Richfield Historical Society

Luminary Walk - November 4, 2023

The Richfield Historical/Nature Park was abuzz with activities for the 2nd Luminary Walk. Two trails, a .3 mile one and a .8 mile one were illuminated for those who wanted to venture out on a night hike. Visitors gathered around two bonfires -- one by the Pioneer Homestead and the other near the Nature Park pavillion. Carved jack-o-lanterns greeted you throughout the grounds.

Those who visited the Motz Log Cabin were treated to free popcorn; free maple cotton candy was available to visitors to the Messer Log Barn. Hot chocolate and hot apple cider could be purchased as well as a glowstick to light up the night. An apple donated by Rim's Edge Orchard was a nice snack at the food pavillion. It was a good time and perfect weather to enjoy the Park at night as well as catch up on the news from friends or relatives. Many families found this to be a fun, free activity with their leashed pet and the baby in the stroller or wagon.

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Waiting for Hot Cider	Arch Over the Trail Head
Enjoying the Bonfire	Guided by the Luminaries
Free Popcorn at the Log Cabin	Making Cotton Candy in the Log Barn
Sugar Shack at Night	Bonfire Before Dark
Bonfire by the Log Cabin	Parking Volunteers

A Big Thank You to:
* DCA for its generous sponsorship
* Rim's Edge Orchard for their donation of apples and apple cider
* All who attended
* Valuable volunteers

Mark Your Calendar for the Luminary Walk on November 2, 2024

Comments on Facebook about the Luminary Walk:

"We had such a great time & loved the maple cotton candy! Thank you!!"

"Thank you for organizing this event."

"This park is one of our favorite places in the world! What a wonderful wonderful evening! So happy to see such a great turnout last night! Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen!"

"Great event! We walk in that park regularly, and it was fun having the lights and enjoying trails we don't normally take."