken or Ribs with Salad, Dessert and Bevs! Pack up shorts and flip flops and head to Cook Forest. Kick off summer with a classic BBQ at Gateway Lodge on Memorial Day Weekend. Seatings at 12, 2, 4, and 6pm on Sunday, May 27th. Only $14.95 for adults and $10.95 for kids under 10! Mmmmm.... lip smack'n good! Space is limited. Please reserve by calling 800.843.6862
	Phone: 800-843-6862
30 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
June
02 Sat	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
03 Sun	Childrens Fishing Rodeo Tom's Run - Children's Fishing Pond
	Children 12 years and under are permitted to fish freshly stocked Tom's Run from the Swinging Bridge to the Childrens Fishing Pond. Registration and prize give-away will be held at the Children's Fishing Pond behind the Park Office. This event is sponsored by the Marienville Rod & Gun Club, PA Fish & Boat Commission, Cook Forest Vacation Bureau, and Cook Forest State Park. All prizes donated by area merchants.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
03 Sun	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
04 Mon	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
05 Tue	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
06 Wed	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
06 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
07 Thu	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
08 Fri	Herp Week Cook Forest State Park
	Join Terry Laux, naturalist and amateur herpetologist, for a week of fun filled activities looking for Cook Forest’s reptiles, salamanders, and frogs. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity to see and handle some of our slimy friends up close. Contact Park Office for detailed program schedule.
	Phone: 814-744-8475
09 Sat	Leverage - Live Music Sportsman's Paradise
	Dance to rock n roll with Leverage.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
09 Sat	10th Annual Cook Forest French & Indian War Encampment Sawmill Center
	Cook Forest State Park and the Sawmill Center for the Arts will host a series of living history events depicting life during the French & Indian War. Highlights of this full two-day encampment include children's programs, woodland natives, cannon and musket firing demonstrations, sutler camp, council and trading events, live tactical engagements, nationally renowned living historians, and French & Indian War era painters. Take a walk back in time at the Sawmill Center for the Arts to view British, Colonial, French, and American Indian re-enactors as they portray lifestyles of the 18th century.
	Phone: 814-744-8407
09 Sat	Trixx Band @ Iron Mtn Grille Iron Mountain Grille
	Dance to the music of the Trixx Band
	Phone: 814-752-2486
10 Sun	10th Annual Cook Forest French & Indian Warn Encampment Sawmill Center
	Cook Forest State Park and the Sawmill Center for the Arts will host a series of living history events depicting life during the French & Indian War. Highlights of this full two-day encampment include children's programs, woodland natives, cannon and musket firing demonstrations, sutler camp, council and trading events, live tactical engagements, nationally renowned living historians, and French & Indian War era painters. Take a walk back in time at the Sawmill Center for the Arts to view British, Colonial, French, and American Indian re-enactors as they portray lifestyles of the 18th century.
	Phone: 814-744-8407
10 Sun	Cook Forest Country Inn Car Cruise Cook Forest Country Inn
	This is the time to show your antique or clasic car off or great way to network with people. Hope to see you and your car. Call for details.
	Phone: 814-927-8925
13 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
16 Sat	Father's Day Breakfast White's Haven Campground
	Fathers Day Breakfast @ 9:00, Corn Hole Tourney @ 1:00 Cards in evening
	Phone: 814-752-2205
16 Sat	Trails End "Back in the Day" Night at the Prom Trails End Restaurant
	Relive the old memories or make some new ones. Dust off that old polyester, that gown, buy a corsage and join the party as the DJ plays some old favorites, dance with your sweetheart while the disco ball spins.... this promises to be a fun one !!
	Phone: 814-927-8400
17 Sun	Fathers Day Celebration Trails End Restaurant
	Make DAD feel like a "KING" when you treat him to dinner at Trails End. We will have food and drink specials. All DAD's will get a free dessert !!
	Phone: 814-927-8400
17 Sun	Father's Day Buffet at Cook Forest Country Inn Cook Forest Country Inn
	Dad can choose to have Breakfast or Brunch with us. After all he is, "King for the Day!" Specials for Dad's. Call for details. Reservations are appreciated.
	Phone: 814-927-8925
17 Sun	Father's Day Buffet Sportsman's Paradise
	Bring Dad out to a great buffet to celebrate his special day.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
20 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
27 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
30 Sat	4th of July Celebration White's Haven Campground
	Sat. June 30 Noon Picnic, Meat, Buns Drinks Provided, Corn Hole Tourney, Red, White, & Blue Parade DJ @ 7:00
	Phone: 814-752-2205
July
04 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
11 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
14 Sat	Trails End Summer Party.. Boys are back in Town Trails End Restaurant
	This is a Party celebrating Summer !! Some of our a year customers (Boys are Back) make this a yearly event. Karaoke begins at 9 pm. Wear your sunglasses, shorts, hats, and flip flops....join the fun.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
18 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
25 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
August
01 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
08 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
15 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
18 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	You be the star !! With over 14000 songs, there is something for every tastes in music.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
22 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
29 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
September
05 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
12 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
15 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Karaoke....where YOU can be the star !!
	Phone: 814-927-8400
19 Wed	Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize to be given away September 30 - Gain chances to win with ticket received each week for attending
	Phone: 814-744-8722
26 Wed	Final Bike Night Sportsman's Paradise
	Rain or Shine - Drink and Food Specials - Music. Enjoy the Outside Deck and Fun Area. Grand Prize given away to the lucky winner - Must be present to win.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
October
27 Sat	Trails End "Cartoons and Comics" Halloween Party Trails End Restaurant
	The theme this year is Cartoons and Comics... Dress the part of your favorite super hero...comic strip idol...etc. This is a definate night for making a reservation. Prizes and Trophies will be awarded.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
November
24 Sat	Hunter's Party Sportsman's Paradise
	DJ and Prizes
	Phone: 814-744-8722