Winterfest to bring thrills and chills Saturday, Jan. 31
Winterfest, the annual showcase of all that Moraine State Park has to offer, is Saturday, Jan. 31.
The event is hosted by the Moraine Preservation Fund, a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to financially supporting the park.
Winterfest features an assortment of activities and demonstrations, including chain saw carving with Damian Skal, disc golf demonstrations from Pittsburgh Flying Disc, guided hikes with the Butler Outdoor Club and ambassador birds from Tamarack Wildlife Center.
The centerpiece of last year’s Winterfest, the soup competition, will return after its successful debut, and will feature recipes from eight local restaurants.
Live music for Winterfest will be provided by The Chadd and Well Strung Bluegrass.
Winterfest, which is free to attend, is a major draw each year for the park. According to a news release, last year’s event drew around 3,500 attendees.
The park will open for Winterfest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McDanels Boat Launch on the North Shore. Updated details on Winterfest will be posted on the event page on the Moraine Preservation Fund’s Facebook.
