july, 2022
02jul11:00 am6:00 pmKill The Grill & Elk Country Cruise In
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The Kill the Grill BBQ Competition is back and going to be better than ever! The Kill the Grill event will
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Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
02jul1:00 pmSaturday July 2nd, 1 pm Elk Country Habitat Talk
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Join KECA’s Habitat Specialist, Chad Woodward, in a talk about the habitat work done around the visitor center as well as, the many projects that the Keystone Elk Country Alliance
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Join KECA’s Habitat Specialist, Chad Woodward, in a talk about the habitat work done around the visitor center as well as, the many projects that the Keystone Elk Country Alliance is involved in to help preserve and enhance Elk Country for future generations.
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
03jul2:00 pmSunday July 3rd, 2 pm Elk Basics
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New to learning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll
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New to learning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll learn something new too!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
09jul8:00 am6:00 pmKECA Golf Outing
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This year's golf outing will be held at Treasure Lake's Gold Coarse. For more information about the golf outing. For our Registration Sheet Click Here.
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This year’s golf outing will be held at Treasure Lake’s Gold Coarse. For more information about the golf outing. For our Registration Sheet Click Here. For the Informational Welcome Letter Click Here.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
09jul2:00 pmSaturday July 9th, 2 pm Pa Reptiles
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Did you ever wonder what kinds of reptiles lurk in the Pennsylvania wilds? Well, now is your chance to learn a few! Join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center
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Did you ever wonder what kinds of reptiles lurk in the Pennsylvania wilds? Well, now is your chance to learn a few! Join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center as we learn about a couple important reptiles found in the Keystone State of PA. You can even get acquainted with our rescued Eastern Box Turtles (Bob and Rosie) as well as Java, our Eastern Black Rat Snake.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
10jul12:00 pmSunday July 10th, 12 pm Elk Country Rocks
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It’s time for arts and crafts at the Elk Country Visitor Center! Join our staff in painting a rock of your choosing to create, a one-of-a-kind, souvenir of your very
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It’s time for arts and crafts at the Elk Country Visitor Center! Join our staff in painting a rock of your choosing to create, a one-of-a-kind, souvenir of your very own!!
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
15jul(jul 15)8:00 am16(jul 16)5:00 pm100 Mile Yard Sale
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The 100 Mile Yard Sale is coming up this July 15th and 16th, and there will be multiple yard sales set up at the Elk Country Visitor Center. Benezette Hotel
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The 100 Mile Yard Sale is coming up this July 15th and 16th, and there will be multiple yard sales set up at the Elk Country Visitor Center. Benezette Hotel and Elk Life will also be set up offering their delicious food and ice cream.
Time
15 (Friday) 8:00 am - 16 (Saturday) 5:00 pm
16jul(jul 16)10:00 am17(jul 17)4:00 pmRide For The Elk
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The Keystone Elk Country Alliance’s 10th annual Ride for the Elk Motorcycle ride sponsored by GM Equipment will be held Saturday and Sunday July 16th and 17th. Registration will begin
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The Keystone Elk Country Alliance’s 10th annual Ride for the Elk Motorcycle ride sponsored by GM Equipment will be held Saturday and Sunday July 16th and 17th. Registration will begin at 10 am on July 16th at the Hitching Post in DuBois. Prepare yourself for an exciting ride through the PA Wilds where you will get to experience some great stops that will include games, a meal and prizes. Cost to participate is $35 for one rider and $45 for two riders.
Saturday’s Ride registration will begin at 10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Hitching Post in DuBois. Kickstands up at noon sharp!
Saturday’s ride will include Games, 50/50, a meal, and prizes! Sunday Information to follow after registration.
Routes and Paper Registration Here
Time
16 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 17 (Sunday) 4:00 pm
16jul2:00 pmSaturday July 16th, 2 pm Fireflies
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Summertime in Benezette is a little extra bright at night thanks to these friendly insects Lumineers. Come and enjoy a presentation on Pennsylvania’s state insect and learn what makes them
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Summertime in Benezette is a little extra bright at night thanks to these friendly insects Lumineers. Come and enjoy a presentation on Pennsylvania’s state insect and learn what makes them so unique. Maybe you’ll even catch a few whiles camping in elk country!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
17jul9:00 am5:00 pmElk Ladies Day Out
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Calling all ladies who love the outdoors!!! Registration is NOW OPEN for the 4th Annual
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Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
23jul2:00 pmSaturday July 23rd, 2 pm Moose, Elk, Caribou, Whitetail
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“Moose, Elk, Caribou, and Whitetail oh my!” The Deer family has quite a few members! Join our staff as we learn about the elk and their many cousins that live
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“Moose, Elk, Caribou, and Whitetail oh my!” The Deer family has quite a few members! Join our staff as we learn about the elk and their many cousins that live in North America. You are sure to learn something new along the way!
