a by Jodie Dello Stritto
TheA Outdoor Adventure Expo, a free-admission event organized and hosted byA Downtown Bellefonte, Inc., highlights the easily accessible natural assets and resources of Bellefonte and the surrounding area by bringing together a dynamic showcase of more than 60 vendors and organizations. This yeara s expo is scheduled from noon-5 PM on May 21 at Talleyrand Park.
The expo features non-profits and businesses from around the region that specialize in outdoor recreation and related products.
The annual event was previously held in October, but weather simply did not cooperate in recent years. Spring is a perfect time for the event as residents and visitors plan their warmer-weather adventures around Happy Valley, Pennsylvania.
Lead organizer Troy Weston said, a Spring is the best time of the year! Folks are dusting off their old gear and planning their adventures. I see the new date as an opportunity for more people to learn about outdoor activities and to see what outdoor activities interest them.a
“I see the new date as an opportunity for more people to learn about outdoor activities and to see what outdoor activities interest thema
– Troy Weston
For 2023, the expo has an exciting variety of new outdoor related vendors signing up. Hiking, biking and fishing opportunities are well-represented this year. a We hope to keep expanding and are always looking for all outdoor related businesses and groups to sign-up,a Weston said.
a The main things that I am excited about for the event May 21, 2023: the food vendors and beverage vendors available will be amazing and the outdoor-related groups and vendors have expanded from last year,a he added. a We are excited to showcase them all within Talleyrand Park. There will be more children’s activities for 2023 and an amazing assortment of craft vendors focused on the outdoors and natural ingredients.a
a We are excited to showcase them all within Talleyrand Park. There will be more children’s activities for 2023 and an amazing assortment of craft vendors focused on the outdoors and natural ingredientsa
– Troy Weston
Mini Music Fest is back for this yeara s event thanks to a partnership withA Arize Federal Credit Union. An exciting line-up of musicians from varied genres will bring attendees music from noon-4 PM. Bands will be announced soon.
For a full list of vendors, organizations and sponsors, click to:A Downtown Bellefonte, Inc.
2023 is on the path to be the biggest year for Outdoor Adventure Expo exhibitors yet! 80 booths including organizations, demos, food trucks, adult beverages, kayak raffle, and more are scheduled for Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Talleyrand Park!
All Day Demonstrations 12:00-5:00
Match Factory Side:
Talleyrand Croquet
Tussey Mountain Outdoors
Freeze Thaw Cycles
McFarlands Rods-Fly Casting Demonstrations-Near field or stream
American Fly fishing Company- Fly Casting demonstrations-near field or stream
Gazebo Side:
Fire Department
Tent Demonstrations:
Match Factory side:
1:00-1:30-Krislund Camp-Tye Dying or Knot Tying/Lashing
1:45-2:45-RE Farm Cafe-Cooking demonstration
3:00-3:30-Nittany Ridge Apiary
3:45-4:45-Big Springs Cocktail Lab
Kami McWilliams
Yoga in the sculpture garden
2:30-3:00
Local Historia
Three presentations
1:00-1:30
2:30-3:00
4:00-4:30
