Staff Writer
PRESQUE ISLE – The leaves are changing, potato harvesting is nearly complete and soon it will be time for trick-or-treat antics, as youth go door-to-door collecting a multitude of goodies. But the fun actually begins this weekend, as the Aroostook State Park celebrates Halloween early, hosting the second annual Haunted Woods Walk.
Staff photo/Michael Gudreau
THE SECOND ANNUAL Haunted Woods Walk will be held Oct. 16-17 from 6-9 p.m. at the Aroostook State Park. There will undoubtedly be some scares along the way as participants learned all too well last year.
“The Aroostook State Park will come alive with ghosts, goblins and creatures of the night from 6-9 p.m. Oct. 16 and 17, rain or shine,” said Theresa Fowler, executive director of the Presque Isle Area Chamber of Commerce.
Joining Chamber officials will be a number of volunteers who’ll provide transportation, serve refreshments and provide a scare or two for those brave enough to take part in the adventure.
“You know you don’t want to miss the event. There will be a greater number of sites to visit this year, more scares to survive and a lot more screaming in the woods,” Fowler said.
For those who enjoy a good ghost story, Fowler said the crypt keeper welcomes company by the fireside as tales of terror are weaved, as the flames make shadows dance in the distance.
“The Antique Tractor Club will provide transportation. Friends of Aroostook State Park and Wintergreen Arts Center will provide food and beverages to calm your nerves,” said Fowler.
Visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate for the local food pantry.
“Catholic Charities of Maine will be accepting donations of non-perishable food at the gate,” she said.
Admission for the event is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 10.
“Don’t forget your flashlights,” said Fowler. “You won’t want to be left in the dark for this frightfully fun-filled evening.”
For more information, contact the Chamber at 764-6561.