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
24jul2:00 pmSunday July 24th, 2 pm Pa Invasives
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If you look at the trees in the Pennsylvania Wilds, you will notice they aren’t as full. This is because of the Spongy Moth, previously called the Gypsy Moth, which
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If you look at the trees in the Pennsylvania Wilds, you will notice they aren’t as full. This is because of the Spongy Moth, previously called the Gypsy Moth, which is an invasive species to Pennsylvania. Join our staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center to learn about the Spongy Moth as well as the many other invasive species that wreak havoc on Pennsylvania ecosystems and how to prevent the spread.
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
29julAll Day31KECA's Elk Country Archery Challenge
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Join us for our first ever Elk Country Archery Challenge and experience something like you've never seen before in Elk Country! This will not only test your skills
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Join us for our first ever Elk Country Archery Challenge and experience something like you’ve never seen before in Elk Country! This will not only test your skills as an archer but also as an athlete. This event will be held over the course of three days with different challenges each day including a Challenge Course, Head-to-Head Races, 3D Target Course, and a Pack Race to finish off the event. You can participate in all the events or even just the 3D course… take your pick! We will crown a winner for each individual challenge and then we will combine scores over all to crown the Monarch and Matriarch of Winslow Hill! Prizes will include CASH and other merchandise prizes. All 2- and 3-Day Competitors MUST be pre- registered, there will be no walk-ins allowed for the Challenge events. The 3D course will be also open to the General Public and you can register the day of the shoot for that event.
Early Bird Pre- Registration before July 2nd, 2022 will get you a KECA Swag Bag. Pre- Registrations for all 2- and 3- Day Competitors will remain open until Saturday July 16th. Applications must be received via mail or submitted online by this date.
**All Youth Shooters MUST be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. **
Online Competitor Application: https://forms.gle/UuCBDzCCTD5oaJTU9
Printable Competitor Application: https://experienceelkcountry.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Elk-Country-Archery-Challenge-App-and-Disclaimer.pdf
This event will also include Vendors and Various Sponsor Opportunities. Opportunities will include: 3D Target & Obstacle Sponsors, Challenge Event Sponsors, and more! We are also accepting donations (merchandise or monetary) to help cover prizes for top finishers and door prizes. If you are interested in making a donation in support of our event, please email Kristi at kecafde@KECAus.com
As a sponsor, you will receive public mention of this first ever event, marketing opportunities throughout the event, and various signage visible to both our competitors and the general public. If you sign up for a Sponsorship Opportunity, you will be contacted by one of KECA’s Field Directors to obtain logos and/ or additional information for signage and marketing materials.
As a Vendor, you can purchase a 10×10 or 10×20 space to display your goods. We are currently accepting any and all vendors that sell products that are closely related to archery, sporting goods, outdoor products, and food vendors. Vendors will be asked to remain open for the event’s entirety unless previously discussed with event coordinatorsOnline Vendor Application: https://forms.gle/Dp9mDSw2izuwkznQ8
Time
july 29 (Friday) - 31 (Sunday)
30jul2:00 pmSaturday July 30th, 2 pm Elk Walk and Talk
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Join a staff member as we walk the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit these fields. We
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Join a staff member as we walk the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit these fields. We will be covering topics such as what elk eat, where they spend their time, and how each season brings something different.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821
31jul2:00 pmSunday July 31st, 2 pm Antler Scoring
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“Woah! that is a 400+ bull for sure!” Being in Elk Country you will probably hear that a lot, and you may be a bit confused on what that means.
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“Woah! that is a 400+ bull for sure!” Being in Elk Country you will probably hear that a lot, and you may be a bit confused on what that means. Now is the time to learn! Antler scoring is a fun and useful tool to have when exploring Elk Country, get a free lesson today!
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Elk Country Visitor Center
950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette 15821