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Thanksgiving Weekend 2008
Start a new tradition and celebrate the holidays at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort!
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The WildSide Opening!
Coming December 2008! Something Wild is happening at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort!
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 The Adventure Center
Friday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Adventure Center is the hub of outdoor recreation, adventure and activity.  A trip to our Adventure Center is a must!  Here, we go to great lengths to challenge - from weekend warriors to accomplished athletes.  You could spend a few days alone absorbing all the activity here, or you may want to add a day or two to your trip.

Paintball   
Target Paintball
Friday - Sunday: 9:oo a.m. - 5:oo p.m.
Shoot or be shot.  An extreme-energy, action packed game.  We have Target Paintball at Quick Draw Alley.  Accuracy is a must as you keep score against friends, family or challenge yourself and your top score.  

Outdoor Combat Paintball
Friday - Sunday:
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Combat Paintball is the ultimate heart pounding, adrenaline rushing experience.  Our team creates organized atmospheres in the wooded hills for you to enjoy a game alone or with the entire family. 

Mountain Biking
Friday - Sunday: 9:oo a.m. - 5:oo p.m.

Jump on a bike and see the sights.  We have a variety of Specialized mountain bikes available for rental as well as Kid Trailers and Jogging Strollers.  Zip across the acres of trails on property or visit the miles and miles of trails available in nearby Ohiopyle State Park, Laurel Ridge State Park and Sugarloaf Mountain.  Rent one of ours or bring your own. 

Climbing Wall
Friday - Sunday: 9:oo a.m. - 5:oo p.m. 
We challenge you to conquer our fifty-foot, free standing climbing wall.  Don't worry if you're a first timer, the three-sided wall tests beginners as well as advanced climbers.  Substitute your typical morning workout with a session on the Climbing Wall, and you'll find muscles you didn't know you had. 

Ropes Course
Friday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
The ultimate in suspended adventure.  This elevated ropes course will challenge and reward with two levels (20 feet and 40 feet) and 21 obstacles. 

Zip Line
Friday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
An exhilarating 250 foot zip line will send you flying back to the ground. 

Archery
Friday - Sunday: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Once the sport of royalty and the ultimate test of ones accuracy and aim, is now a fun, family activity that will bring out the competitive spirit in everyone.  We have a variety of courses and target sets for you to challenge. 

Outdoor Volleyball Pit
Closed for Season  

The only spectators in this gym are the surrounding mountains, wildlife and the occasional sunset or two.  Our outdoor volleyball pit is the perfect activity.  When you are done, relax by the fire pit and enjoy. 

 

 

   
The Equestrian Center


Experience the resort's 3,000 acres the way the original inhabitants and settlers of the area did, on horseback.  The Equestrian Center offers a variety of trail rides for all levels.  Our seasoned and passionate guides will accompany you throughout the majestic mountains along trails once navigated by Chief Nemacolin and George Washington. 

Don't want to leave your horse at home when you are on vacation?  Bring him or her along with you to Nemacolin.  We offer overnight stabling so you can enjoy the trails on the back of your trusted friend.

Reservations are required for all trail rides.  All riders must be 55 inches or taller.

Nemacolin's herd of 25 horses is ready to provide you and your family a lifetime of memories.  Click here for a video clip of activities at the Equestrian Center with Animal Programs Manager, Ken Butler. 

Trail Rides
The Safari Ride
Monday - Friday: 11:30 a.m., and 3:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

A ride designed for anyone, The Safari Ride begins at the Wildlife Academy and winds throughout 2 miles of wooded trails by many of the animal habitats on property.  Some fascinating animals you will see on this excursion include: white grey wolves, a black leopard, wallaby and other exotic creatures.  It's fun for the whole family.

The Off-Road Trot
Daily: 1:00 p.m. 
For the intermediate riders, the Off-Road Trot traverses a 3-4 mile stretch of trails along the golf courses, Off-Road Driving Academy obstacles and provides views of the animal habitats.  Wide open field trotting provides the thrill of a lifetime!

The Extreme Saddle 
Monday - Friday: By Reservation Only
Saturday - Sunday: 7:30 a.m. (Guests must report at 7:oo a.m. to Wildlife Academy for Ability Test)

For our experienced riders.  This ride takes you through creeks, up embankments, obstacles and with the right conditions, you will be taking your horse for a swim.  After all, he worked hard for you all day. Must be 16years or older.

Fatbird Carriage Safari
Friday: 2:00 p.m. and 4:oo p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. and
2:00 p.m. 

Feed Tigger the Bengal Tiger (Click Here for a video with Animal Curator, Alison Rowley).  Play tug of war with Giggles the African Hyena.  Play ball with a black bear.  You and your family can do all this and more on the Fatbird Carriage Safari.  This hour and 1/2 ride takes you on a horse drawn carriage tour of the animal enclosures including: Dall sheep, mountain goats, black bear, moose, hyenas, tiger, lions and zebras.  Advanced reservations are required

 

 

 The Wildlife Academy

The Wildlife Academy at Nemacolin is dedicated to providing interactive entertainment and live animal programs with an emphasis on education.  It is also all animal, all the time!  You can share some Nemacolin space with lions, leopards, three-toed sloths, alligators, snapping turtles and Humphrey the Moose, to name a few in the nearly 100 species collection. 

Fatbird Carriage Safari 
Friday: 2:00 p.m. and 4:oo p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. 

