Local musicians bring the lodge to life with acoustic favorites and soulful originals while you dine from our Wild Crafter’s Kitchen menu, featuring seasonal, locally sourced dishes made in-house. Cozy up by the fire, sip a glass of wine, and enjoy live music in Cook Forest paired with fresh, forest-to-table flavors — a truly memorable evening in Pennsylvania’s most peaceful woodland retreat. 03/21/26/ Sat.| Eric Krouse| 6-8pm
Join us on Saturday, March 21st at the Brookville YMCA for an evening designed to refresh, inspire, and reconnect. Treat yourself to a night filled with popular vendors, engaging demonstrations, delicious snacks, exciting Glam Grab Raffle, and so much more. Pamper yourself with mini spa treatments, shop for unique finds, and connect with other amazing women in the community. Tickets Cost to attend is $15 per person when purchased in advance online. Ticket cost goes up at the door—so grab yours early and get ready for a night of fun and relaxation!
Pickle Barrel is opening for the season with new vendors and new products! Come check out the Pickle Barrel in Cook Forest - Occupying over 3,200 sq. ft., this gift shop features locally made crafts, candles, and pickles.
Celebrate the love of the outdoors and honor the memory of Gary Sharp with a Free Youth Fishing Raffle! We want to get the next generation hooked on fishing, so we’re giving away six incredible prize packages to local youth. The Prizes: We are giving away one prize package for a boy and one for a girl in each of the following age groups: Under 6 years old Ages 6–10 Ages 11–16 How to Enter: Entry is completely free! Stop by and sign up in person at: Brookville Fly & Bait 441 Madison Ave., Brookville, PA Drawing Date: Winners will be drawn on Friday, March 27th at noon. You don't want to miss out on these gear sets!
Get the kids outdoors for a special "head start" on trout season! This statewide event allows young anglers to fish a full week before the general opening day. Quick Details: Who: Youth ages 15 and under. Requirements: Kids must have a free Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth License. Mentors: Must be accompanied by a licensed adult (16+) with a valid 2026 PA Fishing License and Trout Stamp. Keep: Youth may harvest up to two trout (7-inch minimum); adults must catch-and-release. Prepare for the season by checking the 2026 Trout Stocking Schedule to find a participating creek or lake near you
Please bring your binoculars and spotting scopes to thePark Office for a driving tour to eagle hotspots along the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River. This is theprime time of the year to view bald eagles on their nests and find new nesting sites. Expect a long car-pooland aggressive hike to some of the better areas, but the rewards will be worth it. Hot chocolate and coffee will be available at the Park Office to warm us up. (4 hrs)
