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Pennsylvania’s Elk-Rut Experience September 25th-27th, 2024

Currency:USD Category:Travel / Other Start Price:300.00 USD
Pennsylvania’s Elk-Rut Experience September 25th-27th, 2024
Donor: Keystone Elk Country Alliance
A truly unique outdoor adventure for four persons during the Pennsylvania Elk rut that includes overnight accommodations, a horse-drawn wagon ride through Elk Country and an after-dark experience in some of the most remote country that Pennsylvania has to offer.
Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride
An elk country wagon ride is an awesome experience! The wagon will be pulled by our experienced team of Belgium horses across 245-acres of pristine elk habitat, adjacent to the Elk Country Visitor Center. The ride will be guided by one of our staff riding shotgun and will last approximately 45 minutes. Since we’ll be out searching for wild critters, we can’t guarantee wildlife sightings, but it is common to see elk, deer, turkey and other wildlife on these rides. We may even catch a spectacular sunset if the weather is cooperative.
The wagon ride departs from the Elk Country Visitor Center on September 26th at 6:00 pm. Please plan to arrive 60 minutes in advance of the scheduled departure time. Also be sure to bring a camera, binoculars and weather-appropriate attire.
After-Dark Experience
Elk Country After Dark is an experience like no other and will leave you fully immersed in the magic that happens after the sun sets in Pennsylvania's Elk Country. On a clear night you’ll be amazed by the dark skies of some of Pennsylvania’s most remote country. You may hear the bugles of herd bulls, the mews of a matriarch cow, clashing of antlers as one bull challenges another, along with the sounds of coyotes, owls, and other creatures of the night. You will be in a sensory overload as you get to experience something like never before... something that very few ever get to experience!
The evening will start on September 26th after your wagon ride with a social event in the EM Jack & Jean Parker Outdoor Classroom behind the Elk Country Visitor Center featuring a grazing table of various meats, cheeses, fruit, vegetables, and dips, as well as beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and deserts. Around 8pm, the program will get started with a short presentation by Elk County Visitor Center staff and they will speak on some of the things to expect while enjoying the evening along with some safety expectations as well. After the presentation, the group will be guided to the trail head areas to then sit back and relax, all while taking in the sounds and the wonder of Elk Country after dark.
Awesome Accommodations - 2 Nights in Elk Country
Overnight accommodations will be provided at the Medix Run Lodges and Cabins - Trout Lodge on Wednesday, September 25th and Thursday, September 26th. Just a short drive from the Elk Country Visitor Center. Your beautifully decorated, fully-furnished cabin includes ample living space and a front porch positioned to offer panoramic views. Medix Run Lodges and Cabins offers a relaxing atmosphere right in the heart of the best wildlife viewing in Elk Country. There are elk roaming the property on a regular basis, year-round and is specifically home to many mature bulls that make the property home. The property is located in close proximity to Benezette, as well as many public hunting, fishing, hiking, kayaking, and canoeing areas.
www.ExperienceElkCountry.com