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Special Events
Autumn on the Susquehanna River
These special events and celebrations are the perfect addition to your Autumn on the Susquehanna River getaway.
September 11-13
Art of the Susquehanna Tour
Various Locations
717-917-1630 | www.PaArtsExperience.com
Kayak to the native American petroglyphs on the river, go behind the scenes to meet renowned local artists in their studios and relax and dine along the shores of the spectacular Susquehanna River.
Call for pricing and details.
Advance Registration Required
Friday, September 18
Fall Equinox Paddle Evening Rendezvous
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Enjoy the vibrant colors and comfortable evening temperatures with a delightful guided paddle tour on the Susquehanna River. Following your paddle, head to “The Rookery” for a delicious fall harvest dinner. This program is suitable for beginner paddlers, and great for all outdoor lovers. Rental kayaks are available. Program includes tour, guide and meal.
Event Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
$40 per person.
Rental kayaks: $15/single, $20 double
Advance Registration Required
Saturday, September 19
Introduction to Geocaching
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Learn about the new sport of “geocaching” at Shank’s Mare. This worldwide scavenger hunt activity incorporates information from the worldwide web, with map and compass skills and utilizing a hand-held Global Positioning System (GPS) system.
Event Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
FREE
Equipment Provided
Advance Registration Required
Sunday, September 20
Art on the Susquehanna River
Various Galleries in the Columbia/Wrightsville Area
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
A tour of area galleries and studios featuring local artists who draw their inspiration from the Susquehanna River. Light refreshment provided
Additional Details Coming Soon!
Saturday, September 26
Wrightsville Heritage Days
Various Locations in Wrightsville
717-252-9133
Enjoy antiques, arts, crafts, food and entertainment!
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine
Saturday, September 26
Touring Kayak Class
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Thorough instricution for those interested in learning to kayak.
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
$95 per person
Advance Registration Required.
Sunday, September 27
Pig Iron Fest
Chickies Rock County Park
Furnace Road & Route 441 | Marietta, PA
717-330-1356
Activities will include a classic car show, guided living history tours, great food, entertainment and much more.
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 27
Sunday Brunch Paddle Evening Rendezvous
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Begin your Sunday morning enjoying the natural beauty of the Susquehanna River. Our rendezvous begins with a short orientation to kayaking. Paddlers will then launch their kayaks for a leisurely paddle to the Conejohela Flats, amajor migratory bird stopover on the Atlantic flyway. The paddle is suitable for beginners and rental kayaks are available. Following the tour, adjourn to “The Rookery” for a hearty brunch. Program includes tour, guide, and meal.
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
$36 per person.
Rental kayaks: $15/single, $18/double
Advance Registration Required
Friday, October 2
First Fridays River Art Open House
John & Kathryn Zimmerman Center for Heritage
1706 Long Level Road | Wrightsville, PA
Selected paintings, from the acclaimed Visions of the Susquehanna exhibit, create the first-ever, permanent collection of Susquehanna River art for public display.
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Donations of $3 per person or $5 per couple suggested.
Saturday, October 3
Annual Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge Bust
Rt. 462 Veterans Memorial Bridge | Columbia, PA
71-684-5249 | www.parivertowns.com
Featuring an array of antique, food, art and craft vendors on the historic Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge.
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission: $2/Adults. Children under 13/Free
Saturday, October 3
Geocaching Evening Rendezvous
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor hiking and geocaching followed by dinner in “The Rookery”. We’ll provide you with the GPS units and basic instruction, form you in teams, and turn you loose to find Shank’s Mare’s hidden caches. You’ll hike through fields and woods in your quest, and log the treasure in each hiding place. Afterwards, enjoy a hearty dinner at "The Rookery."
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
$40 per person
Advance Reservations Required
Sunday, October 4
Art on the Susquehanna River
Various Galleries in the Columbia/Wrightsville Area
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
A tour of area galleries and studios featuring local artists who draw their inspiration from the Susquehanna River. Light refreshment provided
Additional Details Coming Soon!
Saturday, October 10
Fall Havest Celebration
Flinchbaugh's Orchard & Farm Market
110 Ducktown Road | Hellam, PA
717-252-2540 | www.flinchbaughsorchard.com
Featuring a variety of family-friendly havest activities such as pumpkin painting, wagon rides, a corn maze and much more.
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 10
Annual Blueglass Harvest Festival & Pig Roast
Moon Dancer Vineyard & Winery
1282 Klines Run Road | Wrightsville, PA
717-252-9463 | www.moondancerwinery.com
Celebrate the harvest season and this excting event featuring great food, entertainment, fine wine and much more.
2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
$20 per person
Sautday, October 10
Columbus Day Paddle Tour on the Susquehanna River
Shank's Mare Outfitters
2092 Long Level Road | Wrighsville, PA
717-252-1616 | www.shanksmare.com
Enjoy a leisurely guided paddle on the river, then refuel with a hearty lunch in "The Rookery".
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$55 per person.
Rental kayaks available.
Advance Registration Required
Monday, October 12
Columbus Day River Art Open House
John & Kathryn Zimmerman Center for Heritage
1706 Long Level Road | Wrightsville, PA
Selected paintings, from the acclaimed Visions of the Susquehanna exhibit, create the first-ever, permanent collection of Susquehanna River art for public display.
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Donations of $3 per person or $5 per couple suggested.
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