Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend Outdoors!

May 22nd, 2009

Looking for fresh ingredients for your backyard cookouts, a fun place to take the kids or just need a relaxing day outdoors for yourself? The following activities will help you take full advantage of your holiday weekend!

For Kids:
May 23
Memorial Day Salute
Idlewild & SoakZone in Ligonier
Members of the Civil War Society will set up an authentic Civil War encampment. There will be artillery demonstrations and battle reenactments. Gates open at 10:30am. For more information, visit www.idlewild.com


For Golf Enthusiasts:
May 23
Callaway Golf Demo Day
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort - Mystic Rock Practice Facility in Farmington
Visit with representatives from the top golf equipment manufacturers as they demonstrate their 2009 product lines, give you the opportunity to test everything from drivers to hybrids and offer personal club recommendations. Come out and participate in one of Nemacolin’s Demo Days from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and receive a coupon valid for great golf discounts! For more details, visit www.nemacolin.com.

For History Buffs:
May 23-24
8th Pennsylvania Regiment in Garrison
Fort Ligonier, Ligonier
Visit Fort Ligonier and explore a frontier fort! This weekend, there will be camping, drilling, musket firing and tours from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. For more information on Fort Ligonier, visit www.fortligonier.org.


For Foodies:
May 23
Ligonier Country Market
Intersection of West Main Street and Route 30 in Ligonier
From 8am-12pm, pick up some freshly picked, locally grown produce, perennials and annuals, fresh meats, eggs and baked goods. Also, check out unique, handmade art and crafts. For more information, call 724-238-6702.

May 23
Springs Farmers Market
Springs Museum & Historical Society on Springs Road
Browse through beautiful, fresh produce, baked goods, quilts, antiques and collectibles in Amish country. For details, visit www.springspa.org

For Outdoor Adventurists:
May 23
Memorial Day Special
Laurel Highlands River Tours in Ohiopyle
www.laurelhighlands.com
Raft the Middle or Lower Yough or Cheat River on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend for Sunday’s discounted rate. Be sure to mention code “LCMD”!

May 23
Spring Into Summer
Falls Area - Ohiopyle State Park
During this afternoon event, see all that Ohiopyle has to offer visitors this summer including Native American wigwam, fly fishing and boat demos. Activities will be from 12-5pm. For more information on Ohiopyle State Park, visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us.


For Wine Lovers:
May 24
Memorial Day Celebration at Greendance
Greendance, The Winery at Sand Hill in Mt. Pleasant
Try homemade Strawberry Shortcake and newly released Strawberry wine! Entertainment provided by Sugar Mountain from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Check out Greendance at www.greendancewinery.com.

For Architecture Aficionados:
May 24
Polymath Park Resort Walking Tour & Lakeside Picnic
Polymath Park Resort in Acme
Enjoy all that nature has to offer! Take a walking tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Duncan House, Balter House and Blum House. Following the tour, relax and dine by the lake with a casual picnic catered by Tree Tops Restaurant. Activities take place from 12-4pm. For more information, visit www.polymathpark.com.

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