Feed Tigger the Bengal Tiger (Click Here for a video with Animal Curator, Alison Rowley).  Play tug of war with Giggles the African Hyena.  Play ball with a black bear.  You and your family can do all this and more on the Fatbird Carriage Safari.  This hour and 1/2 ride takes you on a horse drawn carriage tour of the animal enclosures including: Dall sheep, mountain goats, black bear, moose, hyenas, tiger, lions and zebras.  Advanced reservations are required

The Animal Encounter Nursery Tour 
Monday - Friday: 1:oo p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and
3:00 p.m.
It is our version of a kicked-up petting zoo.  Children (big kids, too!) will delight in the spirited playtime with a variety of animals.  It's all about the Animal Encounter.

Self Guided Tours
Daily: 12:00 p.m. and  2:00 p.m. 

View the animals in our nursery at your leisure.

Petting Zoo
Daily: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
View the animals in our nursery at your leisure and have an opportunity to feed and interact with them. 

Wild World of Animals Show 
It's a circus-like atmosphere with live animal shows to entertain and educate all ages.  Hard to say what you might see here on any given day.  A variety of animals from around the world, to be sure.  You'll think it is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. 

Wildlife Habitats 
They are literally around every corner of the 3,000 acres that make up Nemacolin.  Hop in your car, on a bike or walk the trails and visit with Tigg the Tiger, Humphrey the Moose, Rocky, Sugar and Boo Boo the black bears and Snowball, the White Buffalo.  You'll be surprised, we promise. 







 Orvis® Fly Fishing  


The Orvis® Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge and Expedition at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is your gateway to some of the finest fly fishing streams and creeks in the Eastern United States.  Situated in the mountains of the Laurel Highlands, this facility is in a class by itself for fisherman of any skill level.  Nemacolin's guides and instructors are thoroughly educated with the local water systems and insect life, in addition to knowing the best techniques to catch fish. View real time USGS water data for Pennsylvania

Half-day / Full-day Guided Trips
Daily: 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - By Reservation Only

Expert guides teach guests the proper way to tie a fly, how to cast and give tips on proper form. 

Fly fishing Casting Lessons
Daily: 10:00 a.m. - By Reservation Only

Nemacolin's trained guides offer private lessons to teach the basics of this artful sport. 

Fly Fishing Fly Tying Lessons
Daily: 2:00 p.m. - By Reservation Only
Need to learn the basics before your next fly fishing trip?  Fly Tying Lessons are available Wednesday - Monday at 2:00 p.m.  

All Nemacolin fly fishing trips are catch and release only, and a valid PA fishing license is required. Apply for a valid PA fishing license online

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 to learn about and book our Cast and Blast Packages.  Orvis fly fishing gear can be rented for a full day for only $35 per person.  Please be aware that there is a 10% entertainment tax on all fly fishing trips.

For more information, call the Orvis Fly Fishing Center at 724.329.6770 or contact a Resort Sales Specialist at 866.344.6957.  The Orvis Fly Fishing Center is located at the Shooting Academy at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort.

 

 

 
 

 

 

Ohiopyle State Park

 

 

Nemacolin is your gateway to some of the best river rafting, kayaking, hiking and biking in the Eastern United States.  Situated just a scenic 10 minute ride from the gates of Nemacolin is Ohiopyle State Park.  The Park encompasses 19,052 acres of rugged, natural beauty.  The focal point of the park is 14 miles of the Youghiogheny River that pass through the heart of the park.  The Falls Day Use Area provides free parking, swimming, wading, modern restrooms, a gift shop and overlook platforms with magnificent scenery.

 

If you prefer your excursions to be a bit drier, Ohiopyle State Park offers miles of hiking and biking trails including the Great Allegheny Passage, a flat trail that connects Pittsburgh with Washington, D.C. 

 

For rafting, kayaking trips and instructional tours on the Youghiogheny River, please contact our friends at Wilderness Voyageurs

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hiking and Biking

 

 

 

Take to the trails and enjoy the natural beauty of Nemacolin and the surrounding mountains of the Laurel Highlands.  Nemacolin features a vast array of hiking and biking trails on property.  Hike and walk past wildlife, across streams and rock formations.  Looking for a workout?  Substitute those 30 minutes on the treadmill with a run on our cross-country trail system.  A wide variety of paved biking trails line the resort's 3,000 acres and bike rentals are available. 

 

Looking for something more?  Just 10 minutes away, visit Ohiopyle State Park which boasts the most extensive hiking and biking trail system in Pennsylvania

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tennis
Available in Spring 2009!

Tennis Pro Fritz Schunck is a USTPA certified professional with over 25 years of teaching experience. Fritz's tennis programs will teach and improve the tennis game of adults and children with all levels of experience. Court rentals, tennis equipment, and ball machine rentals are also available. 

 

 

The Activity Center

 
Arcade

Daily: 9:oo a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
The Activity Center is fun for all ages.  Located next to PJ's Ice Cream Parlor, the Activity Center has more things to do than you'll have time for.  Play video games, pinball and air hockey in the arcade or let the kidz splash away in our children's indoor swimming pool.  Challenge the kidz to a game of ping pong, shuffleboard or croquet. 

During the summer months and holiday seasons, family movie night features the newest releases and the Arts in the Afternoon program will bring out the creative spirit in everyone.  Bocce ball, horse shoes, badmitton sets and board games are just a few more offerings at the Activity Center.

 

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort 1001 LaFayette Drive, Farmington, PA 15437 Phone 724.329.8555 Reservations 866.344.6957