Shake off the busy work week and start off Labor Day weekend with a hike on one of the park's lesser traveled trails.

Meet the park naturalist at the Strawcutter Trail Head at 4PM. We'll hike Strawcutter trail and look for birds, insects, tracks, and other wildlife and signs, while identifying the trees and plants that we find along the way. The park naturalist will also tell the story of the park's history and the role that it played in our nation's labor movement along the course of the hike.

The Strawcutter Trailhead can be located by leaving the main park grounds and heading to the corner of Pittsburgh Street and Strawcutter Road, the location of the Old Number 7 Schoolhouse. From there, go north, approximately a quarter of a mile and the parking area will be on the left hand side.

The trail is easy to moderate hiking, with just a couple of very small steep hills to climb. Participants should wear comfortable clothing with comfortable hiking footwear. Insect repellent is strongly encouraged.

Please direct any questions to Jean at jkeene@pa.gov.