Polar Bear Float at Cook Forest State Park

Cook Forest State Park will be conducting an interpretive cold weather kayaking trip on the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River. Join the flotilla and celebrate the last days of winter on this 8-mile float. Bald eagles and river otter have been known to make an appearance. Pack a lunch and bring a thermos with your favorite hot beverage. Safety is of utmost importance. All participants must have the following required safety equipment or will not be permitted to attend: dry suit, spray skirt, helmet & cold weather cap, waterproof cold weather gloves, cold weather boots, proper cold weather undergarments, change of clothes, and waterproof stow bag. Program starts with a safety check making sure everyone has appropriate gear before shoving off. Participants must pre-register by March 4 by contacting Dale Luthringer at (814) 744-8475. Cost is per boat payable at the starting point by check, or money order made out to the ‘Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’. Prior Cook Forest kayak training participants receive a 50% discount.