Friends of Ellenwood Park

It was a bit of a slushy snow shoe walk into the park, but the Brownie troop made the best of the conditions. When they got to the cabin it was nice and warm and the hot chocolate and cookies were waiting for them. It was such a mild day that we lit the outside fire, so that they could toast marshmallows. We were given a special thank you from the Brownies, Sparks and Guide along with a handmade card, they had all signed. The Friends of Ellenwood Park look forward to another visit from these girls and their leaders.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

A reminder that we have our Photo Safari happening at the park from 1-3. There will be all kinds of wild creatures lurking in the woods, for you to find and photograph.

The weather forecast is for sunshine, so it will be a pleasant day to walk into the park. The walk from the gate to the cabin is about 1.5 KM and takes about 20 to 30 min.

There will be hot chocolate and cookies at the cabin and a nice warm fire.

Remember we are going on to Daylight Savings Time……so set your clocks ahead 1 hour.

Sunday, March 10 from 1 to 3  Photo Safari – Bring your camera and photograph nature in the park and maybe you will find some wild animals that are lurking behind a tree.

Wednesday, March 13 from 1 to 3, Lost in the Woods –  with Deanna Nauss, from DNR– Learn some basic, but very important things that you should know about survival, if you find yourself lost in the woods. 

March 17 from 12 to 2 – St. Patricks’s Day Fundraising Lunch -Join the FOEP for a lunch of Irish root vegetable soup or “Irish” chili, scones and St. Patrick’s Day cake. By donation

Sunday, March 17 from 2 to 3 – Search for the “Pot  of Gold” Come  out and search for the pieces of gold that the Leprechaun has hidden throughout the park.

All spring break events are suitable for all ages. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. Events are held at the ski cabin, where you will find the woodstove to keep you warm, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, cookies or granola bars are also available.

This is a link to a video done by Carla Allen, of the Vanguard, the day we christened “Ellie” our new groomer. There was just enough snow to ski on the paved road area of the park. We have had a chance to use the groomer 3 or 4 times since this video and it is just wonderful to ski in the tracks, especially going down the hills, as you tend to fall less often.

Click on the image to get to the video

Yarmouth Recreation is holding “Take the Roof off Winter” out at Ellenwood Park this Sunday, January 20, 2013 from 2 to 4. If there is snow, you can try out some cross country skis or snow shoes. Whether there is snow or not there will be fun and games for the whole family. There will also be a cozy, warm fire in the cabin, along with Hot chocolate and cookies. We hope to see you out there.

What  great way to kick off the New Year!!!

The snow is great out at Ellenwood Park. The path has been cleared for walking. The cabin will be open about 1 pm on Tuesday, January 1 ,2013.  As of today {Monday} there is no power in the cabin.

The woodstove will warm up the cabin. There will be an impromtu Pot Luck at 3 on January 1, so come out and join us. Remember with no power we will have limited hot water to make coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Sunday, November 18, from 1 to 3. AN INTRODUCTION TO TREPA at Ellenwood Park – John Sollows will discuss the history of TREPA, the role TREPA plays in environmental protection, current projects, past successes and how you can get involved. All ages are welcome. Meet at the ski cabin.

Sunday, November 25, from 1 to 3. PINE CONE FEEDERS  at Ellenwood Park -Deanna Nauss, Forestry Technician, DNR, will show us how we can create our own suet bird feeder, in our own style. The birds will love these feeders this winter. They will make great gifts for friends and family. All materials provided. All ages welcome, meet at lower cabin. A car shuttle will be available, for anyone with mobility issues, leaving the gate at 12:55.

Below are some random photos of various events that have been sponsored by the Friends of Ellenwood Park – just to give you an idea of some of the things we do.

Come and make your own memories!