Friends of DuPont Forest will hold its ninth annual DuPont Forest Festival on Saturday, October 17th, at the Guion Farm Access Area. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to families and visitors of all ages.
The program combines guided hikes and tours with demonstrations and activities that visitors can join throughout the day. Volunteers with expertise in the forest and representatives of partner organizations will lead the activities, covering interests that include hiking, biking, horses, wildlife and local history.
Responsible recreation is a central part of the festival. Alongside the outdoor activities, visitors will learn about sharing trails used by different kinds of recreation, limiting their impact and helping protect DuPont State Recreational Forest…