Sign up now for Salamonie’s Senior Citizen Fall Fest, Sept. 13-16

Indiana DNR Release:

The 2010 Salamonie Senior Fall Fest will take place Sept. 13-16, at the Salamonie Reservoir Interpretive Center.

Anyone over age 50 is welcome for a few days of fun, during which he or she could learn a new hobby such as drop spinning, knitting or wood carving.

The week begins on Monday with the monthly seniors carry-in luncheon at 12:30 p.m., featuring a presentation on Alpacas by Tom Burkhart. Bread and butter making begins at 3 p.m.

Tuesday activities begin at 8 a.m. with fishing, followed by a cement leaf craft, drop spinning, dishcloth knitting , a blacksmith demonstration and more fishing, ending with a fireside music jam.

Wednesday begins with apple cider making at 9 a.m., a carry-in dinner at noon, T-shirt leaf prints, wood carving, and entertainment in the evening.

Thursday ends the fest with a Dutch oven demo and a carry-in brunch at 10:30 a.m.

Participating seniors will pay the $2 program fee at the interpretive center upon arrival, which will give them one program pass to be used for all of the week’s events. Donations are always welcome and are used to help fund local programs and services.

Campers should note that campsites should be reserved and paid for using the Central Reservation System. Call 1-866-6CAMPIN or see www.CAMP.IN.gov.

This special event is located in Lost Bridge West Recreation Area on Highway 105 in western Huntington County. There is a $5 entrance fee ($7 for out-of-state vehicles) to enter the Lost Bridge West Recreation Area. Indiana residents may purchase an annual entrance permit for $36. Ages 65 or older may choose to purchase the annual Golden Hoosier Passport entrance permit for $18.

See www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis/ for more information or to download a registration form. Registration forms can also be requested by calling (260) 468-2127 or visiting the Salamonie Interpretive Center. Early registration is requested to help prepare for the event.