Experience winter life in the 18th century at the Old Fort Niagara Snowshoe Patrol on February 4, 2017 at Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, New York, and witness a battle in the woods.
The Old Fort Niagara Snowshoe Patrol highlights life at a frontier outpost during the French and Indian War. Living History activities take place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and include fur trading, weapons demonstrations, winter survival, fire building, games and winter clothing.
At 1:00 p.m. the Education Department of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and History Preservation will present an illustrated history of the snowshoe and at 2:00 p.m. attendees will embark on a journey to the woods where a skirmish will break out between French and British troops. The day ends with complimentary hot chocolate for attendees.
Reservations are not necessary for the Old Fort Niagara Snowshoe Patrol, but snowshoes are available on a first-come-first-served basis. There is no extra charge to take part in the event, but general admission tickets to the Fort are required. Old Fort Niagara Association members are free.
Mark your calendar today so you won’t miss the Old Fort Niagara Patriots Day Weekend at Fort Niagara State Park in Youngstown, New York.