Salamonie senior citizens fall fest, Sept 14 - 17

Indiana DNR Release:


Senior citizens can discover new ways to enjoy the outdoors at Salamonie Reservoir’s seventh annual Senior Fall Fest, Sept. 14 – 17.

The program is in the Lost Bridge West section of the property's modern campground.

On Monday, seniors can kick off the event with a carry-in luncheon at 12:30 p.m. At 3 p.m., attendees may choose between fly-tying instruction/artifical bait for fly fishing or open sewing, and end the day with a sunset cruise at 5 p.m.

Tuesday begins at 8 a.m. with fishing on the reservoir, followed by a flower crafts class at 10 a.m., and pumpkin crafts at 2 p.m. Participants can learn valuable lessons of stroke prevention at 4 p.m. Evening fishing takes place at 5:30 p.m. An end-of-the-day campfire starts at 8 p.m.

On Wednesday, seniors can learn how to press apple cider at 10 a.m., gather for another carry-in lunch at noon, learn the basics of wood carving at 2 p.m., and test their fly fishing skills at 4 p.m. Those who choose not to fly fish can join a group for lawn games. Evening entertainment begins at 7 p.m.

On Thursday, a Dutch oven breakfast cooking demonstration will be presented. To participate, bring a carry-in breakfast dish to share and table service.

For $2, visitors will receive a program pass good for all events, except the sunset cruise. Those who wish to take the cruise will be asked for a $5 donation

Registration is required. Visit dnr.IN.gov/uwis to download a registration form or call (260) 468-2127.

Park entrance fees of $4 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.