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Halloween-themed Harvest Festival returns Sept.11-13 to campground

By MARGUERITE LANTHIER, Staff writer 2 min read

HOMESTEAD, Wis. -- The second-annual Harvest Festival, a Halloween-themed family camping event, is planned for Sept. 11-13 at West Bass Lake Park Campground in Homestead, Wis.

The Harvest Festival is organized by Jody Nordell, who attended similar events with her children at Van Riper State Park in Champion.

"Last year's event went really well. We had a great turnout, and it was wonderful to see everyone in the community come together. There was a lot of excitement and positive energy throughout the event," Nordell said.

The event starts at dusk on Friday, Sept. 11, with a kid-friendly movie in the pavilion.

Saturday will feature an all-day scavenger hunt. Forms are available in campsite site 1.

Face painting by D's Creative Faces will be done from noon to 4 p.m. at no cost. Children can also make crafts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the pavilion.

From 3 to 4 p.m., the straw wagon ride leave from site 1. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Children dressed in their costumes will be trick or treating through the campground from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by a kickball tournament near the pavilion. Those who are camping at the park are encouraged to get into the holiday spirit and decorate their campsites.

During trick or treating, all campground roads will be closed -- absolutely no vehicles allowed in or out -- to ensure the children's safety.

Attendees are encouraged to wear their costumes to the Monster Mash Dance from 8 to 9 p.m. in the pavilion.

Sunday, coffee and donuts will be available from 9 to 10 a.m. at site 1.

The event is open to the public, not just those staying in the campground.

Those who wish to make a reservation can go online to www.florencecountyparks.com.

"It's a special event that gives families the opportunity to come together, enjoy the beautiful fall season, and make memories with friends and neighbors," Nordell said. "The excitement on the kids' faces, from dressing up and collecting treats to enjoying all the activities, is what makes Harvest Fest so special. It's wonderful to see the community come together and create a fun, safe and memorable event for our children."

For more information, contact her at jlnordell@gmail.com.

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Marguerite Lanthier can be reached at 906-774-3500, ext. 85242, or mlanthier@ironmountaindailynews.com.

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