The Magical World of Elk and Cameron Counties Remake Learning event, held May 1\u201323, partnered with several local businesses and organizations across the counties. The magical-themed event brought families into the community for unique activities exploring nature, science, and creativity with a fun twist.<\/p>\n
Activities included self-guided quests throughout the communities, Hogwarts Library Potions, the Quidditch Pitch, and Magical Creature Walks. The Wizarding Workshops \u2014 single-day events featuring guest speakers and hands-on activities \u2014 offered engaging experiences such as counting tree rings during the Magical Tree Quest, making paper airplanes to simulate flying owls at Owl Flight School, dissecting owl pellets during Outstanding Owls, and creating handmade owls at the Owlery. As seen in the photo, \u201cFrankee was excited to get to as many places as possible!\u201d<\/p>\n
Local businesses provided plenty of magical treats for participants to enjoy.<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2018The Magical World\u2019 brought many families out to these events, helping support the community while also showing families the many opportunities available throughout the area,\u201d said Courtney Rieger, event organizer.<\/p>\n
The event was sponsored by Remake Learning and the Community Education Center of Elk and Cameron Counties. Special thanks go to the supporting organizations: Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, Sizerville State Park, Johnsonburg Public Library, Johnsonburg Community Center, Friends of Twin Lakes ANF, Ridgway Public Library, Ridgway YMCA, Rails to Trails\u2013West Creek, St. Marys Public Library, Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys, Keystone Elk Country Alliance, Allegheny Hardwood Utilization Group and Bennett\u2019s Valley Community Center.<\/p>\n
Organizers also extended gratitude to Burke\u2019s Ace Home Center of St. Marys for donating materials for the Remake Learning Magical Creature Walk. Additional thanks went to Bonus Quest businesses: Allegheny Baking Company, Cameron County Nutrition, Creative Cup, Ridgway Wellness and Nutrition, Kay and Rose, Brandy Camp Creamery, St. Marys Nutrition, and Elk Life.<\/p>\n