Outdoor Activities
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P Fall Festivals
FROGS & TOADS
When: September 16 Where: Goodell Gardens, 221 Waterford Street, Edinboro For more info: goodellgardens. org
Kaitlyn Carlson, outreach and education coordinator for the French Creek Valley Conservancy, will present a program on the native species of frogs and toads.
GHOSTS & LEGENDS TOURS
When: October 9 Where: Erie Cemetery, 2116 Chestnut Street, Erie For more info: eriecemeteryassoc. com
Walk through the Erie Cemetery and learn about some ghostly stories of those long deceased.
HALLOWEEN TRAIN
When: October 24 Where: Perry Street Station, 409 South Perry Street, Titusville For more info: octrr. org
Families can enjoy a three-hour roundtrip train ride through the scenic Oil Creek State Park. Everyone is encouraged to wear a costume, but it is not required. Each child 12 and under will receive a treat bag.
LIONS, TIGERS AND BEERS
When: October 3 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
This is a 21 + evening event where guests get to“ trick-or-treat” for beer samples around the zoo. There will also be behind-the-scenes animal tours, live music, sample stations, and local food trucks available for purchases.
SCARY CREATURE FEATURE AT ASBURY WOODS
When: October 8 – 10 Where: Asbury Woods Nature Center, 4105 Asbury Road, Erie For more info: asburywoods. org
A family event offering activities, storytelling and a guided walk through the woods where guests encounter and learn about some not-so-scary nocturnal creatures that live in the forest. It’ s the perfect chance to explore the woods at night and enjoy the cool, crisp air of an autumn evening.
UNUSUAL DEATHS TOUR
When: September 9 Where: Erie Cemetery,
2116 Chestnut Street, Erie For more info: eriecemeteryassoc. com
Stories of danger and strange circumstances will be shared on this walking tour.
ZOO BOO
When: October 15 – 30 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
This is one of the largest kid-friendly Halloween events in the area. Get your costume ready to wear, and experience the zoo“ Halloween style.”
Outdoor Activities
ERIE HEART WALK
When: September 10 Where: Rebich Investments Amphitheater at Liberty Park, 828 West Bayfront Parkway, Erie For more info: www2. heart. org
The Erie Heart Walk boosts your heart health and mental health while joining millions of others in the fight against heart disease and stroke.
ERIE HUMANE SOCIETY’ S TRAILS & TAILS 5K RUN
When: October 3 Where: Harborcreek Community Park, 5850 Firman Road, Harborcreek For more info: runsignup. com / Race / PA / Erie / TrailsTails
Lace up your shoes and leash up your pup to raise money for the Humane Society and SafeNet’ s joint program, Haven 2 Home!
LAKE ERIE ODYSSEY
When: September 12 Where: Waldameer Park, 220 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: barberinstitute. org / lakeerie-odyssey
Lake Erie Odyssey is a one-of-a-kind adventure, transforming Waldameer Park into an adapted obstacle course. Choose your challenge at every obstacle, move at your own pace, and meet at the finish inside Rainbow Gardens for food trucks, beer, activities, a DJ and dancing.
PRESQUE ISLE STATE PARK CLEANUP
When: October 17 Where: Presque Isle State Park, AAUW Pavilion, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: adopt. greatlakes. org Looking for a meaningful family activity? Join the Adopt-a-Beach team of volunteers to help keep Presque Isle beaches clean.
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